Are Women Ready To Level Up Or Do They Want To Be Coddled..

[@brianfreckles8542]

My wife told me when she was a teen, her mother sent her to Barbizon - some of you are probably too young to know what Barbizon is, but the school taught her how to use make-up, dress, speak and even how to walk and sit😅. Back when we dated I was running a fixed income and derivatives trading desk at an investment bank. I remember inviting her to the office Christmas party- and boy the next day I got so many compliments from senior management. One senior director even told me she reminded him of his wife and I should marry her quickly 😅😅. Now that I think of it, she had an impact on my career as I advanced at the firm 😅

[@HawaBintYusuf]

You got a good one.

[@KarenGriffith_SoulfulCoaching]

A woman is the Earth to a man’s seed. She will multiply whatever you give tenfold.

[@ciciIBe]

Come on with the testimony!! I love this!! There’s nothing better than a Partner that can compliment you!🙏🏾❤️

[@Mz.WisdomWise-w9u]

Yes etiquette classes. I remember them I did a shoot years ago. They’re actually back now. Lol

[@ErikkaCherry]

I thought Barbizon was a scam back then 😂😂😂

[@brittanyclarke6671]

I am tired of the roll-out-of-bed-ladies who won’t brush hair or teeth or shower. They roll from bed to car and then judge the ladies at the office who woke up 3.5 hours before work to get ready, smell good, look good, and FEEL good. There’s no need for anger. Just treat yourself better. You matter and you can’t pour from an empty cup. Fill your cup. Take care of yourself.

[@questionresearch8721]

Not roll out of the bed ladies😂😂😂😂

[@ruthgarcia5424]

❤

[@braidslikebrandy]

Why are people fighting for the right to look a mess 😂

[@PrettyMorg]

Chile…..🥴🥴

[@imeldangadzania5212]

Noticed it’s always black women! Some of us just hate to see each other leveling up and looking/smelling pretty everyday.

[@user-jz5bj8gz2h]

😂

[@jumpwithjess]

Exactly!!!!!!!!!!! I been wondering the same thing!!! 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@xer.0]

It's like they why WANT to look a mess atp

[@704Danielle0990]

I’m so glad Kemone mentioned she’s been on her journey for over a year. It lets women know these things don’t happen overnight and we are continually working.

[@nicolekaplan4349]

I agree pretty women will compliment pretty women!

[@Roses-Peonies]

Yes, I do all the time! ❤

[@Roses-Peonies]

And you are stunning, love!

[@adriennebryant2478]

I’m not surprised by the backlash. I’m 41 years old and was bullied when I was young for being “too feminine”. I recently attended a professional conference where I had another grown woman try to call me “out” for having on heels and light makeup. I’m mature enough to recognize that behavior had way more to do with how she felt about herself than getting me together . ❤

[@PSYCHDEGREE63]

BW are the worst , it's a jealous envy or something,, it's bad bad in 2024😫😖

[@laylabaxter5157]

I’m same age n yea I get bullied by bare minimum Bettys

[@questionresearch8721]

I feel like Ashley gives options instead of wearing the bonnets and crocs. Women can still look presentable, cute and attractive. Some of these women are angry because they have deep issues within themselves. Smart to know how recognize this type of behavior.

[@4LuvThySelf]

Ashley it is similar to when Monique told black woken to not to wear bonnets at airport. She got eaten up for that. But it get you,

[@delightfular9200]

This thought keeps coming to mind. It's mind boggeling. All they are saying is have some self respect. ❤

[@TrulyUnbothered]

And i raise my daughters not to wear a bonnet in public!

[@Lastdayone]

I agreed with Monique 🤷🏾‍♀️. I can understand once you get on the plane and it’s a long haul flight. However, walking around in rollers and bonnets in the airport, I personally would not do. You can always pin curl and honestly they make elevated turbans.

[@Angel-fh7to]

It’s a self esteem issue! I never hear her say “ your nothing without makeup, you are ugly without makeup, you need it or else…I hear “ don’t leave the house or try not to leave the house with expectations of something great when you barely tried to level up for self!

[@dr.lorianne]

Ashley is a beauty guru, counselor, lifestyle coach, therapist, dating coach, sister, friend, punching bag, problem solver, …..whew! God bless her.

[@BA-vv1gy]

Can Kemone please be a regular guest commentator?? She was sooo good!!

