The Entrepreneurs' Therapist

Shulamit Ber Levtov, MA, RSW, CCTP
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Entrepreneurship and mental health are intimately connected.The emotional rollercoaster of running a business, the pressures of wearing all the hats and keeping all the plates in the air can get to you.It's lonely and isolating work. Some days you might feel like burning your business down.In an era of relentless stressors that can make you want to lose your crap on a daily basis, this podcast will meet you where you are, and provide you with small, doable strategies and mindset shifts that you can use on the fly.

  1. 07/07/2025

    Fostering a Healthy Entrepreneurial Mindset without Toxic Positivity.m4a

    Have you ever felt pressured to stay positive, even when your business is facing real challenges? This episode explores the concept of realistic optimism for women entrepreneurs. I discuss: - The dangers of toxic positivity in entrepreneurship - Why acknowledging difficulties is crucial for mental health - How to find the balance between optimism and realism in business - Practical exercises to shift your mindset during stressful times We'll examine why a healthy entrepreneurial mindset involves both acknowledging challenges and maintaining hope, and how this approach can help you build resilience. If you've ever struggled to stay motivated in the face of business setbacks without resorting to empty positive thinking, this episode is for you. Show notes / transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/toxic-positivity-realistic-optimist/ This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan. Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy. Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

    2 min

  2. 06/02/2025

    Navigating Indecision A Guide for Business Owners.m4a

    Navigating Indecision - A Guide for Business Owners Have you ever spent hours agonizing over a business decision, only to end up right where you started? This episode explores the challenges of decision-making for entrepreneurs. We discuss: - Why business owners often face more difficult decisions than others - The impact of overwhelm and decision fatigue on your ability to choose - Common causes of indecisiveness - Practical strategies to overcome indecision We'll examine various approaches to improve decision-making skills and maintain your mental well-being as a business owner. If you've ever found yourself paralyzed by choices in your business or questioned your ability to make sound decisions, this episode is for you. Show notes / transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/business-indecision-what-to-do-when-you-cant-make-a-decision/ This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan. Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy. Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

    19 min

  3. 05/05/2025

    Rethinking Stress A New Approach for Women Entrepreneurs.m4a

    Rethinking Stress - A New Approach for Women Entrepreneurs Do you find yourself always on the look-out for new ways to manage the never-ending stress of entrepreneurship? This episode explores a paradigm shift in how women entrepreneurs can approach stress. We discuss: - Why traditional stress management techniques might not be the answer - How changing your mindset about stress can improve your business performance - Practical strategies for reframing stressful situations It's not stress itself, but how we think about and respond to it, that determines its impact on our health and mindset. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the demands of entrepreneurship and wondered if there's a better way to handle stress, this episode is for you. Show notes / transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/a-mindset-shift-that-relieves-stress/ This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan. Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy. Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

    16 min

  4. 04/07/2025

    Productive but Panicking Navigating HighFunctioning Anxiety as an Entrepreneur.m4a

    "Productive but Panicking" - Navigating High-Functioning Anxiety as an Entrepreneur You know that feeling when you're crushing your to-do list, meeting every deadline, and looking like you've got it all together... but inside, your mind is racing a million miles an hour? That's the topic for today: high-functioning anxiety in business. In this episode, I'll share: 1. How to recognize if your "productive stress" might actually be high-functioning anxiety 2. Practical tools to manage anxiety without sacrificing your drive 3. Why validating your emotions (yes, even the uncomfortable ones) is crucial for your mental health and business success If you've ever answered another "How are you?" with "Busy!" while your insides are doing somersaults, this episode is for you.  Show notes / transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/12-signs-of-high-functioning-anxiety-how-to-deal-with-it/ This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan. Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy. Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

    25 min

  5. 03/03/2025

    Is It Just Me The Hidden Mental Health Challenges of Entrepreneurship.m4a

    "Is It Just Me?" - The Hidden Mental Health Challenges of Entrepreneurship Today's topic is close to my heart and probably closer to your daily life than you might realize: the mental health rollercoaster of entrepreneurship. You know those days when you're on top of the world one minute, thinking "This is why I do this!" and then suddenly you're ready to burn it all down? Yeah, we're going to talk about that. In this episode, I talk about: - The common ups and downs of being an entrepreneur (spoiler: business ownership is not always Instagram-worthy) - The hidden factors that make our mental health journey unique (hint: it's not just about stress management) - Why feeling like you "can't cope like you used to" doesn't mean you're failing Remember, if you've ever felt like you're the only one struggling, or wondered if there's something "wrong" with you for finding this entrepreneur gig tough sometimes, this episode is here to remind you: other business owners feel this way, and there's nothing wrong with you. If you've ever had a day where you felt like a boss one minutes and a disaster the next, this episode is for you.  Show notes / transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/entrepreneur-mental-health-7-challenges/ This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan. Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy. Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

