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Of Course I"m Not OK: The Podcast

Hosted by Karen Hawkins and Katie Morell, writers & longtime friends, this podcast explores mental health, creativity, & coping with quarantine. The goal: to help people feel less alone, share stores, & create connection.

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01:06:32

30. Body Love Masterclass with Dr. Renee Englen

Of Course I"m Not OK: The Podcast ·

2021/03/01

Anyone feeling some sort of way about their bodies these days (or every day)??? If so, this episode is for you. Today, Karen & Katie chat with the incredible Dr. Renee Englen, Northwestern psychology professor & leading body acceptance researcher about ALL things related to body image. 🎙 The conversation covers everything from if you should ever talk about someone’s body (answer: no) to how people are coping with body image issues in quarantine to actionable strategies on how all of us can feel

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00:37:37

29. Laughter

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2021/02/22

Thank goodness for laughter! In today’s episode, Karen & Katie muse about the benefits of cracking up and discuss their go-to strategies when they need a laugh. The pair also officially launches a movement towards a 3-day workweek (LEAN INTO THAT) & give a shout out to Caroline for coming up with the best phrase of the 21st century: “This is my pandemic.” Words to live by, folks. Thanks for listening! Resources from today’s episode: Dr. Tania Israel's YouTube video of her singing the

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00:33:32

28. Comparison: The Joy Thief

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2021/02/15

Today's episode is inspired by Teddy Roosevelt's famous quote: "Comparison is the thief of joy." (HELLO REALNESS!) Karen & Katie chat about how they both struggle with comparing themselves to others. Karen shares the inspiring story of her experience participating in the AIDS Ride, and realizing that (even though she was passed by some hot shot 80-year-olds) it was "her ride” and not a competition with impressive octogenarians. Katie shares a similar story about an experience at a triathlon, the

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00:06:19

Surprise Bonus: Dr. Tania Israel Sings an Original...

Of Course I"m Not OK: The Podcast ·

2021/02/10

Today we have a special surprise for you! Our amazing guest Dr. Tania Israel (Ep. 7 & 27) wrote a song about intersectionality to the tune of the Schoolhouse Rock song “Interjections!” Take a listen & reach out to Dr. Israel if you know any illustrators! 🎙 - The original "Interjections!" from Schoolhouse Rock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQ0696UhWrc - Dr. Tania Israel's podcast Prajna Sparks: https://www.prajnafire.com/sparks

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00:58:37

27. Unity (Dr. Tania Israel RETURNS!)

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2021/02/08

This week’s episode is a MUST LISTEN. One of Karen & Katie’s favorite guests, Dr. Tania Israel, returns to talk about unity. The discussion covers everything from how to talk with people across the aisle to how many of us could benefit from rethinking our news consumption to real talk about anger around politics. 🎙 This episode is like listening to a therapy session. Very difficult topics, no punches pulled, & tons of actionable takeaways by the brilliant Dr. Israel. 🎙 Thanks for

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00:30:27

26. Embracing Boredom

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2021/02/01

Anyone else bored right about now? In today's episode, Karen & Katie discuss how they are dealing with their post-inauguration boredom, and how feelings of boredom can masquerade as feelings of depression(!!). The pair also talk about inflatable hot tubs, Rent the Runway experiences, and how boredom can seep into long-term relationships (HELLO). Sending you all love for a good week! xoxo

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00:37:46

25. Inauguration Hangover (Season 3 Kickoff!)

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2021/01/25

YAY & OOF! In today's episode, Karen & Katie are embracing the concept that "both things can be true" of many situations by explaining their mixed feelings about the beginning of the Biden Administration. They are THRILLED that 45 is out of office, yet both experienced the same complete exhaustion (and COVID scare) on the day of the inauguration. If you felt this way, please know that you are not alone! The pair talks about everything from eye stabbing to cat purring to shaking as a way to

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00:33:08

24. Escapism (Season 2 Finale!)

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2021/01/18

Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Listeners! This week, Karen & Katie start the pod by talking a bit about their anxiety around Wednesday's inauguration day (if you'd like to skip that and go right into our topic for the week, fast forward to roughly 11 minutes in). After airing their worries, they switch gears entirely and talk about some of the ways they like to indulge in escapism activities. Get ready to hear about steamy sex - on TV and in books, love for Pinterest, family room scavenger

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00:29:51

23. Bringing Back The Mental Health Day

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2021/01/11

In today's episode, Karen & Katie discuss the importance of taking mental health days off from work - especially after last week's batshit news from Washington, D.C. The pair talk about the importance of paying attention to your body/mind & taking mental health days whenever you need them (your email will still be there when you get back!), & they get excited about the concept of creating permission slips to give to bosses. If you'd like us to write YOU a permission slip, reach out on

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00:30:18

22. Lessons We're Bringing Into The New Year

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2021/01/04

Happy New Year, Listeners! In today's episode, Karen & Katie chat about lessons from 2020 that they are intentionally bringing into 2021. Saying yes to saying no (without explanation)! Boundaries on time & space! Not projecting! Being intentional with our energies! TRUSTING OUR BODIES! Katie talks about being hopeful for the New Year, while Karen expresses a little more trepidation, & the pair agree that both feelings can be true at the same time. For today's sponsor, Katie is