[@brooklynforever1990]

Yes she was!

[@fisf.2148]

She needs to keep levelling up herself though

[@masarax3712]

Na she yapping too much. Which girl would be intimidated by her? She’s big asl not to be mean

[@BA-vv1gy]

@@fisf.2148 Don’t we all? That’s my point - she’s very relatable. She’s done a lot of work, and has tips for how she’s gotten to where she is now, but still continues on her journey, as we all must!

[@caribbean9829]

I started therapy. It is hard, but necessarily. Working on the foundation to build from there. It is never too late. I am on my 40's.

[@delightfular9200]

Well done you. I did the same in my late 30's and it's changed my life around. Good luck on ur journey. ❤

[@KarenGriffith_SoulfulCoaching]

It is even harder staying stuck expecting the world to bend to your will. It does not. Be proud of yourself and celebrate each win as most do not want to do better or be better to have better. It takes courage to rescue yourself and go for your desires. I want that for you and anyone seeking to do the same. ❤

[@rozaleos]

46 yr old, married for 17 yrs. Never wore make up or eyelashes. My husband does not care for it. He is a six figure man. With all that said, Ashley’s suggestion for bareminerals intrigues me and I would like to add some under eye make up. Some shades of lipstick and clear mascara. I adore Ashley. She is pure and genuine with her wish for more beautiful women to be at their best.

[@rozaleos]

Update: I went to Sefora. They matched my color, but I have never seen so many lines under my eyes. Lol. I need makeup for my age bracket. Any suggestions?

[@destinydivine8465]

​@rozaleos try a makeup primer, babe.

[@prettylilreader876]

Try nars!! Hourglass and Danessa Myricks (idk how to spell) too!! ​@@rozaleos

[@SmithKarizma]

@@rozaleoslook up makeup classes near you in your city they will help with applications and products it will make a huge difference

[@bd3966]

@@rozaleos I know this is a late response, but you should watch make up tutorials for older women because make up will look different on mature skin there's a certain way of applying it.

[@Queenn928]

You’re helping me Ash. I will be 29 soon my mother passed away when I was 20 so I have been lost. I really appreciate you and your hard work.

[@HaahmayanShaalManasseh]

So sorry for your loss 😢 RIP for your mother I hope you’re healing ❤️‍🩹 and have the strength to get through your days ❤ I lost my dad so I understand what you’re going through.

[@Anonymous-cl2es]

❤

[@brooklynforever1990]

God bless you!

[@shweshwe_k8177]

I really need this, in fact I am praying for this glow up. Im turning 30 in 2 years and I have decided to take this 2 years for self development seriously.

[@brooklynforever1990]

Proud of you!!!👏🏽

[@Nurse_Kenya]

No ribs meal plan is genius lol

[@lesliemarshall88]

I thought the exact same thing 😂🤣😂

[@HER-Anointing]

@@lesliemarshall88😂😂😂nasty work man lol

[@Kapreeluxe]

Lol imma buy it

[@dbrobbins]

It's so wild how many arguments people get in to that are so unnecessary. Shucks, I don't wear makeup often. I seldom do my nails. I no longer wear heels after having knee surgery and experiencing foot issues. But, another woman's perspective doesn't rattle me. People out here acting like they can't hear someone else's opinion/suggestions and still do what's best for them.

[@ruthgarcia5424]

❤ Your supposed to level up For yourself At home At work Finances Your relationships Friends or partners.. The steps in Life too Grandparent stage Then you level up to Heaven 💔🙏 If you don't you miss out on the steps of life, the floors of a high rise building.

[@nicolekaplan4349]

ASHLEY I APPLAUD YOU🙌🏾 I take pride in my appearance ever since I was a teen. I love the advice that you give to all women. As a woman of color a dark skin woman I will look presentable every time I step out of my home. Your message needs to be heard. ❤

[@evadburns]

If you are COMPETING in a market, in this case the DATING POOL, you have to put your BEST FOOT FORWARD. I do not know why that is difficult to understand. If you want a job, you get a skill. If you want a shoe, you work to buy it. So why is it difficult to put yourself together to COMPETE with OTHER WOMEN to get a man. A lot of men are doing the work too. They go to the gym, find jobs to do increase their earnings just so they can impress a woman. So why cant a woman do the same?

