UnF*ck Your Brain: Feminist Self-Help for Everyone
802 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4.5K ratingsUnF*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 it.
This podcast is an essential resource for anyone eager to embrace a life free from limiting beliefs and societal constraints.
If you ever find yourself asking questions like…
*Why am I so anxious about stuff that isn’t a big deal?
*How can I stop overthinking everything?
*Am I selfish for wanting my life to look different?
*Will I ever feel comfortable in my body?
*Am I a bad parent?
*How can I ask for more money at work?
*Can I stop people-pleasing?
*How can my partner and I communicate better?
… then you won’t want to miss an episode.
Visit schoolofnewfeministthought.com to learn more about The School of New Feminist Thought and more.
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Episodes
UFYB 12: Negativity Bias
January 18, 2018 11:00 - 13 minutes - 21.1 MBOn this episode of UnF*ck Your Brain, we take a look at why our brain is so good at remembering and focusing on negative outcomes and not so great at conjuring up good ones and how that affects our mind chatter. Discover how you can begin rewiring your brain out of the deeply engrained habit of focusing on the negative to focus more on the thoughts that serve you and move you closer to where you want to go. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2DDq3Xk
11. Stress Isn't Necessary
January 09, 2018 22:59 - 17 minutes - 23.4 MBOn today’s episode, I break down what stress really is and why it is not necessary despite the conditioning of society that says that stress is good for productivity, that it drives us, that it’s fuel for achieving greatness. Discover what your life could be and how you can open up space for intrinsic motivation by changing your thoughts about what role stress plays in your success. Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfckyourbrain.com/11
UFYB 11: Stress Isn't Necessary
January 09, 2018 18:59 - 15 minutes - 23.2 MBOn today’s episode, I break down what stress really is and why it is not necessary despite the conditioning of society that says that stress is good for productivity, that it drives us, that it’s fuel for achieving greatness. Discover what your life could be and how you can open up space for intrinsic motivation by changing your thoughts about what role stress plays in your success. Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfckyourbrain.com/stress-isnt-necessary
UFYB Bonus: What is Coaching?
December 27, 2017 20:32 - 20 minutes - 16.5 MBIf you’re interested in learning more about the UnF*ck Your Brain Program that starts on January 1st, 2018, hurry over to https://unfckyourbrain.com/uyb-join by this weekend and sign up for a consultation with me to see if we’re a good match.
10. Making & Keeping Resolutions
December 27, 2017 15:00 - 23 minutes - 32.6 MBOn this episode, we explore two powerful tools for keeping your commitments and reaching any goal happen 100% of the time. We also take a look at how choice overwhelm and decision fatigue hold us back and dive into the strategy that will help you achieve success in the new year and beyond. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2CaBIvK
UFYB 10: Making & Keeping Resolutions
December 27, 2017 11:00 - 22 minutes - 33 MBOn this episode, we explore two powerful tools for keeping your commitments and reaching any goal happen 100% of the time. We also take a look at how choice overwhelm and decision fatigue hold us back and dive into the strategy that will help you achieve success in the new year and beyond. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2CaBIvK
Bonus: How to UnFuck Your Brain LIVE
December 24, 2017 11:00 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBIn this bonus episode, I’m featuring a recent webinar I did on the 4 mindfucks of patriarchy and how they are holding women back from living an empowered life. As women, we often feel anxious, insecure, guilty, or not good enough, even if our life looks good from the outside. In this episode, we cover how social conditioning is creating these negative feelings and experiences, and how you can go about changing it. If you want to liberate yourself from self-doubt, insecurity, anxiety, a...
