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

Kara Loewentheil

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, turn up the volume on what YOU really want in life, and change your thinking to make sure you go get

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424. Turning Compare & Despair Into Motivation &...

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

2025/09/18

Ever felt that gut punch when you see someone else living the life you want? Maybe they’ve landed your dream job, bought your ideal house, or achieved the business success you’re chasing. It feels awful—like proof that you’ll never get there.In this episode, I’m showing you how to turn those painful feelings of envy and comparison into fuel for your own growth. You’ll learn the two key questions to ask yourself when envy strikes, how to challenge the scarcity mindset that keeps you stuck, and most

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423. Coaching Hotline: Are Moods Contagious & When...

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2025/09/16

In this week's Coaching Hotline episode, I’m answering two listener questions that get right to the heart of emotional responsibility. First, I tackle the studies on mood contagion you’ve probably seen—and show why they don’t actually contradict thought work. The second question digs into a classic relationship trap: knowing when to share your feelings with a partner and when you’re actually trying to manipulate them into making you feel better. By the end, you’ll have concrete ways to approach

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Curious About Becoming a Coach? Join Me for a Live...

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2025/09/15

Thinking about getting certified as a coach — but still have questions?Join me for a live behind-the-scenes Q&A happening on September 19th at 12 p.m. ET.Click here to grab your spot: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/qacall

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422. Achieving Big By Planning Small

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2025/09/11

What if the reason you haven’t reached your biggest goals isn’t lack of talent or effort—but the illusion that you need a perfect plan before you even start?In this episode, you’ll learn why chasing certainty keeps you stuck, how overplanning can become a sophisticated form of procrastination, and why the “next right step” is more powerful than a five-year roadmap. You’ll discover how to set goals that excite—or even scare—you, and start making progress on the things that actually matter.Get full

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421. Coaching Hotline: Are Some Circumstances Harder...

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2025/09/09

Ever catch yourself overthinking how you show up around men—or in any situation where you feel judged? In this Coaching Hotline episode, I answer a listener’s question about maintaining platonic friendships while married and unpack why women are socialized to take responsibility for other people’s thoughts—a burden that’s impossible to carry and doesn’t belong to you.Then we dive into whether some circumstances actually require more thought work than others, using the workplace as an example. You’ll

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420. Is Coaching the Career for You?

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2025/09/04

The coaching industry is booming—yet it’s one of the most misunderstood professions out there. From concerns about pyramid schemes to questions of legitimacy, there’s a lot of confusion surrounding this coaching, especially in a field that’s predominantly female and largely online.So this week, I’m breaking down the most common myths and concerns about becoming a coach. I cover everything from startup costs and market saturation to whether coaching actually aligns with your strengths and desired

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Could Coaching Be Your Calling?

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

2025/09/03

Are you curious about becoming a coach but not sure where to start?Join me at Coach-Curious Prep School where you’ll learn:Whether coaching is the right career for you.What you need to do to prepare for a successful coaching career.The next steps to take to begin — or expand — your life as a coach.It's all happening September 15-17, 2025. Click here to grab your spot: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/coachcurious

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419. Coaching Hotline: Am I Using Meditation to...

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

2025/09/02

In this week’s Coaching Hotline, I answer two listener questions that reveal a common trap: we think circumstances create our feelings, when really our thoughts are doing all the work. One caller worries that ambition has become a perfectionist trap, the other wonders if meditation is just a way to avoid difficult emotions.I break down how to tell if meditation is actually processing emotions or just soothing your nervous system, and what it really means to live an extraordinary life. You’ll learn

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418. Undoing Your "Goodness" Programming: A...

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2025/08/28

Ever feel like you’re constantly trying to be the perfect friend, partner, coworker, or mom? That pressure to live up to everyone else’s expectations is a trap—and it’s keeping you stuck in self-sacrifice and people-pleasing. In this episode, I’m chatting with Elise Loehnen, author of On Our Best Behavior, about how we can stop chasing the impossible standard of “goodness” and start embracing our whole, authentic selves. We break down how society programs women to seek external approval—and why

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417. Coaching Hotline: Codependency & Anger

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2025/08/26

In this Coaching Hotline episode, I answer two relationship questions—one about wanting more time with your partner, the other about lingering anger when your needs feel unmet. Both reveal the same underlying problem: telling yourself you should feel differently. You’ll learn how to explore your anger and anxiety without adding guilt or shame. Plus, I show you how thought work can be used to get out of cycles of self-blame and to make choices about relationships from a place of insight rather than

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416. Expertise Perfectionism is Sabotaging Your Success

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2025/08/21

Do you ever feel like you shouldn’t be giving advice, leading a project, or stepping into your own expertise because you’re not perfect—or not perfect enough? That’s expertise perfectionism—the constant self-doubt that tells you your knowledge isn’t enough and that every mistake means you’re failing.In this episode, I break down how to spot and release expertise perfectionism, why perfection isn’t the baseline for impact, and how to measure your effectiveness by the help you provide rather than the

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415. Coaching Hotline: Confusion About Purpose &...

