Sustaining a Business Without Compromising Mental Health with Shulamit Ber Levtov

We shouldn't have to ever choose between a thriving, sustainable business and our mental health.  The emotional exertion that goes into being an entrepreneur can be isolating and exhausting. In today's episode of A Trauma-Informed Future podcast, host Katie Kurtz is in conversation with the Entrepreneur's Therapist, Shulamit Ber Levtov. The discussion highlights the lack of mental health support for business owners and the intersection of emotions, finances, and stress management in entrepreneurship. Shulamit contributes insights into childhood trauma's influence on money management, emphasizing the need for trauma-informed leadership and sustainable self-care practices. The episode advocates for integrating trauma-informed approaches and mental wellness in both personal and professional spheres to support business sustainability.Learn more about Shulamit Ber Levtov:Shulamit (she/her) is the Entrepreneurs' Therapist. She is working passionately to mitigate the entrepreneurial mental health crisis through keynote speaking and educational workshops and by supporting women entrepreneurs 1:1 to care for their mental and emotional wellbeing and their money psychology in an era of relentless stressors that can make you want to lose your crap on the daily.Shulamit has been an entrepreneur for over 27 years and has more than 22 years of professional experience supporting women's mental health and personal growth. In addition to working with clients 1:1, Shulamit teaches in private and university business programs and speaks locally, nationally and internationally about the intersection of mental health, trauma, financial psychology and entrepreneurship.As an award-winning entrepreneur, masters-level, licensed trauma therapist and trauma survivor, with certifications in Dare To Lead™, Trauma of Money and Nonviolent Communication, Shula brings a unique perspective and approach to supporting women in business.Connect with Shulamit:Website:  https://www.shula.ca  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shulamitberlevtov/Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/the_entrepreneurs_therapistSubscribe to her newsletter: https://www.shula.ca/newsletter/Say ‘hello’ on Instagram or LinkedInCatch up on podcast episodesFREE Guide: Talking Through Turbulent TimesBook a 90 minute Strategy Session with Katie Get certified + create a sustainable practice with TRUST™ Works Interested in a keynote or consulting? Connect with Katie!