The Nancy Levin Show

People often question whether they need a therapist or a life coach, and many don't know what the difference is between the two. Additionally, many therapists wonder if they should become certified to offer life coaching to their clients and what the benefits would be. In this episode I discuss the answers to these questions and much more as we explore the key differences between coaching and ther...

When you're an empath and people pleaser, burnout can be hard to detect and overcome. Even if you're on a purposeful path, you may be shocked to discover that purpose does not equal limitless energy. My friend Anne Bérubé joins me to discuss her new book The Burnout Antidote: A Spiritual Guide to Empowerment for Empaths, Over-Givers and Highly Sensitive People. Anne has a unique ability to awaken...

Do you ever just feel...stuck? I know I do. And I know all too well the chain reaction of guilt and remorse that accompanies feeling like I "should've" accomplished more. If you can relate, you're going to love my guest on episode 41 of Your Permission Prescription. Britt Frank is an accomplished clinician, educator, trauma specialist, speaker, and now the author of the upcoming book, The Science...

Even with 2 brothers diagnosed with ADHD during childhood, Kate Moryoussef's own symptoms were overlooked. As a young girl, Kate felt overwhelmed by schoolwork, struggled to focus and turn assignments in on time, and was often caught daydreaming. The missed diagnosis negatively affected Kate's self-esteem, as she did not realize why everything was so much harder for her than it was for other peopl...

In this culture that is constantly wanting instant gratification, I'm here to tell you it's okay to wait. If you're someone constantly in reaction mode, Episode 39 of Your Permission Prescription is the one for you. Whether it's work, saying "yes" because you're afraid to say no, or any other tasks you turn to to stay busy, listen in to create a framework for setting the right productivity boundar...

The power of community can't be matched; the right one will give you permission to explore new possibilities for yourself and leverage that wisdom and strength to encourage others. To understand how strong, sustainable communities are built, my dear friend and Levin Life Coach Academy collaborator Linda Perry joins me in Episode 38! Linda is a Master Coach & Business Strategist, and she's bringing...

If we don't love ourselves, we are incapable of fully allowing in love from others. That's why I am so thrilled to share with you my absolute favorite meditation. It's a self-love meditation, and I invite you to integrate it into your daily life. In this meditation, you'll be able to take note of what it feels like to receive your own powerful love, and anchor into this feeling.  You are absolutel...

Today I am talking with two different Natalies who share a similar struggle of allowing the opinions and needs of others to influence their actions. First is Natalie S, who is afraid she does not have a clear vision. She's been putting the needs of others ahead of her own for so long, she's unsure how to start putting her own needs first. Together we uncover that the lack of life and excitement sh...

For many of us, procrastination may feel like a bad habit that we find ourselves battling in some form each day. Whether it's in our personal or professional lives, we tend to view procrastination as something inherently bad. In this episode, I will teach you how to change the way you view procrastination, allowing you to see the many opportunities that lie beneath the surface. With this simple sh...

If you're an overgiver, people-pleaser, or someone who puts their dreams on hold to make other people happy, it may feel like an impossible task to witness, name and own your desires.  Over the years, I have coached thousands of people across the world in my 50 desires exercise, and I am so excited to share it with you today. In this episode, I will guide you through my powerful, three-part exerci...

The experience of grief often hits us like a tsunami, and then ebbs and flows in waves that sometimes never subside. While we don't have a choice in when grief hits, we do have a choice in how we respond to the feelings and sensations it brings. In this episode, Grief Yoga creator Paul Denniston shares his story of how he came to know - and use - grief as a powerful connection back to love. In his...

How you tell your story is up to you. Born in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, herStories was founded by Jennifer Aks-Neuman to help women recognize their resilience, and embody, learn and celebrate all they are through movement storytelling. Jennifer supports women in creating art out of life, amplifying voices and telling stories using video diaries. In this episode, Jennifer shares how herSto...