9. Thought Work Is a Feminist Act
December 21, 2017 15:00 - 16 minutes - 22.4 MBIn this short but important episode, I explain the immense benefits of investing in your mental and emotional health, why it's a feminist issue, and why you can’t afford not to begin this work in 2018. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2D4q2Lj
UFYB 9: Thought Work is a Feminist Act
December 21, 2017 11:00 - 15 minutes - 23.8 MBIn this short but important episode, I explain the immense benefits of investing in your mental and emotional health, why it's a feminist issue, and why you can’t afford not to begin this work in 2018. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2D4q2Lj
8. How to Stop Settling
December 14, 2017 15:00 - 20 minutes - 28.5 MBToday, I want to talk to you about settling – what it’s all about, why you do it, and the harmful effects of settling. Listen in to discover why you should consider putting an end to your stagnation and scarcity thinking and how you can stop settling and start living a full, extraordinary life. Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/8
UFYB 8: How to Stop Settling
December 14, 2017 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21 MBToday, I want to talk to you about settling – what it’s all about, why you do it, and the harmful effects of settling. Listen in to discover why you should consider putting an end to your stagnation and scarcity thinking and how you can stop settling and start living a full, extraordinary life. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2BkIBg6
7. How to Feel Great Naked
December 07, 2017 15:00 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MBNo matter what your body looks like it IS possible to feel great with no clothes on; and on this episode, I explain exactly how you can get to that place. Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/7
UFYB 7: How to Feel Great Naked
December 07, 2017 11:00 - 22 minutes - 33.4 MBNo matter what your body looks like it IS possible to feel great with no clothes on; and on this episode, I explain exactly how you can get to that place. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2zSJw3z
6. How to Get Sh*t Done
November 30, 2017 15:00 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MBToday, we're talking about how you can get more things done in a given time and avoid unnecessary anxiety in the process. We also take a look at the reasons why you’re not getting as much done as you want or need to. Join us as I explain how you can create a clear system and organize your work and personal life to have more time, save mental energy, and eliminate overwhelm. Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/6
UFYB 6: How to Get Sh*t Done
November 30, 2017 11:00 - 31 minutes - 45.4 MBToday, we're talking about how you can get more things done in a given time and avoid unnecessary anxiety in the process.We also take a look at the reasons why you’re not getting as much done as you want or need to. Join us as I explain how you can create a clear system and organize your work and personal life to have more time, save mental energy, and eliminate overwhelm. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2BtRqBA
5. How to Survive Family Time
November 22, 2017 15:00 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBToday, we’re talking about how to survive family time during the stressful holiday season. Join me on this episode as I share a powerful strategy to help you prepare for family time, skip the drama, and actually enjoy your holidays. Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/5
UFYB 5: How to Survive Family Time
November 22, 2017 11:00 - 25 minutes - 37.6 MBToday, we’re talking about how to survive family time during the stressful holiday season. Join me on this episode as I share a powerful strategy to help you prepare for family time, skip the drama, and actually enjoy your holidays. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2iCTrUa
4. People Pleasing
November 16, 2017 15:00 - 20 minutes - 27.8 MBThis week, we're talking about how our society and upbringing has affected our subconscious (and conscious) thinking to constantly engage in people pleasing. Join us as I explain why we often choose to prioritize others’ wants and needs over our own and the detrimental effects this has on our personal and professional lives. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2AKodlm
UFYB 4: People Pleasing
November 16, 2017 11:00 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBThis week, we're talking about how our society and upbringing has affected our subconscious (and conscious) thinking to constantly engage in people pleasing. Join us as I explain why we often choose to prioritize others’ wants and needs over our own and the detrimental effects this has on our personal and professional lives. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2AKodlm
Bonus: The Four MindF*cks of Patriarchy
November 08, 2017 21:10 - 18 minutes - 15.4 MBTo sign up for the upcoming free webinar, "The Four MindF*cks of Patriarchy," visit https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/webinar
3. Creating Self-Confidence
November 01, 2017 14:00 - 20 minutes - 28.3 MBOn this episode, we take a look at how most of us try to “fix” our lack of confidence and examine why trying to accomplish something external will never solve this issue. Join us as I explain how self-confidence really works and how you can begin creating it in your own life. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2A1Oxu7
UFYB 3: Creating Self-Confidence
November 01, 2017 10:00 - 19 minutes - 28.8 MBOn this episode, we take a look at how most of us try to “fix” our lack of confidence and examine why trying to accomplish something external will never solve this issue. Join us as I explain how self-confidence really works and how you can begin creating it in your own life. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2A1Oxu7
2. Imposter Syndrome
October 25, 2017 14:00 - 25 minutes - 20.7 MBIn this episode, we take a deep dive into the topic of Imposter Syndrome and examine the roots of this damaging thought pattern. Join us for an exploration of how Imposter Syndrome is holding you back in your career and personal life and discover tips and strategies for overcoming this feeling and fear that you’ll be “found out” to be undeserving or unqualified, or revealed as a fraud. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2htgaBh
UFYB 2: Imposter Syndrome
October 25, 2017 10:00 - 24 minutes - 35.9 MBIn this episode, we take a deep dive into the topic of Imposter Syndrome and examine the roots of this damaging thought pattern. Join us for an exploration of how Imposter Syndrome is holding you back in your career and personal life and discover tips and strategies for overcoming this feeling and fear that you’ll be “found out” to be undeserving or unqualified, or revealed as a fraud. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2htgaBh
