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

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Oct 3, 2024 • 14min

362. Greatest Hits: Confidence, Happiness & Self-Safety

What does a genuinely fulfilling life look like? Dive into the essential differences between fleeting happiness and lasting joy. Unpack how confidence and self-safety are crucial for reaching your wildest dreams. Embrace personal growth by redefining what happiness means to you. Learn to navigate risks while fostering self-compassion. Discover how self-talk can influence your journey and why community support is key to resilience and learning from setbacks.
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Sep 26, 2024 • 23min

361. How to Be Decisive

Feeling uncertain about what you want? Discover how societal pressures affect women's decisiveness and learn to trust your own judgment. The discussion includes a personal story about buying a home, highlighting the anxiety around significant choices. Emphasize the growth that comes from making decisions and embracing mistakes as learning experiences. Tune in for empowering tips on cultivating a decisive mindset and breaking free from conditioning!
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Sep 19, 2024 • 12min

360. Self-Responsibility: The Cure

This discussion dives into the exhausting impact of over-responsibility, particularly for women. It emphasizes self-responsibility as a path to authenticity and healthier relationships. You'll hear personal anecdotes that underscore the importance of recognizing your own needs. The conversation also provides tools for reassessing your responsibilities, ultimately promoting self-care and balance. Say goodbye to the burden of taking on everyone else's feelings and discover how to prioritize your own well-being.
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Sep 12, 2024 • 14min

359. Over-Responsibility: The Spin

Society often burdens women with the weight of responsibility for everything, from personal appearance to the emotions of others. This leads to exhaustion and anxiety, as they feel compelled to manage outcomes beyond their control. Explore how this phenomenon hinders happiness and creates a disorienting spin in life. Discover a five-day program aimed at fostering self-compassion and joy, while emphasizing community support and awareness to help reclaim personal well-being.
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Sep 5, 2024 • 18min

358. Why & How to Be Extraordinary (Yes I’m Talking to You)

Explore the journey of embracing your extraordinary self and breaking free from societal limitations. Discover how women can redefine what being extraordinary means on a personal level. Unpack the importance of acknowledging self-worth and celebrating achievements. Hear insights on using audiobooks and reflective practices for enhanced learning. The conversation encourages stepping into authenticity and fostering self-empowerment. It's time to stop playing small and own your unique potential!
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Aug 29, 2024 • 21min

357. Using My Brain to Hit the Bestseller Lists

Explore the journey to bestselling success and learn how mindset plays a crucial role in overcoming challenges. The host shares personal experiences of self-doubt and the misconceptions of the publishing industry. Discover strategies to adopt a successful identity and build habits that align with your ambitious goals. Tune in for insights on connecting with your future self and join a supportive community to realize your dreams.
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Aug 22, 2024 • 34min

356. My Feminist Wedding & Future Self

Tired of cookie-cutter weddings? Get inspired to craft a feminist wedding that reflects your values! Discover how to select vendors that align with your beliefs and honor loved ones while breaking free from traditional gender roles. Embrace a journey of redefining love and identity that prioritizes authenticity over societal expectations. Celebrate joy and community in your unique ceremony, creating meaningful connections that truly embody your vision of love!
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Aug 15, 2024 • 14min

355. The Role of Urges in Parenting & Being Parented

Parenting dynamics shift as children grow into their independence. The urge to control and guide doesn't fade easily, affecting relationships with both children and parents. Exploring these emotional responses reveals how personal values can inform parenting decisions. The complexities of unsolicited advice between parents and adult children highlight the need for conscious communication. Strategies are discussed to manage these urges, fostering healthier interactions and incorporating feminist perspectives into parenting.
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Aug 8, 2024 • 51min

354. Greatest Hits with Mary's Cup of Tea: The Virgin/Mother/Whore Paradigm & How to Stop Giving a Shit

Mary Jelkovsky, a top-rated self-love podcaster and author, delves into the restrictive roles imposed on women by the virgin/mother/whore paradigm. She shares personal insights on self-acceptance, the pressures of societal beauty standards, and the impact of cosmetic procedures. The conversation navigates the importance of thought work in redefining self-worth, emphasizing self-compassion, especially in today's social media landscape. They challenge conventional milestones for women, promoting the freedom to live authentically without societal judgment.
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Aug 1, 2024 • 22min

353. Is Anxiety Ever Useful?

Is anxiety really an enemy? This discussion reveals how anxiety can actually serve as a powerful motivator. It dives into the distinction between fear and anxiety, encouraging a shift towards resilience and self-belief. The conversation also tackles the roots of anxiety tied to a desire for control, advocating for self-compassion and personal agency. Learn to harness anxiety's energy and navigate life's uncertainties with a fresh perspective!

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