What if your health destiny isn't written in stone?

In today’s episode, I’m exploring the empowering truth that we have more influence over our brain health and longevity than we might believe. I'm joined by my new friend and colleague, Dr. Ryan Williamson, a board-certified neurologist and founder of Transcend Health, for a conversation filled with hope, science, and practical strategies.

Ryan and I dive into how the small choices we make every day — around sleep, movement, nutrition, and stress — shape the trajectory of our cognitive health, especially post menopause. We also reflect on the powerful role that purpose, community, and connection play in extending both our lifespan and our healthspan.

What we explore:

• Why cognitive decline is not inevitable — and how much is within your control

• The Core Four pillars that Ryan recommends for brain vitality

• How movement and even "exercise snacks" can dramatically extend your healthspan

• What you need to know about sleep, stress, and longevity

• The critical role of purpose — and how it fuels your resilience
  
  

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In this powerful and personal conversation, I’m joined by the unforgettable Ramona J. Smith — 2018 Toastmasters International World Champion of Public Speaking. Ramona’s story is about far more than public speaking accolades. It's a journey of courage, confidence, and claiming her worth — financially, personally, and professionally. From teaching high school to setting stages ablaze across five continents, Ramona opens up about what it really took to transform her mindset and bank account.

We explore the pivotal role my book Worthy played in helping Ramona shift from a scarcity story into a self-worth-centered approach to money and business. With boldness, honesty, and fire, she shares how she rewrote her internal narrative, raised her prices, and finally began to live — and earn — in alignment with her value.

Whether you're a coach, speaker, entrepreneur, or anyone ready to ditch people-pleasing and step into unapologetic worth, this episode is a must-listen.

What we explore together:

The behind-the-scenes of how Ramona went from classroom to global stages

How a conversation with another champion led her to my book ‘Worthy’

Worthiness as the foundation of wealth

Why affirmations alone won’t change your bank account

How to find the courage to raise your rates and start charging what you’re worth — today

→ Feeling stuck in your pricing, your self-worth, or your visibility? Start with the inner work. Pick up a copy of Worthy and do the exercises, then, just like Ramona – take action!

And if you’re ready for deeper support, reach out to me at nancylevin.com!

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If you’ve been feeling stuck, off-track, or like life just doesn’t fit the way it used to — this episode is your invitation to stop seeing it as a crisis and start seeing it as a catalyst.

In this episode, I share some practical reframing techniques around what we’ve long called the “midlife crisis.” Together, we’ll explore why this season of questioning is actually a call to return to your truth — not a sign of failure. I walk you through three powerful mindset shifts that will help you shed perfectionism, stop people-pleasing, and step into the life you’re meant to live — one small, brave step at a time.

This isn’t the end. It’s the beginning of everything.

What we’ll explore together:

• Redefining the “midlife crisis” as a spiritual initiation

• The hidden cost of perfectionism and people-pleasing

• Learning to listen inward and trust what you hear

• Creating space for reinvention, without needing a full life overhaul

• Returning to your truth after years of playing roles

If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone navigating their own dark night of the soul. Your transformation is already underway — and you are not alone.

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Are you still waiting for success to bring happiness? What if you’ve had it backwards all along?

This week I’m thrilled to welcome back the brilliant and grounded Sam Vander Wielen, a former attorney turned legal educator and entrepreneur. Sam has helped over 150,000 online business owners get legally legit through her resources, templates, and signature program The Ultimate Bundle. Her podcast On Your Terms is a favorite of mine, and now she’s launched a new book: When I Start My Business, I’ll Be Happy — and trust me, it’s a must-read.

In our conversation, Sam shares the deep personal story behind her business journey, including health crises, grief, and multiple pivots. But she doesn’t stop at mindset—she gives real talk about building a values-aligned business, making strategic decisions, and why instant success is a myth worth debunking.

We talk about how business can become a vehicle for self-discovery and healing, not just a path to profit. This is a heart-centered conversation packed with wisdom for coaches, creators, and anyone navigating the messy, beautiful journey of building something of your own.

What we’ll explore together:

• Business success doesn’t fix your life — inner work must come first.

• Mindset and emotional regulation are foundational to financial growth.

• Entrepreneurship amplifies what already exists within you.

• You can build a sustainable, values-based business without burnout or gimmicks.

• Legal clarity = personal confidence (and long-term business health).
  
  
  

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In this episode of The Nancy Levin Show, I’m diving deep into a question that haunts many of us—especially when we're stuck in careers, relationships, or routines that no longer feel aligned: Should I stay, or should I go?

But here’s the truth: that’s not even the real question. There is a deeper invitation waiting for us, that can unlock the answers we need.

