About Me

Hey there, I’m Ashley

I’m on that journey—the one where you’re constantly evolving, rediscovering yourself, and pushing toward the person you want to become. I don’t have all the answers yet, but I’m committed to finding them, and I want you to join me as we navigate the twists and turns of our twenties, uncovering the tools that help us grow into the fullest version of ourselves.

Coming of age as a young woman in a patriarchal world is confusing, frustrating, and sometimes downright miserable. I get it. As a teenager, I battled depression, anxiety, and even self-harm. Now, as an adult, I still wrestle with those old shadows while figuring out my career, relationships, and what I actually want from life. But here’s the thing—I haven’t stopped searching. Every day, I feel a little closer to the woman I want to be, and I want to share that journey with you, offering insights, struggles, and the steps that have helped me along the way.

Two things that have shaped me most? Writing and travel. Writing has been my anchor since I was a messy, struggling teen. It got me through high school, led me to pursue a creative writing degree, and now, as an MFA student at Emerson, it remains the anchor that keeps me grounded. Teenage me would be so proud :,).

As for travel, it’s woven into who I am. Born in Guam and raised in a military family, I grew up with movement. My first big adventure was a post-graduation tour across Europe, and I haven’t stopped since. I’ve explored 11 countries and 18 U.S. states, and I believe that living in different places gives us a perspective we can’t get from staying in one spot. Travel has challenged me, changed me, and expanded my view of what’s possible—and I want to share that with you.

Right now, I’m in Boston, writing, reading way too much poetry, and figuring out life one step at a time. I can’t wait to share the highs, lows, and everything in between with you.

Have thoughts, requests, or just want to say hi? Let’s connect—I’d love to hear from you!