Go Girl With Ashley Caprice

Hey, girls! The year is almost over. Did you accomplish all of your goals? If not, it's okay.  The holidays are here. We're eating. We're spending time with our family. We're shopping.  But this is still a great time to set the foundation for 2020. Listen to today's episode to hear 5 ways to stay self-motivated, but purchase your copy of the "Go Girl Guidebook: A Woman's Interactive Guide to Self-Love" on Amazon to get all 10 tips.

During a routine medical visit in late 2010, Masonia Traylor was told by her provider that she “was not at risk” for HIV. At the tender age of 23, she was diagnosed as HIV positive and 2 weeks later found out that she was pregnant, which changed her life. 37.9 million people around the world are living with HIV. Listen in as Masonia shares her story while giving tips on how to protect yourself and what women should know about HIV.

We all go through struggles but it's how you get out of it that really shows your strength and character. I had the pleasure of speaking with Film Director, Nicole Cecilia, about how she found her greatest opportunity after a divorce, a death, and homelessness.  Never give up! We have girl talk about what she learned from her divorce, the tools she used to pick herself back up again, and how she successfully navigates the film industry.

The last two episodes of the Go Girl Podcast were about leaving a toxic and/or abusive relationship. We can’t just talk about problems without bringing up solutions. So today let’s have girl talk about five ways to heal and forgive. By the way, purchase your copy of the “Go Girl Guidebook: A Woman’s Interactive Guide to Self-Love” as I give the full list of 13 ways to heal after a heartbreak.

"Why don't you just leave?" That's the worst thing you can say to someone in an abusive relationship. In the previous episode of the Go Girl Podcast I opened up about my past emotionally abusive relationship. In this episode, I have girl talk with Dr. Angela Parker who is the Director of Programs and Training at the Jenesse Center, a Domestic Violence Intervention and Prevention Program. We discuss red flags that are harder to detect, how to escape safely, and what friends and family should and should not do to protect the victim.

Abuse isn't just physical. Emotional abuse leaves scars that no one can see. I brought in Trish Steele, founder of Safe Passage Heals, who shares her own story of abuse which put her in the hospital. She's a survivor! Listen in as we have girl talk about the warning signs of an abusive relationship and how to break the cycle.

Since October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month I brought in breast cancer survivor, Dr. Nicole Robinson, who says she found purpose in her diagnosis. We had girl talk about how she stayed so positive during her treatment, how she found purpose after the first day of chemotherapy, and how she gives other women hope through her organization, Hatz 4 Hearts.

In this episode, I have girl talk with Life Coach, Angelique Jackson, who's committed to helping others see their gifts and live a life of abundance. She gives tips on how to elevate your life and level up in 2020!

I brought in actress, producer and author Brely Evans to have girl talk about manifesting the life you deserve! As an actress, she's gone through rejection but she says, "I get excited when I hear NO." That's powerful! Take a listen as we discuss her incredible career journey and her book, The ABC's of I Am's.

Missy Elliott is a trendsetter! She's so phenomenal that I decided to dedicate episode 30 to her by giving 5 tips we can all learn from Missy Elliott! Let me know on Instagram (@gogirlpodcast or @iamashleycaprice) some ways that Missy has inspired you!

Have you gone through life and wondered what's next? Have you been at a crossroads and don't know which way to go? How about your gut keeps telling you to go in one direction but you're still hesitant to take that leap of faith? I'm here to tell you to get out of your own way! Listen in as I give some tips on how to trust your instincts! Everything you need is right on the inside of you. Trust yourself.

Have you ever cheated on your partner or been cheated on? It's something that happens too often in relationships. How do you heal from infidelity? How do you move on? I brought in Professor and Author Dr. Ebony A. Utley to discuss her book, "He Cheated, She Cheated, We Cheated: Women Speak About Infidelity." Her expertise has been featured on The Oprah Winfrey Network as well as other national and international radio, print, and online outlets.  She is also a certified yoga instructor who believes in the power of yoga to help women heal from trauma and infidelity. Listen in as we have girl talk about why women stay with a cheater, why women cheat and why some women become "the Other Woman."

We will all experience some type of trauma in our lifetime, but it should not define who we are. You can overcome. You WILL overcome. There's so much happening in the world right now so I brought in trauma expert, Dr. Denyse Ray. For over 25 years, Dr. Ray has been dedicated to improving the mental health of athletes, entertainers, high job stress individuals, and their families. She is a retired first responder, who has assisted with the healing of this nation’s most traumatized citizens on the front lines of some of our worst national disasters (Columbine, Katrina, 911, Oklahoma City and others).  In this episode, we have girl talk about how to heal after trauma, how to help someone considering suicide, and how to overcome emotional pain.

Have you ever experienced anxiety? How about depression? You're not alone. I brought in Therapist, Melanie Lee Hall, to have girl talk about the symptoms of depression and anxiety and how to manage it with or without medication.

Are you good at saving your money? What about budgeting your money? How about good at planning for an emergency? Most people love money and are trying to find ways to earn more, or they want to figure out how to manage the money they already have. No matter your situation, this episode is for you! Chella Diaz is a money mindset expert and is committed to helping you achieve your financial goals. We have girl talk about her 5 step process to building a solid financial foundation. Connect with me @GoGirlPodcast and @iAmAshleyCaprice on Instagram!

Jermaine Dupri was featured on People and was asked, who is his favorite female rapper? He said female artists sound like "strippers rapping." Sigh. Working in radio, I noticed that there weren't that many women getting respect in the music industry so I created "Props to Women In Hip Hop" years ago. I might bring it back! Listen in to this week's episode where I took clips from my interview with Yo-Yo, J.J. Fad, Toni Monroe, ill Camille and Jayy Starr.  We talk about the problem and provide some solutions to highlighting more women hip hop.

Have you been transitioning lately? Lost a job or figuring out a new career? Left a relationship or entering marriage? Pregnant or just had a baby? I was excited to have Girl Talk with Life Coach and Author of "Behaving Bravely," Anita K. She breaks down her book, how to navigate through life while going through a transition, and explained solutions to living a better life. Listen in to how she turned her limited beliefs to "Benevoliefs" --- beneficial beliefs.

As a woman in the industry Karma The Artist has faced the challenges of proving herself to others and being sure to take her respect with her. Listen in as we discuss the importance of being confident, healing and letting go, and the importance of empowering other women in the industry.

Terra Strong Lyons came to LA three years ago and is now a successful actress, realtor and investor with more businesses under her sleeves. She's proving that you can conquer it all if you just have confidence and believe in yourself. Listen in as we have girl talk about letting go of your fears, going after your dreams, and tips on how to purchase your own home!

Listen to girl talk about life and love lessons that I learned from my dad, lessons social media friends learned from their father's and the lessons moms can pass down to their sons who might become father's one day!