Breathwork & Boundaries: Transforming Lives with Corey & Ambrosia
Release Date: 08/25/2025
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info_outlineIn this episode of Hair Love Radio, Corey Gray and Ambrosia Carey explore themes of personal growth, the importance of healthy relationships, and the role of breathwork in self-discovery. They discuss the significance of boundaries, the journey of travel, and the power of gratitude. The conversation also touches on the impact of consumption on well-being, the value of time, and the future of hairdressing in an AI-driven world. Ultimately, they emphasize the importance of wellness and self-love in both personal and professional lives.
- Breathwork can lead to significant personal transformation.
- Healthy relationships are crucial for accountability and growth.
- Setting boundaries is essential for self-care.
- Traveling can teach us the importance of presence.
- Gratitude helps us appreciate our journey and opportunities.
- What we consume affects our mental and emotional well-being.
- Time is a precious resource that should be valued.
- Hairdressers have a unique role in changing lives.
- AI may change the job landscape, but human connection remains vital.
- Wellness is about balancing self-care with caring for others.
- 00:00 Introduction to Hair Love Radio and Breathwork
- 03:14 The Importance of Healthy Relationships
- 06:13 Understanding Boundaries and Self-Accountability
- 08:45 Surrendering to the Present Moment
- 11:57 The Journey of Self-Discovery in Cambodia
- 14:57 The Power of Positive Consumption
- 17:47 Time as a Precious Commodity
- 25:09 The Value of Time and Living with Intention
- 27:34 Practicing Gratitude and Its Impact
- 30:37 The Role of Hairdressers in Changing Lives
- 35:14 The Future of Hairdressing in an AI World
- 38:51 The Importance of Connection in Hairdressing
- 42:03 Embracing Change and Personal Growth
Our Guest Host: Corey Gray
Corey Gray is the Host of Your Day Off Podcast with Hairdustry — winner of the 2025 Hairbrained HVA Podcast of the Year and heard over 2.3 million times. A graduate of Graham Webb International, Corey has spent more than 25 years as a hairdresser, colorist, and suite owner in the Washington D.C. area.
He hosts major events like the Presley Poe and Friends Experience and brings the hair industry’s biggest voices to the mic, blending business insight with conversations full of heart. As a volunteer with HairAid, Corey travels to Cambodia to teach haircutting skills to people rebuilding their lives, offering both opportunity and hope.
Corey’s work is driven by positivity, authenticity, and human connection — whether he’s on stage, behind the mic, or halfway around the world.
Our Guest: Ambrosia Carey
Ambrosia Carey is a Master Hairstylist, educator, and multiple salon owner who has built a thriving 7-figure business in the beauty industry. Her journey from becoming the youngest 6-figure stylist in her salon to owning and consulting for successful businesses reflects her creativity, determination, and belief in what’s possible. Ambrosia empowers stylists, salon owners, and creative entrepreneurs to scale their businesses with clarity and purpose. Through education, marketing, and consulting, she delivers strategies to streamline operations, drive growth, and build sustainable success.