[@PinkxGumz]

I love how most of the women Ashley brought up here are wearing glasses, blind beauties😭😭❤️

[@shygal976]

Don’t be sad Ashley. Let them stay investing in bonnets and crocs

[@Lastdayone]

And pajama pants lol these 3 items makeup the Walmart trifecta 😂

[@shygal976]

@@Lastdayone exactly lol

[@Roses-Peonies]

​@@Lastdayone Not the Walmart trifecta..lmao

[@LosAngelesLaura]

The lecture with the makeup brush 💅🏽💅🏽💅🏽🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋

[@lynj0hn]

🎉🎉🎉🎉Kemone is speaking truth!!! She is absolutely correct!!!

[@KDM1976]

Yessss

[@kateayahm3468]

you done ruffled some feathers Miss Ashley ❤!

[@Morrisneuro83]

Girl exactly

[@adriennebryant2478]

So proud of Kemone Whitney!!!

[@jeneeivery382]

I love when Alina pops in on the live❤

[@HaahmayanShaalManasseh]

Kemone spoke a word ❤🎉, congratulations Ashley on your Ribless Meal Plan 🎉😂 that’s what you do you use the haters as a financial glow up💎💎💎💎🫶🏽

[@ebonieriley8309]

Yes , pride, envy, jealousy, are all sins.

[@melaninmonroeeee]

So is vanity

[@shergirl92]

I think it has to to with where you are mentally to recieve the message. When i was 22-28 people used to tell me i look a mess and i used to be reactive. It took someone sitting me down and let me know I was not well. Just going in the gym and cutting out soda to START. My mood improved i was not as fatigue and i smiled more.

[@millowsz]

What you're doing for us is incredible, you keep us accountable and remind us we are women regardless of what life throws at us . The women who don't want to hear it haven't gotten to their breaking point where they actually have to choose themselves and letting that show in their physical appearance. I'm on a detox because of the daily messages I get from your lives and videos from Your channels . We love and appreciate you

[@briannacarter7997]

Miss Alina is alwayssss serving! I think a lot of us do want to be coddled and don’t wanna put in the work. It’s taking the reins of your own life- not JUST with looks but everything.

[@robynbarker7004]

Baby I'm going to put it on before I leave my home everytime.

[@Mz.WisdomWise-w9u]

EVERY TIME!!! 💅🏾

[@TrulyUnbothered]

Shoutout to the first lady for accountability and doing the work! 🌷💙

[@ciciIBe]

🗣️ KEMONE!!! 💯 correct!! Baaybeeee!! Say it! Ashley definitely makes you think! ❤ this show!

[@lisak8168]

Kemone was preaching!!! Phew!

[@gianellianguiano6000]

I love what Kemone said she’s spot on!

[@jessicasunshine89]

Right! No decorum! I love and enjoy your content Ashley

[@user-yg5oh7kv4n]

Alina is a co-host at this point 😂 i love her she is so pretty and her personality is cute

[@crystalbolden4081]

Ashley, Kemone “Lee” Whitney and Alina “Bina” G both did that and spoke the truth no rehearsal 😂❣️No shade, they were just my best that resonated with me. Let’s all level up ladies❤️💯‼️

[@aubreybey]

I 100% love and agree with what kemone said. She was 100% correct! I love seeing other women bettering themselves.

[@Honey-fu4he]

They want to be coddled. I will never stop leveling up. I don’t like where I am and I will never settle! So I’m sure it’s women like me that appreciate women like you❤

[@everywhereasitisinheaven]

Kemona Lee😂😂 love it

[@izzylabor2606]

Weldone Kemone👏👏👏

[@ttfells2020]

Mrs. Kimone took the words out of my mind. Ashley, you are doing exactly what is necessary for millions of women who can really hear. The self-care portion of leveling up is ESSENTIAL. The work is challenging but gratifying & personal rewarding ✨️ 💞✨️

[@victoriawest5477]

yes Kemone with a word!

[@brooklynforever1990]

Ashley those who want to get it will. Leave behind the ones in denial. Looks matter and there is no downside to enhancing your looks. Same women fighting what your saying would appreciate a man with a fresh haircut (their version of “makeup”) . The first caller was 100% on point! A lot of ladies are lazy and hate being called out!

