Where the Light Rests

Ashley Purdin

Welcome to Where the Light Rests. This is a place for honest conversations about mental health, healing, personal growth, and finding the courage to live a life that feels true to who you are. Whether you're navigating life's challenges, learning to set healthier boundaries, rebuilding after difficult seasons, or simply searching for a little more peace and purpose, you're not alone. Each week, we'll share stories, insights, and practical tools to help you reconnect with yourself, honor your journey, and create a life that reflects your deepest values. Let's begin.

Episodes

  1. 3d ago

    Finding Your Most Authentic Yes Through the Power of No

    Finding Your Most Authentic Yes Through the Power of No Why is it so hard to say no? In this very first episode of Where the Light Rests, Ashley Purdin explores how the simple act of saying no can become one of the most powerful tools for creating a life that feels aligned, peaceful, and authentic. Many of us spend our days saying yes to obligations, requests, and opportunities that don't actually reflect our priorities. We overcommit, overextend, and eventually find ourselves exhausted, overwhelmed, and disconnected from the things that matter most. Through personal stories, honest reflection, and practical insights, Ashley shares how learning to say no helped her reclaim her time, protect her peace, and make room for the life she truly wanted. In this episode, you'll discover: • How saying no reveals what actually matters to you• Why boundaries expose the health of your relationships• How honest no's build self-trust and confidence• Why healing requires margin, rest, and space to breathe• How strategic no's create room for your most authentic yes You'll also hear personal stories about overcommitting, people-pleasing, burnout, and the lessons learned from trying to be everything for everyone. If you've ever found yourself saying yes when you wanted to say no, this episode is for you. Remember: Saying no isn't the enemy. Saying yes with resentment is. Take a deep breath, settle in, and join us as we explore how protecting what matters most can lead us closer to the life we were meant to live. Welcome to Where the Light Rests.

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Welcome to Where the Light Rests. This is a place for honest conversations about mental health, healing, personal growth, and finding the courage to live a life that feels true to who you are. Whether you're navigating life's challenges, learning to set healthier boundaries, rebuilding after difficult seasons, or simply searching for a little more peace and purpose, you're not alone. Each week, we'll share stories, insights, and practical tools to help you reconnect with yourself, honor your journey, and create a life that reflects your deepest values. Let's begin.