Writer, mother, and reluctant socialite Asha Elias joins Cari to talk about reinvention, resilience, and the real story behind her rapid rise as a novelist. From launching Pink Glass Houses to celebrating the release of The Namaste Club, Asha opens up about writing, grief, raising two kids post-divorce, and how dating a younger man has taught her about love and softness in relationships.
Asha has contributed to Cosmopolitan magazine and is a regular columnist for Miami New Times. She lives in Miami Beach.
This conversation is honest, inspiring, hilarious, and packed with reminders that you can start over at any time — and do it loudly.
This episode explores:
Writing books faster than people have babies
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Reclaiming your voice after family childhood dysfunction
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Dating younger and being loved how you’ve always wanted
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Grieving a complicated relationship with her late mother
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Letting go of shame and the power of trying again
If you’re standing at the edge of reinvention, this one’s your permission slip to leap.
Books discussed: Pink Glass Houses & The Namaste Club
Connect with Asha on Instagram @asha.sue.elias
Connect with Cari on Instagram @cari.fund
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