Shamelessly Ambitious I Helping Ambitious Women Prevent Burnout + Create Nervous System First Success in Business, Motherhood
Ashley McDonald, Therapist & Nervous System First Business MentorShamelessly Ambitious is an honest, grounding, and vulnerable podcast for ambitious, emotionally intelligent women who are done proving themselves, tired of living in constant high-functioning burnout, and craving a life and business that actually feel good.
Hosted by Ash McDonald—therapist, nervous-system-first business mentor, and speaker this show blends clinical expertise with lived experienc... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 215 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipBusinessHealth & FitnessMental Health | |||
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There's a version of you that only shows up when nobody needs anything from you. This episode is about her… what she knows, what she wants, what she's a little jealous of, && what she has absolutely no shame saying out loud. This is a go for it pep t... more
There’s a strategy I’ve been using in my marriage, my parenting, my friendships, and even with myself that gets me more of what I want without requiring anyone else to lose. And somewhere between two days of nonstop conversation in a tiny village out... more
I recorded this from my car on the way to a networking event because I couldn't wait. It started as a rough morning with my middle son && turned into the most important realization I've had in a while. The habit that’s making my life harder these day... more
This is a follow-up to my last (Episode 208), so make sure you listen to that first if you haven't already. Last week I announced the 90-day challenge to reclaim my edge && this week I'm getting specific: here are the actual rules, the micro-commitme... more
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- Dealing with what’s real
Really appreciate the grief series, and the acknowledgment that regulation comes through being with what is, not trying to lift out of it.
Apple Podcasts5Alexis E Read
United States2 months ago - Great for inspiration and reflection
Really enjoyed the episode on what Ash would do differently if she were rebuilding her business in 2026 because I’m currently in the process - mentally - figuring out what I want to keep and what I want to let go of in my business. Gave me lots to think about and was enjoyable to listen to.
Apple Podcasts5HollyHollyHollyyyUnited States8 months ago - Always SO grounding!
I could listen to Ash talk all day every day lol, but her topics are also so timely for me - seems to hit just right every time. She shares such insightful and thoughtful stories that make me feel less alone and gives me permission to stop trying to DO soooo much all the time. Highly recommend to anyone but especially to those women who are feeling on the edge - or all the way in the deep end - of burnout.
Apple Podcasts5BowenFiveUnited States9 months ago - Soul nourishing
Highly recommended! Each episode is so real and relatable and a breath of fresh air we all need! Go Ash!!
Apple Podcasts5Gyc2019United States10 months ago - Breath of fresh air
I’m so glad Ashley is back to podcasting again! She is real & honest and she isn’t giving you tips because she’s MASTERED life, instead it’s relatable that even if it may look from the outside like someone’s got it all figured out, it means nothing without peace and happiness. Ashley shares her real struggles I so appreciate that
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A candid, therapist-backed show for ambitious women navigating burnout, motherhood, and entrepreneurship with a nervous-system–first lens. Episodes blend personal stories, practical somatic tools, and existential reflections to help listeners regulate stress, redefine success, and build sustainable, meaning-filled businesses and lives. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on internal safety, embodied strategies, and vulnerability—offering actionable guidance rather than quick-fix tips, and inviting guests who share real-world experiences of growth, balance, and resilience.
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