From Surviving to Shining Nancy Harkins on Healing & Empowerment

What if the only thing standing between you and your dream is the story you keep telling yourself?In this episode of Women Awakening, Cynthia James sits down with Nancy Harkins — international motivational speaker, licensed psychotherapist, and founder of LifeChoices LLC — whose remarkable journey from survival to self-empowerment embodies the strength of the human spirit.Nancy opens up about escaping an early marriage, rebuilding her life as a single mother, and pursuing her degree later in life — all sparked by one powerful question from a friend: “When will you give up the excuse?” That moment became the turning point that led her to a 40-year career helping others find resilience, courage, and conscious leadership.This conversation reminds us that when we anchor ourselves in breath, intention, and faith, we don’t just survive… we shine.Awaken your own power. Watch the full episode of From Surviving to Shining: Nancy Harkins on Healing & Empowerment.Enjoy the podcast? Subscribe and leave a 5-star review. Nancy Harkins is an award-winning international motivational speaker, corporate trainer, licensed psychotherapist, and founder of Life Choices LLC. With over 40 years of experience across banking, healthcare, education, and mental health, she’s helped thousands navigate communication challenges and emotional breakthroughs.As a longtime practitioner of the Science of Mind philosophy, Nancy integrates spiritual wisdom with grounded therapeutic tools—guiding clients and audiences toward self-empowerment, resilience, and conscious leadership.Now semi-retired, she continues to offer part-time counseling and facilitation through her private therapy practice Life Choices LLC and accepts select speaking invitations.Website: www.yourwordshavepower.com Cynthia James is a transformational speaker, emotional integration coach,and host of the Women Awakening podcast. With a background as a formeractress and Star Search champion, she brings creativity and depth to herwork. Cynthia holds master’s degrees in consciousness studies and spiritualpsychology, and she’s the author of multiple bestselling books, including IChoose Me. Through her global retreats, coaching, and speaking, she helpswomen step into their power, live authentically, and lead with purpose.Connect with Cynthia James:Website: https://www.cynthiajames.net/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cynthia-james-enterprises/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/WhatWillSetYouFree Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthiajames777/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cynthiajamestransforms