Coaches must coach from the scar not the wound. The 4 women I coach in today's episode are LLCA students working on healing deep wounds so that they can show up in life even stronger and more resilient than they already are. First, is Meg who seeks better time-management skills so she can commit to a self-care routine. Next is Sally, who requires help with shadow beliefs keeping her stuck in her p...

It's time to approach the start of a fresh year differently and I'm going to show you how! In this episode, you'll learn how to let go of New Year's resolutions that encourage deprivation, restriction, or sacrifice and, instead, embrace releasing the commitments and habits that no longer serve you in order to create space for all of the things you'd like to call into your life. Listen in as I shar...

Why is it that we're never taught essential life skills when we are young? Specifically the ones that will help us experience strong, satisfying relationships with ourselves, and the people around us. In this episode, I share 3 essential life skills—active listening, staying agenda free, and boundaries— to support you in feeling aligned and centered, even during challenging times: a. As the holida...

Experiencing grief and loss is unquestionably one of the most difficult things we as humans must endure during our lives. Nevertheless, there is potent transformative power in grief when we allow ourselves to move through it with grace, self compassion, and kindness. This is only one of several profound messages shared by David Kessler, the world's foremost expert on grief. In this episode, David...

You know that great feeling of gaining clarity as you talk through an issue or dilemma? It happens with all three women I coach in this episode of Your Permission Prescription! First, Christine is struggling to set boundaries at work when she's being pressured to do more. Natalie is about to embark on a cross-country move and is ready to turn her dreams and visions into tangible success — but she...

Have you ever had to have a difficult conversation with someone about something you're doing or feeling? Something that you've never shared with this person, or maybe with anyone, ever? Or perhaps you're currently preparing yourself to have a challenging conversation. One you envision won't go well, and will result in enormous hurt on both sides. In fact, you believe this conversation will go so p...

What's one thing the workplace and friendships have in common? They're both areas where people have trouble creating healthy boundaries. In this episode of Your Permission Prescription, I coach Sue, Kaitlin, and Priyash. Sue is exhausted between working full-time and building her business, but she's scared to scale back and lose clients. Priyash is overwhelmed at work but struggles to say no to an...

I'm thrilled to bring my dear friend Bari Tessler onto Your Permission Prescription. Bari is a financial therapist and the author of The Art of Money: A Life-Changing Guide to Financial Happiness . Her methodology weaves together emotional literacy and financial literacy to heal and empower your relationship to money. She talks about the in-the-moment power of doing body check-ins when dealing wit...

I've been thinking a lot about something Laurie Wagner said in episode 18 of Your Permission Prescription. She talked about letting your belly hang over your jeans… and that was never something I felt safe doing. Growing up, my body was scrutinized. Then, in my marriage, my body was scrutinized. Having a thin, toned body was the be-all, end-all. Until it wasn't. People often say of a woman, "She's...

"Just when you have something figured out, it completely changes again." That's what Maria Aleandra says about life since her husband, Jules, was diagnosed with ALS in March 2020. In this episode of Your Permission Prescription, I talk to Maria about what she's learned since caring for her husband over the past year and a half. How does life change when you or your partner has a degenerative disea...

How do you balance embracing your feelings and protecting them? In this episode of Your Permission Prescription, I coach Karen, Patty, and Peg through three very different dilemmas. Karen is struggling with a dear friend whose focus on the negative brings her down. Patty just started LLCA and is afraid she won't let herself truly feel her feelings and therefore won't get out of the program what sh...

The way we wake up sets the tone for the whole day — so in this episode of Your Permission Prescription, I'm sharing my non-negotiable morning routine! Learn how carving out even a little bit of time for yourself first thing can bring a measure of calm to your morning. (And here's a secret: This is really about intentionality, so if a chaotic a.m. is unavoidable right now, don't worry… your "morni...

Do you ever struggle to give yourself what you need in order to thrive? In this episode of Your Permission Prescription podcast, I coach Joy, Anna, and Jane on prioritizing your well-being when you're being pulled in a million directions, making a career change in midlife, and finding the courage to express yourself without fear of judgment. The throughline in their questions? How to take care of...