Ascend and Ignite Podcast

❓What if clarity isn’t something you think your way into—but something you feel in your soul?
In this deeply honest and emotional episode of Ascend and Ignite, Shannon Howard takes you inside the difference between surviving and finally living. This isn’t about mindset hacks or morning routines. It’s about what happens when you stop abandoning yourself, stop performing for approval—and start living in alignment with your truth.<...

❓What if the life you’ve built is slowly breaking you… and you’ve known it for a while?

This raw, unscripted episode of Ascend and Ignite isn’t a how-to or a list of steps—it’s a wake-up call. Shannon Howard shares the decision that changed everything—and the moment she finally stopped pretending she was fine.

From silent burnout to full-body collapse, from overgiving to rising again, Shannon walks you through the gut-honest ...

❓What if confidence isn’t something you wait for... but something you create?

In this empowering episode of Ascend and Ignite, Shannon Howard breaks the myth that confidence only shows up when you're fully ready, fully polished, and fully fearless. She shares the raw truth: real confidence begins when you show up before you feel ready—with your voice trembling, your hands sweating, and your truth still intact.

If you’ve ever silenced...

❓Do you say “yes” to keep the peace—but end up betraying yourself in the process?

You’re not alone. And more importantly—you’re not wrong for wanting to say no.

In this fierce and freeing episode of Ascend and Ignite, Shannon Howard breaks down why so many high-achieving women struggle with saying no without guilt—and how you can start today, even if it makes you sweat.

This episode isn’t just insight—it’s a firestarter. A ful...

❓Are you constantly saying “yes” when you want to scream “no”?

Does setting boundaries make you feel guilty—even when you’re burning out?

In this transformational episode of Ascend and Ignite, Shannon Howard dives deep into what it really means to set boundaries that protect your peace—without guilt, shame, or over-explaining. If you’re exhausted from overcommitting, people-pleasing, or feeling like your worth depends on your use...

❓Are you crushing it on the outside… but quietly unraveling on the inside?
In this raw and revealing episode of Ascend and Ignite, Shannon Howard gets real about the hidden cost of being “the strong one.” If you’re exhausted from trying to hold it all together, feeling guilty for needing rest, or stuck in the role of Superwoman—this is your permission to let go, soften, and finally come home to yourself.
✨ Being high-achievin...

❓Do you ever feel like you're doing everything—and still feel like you’re failing?You’re not broken. You’re carrying the mental load no one sees.In this powerfully validating episode of Ascend and Ignite, Shannon Howard unpacks the invisible checklist running 24/7 in the minds of high-achieving women—and how it’s draining your focus, energy, and joy.If you’ve been waking up already exhausted, snapping at your family, or wondering w...

❓What if your next level requires you to let go of the life that no longer fits—even if it once made perfect sense?

In this deeply personal and freeing episode of Ascend and Ignite, Shannon Howard shares the power, permission, and peace that comes when you finally allow yourself to change your mind—yes, even now.

If you've ever felt trapped by your past decisions, stuck in a path that used to feel right, or afraid of what...

❓Do you feel like you're doing all the right things—but still feel stuck, drained, or unfulfilled?

In this powerful episode of the Ascend and Ignite Podcast, Shannon Howard reveals what happens when high-achieving women finally stop second-guessing and get crystal clear about what they truly want—not what’s expected, not what’s “safe,” but what feels soul-aligned.

✨ Because clarity isn’t a luxury. It’s a launch pad. And w...

❓Are you constantly striving to be enough… but still feel like you’re falling short?
If you're a high-achieving woman who’s exhausted from proving your worth through hustle, perfection, and people-pleasing—this episode is the wake-up call your soul has been waiting for.
In this heartfelt and raw episode of the Ascend and Ignite Podcast, Shannon Howard unpacks the silent expectations so many corporate moms and high perform...

❓When was the last time you truly rested—without guilt?

Not scrolling, not multitasking—soul-deep rest. If that question made you uncomfortable, this episode is for you.

In this powerful and personal episode of Ascend and Ignite, Shannon Howard uncovers the invisible script that tells high-achieving women they must earn their rest. Through the real-life story of “Emily,” you’ll explore how our culture wires women to equate value ...

❓Successful on the Outside, Empty on the Inside?

In this raw, eye-opening episode of the Ascend and Ignite Podcast, Shannon Howard shares the story of Jessica—a high-achieving corporate mom who had it all on paper but felt lost within. If you've ever wondered, "Is this really it?" this is your wake-up call.

🔥 Whether you're silently burning out or thriving publicly while struggling privately, Jessica’s story will hit home. Shannon d...

Are you truly leading… or just managing—and wondering why it feels so exhausting?

In this episode of Ascend & Ignite, Shannon Howard breaks down one of the biggest hidden reasons high-achieving women feel stuck, drained, and unfulfilled in their careers: the leadership vs. management gap.

You'll learn:
✔️ The key mindset shift between managing tasks and leading people
✔️ Why simply "doing more" won't creat...

Have you ever found yourself holding it all together on the outside… while quietly falling apart on the inside?In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Ascend & Ignite, Shannon Howard shares the raw moment that changed everything—a quiet breakdown in a grocery store parking lot that led to her greatest breakthrough.This isn’t just Shannon’s story—it’s your story if you’ve ever felt tired of being the strong one, of doing...

Feeling stuck, exhausted, or like you’re doing everything right but still not fulfilled?

In this powerful launch of Season 4 of Ascend & Ignite, leadership and life coach Shannon Howard reveals why strategy alone isn’t enough for high-achieving women—and what you really need to break through burnout, reclaim your clarity, and lead your life from a place of power and peace.

If you’re a corporate woman, working mom, or high...

Are you a high-achieving woman who feels stuck between success and sanity?

In this raw and empowering finale to Season 3 of Ascend & Ignite, host Shannon Howard—leadership coach, mom of two, and former corporate executive—reveals the real reason so many ambitious women are exhausted, disconnected, and burnt out.

👉 Spoiler: It’s not just your workload.
It’s misalignment.

This episode dives deep into the emotional and energetic ...

Are you a high-achieving woman who feels like you're running on fumes—even when life looks successful on paper?

In this powerful episode of Ascend & Ignite, host Shannon Howard (leadership coach, mom of 2, and corporate powerhouse) breaks down the real reason so many ambitious, driven women feel constantly tired, emotionally drained, and stuck in a cycle of burnout.

Spoiler alert: It’s not just about stress or workload.

We’re divi...

Are you a high-achieving woman who feels burnt out, overwhelmed, and stuck—even though you've done everything “right”? You’re not alone.

In this powerful episode, certified life & performance coach Shannon Howard shares the 3-step process to help corporate moms and ambitious women reclaim their energy, align their careers, and lead with confidence—without sacrificing their well-being.

You’ll learn:✅ How to get crystal-clear on wh...

Are you a high-achieving corporate mom who’s done everything right… but still feels exhausted, unfulfilled, and stuck on the success hamster wheel?

In this powerful episode, Shannon Howard dives into the truth about burnout—and whether it’s actually possible to be successful without sacrificing your health, family, or sanity.

You’ll learn:

• Why burnout isn’t just about doing too much—it’s about misalignment

• The 3 Clarity Shifts to r...