What if your life could feel like poetry?
We are disrupting "normal," simply by being our amazing, authentic selves. Ready to dive in and learn more?

"I cannot thank you enough for walking this journey with me. Your support and strength is powerful and allows me to realize that I am not alone in my quest for a better more balanced connection with myself and others."
~ Christy R.
MY BOOKS




“Liminal” is not just a compilation of beautifully crafted poems: it’s a call to come alive to yourself. Ashley’s genius is not only in writing thoughtful words, but writing words that make you feel seen… especially if you don’t feel you fully fit into the boxes others assume you do. It brims with possibility, truth, compassion, and a reminder there is something more that’s possible for you. Both a balm to the soul and a gentle fire to light you up, this is one I will dip into over and over again. Thank you for this beautiful work, and for bringing the magic of liminal spaces to life so perfectly.”
~Marianne Cantwell, TEDx speaker, "Hidden Power Of Not Always Fitting In", and author of Be A Free Range Human
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"I absolutely loved this book! I loved all the different personal stories included and how each person was able to describe in their own way how being an empath has changed them or made a difference in their lives. Many people don’t understand or know about empaths and this book helps give a clear explanation from many angles!"
"Refreshing, reassuring and hauntingly familiar,
this simple, intimate book seemed to be reading my mind!
Simultaneously, I found myself wanting to anchor
quietly deep, deep within AND dance wildly among the stars!
I recommend it to every woman who is
longing for a more authentic life and ready to fully be herself!"
WHAT DO YOU GET WHEN YOU COMBINE POETRY, REIKI, ADHD, AND LEADERSHIP?

Ashley Barnes, Cat Lady Poet
An unapologetic mishmash of weirdness and passion that is ME!
I'm a recovering people-pleaser and rule-follower, multi-passionate creative, neurodivergent leader, holistic coach, poetry author, and Reiki Master/Teacher.
And I love cats.
As a writer, I believe in the transformational power of words to create powerful shifts and give voice to those who feel voiceless. I create poems for women who are disrupting what it means to be "normal", simply by being themselves.
Working with individuals, we focus on inner work. I help women access more joy, ease, and inspiration so they can lead their lives more fully. I especially love doing this work with leaders so I can support the ripple effect their presence and impact creates in their world.
Let's read and write poetry! Let's learn Reiki and use it to tap into our truest selves! Let's unabashedly embrace how we're naturally, beautifully wired! Let's strive to experience more joy, ease, inspiration - and a healthy dose of weirdness - in ALL we do!
RECENT DAILY BLISS POSTS
Daily Bliss – September 25
A poem for when you need to feel your power…✨ She’s the calm in the storm, The darkness just before the light She’s the marrow in the bones of her foremothers, The breath between their breaths She’s a single drop of water embodying the entire sea, Breathing life into the mystery Made up of you […]
Read MoreDaily Bliss – September 22
A poem for when the world feels heavy.…✨ What does she need? Relief. Breath, breath, breath. Sweep out the dust from between your bones. Bones, bones, bones. Breathe. ©Ashley Castle Barnes ~ Cat Lady Poet What do YOU need today? ✨
Read MoreDaily Bliss – September 20
A poem for when you’re feeling the need to embrace the unknown.…✨ Some days it’s the stepping Without knowing where The doing without knowing how The trusting without knowing why Sometimes she needs to start To know where she’s headed To speak to know what she’s thinking And even then, it’s a beautiful mystery ©Ashley […]
Read More"Peace, joy and play didn't seem to be an option in my life. My truth is that my life requires these elements and now I learning to incorporate them in my day-to-day lifestyle."
~ Lori T.
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