[@Aisha-wm1ft]

Keep doing you Ashley, it’s levels to this shit and every women isn’t meant to level up💯🤏🏾

[@delightfular9200]

Love the No Ribs meal plan idea. 😂😂😂 I will be purchasing. Thank you. ❤

[@tendai.talkss]

Kemone had no business spitting fire like that 😭🤌🏾

[@tee7105]

Kemones message and testimony was right on time!! Wow. They way she broke it down was beautiful. It was motivating!

[@kam.kam.]

I love this conversation and I’m convicted by this conversation. The first woman hit me with the Word and I can’t argue that OR argue what Ashley is trying to teach me!! I love you ladies!! Thank you for your sacrifice. 💜

[@BARBIE1988]

Why Ashley 😅 here i am sitting working from home looking a mess.. taking a 10 minute break to fresh up💅

[@intriguedhumor]

Girl she be getting me together middle of the day too 😂 ten minutes & I 100% feel more myself

[@sabrinasmith4429]

Me too! 10min and I look super cute when I have to run a quick errand or turn my camera on for a meeting.

[@sabrinasmith4429]

Most want to be coddled. Leveling up is sooo integral to your confidence. I listen to you and I'm doing the work. I took my Granddaddy to the market this weekend and I took a little more time to fix myself up. He was blown away and didn't fuss that I took longer to pick him up. He said, "where you going looking all fixed up." He was smiling from ear to ear. A cute casual outfit, light makeup, and jewelry was all it took. AAANNNDDD I'm working on my weight.

[@oliviaspence5076]

Does Kemone have socials? I would love to reach out! And girllll if you see this comment just know you touched me!! Right message at the RIGHT time. Whew !

[@jociekatbeyoueffthem5599]

Ok!!

[@danielleledford2891]

Alinaaaaa looks sooooo good . She is TEA !!

[@noziphoshongwe9523]

Not my queen monetizing the "you have no ribs" jab😂😂😂. Listeeeeen get your coin queen❤❤❤, I love it for you and I love you❤❤❤. Sending you lots of love from South Africa. 🇿🇦 🇿🇦

[@1justWannaKnow]

Hey girl ngise Durban ave ngimthanda u Ash uyasifundisa bandla 🇿🇦❤

[@noziphoshongwe9523]

@@1justWannaKnow NgiseGoli my darling. I love me some Ashley❤❤.

[@GoddessAsha4]

I’ve been leveling up for almost 2yrs and yes it’s hard but me turning back and going back from where I came from I refuse to do that❤❤

[@aishaguideme]

First time doing KZbin live and speaking with Ashley so I was a little nervous lol but thank you again Ashley 💕

[@peppa0688]

I was sooo nervous. I don't even know what made me even click the link haha.

[@vernitaodell6542]

The natural Navy😅😂

[@SLTNJBAL]

Stay on course. Let those other ones act a fool for now, but they'll soon also catch on eventually.

[@christyspeed4995]

The first woman spoke so elegantly. Love this topic

[@lavieestbelle6068]

Read, work out, wake up early, drink water, eat fresh vegetables. I am married and I want to upgraded to be the only one that matters.

[@tenn8585]

Love Kemone!

[@brianamichelle9024]

Ahh, I could listen to MVFINI talk all night!! Her voice and her accent are sooo soothing. 😩😍😍😍

[@bonniewise-p1v]

I just like fashion, and looking well, I have always been this way every since I was a little girl.

[@sylviafranklin67]

They ain’t going to do anything besides become a fan because obviously they don’t know you . Keep watching 💢 WE KNOW ❤

[@soniablount2135]

Monique tried to tell them not to wear bonnets outside and they dragged her! You told them to swear make up and there is an uproar!! For the life of me why do they respond and get triggered it doesn’t apply to them? If you don’t like it don’t watch it’s SIMPLE

[@Bea-ih8wh]

Hello! I am a therapist in NC and I am accepting new clients. Specifically, individuals who are looking to explore what they want for themselves, their relationships and lives… thank you for allowing me to post and the work you do ❤

[@Karenhypnotic]

Ashley helped me so much and my husband really likes it! After 30 plus years together and he’s more attracted to me than ever. I’m grateful 🙏🥰

[@KarenGriffith_SoulfulCoaching]

The beautiful lady 39 minutes in is on point. Added to the conversation with both logic, wisdom and grace. 👏🏿👏🏿

[@tenn8585]

Alina is gorgeous as always ❤

[@mayotoste]

this live was so full of love and wisdom!

