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Life has felt heavy lately—and you’re not alone.

In this raw, talk show–style episode of Release Your Inner Power, hosts Shauna, Mary, and MaryBeth have an intimate and unscripted conversation about navigating overwhelming emotions, personal challenges, and the importance of self-care and support systems during difficult seasons of life.

Instead of sticking to a polished outline, the conversation unfolds honestly—covering stress, anxiety, emotional resilience, motherhood, ADHD, vulnerability, and healing. The hosts share personal experiences, coping strategies, and reminders that you don’t need to “fix” yourself to move forward.

This episode is for women who feel emotionally exhausted, unsure who to lean on, and are craving real connection instead of surface-level advice.

What We Talk About in This Episode

• Why life can feel emotionally heavy even when things look “fine” on the outside
• How lack of sleep, stress, and overwhelm impact mental health
• The pressure women feel to stay strong for everyone else
• Allowing emotions instead of suppressing them
• Practicing self-compassion during hard seasons
• Disrupting negative patterns and stress cycles
• The reality of discovering who truly supports you
• Why vulnerability can strengthen relationships instead of weakening them
• Teaching emotional resilience by modeling it for our children
• Healing without having all the answers yet

Honest Takeaways from the Conversation

• You don’t have to be “positive” to be healing
• Feeling your emotions is not a failure—it’s part of growth
• Small, consistent actions matter more than big breakthroughs
• Support systems matter, but not everyone can show up the way we hope
• Vulnerability helps reveal who your real people are
• Sometimes clarity only comes after you’ve moved through the hard part

Self-Care & Coping Tools Mentioned

• Journaling to process emotions
• Movement as a stress release
• Letting yourself cry without shame
• Using reminders and structure to reduce mental overload
• Asking questions without demanding immediate answers
• Celebrating small wins instead of waiting for big change
• Reaching out to trusted friends—even when it feels uncomfortable

This episode is for women who:

• Feel emotionally overwhelmed or burned out
• Are navigating anxiety, stress, or big life changes
• Feel unsure who they can truly lean on
• Are trying to balance personal growth with family responsibilities
• Want permission to feel without fixing everything

If you’ve been searching:

• Why do I feel so overwhelmed emotionally?
• How do I cope when life feels heavy?
• Why do I feel unsupported by people I thought would be there?
• How do I practice self-care when I’m exhausted?

This conversation will meet you exactly where you are.

This episode isn’t about having it all figured out—it’s about showing up honestly, allowing yourself to be human, and remembering that healing is a process, not a performance.

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Have you ever felt like something inside you is trying to speak—but you can’t quite hear it?

In this episode of Release Your Inner Power and Ways to Boost Your Week, we’re diving into journaling prompts that help you reconnect with your inner voice, especially if you’ve been ignoring your needs, feelings, or intuition for far too long.

As part of Phase Two: Tuning Into Your Inner Voice, Shauna shares a relatable personal story, simple journaling prompts you can use immediately, and gentle tools to help you stop overthinking and start listening to yourself again.

This episode is for busy women and moms who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves and are ready to rebuild self-trust, clarity, and confidence—one honest page at a time.

You’ll walk away feeling lighter, validated, and excited about what’s next for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why journaling helps you hear your inner voice more clearly
• How to use journaling to reconnect with yourself during life transitions
• Journaling prompts that unlock clarity, honesty, and self-trust
• How to quiet external noise and expectations
• Simple tools to make journaling doable (even if you’re short on time)
• A weekly challenge to strengthen your intuition and self-connection

Journaling Prompts Shared in the Episode

• “If I were being completely honest, I’m tired of _____.”
• “The part of me I’ve been ignoring is trying to tell me _____.”
• “I keep telling myself I should want _____, but I actually want _____.”
• “When do I feel most like myself lately?”
• “If I trusted myself more, I would _____.”
• “What feels heavy right now—and what might make it feel lighter?”

Tools for Your Inner Voice Toolbox

• The 5-Minute Voice Check journaling method
• How to journal without overthinking or perfection
• Why pen-to-paper works better than typing
• Simple prompts to start journaling when you feel stuck

This Week’s Challenge

Journal for 5–10 minutes, three times this week.
No fixing. No judging. Just listening.

Your only goal:
Notice what your inner voice sounds like when you give her space.

Who This Episode Is For

• Women feeling overwhelmed or burned out
• Moms navigating life transitions
• Women who struggle with self-trust or decision-making
• Anyone feeling disconnected from themselves
• Women ready to stop silencing their needs and start listening inward

About the Podcast

Release Your Inner Power and Ways to Boost Your Week is a podcast for busy women—especially moms—who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or lost in life’s transitions. Hosted by Shauna B, a life reinvention and empowerment coach, this show helps women reclaim their energy, confidence, and excitement for life without guilt.

