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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
Feminist Anxiety Fix
Women
Coaching
Women's Anxiety
Relationship Dynamics
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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Do you make decisions based on what you actually want, or based on what would make you feel the least guilty? In this Greatest Hits episode, I break down how guilt and shame quietly become the emotional compass guiding our everyday choices, from smal... more

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Do social events drain you? In this Coaching Hotline episode, I dive into a listener's question about feeling exhausted at social events and why small talk often feels boring. I explore how your thoughts are creating that experience and why the key t... more

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Do you find yourself avoiding negative emotions at all costs, distracting yourself with food, Netflix, or your phone? What if you could build the capacity to feel any emotion, no matter how uncomfortable, and still keep moving forward? In this episod... more

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Do you feel like you’re stuck in a toxic relationship, but aren’t sure if it’s really the relationship or just your thoughts? In this Coaching Hotline episode, I dive into a listener’s question about how to tell if your relationship is toxic and how ... more

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Recent Guests

Rachel Hart
A coach who helps people develop healthier relationships with alcohol and cope with emotions.
Episode: 466. Numbing Out to Avoid Our Feelings: A Conversation with Rachel Hart (Greatest Hits)
Tori Dunlap
Money expert and founder of Her First 100K
Her First 100K
Episode: 460. How to Get Your Financial Footing in Crazy Times: A Conversation with Tori Dunlap
Bea Albina
Author and Nurse Practitioner
Episode: 428. How to Stop Emotional Outsourcing with Bea Albina
Dr. Adrienne Mann
Internal medicine physician, assistant professor of medicine, and master certified life coach.
University of Colorado
Episode: 426. Scientific Proof This Coaching Works Published in JAMA: A Conversation with Dr. Tyra Fainstad and Dr. Adrienne Mann (Greatest Hits)
Dr. Tyra Fainstad
Internal medicine doctor and primary care doctor, co-founder of the coaching program.
University of Colorado
Episode: 426. Scientific Proof This Coaching Works Published in JAMA: A Conversation with Dr. Tyra Fainstad and Dr. Adrienne Mann (Greatest Hits)
Prentis Hemphill
Author of 'What It Takes to Heal' and educator in the field of embodiment.
The Embodiment Institute
Episode: 408. Creating A New Future: A Conversation with Prentis Hemphill
Emily Decker
Somatic-based personal trainer with a background in social work
Emily Decker Fitness
Episode: 393. How to Calm Down Right Now: A Conversation with Emily Decker
Susan Hyatt
Master certified life coach, author, speaker, and community builder.
Episode: 386. Defying Ageist Stereotypes: A Conversation with Susan Hyatt
Oliver Burkeman
Author trained as a journalist, known for his books '4,000 Weeks' and 'Meditations for Mortals'
OliverBurkeman.com
Episode: 384. The Logical Case for Positive Thinking with Oliver Burkeman

Host

Kara Loewentheil
Master Certified Coach with expertise in Feminist Coaching and personal development, known for her insightful discussions and practical advice on navigating societal expectations and self-identity.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 10.2k ratings
  • So great!

    I discovered Kara’s podcast about a month ago and have been binge listening ever since. I often feel sad when an episode ends and cue up another one. My favorite episode so far has been “Borrow My Thoughts,” in which she shares how she changed her dating life by thinking, “Women my size have found love “ or her career by thinking, “Dumber people than me have succeeded in this area.” Since then, I find myself spontaneously coming up with useful reframes like, “I can handle doing tasks with subrou... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alicepalace2
    United Statesa month ago
  • HOLY Butter Biscuits!!

    Did that catch your attention?! Good.. I wish I would’ve started this podcast when it first launched. Instant Obligation Syndrome. Can I just say. WOAH. Could’ve slapped myself in the face with that one. As an “it ends with us” kid, I had to unpack a lot with that one.

    Then again with the “Am I too much.” That really got me into some thought work as well. I’m not one for miracle statement kind of person. However, if you put the ACTUAL work in and dedicate. The results. Are. There. Period.

    I g... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VictoriaElizabeth0492
    United Statesa month ago
  • Life changing

    Could not recommend this pod more highly - Kara keeps sharing new material & solidifying grounded tools to help women not just survive but thrive!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sweatsesh
    United States2 months ago
  • I hope everyone finds this podcast

    I have been listening to Kara for years! I have changed my mind and thoughts so much. I started with thinking neutral thoughts about my body and quieting that allowed me to move onto and manage other thoughts. I was able to try something I’ve wanted to do for years because I managed my mind on the matter. Just because I might fail doesn’t mean I shouldn’t do it. I am a person who tries things. I just hope everyone can find freedom from negative thoughts that hold us back.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Buh bye b*&ch
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you

    Kara has a way of communicating what my thoughts are that I can’t put into words myself. Why was I doing that? Why do I take any responsibility for failed relationships? All of that and so much more. Thank you for explaining my brain

    ETA: I absolutely love listening to Kara Loewentheil. I have spent so many years telling myself my picker is broke. This is echoed by so many in my life. I have spent 18 years discounting why my relationship works is because he picked me. Truth is I spent time afte... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jpreece678
    United States2 months ago

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466. Numbing Out to Avoid Our Feelings: A Conversation with Rachel Hart (Greatest Hits)
Q: What are the eight archetypes surrounding drinking?
The archetypes help individuals understand their unique relationships with alcohol and the different motivations that drive their drinking behavior, emphasizing there are various patterns rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
466. Numbing Out to Avoid Our Feelings: A Conversation with Rachel Hart (Greatest Hits)
Q: Why is it so common that people make a drinking resolution and then fail so quickly?
People are often driven by a binge and restrict mentality around alcohol, leading to shame when they feel they cannot control their drinking, which prevents a genuine understanding of their behavior.
463. Coaching Hotline: Believing Your Body is Attractive & Learning to Identify Your Emotions
Q: How is it that I have lived for years thinking I'm an overall happy person, and when I joined and began to try and describe the physical symptoms of a feeling, the only descriptions I can come up with are racing heart, stomach churning, and a heart and throat?
The guest seems to have anxiety as the dominant feeling but may be overlooking other positive emotions they experience. They are encouraged to identify their feelings more concretely.
465. Coaching Hotline: Hating Your Career Choice & Feeling Empty Inside
Q: What do you suggest for someone that feels numb and disconnected to the point that negative and positive feelings towards yourself don't even feel like self-love or judgment?
Kara recommends that feeling numb and disconnected can be a symptom of clinical depression and emphasizes the importance of getting screened. She also suggests that changing thoughts about these feelings is essential, urging the listener to explore the meanings attributed to their numbness rather than ascribing hopelessness.
461. Coaching Hotline: Clothing Confidence & Needing Reassurance in Dating
Q: I need validation from her to know it's okay and she's happy?
It has to be okay if she's not okay and she's not happy; you cannot control her feelings.

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This series centers on feminist self-help, tackling the obstacles stemming from historical sexist socialization that lead to self-doubt, burnout, and anxiety. Through engaging discussions, the host offers practical insights and tools aimed at helping listeners reshape their thinking to align with their true desires, free from societal pressures. Topics often include self-compassion, confidence building, and the quest for personal growth, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to challenge conventional beliefs and enhance their mental well-being. The unique blend of humor and practicality in the guidance provided is particularly noteworthy, as it invites listeners to confront their inner critics and embrace empowerment with actiona... more

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