• Writings by Dr. Ashley

    I spent years in school immersed in the study of how our minds, bodies, and spirits connect. Rather than letting my writings sit in a folder, I’ve taken my essays on transpersonal psychology, social work, psychophysiology, and neurofeedback and turned them into these blog posts.

    This is my academic journey shared one reflection at a time. Bridging the gap between rigorous study and the personal insights that make sense of the human experience.

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The Patterns We Inherit

Some of the patterns we carry began long before we were born. Reflecting on my own family history, I explore how intergenerational trauma, childhood experiences, and relationships shape who we become—and how self-awareness, compassion, and intentional choices can help us break cycles and create a different future.

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How Childhood, Adversity, and Resilience Shape Who We Become

How do childhood experiences, family separation, poverty, and discrimination shape who we become? Through a life history interview, I explore the connections between adversity, attachment, resilience, and identity—and reflect on what one woman's remarkable story taught me about human development and social work.

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