In this raw and relatable Solo episode, Ashley (a makeup artist-turned-mom of two) shares her journey of losing and rediscovering her identity beyond motherhood. Through personal stories and Scripture, she reminds Christian moms that they are chosen, worthy, and purposed—long before they ever held their babies. Plus, a special announcement about her free workshop to help moms combat shame with God’s truth and practical beauty tips!
✨ Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ "You Were Named Before You Were ‘Mom’"
Ashley’s vulnerable story of feeling invisible at a networking event when asked, "Who are you?"
Scriptures to anchor your identity (Isaiah 43:1, Ephesians 2:10, John 15:16).
2️⃣ The Cost of Losing Yourself
How trading her makeup career for motherhood led to a decade of suppressed passions and shame.
"I couldn’t even list my hobbies—I’d fully disappeared."
3️⃣ God’s Truth vs. Mom Guilt
Why "just a mom" is a lie from the enemy.
How Ashley’s encounter with Jesus (being told "You are chosen") rewrote her story.
4️⃣ Beauty as a Bridge Back to Yourself
"Skincare became my worship—a way to honor God’s masterpiece."
Ashley’s challenge: "Do ONE thing this week that reminds you of the ‘old you’ (even if its swatching lipsticks!)."
5️⃣ Special Announcement: Free Workshop: Designed to Glow — Biblical Confidence & Quick Beauty Hacks (April 29)
💄 Featured *FREE* Workshop Details:
Title: Designed to Glow
Date: April 29
What’s Included:
Biblical teaching on self-worth.
Ashley’s luxe skincare routine (why clean beauty matters).
10-minute "mom glow" makeup demo.
How to Join: email Ashley with the word GLOW to [email protected] or DM "GLOW" to facebook or IG
📖 Scripture References on being Chosen:
Ephesians 2:10 (You are God’s masterpiece).
Jeremiah 1:5 (Chosen before birth).
1 Peter 2:9 (Royal priesthood-part of a holy nation with a shared purpose).
🛠️ Practical Tools:
Journal Prompt: "What lit me up before kids? How can I reclaim a piece of that now?"
5-Minute Soul Care: Make a daily skincare routine a non-negotiable and speak scripture over yourself while you're at it!
🎧 Listen For:
00:10:00 – Ashley’s "stage-five clinger" baby season and identity crisis.
00:22:00 – How Jesus met her in darkness and called her "chosen."
00:29:00 – Workshop invite! Combat shame with truth + beauty.

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