1. Ever Feel Like a Bad Feminist?
October 18, 2017 14:00 - 16 minutes - 12.9 MBOn this episode, we explore the process that causes the disconnect between our beliefs and actions, and exactly why you feel bad about it. Listen in as I share a step-by-step process to help you stop feeling like a “bad feminist” and actually practice what you believe in without anything holding you back. Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/1
UFYB 1: Ever Feel Like a Bad Feminist?
October 18, 2017 10:00 - 14 minutes - 22.6 MBOn this episode, we explore the process that causes the disconnect between our beliefs and actions, and exactly why you feel bad about it. Listen in as I share a step-by-step process to help you stop feeling like a “bad feminist” and actually practice what you believe in without anything holding you back. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2hKpyAd
What Does It Mean to UnF*ck Your Brain?
October 17, 2017 07:00 - 1 minute - 4.41 MBWelcome to UnF*ck Your Brain! This podcast teaches you concrete, effective, mind-blowing tools that you can use to reduce anxiety, improve your productivity, dial up your self-confidence, and dial down your insecurity and people-pleasing. I’m Kara Loewentheil, a master certified life coach with degrees from Harvard and Yale – and a former high-powered career working for women’s rights. I’ve taken all the best neuroscience, evolutionary psychology, and coaching tools I know and combined them ...
Pre-UFYB 24: My Story and a Huge Announcement
October 11, 2017 14:00 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MBIn this episode, I decided to share my story because I think many of you will identify with it and find it helpful to hear how I used coaching to change my own life. Join me to discover how I was able to apply coaching to my own life to help close the gap between intellectually understanding the feminist principles and actually living them. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/my-story/
Pre-UFYB 23: Your Self Talk Soundtrack & Why It Matters
October 04, 2017 14:00 - 24 minutes - 19.9 MBOn this episode, I want to talk to you about the two main reasons why we neglect advocating for ourselves in our work and personal life. We explore how your self-talk holds you back and how following internalized conditioning, and then criticizing yourself for doing so, creates a limiting force in all areas of your life. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/self-talk-soundtrack/
Pre-UFYB 22: It's Not About You – How to Stop Taking Sh*t Personally
September 27, 2017 14:00 - 20 minutes - 16.5 MBToday, I explain the importance of not taking things personally and I prove to you that what other people choose to do means absolutely NOTHING about you. Tune in to find out what you can start doing today to stop taking someone else’s actions personally and dramatically improve your romantic and professional life. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/not-about-you/
Pre-UFYB 21: Getting Over Guilt
September 20, 2017 14:00 - 23 minutes - 19 MBOn this episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the topic of guilt – what creates it, what to do about it, and what you might want to consider feeling instead. Join me to find out what small change you can make today to counter feelings of guilt, stop being a victim and become a powerful actor in your own life. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/guilt/
Pre-UFYB 20: Healthy Habits & Your Body
September 13, 2017 14:00 - 25 minutes - 20.6 MBToday, we’re talking about healthy habits and why they are so difficult to keep up in a high-stress work environment. From managing your all-or-nothing thinking to building a better relationship with your body, you’ll find out everything you need to know to begin building new habits that alight with your goals. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/healthy-habits/
Pre-UFYB 19: Flow - Bonus Interview with Heather Hubbard
September 11, 2017 14:00 - 34 minutes - 27.6 MBI invited Heather Hubbard to the show to share what she’s learned in her legal career and how she implements that into her coaching practice. In this episode, we explore the concept of staying in the flow of life and why it’s absolutely necessary in our daily lawyer hustle. From the importance of meditation to Heather’s tips for making partner without going crazy, you’ll get a good understanding of what you can begin doing today to lead a balanced life as a lawyer. Get full show note and m...