We explore how indecision can quietly drain your life force, why staying stuck can feel deceptively “safe,” and how even small micro-steps toward clarity can reconnect you to your inner truth and build courage.

This episode is for anyone caught in the in-between, yearning for freedom but paralyzed by fear. I’m here to remind you: you don’t have to blow up your life to be happy – but you do have to begin by listening to yourself.

What we’ll explore together:

• Indecision may feel safe, but it slowly disconnects you from your truth and drains your energy

• Action (even small steps) brings clarity and peace faster than overthinking ever can

• Fear of choosing “wrong” keeps us stuck in loops—but that fear is just a sign of growth

• You don’t have to be fearless. You just have to take the next small step.

• Staying stuck may seem easier, but it risks living a life that's only a fraction of what’s possible

• Clarity doesn’t come from thinking—it comes from reconnecting with your desires and needs

Ready to go deeper?

If this episode stirred something in you and you’re ready to stop spinning in circles and start living in alignment, I’m here to support you. Explore tools and resources at nancylevin.com and take the next brave step toward the life that’s waiting for you!

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Welcome to the 200th episode of The Nancy Levin Show! 🎉

In this episode, I’m celebrating this powerful milestone by diving deep into a question I hear all the time: “What if I make a big change… and regret it?”

If you’ve ever yearned to begin your journey of transformation, but felt paralyzed by the fear of starting over—whether it's leaving a job, ending a relationship, or simply admitting that your current life isn’t working—this one's for you.

I’m breaking down how fear of regret is often a disguise for fear of the unknown, and why staying in the familiar might actually be the riskier choice.

What We’ll Explore Together:

• Regret is often fear of the unknown—not a reflection of past decisions.

• The cost of staying stuck is often greater than the risk of change.

• Reinvention is not starting from scratch—it's starting from self-knowing.

• Fear of failure often masks a deeper desire for authenticity and freedom.

• You already have everything you need to begin again—right now.
  
  

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If you've ever felt like success has become a shield—something you wear to prove your worth, but deep down, it leaves you feeling isolated and unfulfilled—this episode is for you.

Today, we’re uncovering the dark side of being a driven, successful woman and the patterns that keep us overextended, exhausted, and stuck in a cycle of perfectionism. More importantly, we’re talking about how you can redefine success in a way that honors your energy, your well-being, and your deeper need for connection.

Key Takeaways:

Success won’t fill the void of self-worth. External validation is fleeting—real fulfillment comes from within.

Perfectionism isolates you. The pressure to “do it all” creates burnout, resentment, and emotional exhaustion.

Being the strong one doesn’t bring connection—it creates distance. True intimacy comes from allowing yourself to be seen, flaws and all.

You don’t have to carry everything alone. Vulnerability is not weakness—it’s the key to deeper relationships and sustainable success.

Redefining success starts with allowing yourself to receive. Where in your life can you soften and let in the support you deserve?

This Week’s Challenge:

Share one real, vulnerable truth with someone you trust. Notice how it feels and what shifts in your connection.

PLUS!

If you’re ready to create more fulfillment and purpose in your journey—without giving up your ambition—I have a few one-on-one coaching spots available to help you break free from people-pleasing and perfectionism.

🔗 Book a complimentary call: nancylevin.com/talk

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If you've been stuck in an endless loop of fixing, planning, and managing your way to happiness—only to find yourself right back where you started—this episode is for you.

I know how easy it is to believe that if we just learn more, plan better, or control every detail, we’ll finally feel safe and happy. But the truth is, happiness isn’t found in the perfect plan, and real reinvention doesn’t happen through fixing.

In this episode, I invite you to look at discomfort in a whole new way.

Discomfort isn’t a sign that something is wrong—it’s actually proof that something is shifting. And when we stop resisting it, we create space for clarity, self-discovery, and profound transformation. I’ll share why extra productivity and over-planning can actually keep you stuck, how our need for control can block true fulfillment, and how to shift from fixing to trusting.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a new perspective on how to navigate uncertainty and reinvention, and step into the life you’re truly meant to live.

What We’ll Explore Together:

• Why discomfort is the key to growth—not a problem to be solved
• How over-planning and "fixing" can actually lead to more unfulfillment
• The power of trusting yourself instead of seeking external validation
• Why stopping to listen is the first step to true reinvention
• A powerful shift that will help you move from controlling to allowing

Ready for More?

If you’re navigating a life transition and want in-depth support, I’ve opened a few spots for one-on-one coaching to help you turn a tough transition into your greatest transformation. Let’s connect—visit nancylevin.com/talk to book a time.

I look forward to being with you again next time on The Nancy Levin Show!

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