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Fxck FearFear of Leaving an Abusive RelationshipFear can crush hope for victims and survivors who are trying to leave an abusive relationship. Deciding to leave and following through are sometimes two of scariest decisions that can convince them to remain in the relationship longer than they should. And in turn, abusers often weaponize that fear to maintain control. On this episode, Heather Bellino, CEO of the Texas Advocacy Project joins the conversation to talk about her appearance before the Texas Legislature advocating for new laws that better protects survivors. Heather also talks about her work with TAP and their available programs and FREE c...2025-06-0545 min
Fxck FearFear of Running Out of MoneyOn this of the Fuck Fear podcast, host Catenya McHenry talks about how the divorce process sparked her fear of running out of money."There was a time I literally had no money. My bank account was overdrawn, I had no gas in my car, and I was job interviewing and trying to care for my three small children–all while my husband at the time was continuing to financially abuse the situation," she said.Now that her financial outcome has greatly improved, the fear has compelled her to make intelligent money decisions, diversify and to...2024-12-1220 min
Fxck FearFear of Dying Before Fulfilling My DreamsOn a new episode of the Fuck Fear podcast, host Catenya McHenry reveals one of her greatest fears: fear of dying before fulfilling her dreams. She talks about loss and how losing special people in her life has compelled her to live her life with more intensity and accomplish as much as she can.In Season 5, Catenya steps outside of the studio, recording this season on her weekly nature walk with the family dog Brody to talk about her personal fears and what scares her most. This season also includes short YouTube interviews with celebrities & eve...2024-11-2114 min
Fxck FearFear of Trump in ChargeOn season five, Fxck Fear podcast host Catenya McHenry steps outside of the studio and records each episode on her Sunday nature walks with her family dog Brody. She opens up about what scares her most, from fear of a world where Trump is in charge to fear of dying before she can realize her dreams, fear of running out of money and so much more.This new season also includes short YouTube interviews with strangers on the street where they answer the pressing question, 'what is your greatest fear?'Watch the videos anytime an...2024-10-311h 20
Fxck FearMy Greatest Fears: Season 5 TrailerWhile thinking about where she would direct her curiosity about fear in the next season, on a whim Fxck Fear podcast host Catenya McHenry decided to not only explore her own fears but be vulnerably brave by turning the conversation inward and openly share her multitude of fears.On season five, Catenya steps outside of the studio and records each episode on her Sunday nature walks with her family dog Brody. She opens up about what scares her most, from fear of a world where Trump is in charge to fear of dying before she can realize...2024-10-3102 min
Chaos N' CookiesUnmasking Strength: Divorce, Single Parenthood, and Healing with Catenya McHenryToday on the podcast, we are joined by the amazing Catenya McHenry! This conversation has been a year in the making and is worth the wait! Cat joins the podcast to discuss her journey with divorce and single parenthood, as well as her book and podcast. We peeled back the layers on both of our own personal journeys and how we are coping with life after divorce and a turbulent marriage. **Trigger Warning - This conversation includes conversation with spousal abuse, narcissism, divorce, bullying, and adult language. About the Guest:Catenya McHenry, a si...2024-10-011h 10
Fxck FearThe Politics of Fear"This politics of fear is played out over and over again, I'm so tired–of scaring people into voting, to building more prisons, in putting more police on the street, increasing sentences, even though we know, over and over again, the studies show, this isn't working," says Justin Brooks, criminal defense attorney and author.Justin Brooks, professor of practice, founding Director of the former California Innocence Project and recent author of the book, "You Might Go to Prison Even Though You're Innocent" joins the podcast to talk about the politics of fear and the various ways fear is...2024-09-1258 min
Fxck FearFear + HealingMany people are afraid to navigate the healing process for fear of being re-traumatized but as discussed in this episode, Fear + Healing, Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist and Founder of Body Psychology Ani Williams explains, healing is important to the mind, body and soul."We have to get into the body, dissolve the ego which is fear and have the courage to face that which hurt us," says Williams.She also points out that healing requires work and if healing doesn't occur, unresolved stress and trauma can lead to negative impacts on one's health and wellness.2024-08-081h 20