Pre-UFYB 19: Flow - Bonus Interview with Heather Hubbard
September 11, 2017 10:00 - 33 minutes - 27 MBI invited Heather Hubbard to the show to share what she’s learned in her legal career and how she implements that into her coaching practice. In this episode, we explore the concept of staying in the flow of life and why it’s absolutely necessary in our daily lawyer hustle. From the importance of meditation to Heather’s tips for making partner without going crazy, you’ll get a good understanding of what you can begin doing today to lead a balanced life as a lawyer. Get full show note and...
Pre-UFYB 18: How to Think New Thoughts
September 06, 2017 14:00 - 32 minutes - 26.4 MBToday, I’m talking about the core of everything I teach – the importance of thinking new thoughts. I explain why simply thinking positive doesn’t work for most people and share a powerful tool that I use in my coaching for adopting new thinking. Join me to find out exactly what you need to do in order to make those new thoughts more believable and how you can create routines that will actually help you make lasting changes. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstr...
Pre-UFYB 17: Fear
August 30, 2017 14:00 - 15 minutes - 12.4 MBThis week’s episode is a short but important message to help you work through your fear and take the risks you want to take in life. Tune in to find out why your fear IS NOT a true reflection of any “danger” that might be happening to you at the moment and how you can coach yourself to believe that. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/fear/
Pre-UFYB 16: Dealing with Rejection
August 23, 2017 14:00 - 25 minutes - 20.2 MBOn this episode of The Lawyer Stress Solution, we’re taking a look at why lawyers are so sensitive to rejection and why it hurts so much. I explain what rejection really is and what you can do to lessen its impact. Listen in to find out how you can begin rewiring your brain to stop always looking for rejection and instead create feelings of security, safety, and stability. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/rejection/
Pre-UFYB 15: How to Be More Productive
August 16, 2017 14:00 - 29 minutes - 23.9 MBIn this episode of The Lawyer Stress Solution, we’re talking about the mental aspects of improved productivity such as anxiety, cultivating productive thoughts, and reducing shame around the subject. I also teach you what you can begin practicing in your own daily life to help you be more productive. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/productivity/
Pre-UFYB 13: Enjoy Weekends & Vacation
August 09, 2017 14:00 - 26 minutes - 21.6 MBAugust is finally here, the time of year when a lot of people go on vacation. Inspired by all the travelers in my life, I decided to dedicate this week’s episode to taking how to take time off from work... without constantly worrying and checking your email. Learn why you really resist taking time off from work and what you can do in order to enjoy any time off. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/enjoy-weekends-vacation/
Pre-UFYB 14: Taking Charge of Your Professional Development
August 02, 2017 14:00 - 27 minutes - 21.7 MBThis week, I’m sharing advice on how you can advocate for more professional development, get more opportunities, and take your career to the next level. Join us to find out why so many lawyers have a problem standing up for themselves when it comes to career-advancing opportunities and why you’re really the only person who can advocate for your own professional development. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/professional-development/
Pre-UFYB 12: Substance Use & Abuse
July 26, 2017 14:00 - 29 minutes - 23.9 MBn this episode, I explain what actually contributes to substance use and abuse and how you can solve those problems without using *or* quitting your job. If you’re using substances more often than you would like and you want to better understand why you use and how to cut back, this podcast is for you. Tune in to find out how you can break your habit of using and abusing substances and better manage your urges to use. Discover three things that you can start practicing today to reduce your ...