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Have you ever felt disconnected from yourself — like you don’t trust your own decisions anymore?
You’re not broken. You’ve just been ignoring your inner voice for too long.

In this Phase Two episode of Release Your Inner Power and Ways to Boost Your Week with Ignited Decisions, Shauna Buno dives into rebuilding self-trust and learning how to listen to yourself again after years of putting everyone else first.

This episode is for women who feel overwhelmed, stuck, burned out, or unsure of their next step — especially during life transitions like motherhood shifts, career changes, divorce, or burnout recovery.

Shauna shares a relatable personal story, explains why self-trust fades over time, and walks you through simple, practical tools you can use today to reconnect with your inner voice. You’ll also receive a gentle weekly challenge to help you start trusting yourself again — without pressure or perfection.

If you’re craving clarity, confidence, and a deeper connection to yourself, this episode will leave you feeling uplifted, grounded, and excited about what’s next.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why self-trust breaks down over time (and why it’s not your fault)
• The difference between fear and your inner knowing
• How to rebuild self-trust after ignoring your intuition
• Small daily habits that strengthen self-trust
• How to start listening to your inner voice without overwhelm
• A simple Phase Two weekly challenge to reconnect with yourself
• Tools to help you feel more confident in your decisions

Tools & Takeaways Mentioned

• The 10-second self check-in before decisions
• Separating fear-based thoughts from inner wisdom
• Rebuilding self-trust through small promises
• Listening to your body as guidance
• The “One Yes, One No” weekly challenge

This episode is for women who:

• Feel disconnected from themselves
• Struggle with self-doubt or decision fatigue
• Feel overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck
• Are navigating life transitions
• Want to trust themselves again
• Are learning to listen to their intuition

Call to Action

If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who needs this reminder — or come join us inside the EmpowerHer Community, where women are rebuilding self-trust together with support, accountability, and real conversations.

Shauna B is a Life Reinvention and Empowerment Coach, Mom of 3, Podcast Host and Adventure Seeker. Below are ways to connect more with her resources, and freebies. If you loved this episode leave a review or send her a quick message.

~Head on over to www.igniteddecisions.com for downloadable goodies and videos that will boost your week.

~Email me at shauna@igniteddecisions.com to share your take aways, topic ideas or stories.

Facebook: Shauna with Ignited Decisions

Instagram: ignited_decisions

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Have you ever felt like the version of you that once worked… just doesn’t fit anymore?

In this powerful and honest talk show episode, Shauna, Mary, and MaryBeth dive deep into what it really looks like to reinvent yourself after major life changes — divorce, loss, burnout, ADHD overwhelm, and the quiet realization that you’ve been living for everyone else.

This conversation isn’t about overnight transformations or “fixing yourself.”
It’s about self-care, courage, boundaries, and trusting yourself enough to take the next small step — even when fear is loud.

If you’re standing at the edge of a new chapter and wondering “What’s next for me?” — this episode will meet you right where you are.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode

✔️ Why self-care must come before deep conversations and big decisions
✔️ How life transitions (divorce, loss, identity shifts) can become catalysts for growth
✔️ What it really means to reinvent yourself — without losing who you are
✔️ Letting go of the “responsible one” identity and people-pleasing patterns
✔️ How ADHD, overcompensation, and perfectionism can quietly drain you
✔️ Why confidence comes after courage, not before
✔️ How small, intentional steps build long-term confidence

Key Takeaways

~ You don’t need to have the whole plan — just the next right step
~ Courage comes first… confidence follows
~ Reinvention doesn’t mean starting over — it means coming home to yourself
~ Boundaries and self-care aren’t selfish — they’re necessary
~ Growth happens when actions align with your values, not expectations
~ You’re allowed to want more and appreciate what you have

Perfect for You If…

• You’re navigating a major life transition
• You feel stuck, burned out, or unsure who you are anymore
• You’ve been the “strong, responsible one” for too long
• You want to stop living by expectations and start choosing yourself
• You’re ready for a new chapter — but fear keeps creeping in

Meet the ladies on the show:

~ MaryBeth is on a mission to help women become fierce through messy action, baby steps, and cultivating confidence.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefierceframework/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefierceframework
YouTube (Podcast): https://www.youtube.com/@thefierceframework/videos
MaryBeth’s offerings: https://linkin.bio/thefierceframework

~ Mary Dibble is a proud wife, mom of three, and an award-winning Life Purpose and Goal Success Master Life Coach. Mary uses her personal journey and proven strategies to empower moms to step into their full potential.

Links: Website, Podcast- Spotify or Apple, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook

~ Shauna B is a Life Reinvention and Empowerment Coach, for burnout prevention and overthinking intervention, Mom of 3, Podcast Host and Adventure Seeker.

