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 roots of burnout and shows you how to rise without sacrificing your ambition, your health, or your family. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Do I have to give up my career to finally feel peace?”—this one’s for you.
The hidden emotional patterns causing burnout in high-achieving women
Why you don’t need to choose between success and self-care
How to redefine leadership so it supports your energy, family, and goals
The difference between stress and deep soul-level misalignment
How to begin your own burnout recovery journey—today
Download the Stress-Free Leadership Toolkit for free at www.shannonhoward.net
This free gift includes:
Boundary-setting scripts
Energy protection strategies
Leadership mindset reframes
Tools to reclaim your time and clarity as a working mom
Get ready! Starting mid-month, Ascend & Ignite will move to twice-weekly episodes:
✨ Tuesdays – Value-packed coaching and leadership strategies
🔥 Fridays – Soulful stories, inspiration, and permission to rest
Subscribe now so you don’t miss the new rhythm!
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