Pre-UFYB 11: All about Avoidance
July 19, 2017 14:00 - 14 minutes - 11.4 MBOn this episode, we explore what makes you avoid tasks and how to change that habit. Join us on the show as I lay out a step-by-step process that will help you deal with any task you’re avoiding and finally get it done! Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/avoidance/
Pre-UFYB 10: How to Be a Better Lawyer
July 12, 2017 14:00 - 24 minutes - 19.3 MBOn this episode, we look at a couple of different things that you may think would make you a better lawyer and why they don’t actually matter. I also reveal what truly DOES make a difference to your performance, and three primary ways that practicing this skill will make you a better lawyer. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/better-lawyer/
Pre-UFYB 9: Mid-Year Review Meltdown
July 05, 2017 14:00 - 16 minutes - 12.9 MBIt’s the beginning of July, and that means one thing for a lot of you – mid-year reviews. Today, we delve into the outcomes of mid-year reviews and why they bring up so much anxiety about your performance and career. Tune in to discover a step-by-step process for successfully navigating your performance review and find out how you can use this information to take your practice to the next level. No meltdown required. Get full show notes and more information here: http://thelawyerstresssolu...
Pre-UFYB 8: Why Are Lawyers So Anxious?
June 21, 2017 14:00 - 20 minutes - 16.7 MBThere’s a specific set of reasons why lawyers are anxious. On this episode, I go through these reasons and explain why your lawyer brain works the way it does and why knowing this is important if you want to reduce your stress level and get better at your job. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/why-are-lawyers-anxious/
Pre-UFYB 7: Perfectionism
June 14, 2017 14:00 - 25 minutes - 20 MBThis week, we look into the intricacies of perfectionism and examine the reasons why it is so common among lawyers, especially ones who are already self-critical. I explain where perfectionism comes from, how it affects all areas of our life, and why it never works. I also share my coaching strategies for overcoming it and starting to be able to accept yourself where you are. Get full show notes and more information here: http://bit.ly/2stXkBc
Pre-UFYB 6: Dealing with Difficult Clients
June 07, 2017 14:00 - 24 minutes - 19.3 MBThis week on The Lawyer Stress Solution, we’re delving into the ins and outs of working with difficult clients. Join us as I talk about two different ways that difficult clients can cause stress, and share actionable tools and strategies to help you manage both your clients and your own brain better. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/difficult-clients/
Pre-UFYB 5: Treating Conversation Like Cross Examination
May 31, 2017 14:00 - 21 minutes - 17.4 MBOn this episode of The Lawyer Stress Solution, I’m excited to talk about one of my favorite topics – the way that thinking and talking like a lawyer impacts your personal relationships outside of work to a less-than-desirable outcome. I explain how you can keep your lawyer brain at bay and stop defaulting to being on either attack or defense at all times when communicating with others. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/treating-conversation-l...
Pre-UFYB 4: Overcoming Overwhelm
May 17, 2017 14:30 - 15 minutes - 12.8 MBAs lawyers, we’re no strangers to feeling overwhelmed by our workload and doing our best to balance it with our social, family, and personal lives. In this episode, I share my process for managing overwhelm, calming yourself down quickly, and setting yourself up for success. Get full show notes, resources, and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/overcoming-overwhelm/
Pre-UFYB 3: Read the Manual: How to Deal with a Difficult Partner
April 26, 2017 14:01 - 26 minutes - 20.9 MBOn this episode of The Lawyer Stress Solution, we explore the main reasons why dealing with difficult bosses is a common complaint for lawyers. I’m also excited to teach you one of my favorite tools, called “The Manual.” It is an incredibly powerful tool that will help you change how you feel about any supervisory relationship in your life. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thelawyerstresssolution.com/how-to-deal-with-a-difficult-partner/