~ Information on EmpowerHer Community HERE

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Have you ever worked toward a goal that looked right but felt completely wrong?
You’re doing all the “right things,” yet something feels heavy, draining, or off.

In this episode, Shauna dives into a powerful and relatable conversation about how to tell if your goals are truly yours—or if they’re driven by outside pressure, expectations, or fear of judgment.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, unmotivated, or guilty for wanting something different, this episode will help you reconnect with what you actually want and release the pressure to chase goals that don’t align anymore.

This is a must-listen for busy women and moms who are navigating life transitions, personal growth, and redefining success on their own terms.

You’ll leave feeling lighter, clearer, and excited about what’s next—without the guilt.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why so many women chase goals that don’t feel fulfilling
• Common signs your goals may be coming from outside pressure
• How to tell the difference between fear-based goals and aligned goals
• Why lack of motivation isn’t the problem—misalignment is
• Simple questions to help you reconnect with what you truly want
• How to give yourself permission to change your mind without guilt

This episode is for you if:

• You feel stuck or unmotivated despite “doing everything right”
• You’re in a life transition and questioning your next steps
• You feel pressure to meet expectations from family, society, or social media
• You’re craving clarity, alignment, and confidence in your decisions
• You want goals that feel energizing—not exhausting

Key Takeaways

• Goals rooted in pressure feel heavy, draining, and guilt-filled
• Aligned goals feel calm, grounding, and meaningful—even when they’re hard
• You are allowed to change your mind as you grow
• Motivation often returns once you choose goals that match who you are now

Reflection Question for Listeners

If no one had an opinion, expectation, or judgment—what goal would you choose right now?

Take a moment after listening to write this down. Awareness is the first step toward alignment.

Call to Action

If this episode resonated with you, take a screenshot and share it on social media or send it to a friend who needs permission to stop chasing goals that don’t feel right anymore.

And if you’re ready for support, clarity, and accountability as you move toward goals that actually feel good—check out the EmpowerHer Community, where we take these conversations deeper.

About the host:

Shauna B is a Life Reinvention and Empowerment Coach, Mom of 3, Podcast Host and Adventure Seeker. Below are ways to connect more with her resources, and freebies. If you loved this episode leave a review or send her a quick message.

~Head on over to www.igniteddecisions.com for downloadable goodies and videos that will boost your week.

~Email me at shauna@igniteddecisions.com to share your take aways, topic ideas or stories.

Facebook: Shauna with Ignited Decisions

Instagram: ignited_decisions

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Do you ever hear a voice in your head that sounds convincing—but leaves you feeling stuck, small, or second-guessing yourself? In this episode, we’re breaking down the powerful difference between your inner critic and your inner wisdom, and why knowing which one you’re listening to changes everything.

As we move into Phase Two: Tuning Into Your Inner Voice, I’m sharing a personal story about learning to recognize fear disguised as “being realistic” and how reconnecting with inner wisdom creates clarity, confidence, and forward momentum.

You’ll learn how to tell when your thoughts are coming from fear versus alignment, why your inner wisdom often speaks quietly, and simple tools you can use this week to start trusting yourself again—without blowing up your life or having everything figured out.

This episode is for you if you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or standing at the edge of something new and want to move forward with more self-trust and less self-doubt.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• The key differences between the inner critic and inner wisdom
• Why your inner critic feels urgent, loud, and convincing
• How inner wisdom actually sounds and feels in daily life
• A relatable story about mistaking fear for “being responsible”
• Why Phase Two is all about reconnection and self-trust
• Simple questions to help you identify which voice you’re listening to
• How to move forward without guilt, pressure, or having all the answers

Key Takeaways

• Your inner critic is loud because it’s afraid
• Your inner wisdom is quiet because it trusts you
• Wisdom never shames you—it guides you
• You don’t need to silence fear, just stop letting it lead
• Small, aligned steps matter more than big, forced changes

Try This After Listening

The next time a thought pops up, ask yourself:

1. Does this feel urgent or grounded?
2. Do I feel expanded or contracted?
3. Would I say this to a friend I love?

Let your answers guide you back to your inner wisdom.

Who This Episode Is For

• Women feeling stuck or overwhelmed by life transitions
• Moms and busy women craving clarity and confidence
• Anyone learning to trust themselves again
• Listeners navigating Phase Two of personal growth and self-discovery

About the Podcast

Release Your Inner Power and Ways to Boost Your Week with Ignited Decisions is a podcast for busy women—especially moms—who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves. Hosted by life reinvention and empowerment coach Shauna B, each episode helps you release guilt, tune into your inner voice, and create a life that actually feels good.

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Have you ever ignored a gut feeling… and later wished you hadn’t?

