“I Was Addicted to Being Needed” – Nancy Levin on Breaking Free | Ep 70 episode artwork

EPISODE · Jan 30, 2025 · 56 MIN

“I Was Addicted to Being Needed” – Nancy Levin on Breaking Free | Ep 70

from Be Inspired Mama · host Dr. Melissa Sonners

►► Join my FREE book club for women: https://www.drmelissasonners.com/book-nook  Have you ever felt like you're constantly running, doing, and giving, yet somehow you still feel empty? In this special Book Nook Author Meet-up, we sat down with Nancy Levin, bestselling author, life coach, and expert in boundaries, self-worth, and shadow work. If you’ve ever struggled with people-pleasing, setting boundaries, or just feeling like you never have time for yourself, this conversation will be a game-changer. Nancy shares how she went from living behind a carefully curated mask—seeking external validation, overachieving, and staying busy to avoid the truth to reclaiming her life, her time, and her own power. And she’s here to help you do the same. What you’ll discover in this episode: The real reason so many women struggle with boundaries (hint: it’s not about saying no) How to uncover hidden shadow commitments that are keeping you stuck Why busyness is often an avoidance tactic—and what to do instead The simple but powerful morning practice that can shift your entire day How to stop looking for gold stars and finally validate yourself Nancy’s wisdom is eye-opening, empowering, and deeply freeing—you won’t want to miss this one. RESOURCES: Embrace Your Shadow to Find Your Light by Nancy Levin: https://amzn.to/3ZL2ztE  Coaching with Nancy: https://nancylevin.com/  Nancy’s Self-Love Meditation: https://nancylevin.com/episode-37-a-powerful-self-love-meditation-to-anchor-you-into-your-greatest-love/#episode  Join Beehive to join these meet-ups LIVE and interact with the authors: https://beehive.drmelissasonners.com/offers/XtMAACoF  Grab your Higher Dose PEMF Mat here: https://tidd.ly/4dMg2pZ Use code ‘SONNERS15’ for a discount!  **************** If you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave a review on whatever platform you use for podcasts? It really helps spread the word and inspire other moms. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me. Thank you! Follow Dr. Melissa: ▶︎ YouTube ▶︎ Facebook ▶︎ Instagram ▶︎ TikTok ▶︎ Website Are You Prioritizing Everyone But Yourself? Here’s How to Change That.Episode webpage: https://beinspiredmama.com/70

►► Join my FREE book club for women: https://www.drmelissasonners.com/book-nook  Have you ever felt like you're constantly running, doing, and giving, yet somehow you still feel empty? In this special Book Nook Author Meet-up, we sat down with Nancy Levin, bestselling author, life coach, and expert in boundaries, self-worth, and shadow work. If you’ve ever struggled with people-pleasing, setting boundaries, or just feeling like you never have time for yourself, this conversation will be a game-changer. Nancy shares how she went from living behind a carefully curated mask—seeking external validation, overachieving, and staying busy to avoid the truth to reclaiming her life, her time, and her own power. And she’s here to help you do the same. What you’ll discover in this episode: The real reason so many women struggle with boundaries (hint: it’s not about saying no) How to uncover hidden shadow commitments that are keeping you stuck Why busyness is often an avoidance tactic—and what to do instead The simple but powerful morning practice that can shift your entire day How to stop looking for gold stars and finally validate yourself Nancy’s wisdom is eye-opening, empowering, and deeply freeing—you won’t want to miss this one. RESOURCES: Embrace Your Shadow to Find Your Light by Nancy Levin: https://amzn.to/3ZL2ztE  Coaching with Nancy: https://nancylevin.com/  Nancy’s Self-Love Meditation: https://nancylevin.com/episode-37-a-powerful-self-love-meditation-to-anchor-you-into-your-greatest-love/#episode  Join Beehive to join these meet-ups LIVE and interact with the authors: https://beehive.drmelissasonners.com/offers/XtMAACoF  Grab your Higher Dose PEMF Mat here: https://tidd.ly/4dMg2pZ Use code ‘SONNERS15’ for a discount!  **************** If you enjoyed this episode, would you please leave a review on whatever platform you use for podcasts? It really helps spread the word and inspire other moms. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me. Thank you! Follow Dr. Melissa: ▶︎ YouTube ▶︎ Facebook ▶︎ Instagram ▶︎ TikTok ▶︎ Website Are You Prioritizing Everyone But Yourself? Here’s How to Change That.Episode webpage: https://beinspiredmama.com/70

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