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00:26:05

21. 2020 Time Capsule

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2020/12/28

If you had to bottle up a few items/experiences/memories from 2020 to open in future, what would they be? In today's episode, Karen & Katie celebrate the last week of 2020 (YAY!!) by talking about what they would put in their 2020 time capsules. Thank you, Dear Listeners, for joining us on the crazy rollercoaster that was this year. We look forward to doing more episodes in 2021! Wishing you all peace & health! xoxo Karen & Katie

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00:28:31

20. Embrace Your Unique Gifts For The Hell Of It

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2020/12/21

Happy Christmas week, Listeners! In today’s episode, Karen & Katie discuss how important for us all to embrace our unique gifts (double-entendre-week-of-holiday-alert!). Interested in drawing? What about painting or dancing or collecting sticks that are no longer than 3 inches? Or diving deep into the history of truffle pigs and their plight during WWII? Whatever your interest/passion, this episode is designed to inspire you to go after it, and to do it for the hell of it (just say no to traditional

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00:24:00

19. Showing Up For Ourselves & Others Right Now

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2020/12/14

In this time of socially-distanced everything, today Karen & Katie discuss how to show up for family & friends when we can’t just bop over for a physical hug. The pair share strategies that are working for them in their communities, & also stress the importance of how to show up for ourselves (such a vital-yet-almost-always-overlooked topic!). How do you show up for your people & yourself right now? Shoot us an email at notokpod@gmail.com or message us on Twitter/IG (@notokpod). Thanks,

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00:33:01

18. The Power of Rituals (Even in Quarantine)

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2020/12/07

Happy Monday, Listeners! In today’s episode, Karen & Katie discuss rituals – how they are being performed right now (funerals, birthdays, you name it), the brain science behind them, & how creating daily rituals can help us stay mentally sane during this time. Karen shares the story of her pricey visit to the vet, Katie rants about a recent debacle at the DMV, & the pair muse about the power of daily affirmations to help us all feel better. Thanks for listening – Enjoy!

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00:27:43

17. Creating Space For Joy & Gratitude

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2020/11/23

Are you feeling joy right now but afraid to admit it with so many challenges facing the world? If so, you aren't alone! In this week's episode, Karen & Katie make a case for the importance of embracing joy (even in the face of suffering), the connections between optimism and gratitude, the ways in which gratitude changes our brains (WHOA), and are visited by future President Kamala Harris. Whoop! Whoop! Enjoy Friends, and thanks for listening! We will be back Dec. 7, 2020 with a new

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00:35:50

16. Sanity-Saving Tips For Winter (with Writer &...

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2020/11/16

Wondering how you're going to stay sane during this quarantine-heavy winter? Join the club! Thankfully, in today's podcast, Karen & Katie chat with the incredible Kate Silver, a writer and editor in Chicago, about her plans for a mentally-healthy winter. The trio also chat about found joys in the pandemic and the concept of creativity right now. What's more: our sponsors DELIVER this week - make sure to take note of all of the fabulous folks who are supporting us - thank you, Folks! Resources

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00:30:15

15. Self-Care

Of Course I"m Not OK: The Podcast ·

2020/11/09

Phew, what a week! In today's episode, Karen & Katie discuss how they were doing during the anxiety-ridden election week, what self-care practices helped them most, & ruminate on the concept of owning, without apology, whatever makes them feel good. Karen sends gratitude to the original cast of Hamilton, & Katie admits to possibly creating a super spreader event over Halloween. Resources from this episode - Stephen Colbert's monologue on Nov. 5, 2020: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TeSiJmLoJd0 -

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00:45:39

14. Batlight Activism (w/Tamara Lefcowitz & Randie...

Of Course I"m Not OK: The Podcast ·

2020/11/02

Politics & voting & run-ins with the Secret Service, OH MY! In today's pre-election episode, Karen & Katie talk with the incredible Tamara Lefcowitz & Randie Pearson, two members of the United Steelworkers Union, about the 'batlight tour' that has been sweeping the nation. Ever since September, Tamara, Randie, & two other female Union members have been partaking in a road show where they shine massive 'Biden Harris 2020' lights onto buildings. Their effort gained massive

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00:33:23

13. Season 2 Kickoff & Topic Smorgasbord

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2020/10/26

After three weeks away, Karen & Katie are BACK with Season 2 of Of Course I’m Not OK. In today’s episode, they unveil this project as a podcast (vs. an audio project), chat about topics they’ll be covering in this season, & introduce some very exciting sponsors. Enjoy & thanks for listening!

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00:26:40

12. Fighting Perfection & Doing The Thing (Season 1...

Of Course I"m Not OK: The Podcast ·

2020/10/05

It’s our Season 1 Finale! In this week's episode, Karen & Kate reflect on the journey of starting this Audio Project, things they learned, & topics they were too afraid to discuss (sex, for one!). They talk about their process & comment on how wonderful it has been to just hit "play" & bust any perfectionism mindsets by trusting their creative processes. The pair also makes compelling cases for sponsorships from both Calm.com and Subaru. Of Course I'm Not OK will be back with Season 2 on Oct. 19

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