The Calm Collective - a wellness podcast for women
Episodes
You have time but are you using it?
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
"I’m just so busy." We’ve all said it, but what if our "busyness" is actually just a collection of unexamined habits? This wee...
The Anxiety Loop: Breaking the Cycle with Teen Coach Becky Funk
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the middle of the night, your teen is spiraling, and suddenly, your heart is racing right along with theirs. Sound familiar? This week on The C...
Debunking Nutrition Myths with Kids
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are your kids picky eaters? Struggling with mood swings, anxiety, or focus issues? You might be surprised how much their diet—and your approach to f...
The Mama Bear Trap: Shifting from Rescuer to Empowering Coach
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do when your child calls you from school, heart-broken and wanting to be picked up because of a haircut and a group of mean kids? I’m s...
Holding the line: finding peace in the parenting chaos
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the key to a calmer home isn’t a better schedule, but a better boundary? This week on The Calm Collective, Ashlee and Colleen are getting ho...
Burnout Isn’t Just Exhaustion with Mel Grime
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful conversation, Ashlee and Colleen sit down with burnout and alignment coach Mel Grime to unpack what burnout really is — and why so ...
The Power of Being Held: Community in My Hardest Moments
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode of The Calm Collective, Colleen shares heartfelt reflections on the role of community during life’s hardest seasons, including ...
Less Friends, Deeper Bonds: The Truth About Adult Friendship
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Adult friendships aren’t failing, they’re being tested.In this solo episode, Ashlee dives into why connection feels harder in your 30s and 40s, wh...
Why We’re So Lonely (and How to Start Building Real Community Again)
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ashlee and Colleen have an honest conversation about something so many women feel—but rarely say out loud: loneliness.They explore ...
Aligning Your Life With What Matters (There’s No Magic Fix)
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ashlee and Colleen sit down with Alex Long to talk about what it really looks like to align your life with your priorities—and cont...
A Very Unsexy Day in My Life (And Why It’s the Reason I Feel Good)
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Colleen is talking about a very unsexy day in her life — the simple, mostly free habits that actually keep her feeling happy, energ...
You Know What to Do… So Why Aren’t You Doing It?
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
“I know what I need to do… so why can’t I follow through?”If you’ve ever asked yourself this question, this solo episode is for you. Ashlee ...
Consistency Beats Motivation: The Real Key to Reaching Your Goals
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ashlee and Colleen dive into one of the most overlooked ingredients of successful goal-setting: consistency. They unpack why motivati...
Stop Setting the Same Goals: How to Create Real, Lasting Change
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In the Season 2 premiere, Ashlee and Colleen break down why so many women set the same goals year after year and what it really takes to finally move ...
Year End Reflection and a Wrap on Season 1
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our final episode of the season, Ashlee and Colleen slow things down and walk you through the power of year-end reflection before jumping into 2026...
Visibility Starts Within: Authentic Growth with Kimberly Roy
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful conversation, Ashlee and Colleen sit down with Kimberly Roy—visibility strategist and founder of Pitch With Kim—to explore what i...
Less Stress, More Presence: Rethinking Your Holiday Season
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this holiday episode of The Calm Collective, Ashlee dives into the real mental and emotional load mothers carry this time of year. From creating “...
How to Savor the Season Without the Holiday Hangover
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays don’t have to leave you exhausted, bloated, or stressed. In this solo episode, Colleen shares how to savor the season without the holid...
Are You Really That Calm? A Conversation on Regulation, Breathwork & Being Human
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Seeing Your Life Clearly: Awareness, Alignment & The Life Inventory Assessment with Maurice
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Calm Collective, Ashlee and Colleen sit down with Maurice Thibodeau, creator of The Life Inventory Assessment, to explore why s...
Embracing Radical Responsibility for Personal Growth
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode of The Calm Collective, Ashlee explores the transformative power of taking radical responsibility for your life.Many of us wait f...
Healing Anxiety, Hormones & Chronic Illness
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode of The Calm Collective, Colleen dives deep into the powerful connection between the mind and the gut, and how it impacts mental h...
Healing the Mind, Body & Soul with Hypnotherapy
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode of The Calm Collective, Ashlee and Colleen sit down with Dr. Jennifer Schlueter, a certified trauma-informed hypnotherapist,...
Gratitude for the Woman You’ve Been
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode of The Calm Collective, Ashlee invites you into a powerful gratitude practice—one that shifts the focus from external achieveme...
Perimenopause: A Modern Conversation Every Woman Needs
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Calm Collective, Ashlee sits down with Colleen for an open and refreshing conversation about perimenopause—one of the most im...
Shift Your Mindset, Shift Your Life
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ashlee and Colleen explore how your mindset shapes everything—from the way you handle challenges to the way you dream about what’...