Fxck FearFear + Post DivorceDivorce does not always mean that it is over, especially if your ex-partner displays narcissistic behavior. Sometimes divorce means there will be carryover behavior and a fresh round of narcissistic abuse. Many times the narcissist will try new ways to inflict fear, even after your divorce is final. The difference now though is your response to the bullying."I was relieved to be out of the relationship but in the early days of my divorce, I was also experiencing fear–fear of the what the narcissists would do to stay relevant and engaged, fear of his continued at...2024-07-251h 20
Fxck FearFear + Co-ParentingMultiple visits to family court, countless chaotic instances during visitation weekends drop offs and pick-ups and so much more, it became clear that healthy co-parenting with the narcissist was not possible. In this episode, host Catenya McHenry speaks about her narcissistic ex-husband whom she describes as an anti-parent rather than a supportive co-parent who often weaponize fear to stay in control.Reading excerpts from her book, Married to a Narcissist, Catenya speaks from personal experience about her difficult and traumatic experience of co-parenting with her ex-husband but advises her listeners about the importance of "staying...2024-06-2054 min
Fxck FearFear, Family Court + CustodyNavigating the family court system and negotiating custody issues, no matter where you reside, can be scary, stressful, a lengthy process and expensive. This fourth episode in the Fear + Divorce series is more like a free legal consultation as guest, Kim Vincent, a highly experienced and credentialed family lawyer in Texas offers tons of helpful information about divorce and understanding what to expect before your day in court. Host Catenya McHenry asks a series of common questions like how do you prepare your case when there's a narcissist or an abusive person involved? What information that you're c...2024-06-071h 27
Fxck FearFear + Divorcing a NarcissistDivorcing a narcissist is hell but navigating the divorce process is still better than the hell one endures in a narcissistic relationship.Episode three in the Fear + Divorce series covers the layered stages of fear one faces while divorcing a narcissist, as told through the personal experience of host Catenya McHenry."I was afraid the narcissist would retaliate, which he did. I was afraid of continued verbal abuse, which there was more than anything, I was afraid of feeling deeply guilty for pursuing divorce in the first place– knowing there was no hope of continuing th...2024-05-2347 min
Fxck FearFear + Leaving a Narcissistic RelationshipDeciding to leave a marriage or relationship whether it's with a narcissist is a big decision and one that may come with fear, trepidation and anxiety, as host Catenya McHenry speaks about in this episode.She tried for years to make it work. She tried not to leave. She did not want to be the one to make such an impactful decision that would end it all but ultimately she had no choice–she was fighting a losing battle. As she reads from her book, Married to a Narcissist, Catenya realized that if she stayed, not...2024-05-0932 min
Fxck FearFear + Contemplating DivorceSometimes fear is the force that keeps you in a bad relationship far too long. If you are thinking about calling it quits and filing for divorce, fear could also be the thing that's causing you anxiety and trepidation.In this episode, host Catenya McHenry speaks from personal experience about the long list of fears she faced before she filed. She reads emotional passages from her book, Married to a Narcissist and she speaks candidly and honestly about how fear kept her in the toxic, narcissistic relationship five years too long. She was scared of a lot...2024-04-2553 min
The Cheeky Cauldron PodcastS1E3 - Battle of the Sexes - Divorcing a Narcissist
Welcome back! Join in as we unpack the intricacies of divorcing a narcissist with our inspiring guest and published author, Catenya McHenry. Catenya illustrates the psychological ramifications of her painful journey and her harrowing strength to finally leave. We explore excerpts from her book, "Married to a Narcissist", as well as, identify the criteria of this disorder. Are you a survivor? Please join the conversation by sharing your own experience in the comment section below, and don't forget to like and subscribe for more spicy content.
