
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.
Latest episodes

Mar 19, 2024 • 32min
334. THE BOOK IS HERE! Pre-Order for Free Bonuses!
My book, Take Back Your Brain: How a Sexist Society Gets in Your Head – and How to Get It Out, is finally available for pre-order and it’s already been reviewed as “a galvanizing and motivating debut” and “genius.” It’s the most cutting-edge, useful, and concrete work I’ve ever produced, and I’m here this week to offer you the deal of the century. Listen in to learn how you can pre-order my book ahead of everyone else and the free bonuses I’ll be giving out weekly. I’m sharing the big-picture overview of the book, why I truly believe this is the best self-help book ever written, and how you can get a chance to win a private one-to-one coaching session with me.Pre-order my book here: TakeBackYourBrainBook.comGet full show notes and more information here: https://schoolofnewfeministthought.com/334

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Mar 14, 2024 • 21min
333. Greatest Hits: Ghost Patterns - Anxiety, Fixation & Survival
Explore the concept of 'ghost thought patterns' and why they continue to haunt us. Understand how our brains misdiagnose threats to survival, leading to fixation and anxiety. Learn a simple tool to redirect old, unhelpful thought patterns for relief and growth.

Mar 7, 2024 • 39min
332. Why Sometimes Success Doesn’t Feel Good: A Conversation with Laura Gassner Otting
What do you do when the success you've worked so hard for finally arrives... but doesn’t feel the way you thought it would? To help us dive into the mental drama around how we believe success SHOULD make us feel (but usually doesn't), I’m joined by marketing genius, Wall Street Journal best-selling author, and keynote speaker, Laura Gassner Otting. Her newest book, Wonderhell, explores why we chase achievement and success in the first place, and where to go from here. She’s on the pod today to share her insights on getting comfortable with discomfort, and the process she went through to redefine what success means to her. Get full show notes and more information here: https://schoolofnewfeministthought.com/332

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Feb 29, 2024 • 16min
331. Should I Coach Myself or Should I Say/Do Something?
Explore the internal conflict women face between empowerment and criticism, societal influences, and brain evolution. Learn about self-coaching, managing emotions, communication dynamics, curiosity, neutrality, and decision-making processes in this insightful podcast episode.

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Feb 22, 2024 • 44min
330. When You and Your Partner Are Moving At Different Speeds: A Conversation with Dr. Alexandra Solomon
Dr. Alexandra Solomon discusses the complexities of relationships with differing paces, emphasizing the importance of communication. The podcast explores societal pressures, empowerment for women, understanding relationship dynamics, and enhancing relationships through communication resources.

Feb 15, 2024 • 25min
329. Greatest Hits: Loving vs. Being Loved and Which Feels Better
The podcast delves into the difference between loving and being loved, highlighting how societal conditioning influences our views on relationships. It explores the importance of focusing on giving love rather than receiving it, and the transformative power of shifting our mindset from seeking validation to appreciating intrinsic qualities in a partner.

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Feb 8, 2024 • 38min
328. Numbing Out To Avoid Our Feelings: A Conversation With Rachel Hart
Life coach Rachel Hart joins the host to discuss numbing out to avoid negative emotions. They explore why people numb, the different ways women use numbing strategies, the concept of socially programmed anxiety, and the stories and symbolism associated with drinking. They also discuss substituting addictive behaviors, exploring drinking archetypes, and invite listeners to join the Feminist Self-Help Society.

Feb 5, 2024 • 6min
Bonus: The Real Reason You're Anxious (Join My Free Training!)
Now that the holiday glow and shininess of a new year has worn off, many of us find ourselves thinking that it’s time to buckle down and get busy — to start checking things off our to-do lists. You may have this idea of how you have to get these things done or that you have to do them a certain way and that might not feel great. But why? Tune in to find out how social programming is making you feel anxious — not just about your to-do list but in all areas of your life — and how you can get that socially-programmed anxiety out of your head in my free training, The Feminist Anxiety Fix. Text your email to +1 347-997-1784, keyword “anxiety,” or visit unfuckyourbrain.com/anxiety to get on the waiting list today.

Feb 1, 2024 • 16min
327. How to Fail and Get Back Up Again
In this podcast, they discuss analyzing failures in achieving goals, handling unexpected challenges, and the importance of self-compassion and flexibility. The speaker shares personal anecdotes about overcoming obstacles and reflecting on past mistakes to achieve success.

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Jan 25, 2024 • 15min
326. F*ck It Brain — Why Resolution or Goal Failure Snowballs
In this podcast, they discuss the snowball effect that occurs when we deviate from our goals, the causes of goal abandonment, and how perfectionism contributes to the 'fuck it mentality'. They also explore the brain's inertia and its impact on goal achievement, as well as the hidden goals and deeper levels of perfectionism. Finally, they provide insights on overcoming challenges and achieving goals through the 'Get Back on the Wagon Challenge'.