    28 min

  6. 02/03/2025

    Shut Off Your Brain An Entrepreneur's Guide to Actually Sleeping.m4a

    "Shut Off Your Brain!" - An Entrepreneur's Guide to Actually Sleeping If you're a night owls or a sleepless entrepreneur, today's episode is for you. I'm talking about something topic that's kept me up nights: how to actually get some sleep when your brain refuses to power down. As business owners, our minds are our superpowers. But sometimes, that superpower goes into overdrive, leaving us staring at the ceiling at 2 AM, wondering, "Why can't I sleep even though I'm exhausted?!" In this episode, I'm sharing: My personal struggles with insomnia and what I did about it (spoiler alert: I've tried counting sheep, and it doesn't work) Why telling yourself to "just relax" is about as effective as telling a cat to fetch Practical, science-backed strategies that can helped you tame your restless mind We'll explore some game-changing concepts like: The body's relaxation response (and how to hack it) Why consistency is key (even on weekends - I know, I'm sorry!) Sleep hygiene tips that actually work (and don't require you to become a completely different person) We can't actually "shut off" our brains (they're kind of essential for the whole being alive thing), but we can learn to work with them instead of against them. So if you've ever found yourself doom-scrolling at midnight or solving business problems in your dreams, this episode is for you. Show notes / transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/mind-racing-how-to-shut-off-your-brain-so-you-can-sleep/ This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan. Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy. Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

    22 min

  7. 01/06/2025

    I Can't Do This Anymore Navigating Entrepreneur Burnout.m4a

    "I Can't Do This Anymore" - Navigating Entrepreneur Burnout In today's episode, I'm getting real about something we all face but rarely talk about: those moments when we feel like we just can't handle being an entrepreneur anymore. You know those days - when a contractor quits unexpectedly, you're working around the clock, your kid gets sick right before an important meeting, or a big client jumps ship. I've been there, and as you know, it's rough. In this episode, I'm opening up about: My personal experiences with entrepreneurial burnout (yes, I have those "I want to burn it all down" moments!) Why it's totally normal to feel overwhelmed sometimes (hint: it's not just you) Practical strategies you can use to get through those "I can't do this anymore" phases I'll dive into some eye-opening questions we can ask ourselves when we're at our wit's end. Plus, I'll share some gentle reminders. Remember, acknowledging that you're struggling isn't a sign of weakness - it's the first step to reclaiming your power as a business owner. If you've ever felt like you're on an emotional rollercoaster (and let's face it, who hasn't?), this episode is for you.  Show notes / transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/what-to-do-when-you-cant-handle-life-as-an-entrepreneur-anymore/ This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan. Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy. Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

    17 min

  8. 12/02/2024

    Financial Abuse and Entrepreneurship Breaking the Silence.m4a

    Financial Abuse and Entrepreneurship: Breaking the Silence Today I'm talking about a topic that's personal to me and probably affects more of us than we realize: financial abuse and its impact on entrepreneurship.  I've walked this path myself. I co-signed a loan I didn't want to, worked throughout a challenging pregnancy while my then-husband refused to get a job, and constantly was blamed for "spending all our money." Does any of this sound familiar?  In this episode, I'm shedding light on financial abuse. What it looks like, how it affects our mindset, and most importantly, how you can heal and flourish as a business owner after experiencing financial abuse. I'll be talking about: The subtle ways financial abuse seeps into relationships (hint: it's not always obvious!) How being a survivor influences us as entrepreneurs (think trust issues and scarcity mindset) Honest talk about rebuilding our financial confidence and overcoming self-doubt Remember, you're not the only one who has been through this. Whether you're healing from financial abuse or supporting someone who is, I hope this episode helps you feel empowered. I believe we can transform our experiences into wisdom and our challenges into strengths. Show notes / transcript is here: https://www.shula.ca/financial-abuse-business-owners/ This podcast is brought to you by my self-guided virtual retreat. Create your customized mental and emotional wellness plan to keep Your CEO-self in the driver's seat so you don't flip your lid and blow up your business when the crap hits the fan. Running a Business Can Run Down Your Mental Health As whole humans who own small businesses, a mental health plan should be part of your business strategy. Boost your business with a mental health plan. Purchase the self-guided mental health plan workshop today. $99 USD includes workshop recording, enhanced transcript and worksheets. The link is https://entrepreneurstherapist.click/mhplan .

    29 min
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Entrepreneurship and mental health are intimately connected.The emotional rollercoaster of running a business, the pressures of wearing all the hats and keeping all the plates in the air can get to you.It's lonely and isolating work. Some days you might feel like burning your business down.In an era of relentless stressors that can make you want to lose your crap on a daily basis, this podcast will meet you where you are, and provide you with small, doable strategies and mindset shifts that you can use on the fly.

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  • Creator
    Shulamit Ber Levtov, MA, RSW, CCTP
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 The Entrepreneurs' Therapist All Rights Reserved.
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