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Fxck FearI Can Finally BreatheAfter a six-month hiatus to process, heal and deal with a sudden and unexpected death, host Catenya McHenry returns to talk about who died and how his death has impacted her life and the lives of her children.In this very personal and vulnerable episode, Catenya sorts through a myriad of complicated emotions involving anger, joy and grief and she talks about why, more than anything, she feels a sense of relief. From being sued for full custody to a dramatic trial in family court and psychological abuse, she feels an enormous burden is lifted.C...2023-06-291h 18
Fxck FearDeciding to Leave or Staying for the ChildrenThis first episode of the new Fuck Fear season four explores fears one experiences before making the final decision to petition for divorce and explores the difficulty and fear if children are involved.Host Catenya McHenry speaks from deeply personal experience as she reveals why fear kept her in the relationship longer.Reading excerpts from her book, Married to a Narcissist, she reveals, "I stayed five years too long thinking I would be the one responsible for dismantling the family unit, and I was afraid that would be too much guilt to live with."2022-10-1330 min
🎙️ The Doug Thompson Podcast: Storytelling, Speaker Secrets & Epic Laughs! 😂🔥🚀Catenya McHenryCatenya McHenry is an award-winning communications director at the University of Texas at Austin, an entrepreneur, TV host, producer, author, inventor, actor, and a ReStylist- helping clients engineer new ways to style and re-wear clothes they already have.
Committed to producing original, relatable content for streaming and broadcast platforms, in February 2020 Catenya’s production company, Studio7 Films launched The Mom Who Can’t Cook show, a comical cooking show about a mom who can’t cook. In 2018, she released her first book, Married to a Narcissist: Enduring the Struggle and Finding You Again. Its story chronicles her devast...2022-09-2133 min
Fxck FearAnnouncing Season 4: Fear + DivorceSeason 4 of the Fuck Fear podcast is coming soon. This season's theme is about Fear + Divorce. Host Catenya McHenry will speak from first hand experience of fears she faced before deciding to call it quits twelve years ago. "With the divorce rate still riding close to 50 percent, I thought it appropriate to talk about this very relevant and relatable topic and all the fears that one experiences, especially if you're divorcing a narcissist," she says.Season 4 will shed light on not only fears prior to divorce but also during, post-divorce, how narcissists try to use fear as...2022-09-1903 min
Sexually Speaking with ShannonYou might be with a Narcissist if...The term “narcissist” has been tossed around to describe selfish behavior or frustrations with relationships, but someone with a true Naricissitic Personality Disorder can wreak havoc on the lives of others. Join us for a deep conversation with my friend, Life Coach, Yoga Instructor, Emily Elliot. Although, this may not resonate with you, you may have a friend in need of support. Learn the signs of what a narcissist looks like and the resources you have to help guide you. ***DISCLAIMER: Thankfully we have a wealth of resources, but ALWAYS...2022-03-3151 min
Fxck FearS3:E12 \ Happy 1-Year, A Look BackHappy Birthday! February 22 marks one-year of the Fuck Fear podcast! It's been an amazing year of exploring fears, asking why, and giving listeners tips and strategies on how to conquer and overcome fear.In this episode, host Catenya McHenry takes a look back on some of her favorite episodes and we count down the TOP 5 of all time. Can you guess which ones? Be sure to listen and then enter our Instagram GIVEAWAY.2022-02-1747 min
Fxck FearFear of Being a Whistleblower"This is a heroic act and whistleblowers help justice reach places where it would never be," says Mitch Kreindler, whistleblower lawyer. From Watergate to Enron, Facebook, and Theranos, throughout history, whistleblowers have activated the demise of a company. Recently, the bravery of whistleblowers in the case of Elizabeth Holmes at Theranos led to her eventual conviction. But revealing inside workings and wrongdoings of a company come with great risk, anxiety, and fear.Whistleblower lawyer Mitch Kreindler at Kreindler & Associates joins this episode to talk about why his practice is solely focused on representing whistleblowers and he gives...2022-02-101h 09
