Mental health and being a human in business with Shulamit Ber Levtov
**content warning: we talk about suicidal ideation and how common it can be among entrepreneurs. If you're sensitive to that, proceed with caution. If you need help please dial 988**
INCREDIBLE. That's the word I've got for today's convo with Shulamit Ber Levtov, The Entrepreneur's Therapist. This one goes deep into the emotional rollercoaster of running a business, including the importance of self-care, vulnerability, and seeking support. If you're ready to get real about the mental health struggles entrepreneurs face, we'll show you how to navigate those dark moments with tenderness and care.
And a reminder: I'm glad you're here. I'm grateful every day you stay.
Can't-Miss Moments from This Episode:
- Two words (and a tiny mindset shift) to make it easier to have those sweaty, difficult conversations we all dread...
- My FAVORITE guest phrase, potentially ever: go take a flying fuck at a rolling donut (hear what inspired Shula to throw that out, to my utter delight)...
- What to do when your boss is a freaking jerk (and you happen to be the boss)...
- Two words (and a tiny mindset shift) to help you have hard conversations with a lot less discomfort and a lot more ease...
- Normalizing the dark thoughts: so many entrepreneurs struggle in silence, and Shula offers a powerful reframe that might just save your (or someone you love's) life...
Bonus: tune in for a surprise cameo by Minnie the Evil Office Cat.
Shula's bio:
Shulamit (she/her) is the Entrepreneurs' Therapist and co-founder of the Business Therapy Centre. She works with women business owners to care for their mental and emotional wellbeing 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 applying therapeutic, coaching and somatic tools to support 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 Brené Brown's Dare To Lead™ methodology, Trauma of Money, Nonviolent Communication and Yoga, Shula brings a unique perspective and approach to supporting women in business.
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