Listen "Are You Really That Calm? A Conversation on Regulation, Breathwork & Being Human"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of The Calm Collective, the roles flip—Colleen interviews Ashlee to explore a question she gets all the time: “Are you really that calm?”Ashlee shares the real story behind her calm—how she once lived in constant survival mode, overwhelmed, reactive, and rushing through life without truly feeling present. She explains that calmness isn’t about never feeling stressed; it’s about learning to regulate the nervous system so you can respond rather than react.Together, they discuss:What calm actually means (and what it doesn’t)How chronic stress becomes a way of beingWhy breathwork is uncomfortable—and why that’s exactly why it worksBuilding tolerance for calm and joy (not just chaos)How mindfulness changes communication, parenting, and relationshipsSimple practices to regulate in the moment (even in traffic or family gatherings!)Ashlee reflects on her shift from searching for external solutions to doing the internal work that changed everything—and how this practice is available to anyone willing to meet themselves with compassion and consistency. This conversation is relatable, grounding, and a reminder that calm isn’t a personality trait—it’s a practice.Ready to access your calm? Grab Ashlee’s Calm for the Holidays Audio Bundle on sale now for $21 Connect with us on Instagram: Ashlee & Colleen
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