What does it mean to truly live from the heart?
For Ash Perrow, the answer came after an experience that nearly took his life. In a deeply moving conversation on Hard Beautiful Journey, Ash shared his incredible transformation—from battling PTSD and depression to choosing to step into a life of deep fulfillment and purpose. His story is a testament to the power of resilience, trusting your inner guidance, and finding beauty in the hardest moments.
A Near-Death Experience That Changed Everything
In 2016, Ash was out surfing—a beloved part of his daily routine—when a powerful inner voice warned him: "If you go surfing today, you will hurt your back." Ignoring the message, he paddled out anyway. Moments later, he suffered a severe back injury that led to months of pain, surgery, and ultimately, a near-death experience.
During surgery, a torn vein went unnoticed, causing internal bleeding. Ash’s blood pressure dropped to life-threatening levels. As medical staff rushed to revive him, Ash experienced something profound—he became ripples of energy, expanding infinitely. He realized he still existed, without pain, without suffering—just as pure consciousness.
At that moment, he had a choice:
💡 Stay in this state, free from the physical world.
💡 Return to his body and live from the heart.
Ash made his decision: "I want to stay. I want to walk this planet from my heart."
The Power of Listening to Your Inner Guidance
One of the biggest lessons Ash took from his experience is the importance of trusting your intuition. So often, we ignore our inner voice, dismissing gut feelings or powerful insights. Ash’s injury was a direct result of not listening to his intuition. His healing, however, came from learning to trust it completely.
"So many times in my life, I was right all along, but I didn’t trust myself."
Now, he helps others reconnect with their own inner wisdom—teaching them to move beyond self-doubt, embrace their personal power, and step fully into their purpose.
Overcoming PTSD & Depression: The Healing Journey
For years, Ash battled PTSD and depression. He was told, "You'll have this for life. You'll always need medication." But deep inside, another voice whispered: "Go natural."
Through holistic healing, deep self-inquiry, and transformational retreats, Ash found a path beyond the darkness. He believes that healing begins with:
✔️ Deep presence – Being fully with yourself and others without judgment.
✔️ Releasing limiting beliefs – Unlearning patterns that no longer serve you.
✔️ Creative expression – Using music, writing, or movement to process emotions.
✔️ Living from the heart – Making decisions that align with your true self.
The Ripple Effect of Living with Purpose
Ash’s work now focuses on helping people move beyond their inner critic and into their highest potential. Whether through coaching, workshops, or his Beyond Turning Points podcast, he reminds us that transformation begins with one small choice—to trust ourselves and take the next step forward.
As Ash beautifully says:
"When we know ourselves, we can be ourselves. And when we be ourselves, we'll back ourselves."
Ready to step into your heart-centered journey?
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