Needy and Normal Podcast

Ashley Levering
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Needy and Normal Podcast

What do you need? Introducing the podcast that normalizes your needs. Through weekly teachings, stories and conversations, we’ll explore together. Come as you are as host Ashley Levering, a transition life coach on a mission, proves that the better you tend to your unique needs, the better your life can become!

  1. 5D AGO

    Life balance is BS, here's the comforting truth

    EP 65 | I call BS on the “story” we tell ourselves about finding “balance” in our lives. No, this life coach does not think it’s impossible to achieve balance, but I do believe there is a healthy dose of reality we can all tap into to help us feel better.  You can find balance in small moments or big moments. But when the balance doesn’t come by way of what society tells us balance is, or how you set out to overachieve beyond your own capacity, you feel like a failure.  Let me connect you to different perspective, where you can feel balanced every day, no matter what. Listen for comforting content, such as: Deciding what balance actually looks like for you Positively accepting reality Mindset and perspective shifting Making healthy decisions for yourself Resetting your priorities (story time) Reflection check “Positive survival” rather than “survival mode” Tending to essential routines no matter what Taking the wins now Staying positive for yourself Your needs matter, because you matter. Thank you for listening to the Needy and Normal Podcast. Please rate and review the show before you go, and follow it so you don’t miss an episode. Please pass this or your favorite episode on to a friend and follow @needyandnormalpod on Instagram.  For information about coaching together, visit ABLlifecoaching.com. Currently accepting new clients this September 2025. Get to know me more @abllifecoaching on IG.

    22 min

  2. JUN 5

    Abuse, powerlifting, and life changing decisions with guest, Tracey Quast

    EP 64 | This week on Needy and Normal, we welcome Tracey Quast, my amazing client and friend who made massive changes in her life. If you can't relate or find inspiration by the end, I will buy you a cup of coffee. In this episode, Tracey shares her journey from an abusive marriage of over 30 years, to finally building the courage to end it in divorce, and breaking patterns that no longer served her. Listen for: How to take control (the powerlifting story) The power of advocating for yourself Finding self worth Owning your confidence and strength Being grateful Being authentic Doing hard things Being okay with wanting more and better for your life I hope you take from this conversation, that saying yes to your wants and needs is a good thing. Taking care of you is important, and you deserve a good life. Your needs matter, because you matter. BIO: Tracey Quast is a personal trainer and teacher of the Livestrong cancer survivor class. She is a badass who is full of heart. Tracey's been a competitive (and record holding) powerlifter since 2017, the year she became a grandmother. She now has eight grandchildren and is living in her dream home being loved well and owning her worth. Thank you for listening to the Needy and Normal Podcast, please rate and review the show before you go and follow us on IG @needyandnormalpod. For information about coaching together, and to feel the power of coaching like Tracey did, visit abllifecoaching.com. Initial sessions are complimentary.

    48 min

  3. MAY 29

    REPLAY - Negative vs Positive Thinking and Reactions (EP 22)

    EP 63 [REPLAY of EP 22] | This topic follows us around. In a time where negativity can seep in easily, let's be reminded of the control we DO have over our own reactions and thoughts. Living in a negative headspace is not helpful. I am not discounting that difficult times happen, nor am I encouraging false positivity. I am, however, encouraging the right we have to live in a safe headspace. I am challenging you to learn how to recognize your thoughts and behaviors as they lean towards the negative. I am challenging you to logically respond rather than emotionally react. Listen for stories, tips and tools from episode 22, to help you move through negativity. You may need just what this episode has to offer. Your needs matter, because you matter. Thank you for listening to the Needy and Normal Podcast. Please share the show and rate and review it before you go! Follow @needyandnormalpod on IG. For information about coaching together, book a free consultation at www.abllifecoaching.com and follow @abllifecoaching on IG.

    23 min

  4. MAY 22

    Is it time for your comeback, to yourself?

    EP 62 | Have you gotten into the rhythm of life, where you're going through the motions? Or have you arrived at the place in your career where you're not feeling fulfilled? Are you having a full-on identity "crisis"? This episode is for you! I'll walk you through how NOT to feel badly about feeling lost or disconnected from yourself. Rather, I encourage you to feel brave for finding the awareness. Now, what is next? What's first? How can you take action to reconnect to yourself and do what matters to you? Is it your turn? Is it time to COMEBACK to yourself? Listen for helpful tips and tools directly from a certified life coach. Jot down some notes on the how-to's in this episode, and take the encouragement and comfort with you. Your needs matter, because you matter.  Thank you for listening to the Needy and Normal Podcast. Please share, rate and review the pod before you go, follow the show and add it to your IG follows, @needyandnormalpod.  To learn about coaching together, follow @abllifecoacing on IG and visit www.abllifecoaching.com and book a complimentary discovery session! ABL Life Coaching was founded in December 2019, and has successfully helped hundreds of clients reach goals and transition into new phases of life.