[@annanicole7642]

No rib meal plan… epic 😂… EXCELLENT MARKETING she gave u

[@ladybug3380]

Some people are just lazy. I say let them be that way 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@leah8112]

Keshawn was right. Black parents not let daughters wear makeup etc is a good point.

[@lynj0hn]

🎉🎉🎉 Thanks for speaking for Moms❤❤❤!!! Yes Kemone Yes!!! So powerful

[@lavieestbelle6068]

👏👏👏Ladies thanks you for the advice. My take away when you walk in everyone should be looking your way. 💐💐💐

[@lizziebabyy88]

Kemone is on here PREACHIN’. She’s great!

[@BlueRollercoaster-il9nv]

*sometimes people use trauma as an excuse for having a bad heart / careless ways..*. (JUST SAYING BE CAREFUL , people are good actors ) 😏😏

[@erickavaden1208]

I have been trying to level up also dress nice take care of me! Even got a nice Kate spade bag thank you for your guidance

[@jdglen24]

Just let me say, why does being down to earth as a woman mean we have to look like aunties and grandmas? We can step it up and help other women to do the same and not look busted all the time. Ty for the work you are doing here. My younger self would have fought you for this but who I am now just wants to be better and grow in all the ways .

[@nieshagolden]

Keep up the good work Ashley

[@intriguedhumor]

I love the long videos 🙂‍↕️🙌🏾🎉

[@barefacedbeauty1014]

I love this video so much the intro was EXCELLENT!

[@PSYCHDEGREE63]

Ms Ashley, keep pushing forward, you have helped me level up, you are a Goddess and theirs a lot of chicks that is angry and masculine, its getting worse in the black communies, BW is just triggered about anything, the sun comes up they pissed about that too🥺🥴😤😒

[@JoNaeèTV]

LEVEL UP ⬆️

[@floramercury]

I thought the young lady who was on a rant about nose job, missing ribs was kinda funny 🤣 - she went from zero to a thousand in a beat - she was a beautiful young lady even without makeup so I couldn’t see why she was misbehaving - hopefully one day she’ll come back and apologise or apologise privately.

[@Meshiapatrice]

That opening is funny😂😂😂😂

[@stacey6229]

Y’all ….please remember that the wrong man will STRIP you of ALL your beauty! Do not do all this self work and end up with a man who drains you. Then it’ll take another year or more to build yourself back up. Just my personal advice

[@ce4427]

“ I wanted to ask you a question too”😭😂😭

[@MarjiréReacts-u9z]

I am realizing MOST women want to be coddled. I am not a huge makeup fan, But I respect and admire the women that make the effort and take the time🙏🏾 To angry about it, is really sad 😔 You so right Sister Ashley. People are hurting, and refuse to get help

[@kayway4014]

Alina is looking GOODT

[@mattiepierson2756]

During the pandemic, I stopped wearing makeup bc of the masks. I have since started back wearing it again! I do the 90s no makeup, makeup look….

[@questionresearch8721]

The first few minutes of this video is correct and right on point. Women who think its wrong for other women to be cute and approachable is no different than men talking about women getting their hair, nails and lashes done. What is wrong with looking presentable? Its like people want people to be abused and to feel bad about themselves.

[@alexsasunshine4733]

Kemone brought me to tears!!!! She laid down the TRUTH!!!!

[@Misspinkbeauu]

Kemone’s testimony really designated within me.

[@crystalbolden4081]

The book is called, “WHAT HAPPENED TO YOU?” CONVERSATIONS ON TRAUMA, RESILIENCE, AND HEALING by BRUCE D. PERRY, MD, PhD and OPRAH WINFREY

[@pettyandfunny9474]

something else I want to say is the host was talking about leveling up in reference to looks but finances and life all around I have been grateful to stumble up on this channel and anybody else who has as well. Consider yourself blessed because you will not find this type of emotional support from a woman of color in this day and age with good intentions keyword on the good intentions❤❤❤❤❤

[@junesimba]

I ❤thiiisssss let me be on your next call

[@ericaphiladelphia9149]

I put on heels today and took more time getting ready! A coworker asked me, if I was going somewhere after work because I looked nice.