AskYourselfWhyNot
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Rest Is Productive and Your Memory Is Lying to You
Rest Is Productive and Your Memory Is Lying to You
About this podcast
Ask Yourself Why Not is a feel-good personal growth podcast where two friends share what they're learning from self-help books, podcasts, and their community and talk through how it actually shows up in real life.
Hosted by Shaye and Jayla, AYWN is rooted in a Why Not mindset choosing curiosity over pressure, honesty over perfection, and small, supportive shifts over trying to fix yourself. This is a space for real conversations, everyday wisdom, and reminders that you're allowed to grow gently and in your own time.
Come as you are. Stay as long as you need.
Episodes
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- Rest Is Productive and Your Memory Is Lying to You · 37 minRest Is Productive and Your Memory Is Lying to You This week, we're talking about the things we can't stop thinking about lately: the sudden end of Sean Croxton's Quote of the…
- Oglebay Fest + Other Things We're Obsessed With · 30 minSo... We Have Some Ideas. We went to Oglebay Fest, had the best time, made some questionable purchases, got wildly creative with the kids, and somehow came home with…
- Trapped Emotions, Happy Cells & Washable Couches · 37 minSummary Join Jayla and Shaye as they chat about life, health, and personal growth, exploring topics like trapped emotions, healthy aging, and the power of positive affirmations…
- Making Friends, Building Businesses & Unlearning Shit · 40 minsummary In this episode, Jayla and Shaye explore personal growth, community building, and the power of mindset. They share insights from their recent experiences, upcoming…
- Why Is Changing Yourself So Freaking Hard? · 25 min · Season 6Summary Jayla and Shaye explore the challenges of changing habits, the programming of our beliefs, and how environment influences transformation. They share personal stories…
- So… Here's What's Happening With Us. · 41 mincontent type Solo primary goal Discussion summary In this episode, Jayla and Shay share personal updates, discuss fitness journeys, real estate ambitions, and reflect on…
- Respectfully... Your Self-Talk Needs an Upgrade. · 24 minSummary Join Jayla and Shaye as they explore the power of positive self-talk, mindset shifts, and practical tips for living a more abundant and joyful life. They share personal…
- Someone Left With a Tattoo... · 21 minEmpowerFest is over, our feet still hurt, we're emotionally attached to everyone we met, and somehow a few left with a new tattoo. Normal Saturday behavior. This week we're…
- What If the Next Version of You Starts With a Why Not? Come take a walk with us! · 17 min · Season 6Summary Join Jayla Robinson and Shaye Pentino as they explore the benefits of functional health, new fitness experiences, and personal growth strategies. This episode offers…
- Build Your Own Wellness Day: Inside EmpowerFest Wheeling 2026 · 22 min · Season 6Summary Join us as we explore the upcoming EmpowerFest Wheeling, a build-your-own day event filled with vendors, experience stations, and wellness activities. Discover how this…
- Are We Delusional or Just Influenced? · 23 min · Season 6summary Jayla and Shaye explore the humorous side of how we romanticize and delude ourselves with trends, supplements, and life expectations, reflecting on personal experiences…
- Your Routine Might Be Running You—Let's Fix That · 16 minIn this episode, Shaye and Jayla dive into the importance of regularly checking in with your routines to ensure they serve your well-being and happiness. They share practical…
- Hurt or Fueled? Choosing Growth When Criticism Hits · 18 minAre you tired of feeling hurt or defensive when faced with criticism or insults? In this episode, Shaye and Jayla explore how to recognize, reframe, and leverage negative…
- Breaking the Groundhog Day Routine: Small Shifts for a More Exciting Life · 20 minBreaking the Groundhog Day Routine: Small Shifts for a More Exciting Life In this episode, Shay and Jayla explore practical ways to break free from the monotony of daily routines…
- Create Space & Soften: Practical Tips to Reduce Stress and Find Calm · 12 min · Season 6Summary In this episode, Jayla and Shaye explore the importance of creating space and softening in our busy lives. They share practical tips on how to ask for help, declutter…
- Stop Starting Over: Simple Mindset Shifts That Help You Reset and Move Forward · 7 min · Season 6Episode Description Ever feel like you've "fallen off" and have to start everything over? In this episode, Shaye and Jayla talk about a mindset shift that can change the way you…
- The "I'm Fine" Trap: Why Women Delay Their Own Health · 21 min · Season 6Episode Description In this episode of Ask Yourself, Why Not?, Jayla and Shaye share reflections from a recent family/soccer team trip to Chile and how stepping outside of daily…
- Small Steps, Big Change: Micro-Habits for Real Life Growth (Mindset Munchie) · 13 min · Season 6Embracing Bite-Sized Personal Development: How Small Steps Transform Your Growth In this episode, Shaye and Jayla discuss the power of small, manageable actions in personal…
- The February Slump Is Real: Small Wins & Habits That Actually Stick · 29 min · Season 6Feeling stuck in the February doldrums? You're not alone — and you're definitely not failing. In this episode, Shaye and Jayla unpack why motivation dips after January, how…
- Episode 217: Keeping the Magic Alive (Even When Adulting Hits Hard) · 11 min · Season 5 Episode 217Keywords holiday spirit, Christmas magic, self-care, festive traditions, mindfulness, family activities, joy, intentional living, holiday rituals, simplifying celebrations…