In this episode, Intuition 101, we break down what intuition actually feels like in daily life—without the pressure, confusion, or “woo-woo” expectations. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re overthinking, people-pleasing, or just disconnected from yourself, this conversation is for you.

Shauna shares a relatable personal story and explains how intuition often shows up quietly through your body, emotions, and energy—not loud thoughts or perfect clarity. You’ll learn how to tell the difference between fear and intuition, why so many women stop trusting themselves, and how to start listening again in small, practical ways.

You’ll walk away with simple tools you can use today, plus a gentle 7-day challenge to rebuild self-trust and confidence from the inside out.

✨ Perfect for women who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for a fresh chapter.

Episode Overview

In Phase Two: Tuning Into Your Inner Voice, we’re going back to basics. This episode is all about intuition—what it really feels like, how it shows up in everyday life, and why you may have stopped trusting it.

If you’ve been:

• Second-guessing yourself
• Saying yes when you want to say no
• Feeling disconnected or unsure about your next step

This episode will help you reconnect in a grounded, realistic way—no pressure, no perfection.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• What intuition actually is (and what it isn’t)
• Why intuition often shows up in your body before your thoughts
• How to tell the difference between fear, overthinking, and inner knowing
• Everyday signs you’re already using intuition without realizing it
• Why ignoring intuition leads to burnout, resentment, and self-doubt

A Relatable Story You’ll Connect With

Shauna shares a personal story about recognizing misalignment when everything looked “fine” on the outside—and how learning to listen to subtle signals changed everything. If you’ve ever felt off but couldn’t explain why, you’ll feel seen in this part of the episode.

Tools for Your Inner Voice Toolbox

You’ll walk away with simple tools you can start using today, including:

• A body-based check-in to guide decisions
• A neutral question that cuts through overthinking
• A quick way to recognize when intuition is speaking vs. your inner critic

Weekly Challenge

A gentle 7-day intuition challenge designed to help you rebuild trust with yourself—without overwhelming changes or pressure to “figure it all out.”

This Episode Is For You If:

• You feel overwhelmed or stuck in a life transition
• You struggle with self-doubt or people-pleasing
• You want to feel more confident in your decisions
• You’re ready to reconnect with yourself and what you truly want

Next in Phase Two:

In the next episodes, we’ll continue strengthening your connection to your inner voice and rebuilding self-trust—step by step.

~~ Make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss what’s next.

About Host:

Shauna B is a Life Reinvention and Empowerment Coach, Mom of 3, Podcast Host and Adventure Seeker. Below are ways to connect more with her resources, and freebies. If you loved this episode leave a review or send her a quick message.

~ Join or more information on EmpowerHer Community for support & accountability HERE

~Head on over to www.igniteddecisions.com for downloadable goodies

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Feeling like you’re running on fumes before noon? In this episode, Shauna B talks about micro breaks — short, intentional pauses that can reset your energy, focus, and mood in just minutes.

You’ll hear a relatable story about the moment she realized pushing through wasn’t working and how a simple 3-minute pause outside changed her entire day. She shares practical examples of what micro breaks look like, how to build them into your routine, and why they’re the secret to showing up more grounded and energized — without needing an entire day off.

If your days feel chaotic and you’re craving a reset that fits into your real life, this episode is your permission slip to pause without guilt.

Key Takeaways

• Micro breaks help you reset your day and boost focus in just minutes
• You don’t need an hour of self-care — sometimes 2 minutes is enough
• Signs you need a break: irritability, zoning out, sighing, or feeling unfocused
• Easy micro breaks: deep breathing, stretching, stepping outside, or dancing to your favorite song
• Pair breaks with habits or transitions to make them stick

Favorite Quote

• [00:45] — Why we ignore our need to pause
• [03:20] — The day everything went wrong and the 3-minute reset that worked
• [07:40] — What micro breaks actually are
• [11:10] — How to fit them into your schedule (even when you’re busy)
• [15:20] — Your micro break challenge for the week

Listen if you want to:

• Feel calmer and less rushed during the day
• Learn how to reset your energy without a full break or nap
• Add more joy and focus into your routine
• Reclaim your time and your mood, one small pause at a time

micro breaks, reset your day, how to recharge fast, burnout recovery tips, productivity hacks for women, simple self-care ideas, how to reset your energy, mindfulness for busy moms, quick stress relief, mental reset

Resources Mentioned

• Join the EmpowerHer Community — Get support, accountability, and encouragement to make changes that stick.
• Free Audio: Clear Your Mind and Get Things Done — 4 quick steps to declutter your thoughts and move forward.

Connect with Shauna B

• Instagram: @IgnitedDecisions
  
  
• Podcast: Release Your Inner Power & Ways to Boost Your Week
• Coaching: IgnitedDecisions.com
  
  

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