{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Ep 438 Increasing Your Healthspan with Ashley Garcia","description":"Increasing Your Healthspan   On this powerful episode of Richer Soul, we welcome Ashley Garcia\u2014a small-town girl from rural Illinois who defied limitations and built a life of health, purpose, and high performance. A celebrated IFBB Figure Pro, health coach, and business owner, Ashley joins Rocky for a raw and empowering conversation on rewriting personal narratives, cultivating resilience, and designing a life rooted in vitality and purpose.  She didn\u2019t just overcome self-doubt and outdated societal expectations\u2014she crushed them under the barbell of transformation.  If you\u2019re feeling stuck, held back by old beliefs, or unsure how to align your ambition with well-being, Ashley's story will light a fire inside you.    Key Takeaways:  Rewrite Your Origin Story. Ashley\u2019s small-town upbringing came with limiting beliefs. But rather than staying in the \u201csafe zone,\u201d she forged her own path. If you\u2019ve ever been told "that dream is too hard"\u2014this episode will show you how to prove them wrong.  Wellness is Not One-Dimensional. Mindset. Movement. Nutrition. Recovery. Ashley emphasizes that real transformation doesn\u2019t come from surface-level changes\u2014it requires a whole-body approach.  Your Energy is Your Currency. Ashley explains how preserving and optimizing energy\u2014not just managing time\u2014is the real key to peak performance. Especially for high achievers, burnout is not a badge of honor.  Strength Lies in Surrender. One of the most surprising insights? Letting go of perfectionism. Ashley reveals how grace, rest, and spiritual alignment are just as crucial as grit.    Money Lesson:  Ashley\u2019s financial education didn\u2019t start in school\u2014or even at home. Her biggest money memory? Her grandpa winning the lottery in 1984 and actually investing it wisely. That one moment planted a seed of curiosity and financial awareness. Today, she approaches wealth as a tool for impact, freedom, and well-being\u2014not status.    Guest Bio:   Ashley Garcia is a Health and Wellness Coach, IFBB Figure Pro, and elite athlete who helps entrepreneurs, executives, and high performers unlock their full potential through holistic wellness. Her coaching combines science-backed strategies and deeply personalized plans around mindset, movement, nutrition, and recovery.    Key Discussion Points:   How childhood experiences shape our self-worth.  The mindset shift from being \u201cjust\u201d a small-town girl to becoming a global wellness leader.  Strategies for managing energy, not just time.  Why many high achievers struggle with balance\u2014and how to fix it.  Letting go of guilt and perfectionism in pursuit of fulfillment.  Breaking generational beliefs around money and success.  The role of faith and intuition in transformation.    Conclusion:   Let Go to Rise Higher  Ashley\u2019s story is a reminder that our past does not define our future\u2014our choices do. By prioritizing wellness and shedding limiting beliefs, you can reclaim your energy, purpose, and joy.  If you're ready to stop living small and start leading a vibrant, aligned life, this episode is your blueprint.    Links:   Email: ashley@verawellnessco.com   Instagram: Ash.garciawells    Instagram: verawellnessco     Watch the full episode on YouTube: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@richersoul Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let\u2019s talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let\u2019s figure that out together. At the core is the financial well-being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It\u2019s about personal freedom! Thanks for listening!   Show Sponsor: http:\/\/profitcomesfirst.com\/   Schedule your free no obligation call: https:\/\/bookme.name\/rockyl\/lite\/intro-appointment-15-minutes   If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http:\/\/bit.do\/richersoul   https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/richersoul http:\/\/richersoul.com\/ rocky@richersoul.com   Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast   Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs. ","author_name":"Richer Soul, Living A Life on Purpose!","author_url":"http:\/\/richersoul.com","html":"