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2025/08/19

In this Coaching Hotline episode, I tackle two powerful questions about self-acceptance and purpose. The first caller is a mom grappling with balancing acceptance of her son's autism and advocating for his needs. The second is struggling with perfectionism, confusion about her work, and quitting projects before they gain traction.Tune in to hear how to stop tying your identity to external outcomes and why emotional resistance isn’t helping you. I break down how to navigate self-doubt and

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02:16

My Top 3 Wins, Lessons & Regrets About Becoming A Coach

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

2025/08/16

If you love thought work and you've been toying with the idea of getting certified as a coach, I've got something for you. It's the hottest read of the summer, it's absolutely free, and it's called The 3 Things I Wish I'd Known Before Becoming a Life Coach. This is the exact resource I wish I'd had a decade ago when I got my start, and I'm sharing it because I want you to know more than I did when I was contemplating that transition.To download it for yourself, go to:

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414. How to Find Your Purpose

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2025/08/14

Ever feel like you're just waiting for your purpose to magically appear, fully formed and ready to give your life meaning? The truth is, purpose isn’t something you find—it’s something you create. In this episode, you'll hear how purpose develops over time through small steps driven by what excites you, rather than a grand revelation.Discover how purpose isn’t a fixed destination—it’s about trusting those flickers of curiosity and interest and making intentional decisions along the way. Tune in to

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413. Coaching Hotline: Goal Thoughts & Anxious...

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

2025/08/12

Ever notice how your brain immediately pushes back when you try to change those old, deeply ingrained thoughts? It feels like proof you’re doing it wrong—but actually, that resistance is exactly what should happen when you challenge those patterns. In this Coaching Hotline episode, I dive into two powerful questions—one about creating new goal thoughts when nothing feels believable, and another about managing the anxiety that comes with anxious attachment (specifically when your partner doesn’t text

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412. Belief, Confidence, and Shattering Glass...

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2025/08/07

What if the key to your success isn’t in playing it safe, but embracing the discomfort of going after what you really want? In this Greatest Hits episode, I’m revisiting a powerful conversation with my dear friend and fellow master coach, Brenda Lomeli. Together, we discuss the courage, belief, and determination it takes to go after big goals—no matter the odds or the fear of failure. Brenda’s journey is a true testament to how breaking through limiting beliefs can create real, lasting

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411. Coaching Hotline: Fear of Being Replaceable &...

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2025/08/05

In this week’s Coaching Hotline episode, I’m answering two listener questions about fear, self-acceptance, and making empowered decisions. The first question explores the fear of being replaceable in a relationship, and we dive into why that fear is rooted in deeper beliefs about your uniqueness. Next, I coach a listener who’s terrified to undergo a second rhinoplasty after being unhappy with her first procedure. I talk about why changing external circumstances, like your appearance, won’t solve the

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Doors Closing for 2025! Finish the Year with Confidence

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

2025/08/04

The doors to The Feminist Self-Help Society are closing soon—and this is your final chance to join before 2026! If you’re ready to stop putting things off and start making real progress before 2026, tune in for all the details on how The Society can help you become the person you said you wanted to be at the start of the year. Take the leap now—your future self will thank you!Click her to sign up before the doors close: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/closing

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410. Fear of Doing Harm is Holding You Back

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2025/07/31

What if your fear of making a mistake is actually keeping you from creating the biggest impact of your life? In this episode, I dive into why the pressure to be perfect—and avoid harm—keeps us stuck. Whether it’s in relationships, business, or parenting, the desire to avoid mistakes leads to paralysis. You’ll learn why showing up fully, making mistakes, and being willing to learn from them lets you make a much bigger impact than not showing up at all. This episode will challenge you to break free

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409. Coaching Hotline: Epigenetics, Jealousy & Suspicion

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

2025/07/29

In this week’s Coaching Hotline episode, I'm tackling a fascinating question about epigenetic trauma and how it intersects with thought work. I’m also answering a question from a listener whose ex-husband’s 20-year affair left her suspicious of her current partner. Both of these questions reveal how we let external circumstances—whether it’s scientific findings or past experiences—control our emotional lives. You’ll learn how to stop letting fear or past trauma dictate your decisions, how to manage

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