    23 min

  5. MAY 15

    Is it Friday yet? Burnout sucks!

    EP 61 | You've probably said it: Is it Friday yet? I need a nap! I want to quit! I need a drink! I'm so busy, life is crazy! And if you're in my shoes, over 35, you might even be dealing with physical burnout. In this episode, I share my "over 35" ailments and how in real time I am trying to heal from overdoing it! You too? Listen for: 1. How to recognize burnout, 2. how to create and use go-to's for preventing and conquering burnout, 3. some undeniable facts, 4. tips on mindfulness of your own behavior, 5. and how to listen to your higher self and use your intuition. Stay until the end for some memorable burnout quotes for you to takeaway from this episode. Your needs matter, because you matter. Thank you for listening to the Needy and Normal Podcast, for sharing the show with a friend, and for leaving me a review and a rating before you go! Follow @needyandnormalpod and @abllifecoaching on IG, and book a free discovery session on abllifecoaching.com!

    24 min

  6. MAY 8

    Life of a 10 year old, with guest, Brock Levering

    EP 60 | GUEST EPISODE! Something I have wanted to do for a long time is have my son, Brock, on the show. The time has come. Enjoy both the seriousness and the giggles as we talk about: Brock's view of our life as a Major League Baseball family What it's like to be in team sports "these days" Social media and the "addiction' to phones already in the fourth grade, and Bullying and friendships. Listen towards the end, when we put the life coach "hat" on Brock. I offer him three scenarios to tackle with his imaginary clients. You can't miss out on his answers! Thank you for listening, sharing, following, rating and reviewing the Needy and Normal Podcast. Make sure to follow the show on IG @needyandnormalpod, too! Send me a DM anytime to continue the conversations from any episode.  For information about life coaching, visit ABLlifecoaching.com to book a free initial session, and find me on IG @abllifecoaching. Your needs matter, because you matter. Take care.

    37 min

  7. MAY 1

    Near death car accident, lessons learned, and healing from the trauma

    EP 59 | I haven't told this story in a long time, so thank you for lending an ear and a soft heart. I could have died. This is a historical event from my life that has shaped me in many ways. While I am no longer haunted by the man who tried to drive me off the road, I am grateful for escaping with my life and taking much needed lessons with me. My hope is that you learn how different decisions/using your boundaries, forgiving yourself, facing your fears and learning to manage the tough feelings, can help you heal and move on from trauma. While healing isn't easy, and often takes time, it is possible. Your needs matter, because you matter. Thank you for listening to the Needy and Normal podcast. Please rate and review the show, subscribe, and share this episode with that one friend - you know who.  To follow along, find @needyandnormalpod and @abllifecoaching on Instagram. And visit ABLlifecoaching.com to book a free initial consult. I would love to support you. Thank you for being here. Take care.

    33 min

  8. APR 24

    Let it go!

    EP 58 | Your future self called and said to "quit overthinking about that one thing and to LET IT GO!" We can only control what we can control. In this episode, learn the "quick fix" or short term resiliency, AND understand how to access long term resiliency. Ashley shares TONS of advice and actionable nuggets that we all need and can relate to in our lives.  No more dwelling or spending energy and brain space on concepts, problems and people we cannot actually change. Change the story that fuels your fear of the future, because you are stuck in the past. What holds you back is actually in your power to release! Yes, you can. Listen to the end for a common list of things you cannot control, plus an abundant list of things you CAN control. Your needs matter, because you matter. Thank you for listening to the Needy and Normal podcast. Please rate, review, subscribe to and share the show! And come back next week. You can now follow @needyandnormalpod on IG! For information about coaching, visit abllifecoaching.com and book a free discovery session! Take care.

    23 min
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What do you need? Introducing the podcast that normalizes your needs. Through weekly teachings, stories and conversations, we’ll explore together. Come as you are as host Ashley Levering, a transition life coach on a mission, proves that the better you tend to your unique needs, the better your life can become!

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  • Creator
    Ashley Levering
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    66
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Needy and Normal Podcast

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