401. Listener QA: Body Image, Parental Criticism, & Initiating Sex
In this week’s Listener Q&A, I’m answering two questions that reveal how we give away our emotional power to others' opinions and societal expectations. One listener struggles with body image after years of parental criticism—believing their worth is tied to their size. Another feels frustrated by always initiating sex in their marriage—turning intimacy into resentment.Both questions highlight a key issue: we let other people’s actions dictate how we feel about ourselves. Whether it’s believing your worth is tied to your body size—or thinking your partner needs to initiate intimacy for it to “count”—you’re giving away your power. Tune in to learn how to take it back.Submit your own question here and it might get answered on a future episode: unfuckyourbrain.com/coachinghotlineGet full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://schoolofnewfeministthought.com/401
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400. Most Surprising Parts of My Dream Life (& How to Create Yours Too)
Socialization tells us that happiness comes from hitting the right milestones— the prestigious career, the perfect body, the ideal partner. We’re taught that once we check off all the boxes and achieve enough, fulfillment will follow. But is that really true?After 400 episodes of Unfuck Your Brain, I’ve completely transformed my life—but not by following the blueprint society handed me. The real shift happened when I stopped chasing the generic dream everyone else told me I should want and started figuring out what I actually wanted for myself. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the three things I’ve learned that actually helped me build my dream life, plus the concrete steps that can help you start creating yours.Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: schoolofnewfeministthought.com/400Mentioned in this episode:It's Time to Stop Caring What Other People Think- And I'll Show You How.Ever feel like your brain refuses to SHUT UP about what everyone else might be thinking about you?
Join me in an encore of the free training: How to Stop Caring What Other People Think
When: Tuesday, July 1 from 12:00–1:30 p.m. ET
Cost: FREE. (Yes, for real. It’s free.)
(A limited-time replay will be available if you can’t attend live.)
Click here to sign up: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/stop-caringHow to Stop Caring
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399. What Everyone Gets Wrong About Confidence
Confidence is often talked about in the online empowerment space, but most people misunderstand it. We think of confidence as a feeling—a temporary emotion we either have or don’t have. But here’s the truth: confidence is much more than a feeling. In fact, the feeling of confidence is the last part—and the least important part. In this episode, I’m breaking down why treating confidence as just a feeling keeps us stuck, and what you really need to focus on to create lasting, transformative confidence in your life. Listen in as I explain how to create the foundation of confidence you’ve been missing. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: schoolofnewfeministthought.com/399Mentioned in this episode:It's Time to Stop Caring What Other People Think- And I'll Show You How.Ever feel like your brain refuses to SHUT UP about what everyone else might be thinking about you?
Join me in an encore of the free training: How to Stop Caring What Other People Think
When: Tuesday, July 1 from 12:00–1:30 p.m. ET
Cost: FREE. (Yes, for real. It’s free.)
(A limited-time replay will be available if you can’t attend live.)
Click here to sign up: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/stop-caringHow to Stop Caring
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398. How to Solve Insecurity
Does it constantly feel like you’re measuring yourself against some impossible standard? Whether it's your career, your relationships, or your body, that feeling of inadequacy can keep you stuck, unable to move forward.In today’s episode, I’m breaking down why insecurity isn’t the real issue—it’s the lack of emotional security within yourself. When we’re constantly comparing ourselves to external expectations, we feel unsafe, unworthy, and disconnected from who we really are. Tune in to learn how to shift your mindset, build emotional safety, and start living in alignment with your own values.Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: schoolofnewfeministthought.com/398Mentioned in this episode:It's Time to Stop Caring What Other People Think- And I'll Show You How.Ever feel like your brain refuses to SHUT UP about what everyone else might be thinking about you?
Join me in an encore of the free training: How to Stop Caring What Other People Think
When: Tuesday, July 1 from 12:00–1:30 p.m. ET
Cost: FREE. (Yes, for real. It’s free.)
(A limited-time replay will be available if you can’t attend live.)
Click here to sign up: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/stop-caringHow to Stop Caring
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Take Back Your Brain!
IT'S HERE! My new book "Take Back Your Brain: How a Sexist Society Gets in Your Head... and How to Get it Out" is officially available as an audiobook and hardcover wherever books and audiobooks are sold!
About UnF*ck Your Brain: Feminist Self-Help for Everyone
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 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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