Ascend and Ignite Podcast

Balancing it All: Grace, Flexibility, and the Power of Planning

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In this episode of Ascend & Ignite, Shannon shares a personal story about a hectic day that spiraled into an emotional moment with her daughter, Nadia. Overwhelmed by work, meetings, and her side business, Shannon found herself snapping at Nadia after an unexpected wave of neediness. Feeling guilty, she turned to her life coach, who helped her uncover a practical solution: scheduling an hour each day for her children to ensure they feel seen and supported.

Shannon reflects on the importance of balancing planning with flexibility, embracing imperfection, and giving ourselves grace as busy moms. If you’ve ever felt stretched thin trying to juggle work, family, and personal goals, this episode offers insights and strategies to keep the peace in your household while reducing overwhelm.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • The power of reflection and learning from tough moments.
  • How to create a flexible schedule that accommodates both your children’s needs and your responsibilities.
  • Why busy moms need to give themselves grace and embrace imperfection.
  • Strategies to avoid overwhelm and keep the peace in a busy household.

    • Key Takeaways:

    1. Set aside dedicated time for your kids to ensure they feel supported and loved.
    2. Use flexible planning to stay adaptable and reduce stress when the unexpected arises.
    3. Remember that no one is perfect—give yourself grace and focus on progress over perfection.

      4. Resources and Links:

      • Connect with Shannon on Facebook for more tips on balancing motherhood, health, and career.
      • Share this episode with a fellow busy mom who could use some encouragement!

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        Ascend and Ignite PodcastBy Shannon Howard