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UnF*ck Your Brain: Feminist Self-Help for Everyone

Kara Loewentheil
Feminism
New Year's Resolutions
Socially Programmed Anxiety
Mental Health
Goal Setting
Perfectionism
Loving Versus Being Loved
Personal Growth
Self-Improvement
Cultural Expectations
Psychology
Personal Development
Pace Discrepancy
Women
Feminist Anxiety Fix
Coaching
Relationship Dynamics
Women's Anxiety
Alcohol
Social Anxiety

UnF*ck Your Brain: Feminist Self-Help for Everyone breaks down the centuries of sexist socialization that causes us to struggle with self-doubt, burnout, and anxiety. Hosted by Master Feminist Coach Kara Loewentheil, J.D., founder of The School of New Feminist Thought and author of Take Back Your Brain (Penguin 2024), each episode teaches you how to turn down the noise of societal expectations, tu... more

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Internal medicine physician, assistant professor of medicine, and master certified life coach.
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Episode: 386. Defying Ageist Stereotypes: A Conversation with Susan Hyatt
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Host

Kara Loewentheil
Host of UnF*ck Your Brain and Master Certified Coach, she specializes in feminist self-help principles and practical coaching techniques.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 10.2k ratings
  • One of my favourites

    I’ve been listening to Kara for years and love her insights. Her examples and stories are so real. Check out this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SDCKelly
    Canadaa month ago
  • Awesome, progress not perfection

    Listening back to an interview with Mel Robins reminded me how thoughtful and informative these episodes are. Kara is excellent at clear communication and providing insight into many topics. Progress not perfection!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DBF G
    Australiaa month ago
  • unbroken

    fr, i feel like crying as hell when i think about how much kara’s work means to me.

    i remember the first time i heard her.

    i was in such a rough place.

    all these emotions stacking up, my brain she was being her i guess.

    she was like, okay but babe you know that thought, that you are broken because of your parent, is f33cking optional?

    lets unlearn patriarchy, change starts within the individuals mind, radical self compassion & love, damnn!!!

    i love you girl.

    (i wish you could have a spot f... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hhjkldsd
    Germany2 months ago
  • Amazing.

    Kara turns so many accepted paradigms upside down to look at how they actually work. The way we set goals, create confidence, relate to others and ourselves - she takes concepts apart to reveal ways to examine our thinking and she’s taught me how to make mindset shifts that serve me WAAY better. This work is SO important - thank you, Kara!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #TeamSpike
    United States2 months ago
  • Remarkable podcast, I've been listening for a few years now and I always come back to relisten to episodes that were most impactful to me. Practicing thought work has absolutely impacted my life, I'm now getting what I want and need thanks to guidance within the society. Yes, it's a business, so of course she's going to tell you about joining and taking courses. You're welcome to focus on and criticize that aspect, but if you do you're missing the magic (and the point) of the whole podcast.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    djnope
    3 months ago

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Some critiques mention a desire for less emphasis on feminist theory in certain episodes, preferring more practical advice.
Overall, the podcast is well-received for its actionable insights and relatable hosting style.
The coaching approach is highlighted for its unique perspective, empowering women to take charge of their narratives.
Listeners rave about the transformative impact of the content, emphasizing its practical advice.
Many appreciate the blend of humor and serious topics, making serious subjects more relatable.

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441. Coaching Hotline: Thoughts That Made Me My First Million & Relationship Betrayal
Q: How do I start repairing my thoughts on myself in the relationship?
Kara explains that the feelings of betrayal stem from the listener's own thoughts and that self-reflection is necessary to address their feelings and motivations behind their agreement.
439. Coaching Hotline: Making Thoughts Conscious & How to Stop Being Overwhelmed
Q: How can I make progress when my self-talk is so negative in many areas?
Progress can be made by focusing on one area at a time, working on changing the negative thought patterns that feel overwhelming, rather than believing that the situation is inherently overwhelming.
437. Coaching Hotline: Fear of Flying and Was Elizabeth Holmes Using Thought Work?
Q: How is the vignette about Elizabeth Holmes different from the kind of thought work you recommend?
Kara explains that Elizabeth's actions were driven by ego and deception, contrasting them with genuine thought work aimed at self-acceptance and truthfulness.
437. Coaching Hotline: Fear of Flying and Was Elizabeth Holmes Using Thought Work?
Q: How do you address a phobia?
Kara suggests accepting that anxiety is a natural response rather than labeling it as a phobia, and focusing on managing the thoughts associated with the anxiety.
435. Coaching Hotline: Regretting Years in Therapy & Dealing with Romantic Rejection
Q: How can I think more positively about romantic rejection?
Focus on self-acceptance rather than external validation, understanding that not everyone will like you, which is unrelated to your worth.

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