Breaking Free From Narcissistic Relationships with Kristina Hudson
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful conversation, Ashlee and Colleen sit down with Kristina Hudson—occupational therapist, bestselling author, and coach—who helps wo...
Rest Is Not Lazy
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Ashlee challenges the cultural narrative that rest must be earned or that slowing down is a sign of weakness. Speaking directly ...
Amino Acids & Mental Health
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder why you feel anxious, unmotivated, or “wired but tired” — even when you’re trying to do all the right things?In this episode, I’...
When things calm down…. Then I will
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this honest conversation, Ashlee and Colleen unpack the common reasons women put off getting support—even when they know they need it. From waiti...
Trusting Your Inner Voice — Intuition, Self-Worth & Soul-Led Living with Kristi Simons
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt guest episode, Ashlee and Colleen sit down with Kristi Simons—coach, podcast host, and intuitive guide—to explore the power of l...
From Chaos to Calm — How a Morning Routine Changed Everything
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Ashlee shares how she turned her rushed, reactive mornings into a grounding and nourishing ritual that changed her energy, minds...
Exploring Your Gut-Mood-Energy Connection
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode with Colleen, we’re diving into the gut–mood–energy connection and the two functional tools she swears by in practice.If yo...
Tools We Use When Life Gets Nutty – Navigating Stress with More Ease
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Calm Collective, Ashlee and Colleen have a real and relatable conversation about stress—what triggers it, how it shows up, an...
Stop Living on Autopilot – Becoming the Main Character of Your Life
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode of The Calm Collective, Ashlee dives into what it really means to become the main character of your own life—instead of driftin...
Nutrition's Impact on Cortisol and Blood Sugar
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling exhausted but wired? Crashing every afternoon? Getting hangry when you're hungry? Your symptoms aren't character flaws - they're y...
Staying Consistent – Keeping Your Habits Strong This Summer
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Calm Collective, Ashlee and Colleen sit down for an honest conversation about consistency especially during summer when routine...
The Truth About Breathwork – Creating Safety, Healing, and Daily Rituals Through Your Breath
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode of The Calm Collective, Ashlee dives deeper into the practice of breathwork—what it really is, why it works, and how to use it ...
Balancing Hormones with Nutrition: Why It’s Not Just About Your Cycle
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, Colleen opens up about her personal journey with hormonal imbalance, including being diagnosed with endometriosis at age 14 and ...
Movement, Mindfulness & Self-Trust with Rachel Robertson
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In our very first guest expert episode, we’re joined by Rachel Robertson, Founder of Return to Form—a passionate movement specialist and wellness ...
Embracing the Mom Fails – What Hustle Culture Doesn’t Teach Us About Parenting
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this humorous & heartfelt episode of The Calm Collective, we get real about the messy, beautiful truth of motherhood—especially the moments t...
Breaking the Drama Cycle – How to Protect Your Energy and Regulate Your Nervous System
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode of The Calm Collective, Ashlee takes you deeper into the dynamics of drama and how it drains your energy, disrupts your nervous s...
Boundaries Are Self-Care – Redefining Your Limits for a More Empowered Life
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode of The Calm Collective, Colleenshares her personal journey with boundaries—what she’s learned, what she’s unlearned, and ho...
From Drama to Empowerment – How Shifting Roles Transforms Your Healing
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Calm Collective, we explore a powerful framework that can completely shift the way you relate to stress, conflict, and healing:...
Healing Starts in the Mind: Breaking Free from Old Patterns
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this empowering episode of The Calm Collective, we’re exploring the deep connection between your mindset and your ability to heal. So often, true...
From Survival to Healing – Harnessing the Mind-Body Connection
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode of The Calm Collective, Ashlee shares how deep healing begins when we reconnect with the wisdom of our own bodies. She explores t...
Mindset and Healing – How Your Thoughts Shape Your Health
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode of The Calm Collective, Colleen takes you on a deep dive into the powerful link between mindset and healing. She unpacks how your...
Episode 4: The Truth About Sleep – Myths, Science & Simple Tools for Better Rest
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this eye-opening episode of The Calm Collective, we’re diving into one of the most essential (and misunderstood) pillars of wellness: sleep. From...
Meet Ashlee – Embracing Growth, Breathwork, and Balance
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Calm Collective, we turn the spotlight on Ashlee as she shares her transformative journey into personal growth and breathwork. ...
Colleen’s Journey – From Exhaustion to Empowerment
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Calm Collective, Colleen opens up about her personal journey from burnout and chronic exhaustion to reclaiming her health and v...
Introduction - welcome and get to know us
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome - we are so glad you landed here. This is episode number 1 of The Calm Collective - a wellness podcast for women. In this kick off episode we ...