

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 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.
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.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Nov 19, 2020 • 28min
160. Your Self Story & DEI Update
Do you define yourself by what you have or haven’t achieved in the past? If you’re in debt, do you think of yourself as someone who’s bad with money? If you’re perpetually single, do you think you aren’t capable of love? Most of us judge ourselves because we want to change - but doing so actually PREVENTS us from changing. If you want to change your life, you have to start by changing your beliefs about yourself.Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/160Mentioned in this episode:Have you been secretly dreaming of becoming a coach?I've got something for you. 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.
To download it, go to: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/threeCoach Training Lead Magnet- 3 Things

Nov 12, 2020 • 22min
159. You Are Not the Reference Point
How often do you look at someone else’s behavior and think, “If I were them, I’d do that differently”? This may seem like an innocent habit, but it can wreak havoc on your relationships and stagnate your growth. In today’s episode, learn how to let go of your judgments and generate curiosity, compassion, and love for those around you.Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/159Mentioned in this episode:Have you been secretly dreaming of becoming a coach?I've got something for you. 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.
To download it, go to: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/threeCoach Training Lead Magnet- 3 Things

Nov 5, 2020 • 20min
158. Giving Yourself Permission
Do you ever notice a low hum of discomfort and anxiety when you do things that someone, somewhere along the line, told you that you shouldn’t do? Like, say, eat carbs or take a nap. In this episode, I’ll teach you a simple brain hack that will instantly dissolve your guilt and discomfort. Get ready to take control of your life and experience WHATEVER you choose with more ease, relaxation, and pleasure.Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/158Mentioned in this episode:Have you been secretly dreaming of becoming a coach?I've got something for you. 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.
To download it, go to: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/threeCoach Training Lead Magnet- 3 Things

Oct 29, 2020 • 25min
157. Election Emotions (2020 Politics & Beyond)
Are you feeling anxious and worried about the upcoming US presidential election? Our brains are wired to fixate on anything in the future that they perceive as a potential “threat,” but you don’t have to let your fear consume you. In this episode, I’ll teach you how to wrangle your brain when you are spinning out about the election (or any other future-focused event you’re stressed about).Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/157Mentioned in this episode:Have you been secretly dreaming of becoming a coach?I've got something for you. 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.
To download it, go to: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/threeCoach Training Lead Magnet- 3 Things

Oct 22, 2020 • 29min
156. Victim Blaming & Self-Shaming
A lot of people think that “your thoughts create your feelings” means they should blame themselves if they’re struggling, even if they’re dealing with the effects of trauma. Listen to this episode to learn how to ACCEPT what you’re feeling rather than judge it, and why applying this radical acceptance to your life will set you free.Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/156Mentioned in this episode:Have you been secretly dreaming of becoming a coach?I've got something for you. 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.
To download it, go to: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/threeCoach Training Lead Magnet- 3 Things

Oct 15, 2020 • 21min
155. Resourcefulness vs. Resourcelessness
Do you know how to solve your own problems? Resourcefulness is one of the most important qualities you need to live an incredible life, but many of us have brains that just throw up their metaphorical hands and want to die whenever the smallest hurdle arises. Learn why resourcefulness is so important, and how you can develop this critical skill, in today’s episode.Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/155Mentioned in this episode:Have you been secretly dreaming of becoming a coach?I've got something for you. 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.
To download it, go to: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/threeCoach Training Lead Magnet- 3 Things

Oct 8, 2020 • 22min
154. Ghost Patterns - Anxiety, Fixation & Survival
Is your brain haunting you? Most of us experience ghosts of old anxious thought patterns even after we’ve used coaching to feel more confident and secure. In today’s episode, I’ll teach you why these sparks of anxiety are so persistent, and what you can do the next time you experience a “haunting.”Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/154Mentioned in this episode:Have you been secretly dreaming of becoming a coach?I've got something for you. 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.
To download it, go to: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/threeCoach Training Lead Magnet- 3 Things

Oct 1, 2020 • 23min
153. Copenhagen & Croissants
You would never go to a toy store for a gala dress, so why do you stay with someone who’s afraid of commitment, when you’re looking for a life partner? Why do you seek validation from a parent, when they’ve never once approved of your choices? In this episode, I’ll teach you how to stop seeking validation, love, and approval from people who will never give it to you - and how to give it to yourself, instead.Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/153Mentioned in this episode:Have you been secretly dreaming of becoming a coach?I've got something for you. 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.
To download it, go to: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/threeCoach Training Lead Magnet- 3 Things

Sep 24, 2020 • 25min
152. Hope & Commitment
Are you feeling hopeless, afraid, despondent, or angry at the recent passing of Ruth Bader Ginsburg? In today’s podcast, I will teach you how to take hopeful action even when you aren’t FEELING hopeful, by using the coaching model to generate feelings of commitment. Hope feels good when it happens to arrive, but commitment will create a revolution.Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/152Mentioned in this episode:Have you been secretly dreaming of becoming a coach?I've got something for you. 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.
To download it, go to: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/threeCoach Training Lead Magnet- 3 Things

Sep 17, 2020 • 21min
151. Maximalism
Do you wish your life looked more like those minimalist Instagram homes full of light and clean lines and constraint? In today’s podcast episode, you will learn about the patriarchal underpinnings of minimalism and why I embrace MAXIMALISM instead. Tune in to get a taste of what life could look like if you stopped restricting yourself and gave yourself permission to be as colorful, loud, and abundant as you wanted.Get full show notes and more information here: https://unfuckyourbrain.com/151Mentioned in this episode:Have you been secretly dreaming of becoming a coach?I've got something for you. 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.
To download it, go to: https://the-school-of-new-feminist-thought.captivate.fm/threeCoach Training Lead Magnet- 3 Things