Fxck FearS3: E10 \ How Others Project their Fears Onto YouProjection is a real thing and when someone projects their own fears onto another person, it can feel weighty. As host Catenya McHenry discusses in this episode, projection happens for many reasons. There are times when people are told by another individual, 'you can't do that, or you won't be able to make that happen,' It's not because they think you don't have the ability — they know you're able and capable and that's what scares them. The doubter is afraid of your success, afraid that you'll somehow be better than them, and afraid that you will outshine them. They...2022-01-2712 min
Fxck FearFear of Loneliness and Being Alone"Loneliness like joy and wonder, are all part of the human condition but we need to constantly care for our need to connect to others," says Shari Foos, marriage and family therapist at The Narrative Method.In her practice and education, Shari says the topic of loneliness and the fear of being alone is something that comes up in nearly all her sessions with clients.On this episode, Shari talks about the fact that every human being will experience loneliness at some point in life, how to prepare for loneliness in relationships, and how the...2022-01-2051 min
Fxck FearS3: E8 \ Fear of Taking the Leap of Faith (Life)Podcast host Catenya McHenry is solo in this episode as she steps into a vulnerable space of talking about a fear she's working through, Fear of Taking a Leap of Faith."My fear right now, is leaving the stability," says Catenya.Many people share that same feeling of knowing that the only way to achieve greater and more what they want in life requires that fearful a leap of faith. Sometimes we don't know how we'll land but we know we need to jump anyway. Be sure to tune in...2022-01-1322 min
Fxck FearS3 : E7 \ Fear of Failure | Life, CareerIf you scroll social media, failure is not something you see happening often but failure is something all humans face and not anything to be ashamed of. Yet, failure is real, existing in everyday life, but the fear of failure can sometimes keep people from reaching an attainable goal or even trying in the first place.On this episode, Marika McHenry, sister of the show's host Catenya, joins the conversation to talk about her fear of failure as an entrepreneur and business owner. The two reminisce about their childhood where they recall failure not being an option...2022-01-0658 min
Fxck FearS3 : E6 \ Fear of Reporting Sexual Assault | Relationships, LifePower and control are two aspects of sexual assault that create fear, causing victims to stay silent about what’s happened to them. In light of the recent USA Gymnastics Nassar abuse settlement, the #MeToo movement, and so many cases that are underreported, this episode is extremely important!!Host Catenya McHenry speaks with Yulanda McCarty-Harris, J.D., sexual assault researcher at the Institute for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault in the Steve Hicks School of Social Work at the University of Texas at Austin. The two talk about the fears victims face before they decide to report, in...2021-12-161h 11
Fxck FearS3 : E5 \ Fear of Losing Yourself in a Relationship - Pt. 3 (Children)The 3-part series continues with the final episode, 'how fear of losing yourself in a relationship negatively affects children' with guest Pam Benson Owens. Because we know how observant children are, Pam and podcast host Catenya McHenry talk about the importance of demonstrating healthy relationships and teaching their children how to choose a partner, how to create boundaries, and how to be brave enough to choose better for themselves in future relationships.In part 1, Fear of Losing Yourself in Marriage, Pam revealed she keeps a 'getaway box' in the back of her closet that holds $1,000 cash and a...2021-12-0932 min
Fxck FearS3: E4 \ Fear of Losing Yourself in a Relationship - Pt. 2 (Relationships)Our three-part series continues with episode two, 'fear of losing yourself in a relationship' with guest Pam Benson Owens. On the Part 1 episode, Fear of Losing Yourself in Marriage, Pam revealed she keeps a 'getaway box' in the back of her closet that holds $1,000 and a change of clothes in the event it's time to call her marriage quits. "Losing yourself starts with giving up your last name," says Pam.In this part-two episode, Pam and podcast host Catenya McHenry candidly and very honestly talk about whether or not there is value in relationships, the detrimental affects...2021-12-0237 min
Fxck FearS3 : E3 \ Fear of Losing Yourself in a Relationship - Pt. 1 (Marriage) | Relationships"Fear is a slow gangster and let’s be clear, many of us came into the relationship, loving the idea of loving that person but in reality not really loving that person," says Pam Benson Owens, CEO and corporate leadership consultant.A two-hour conversation between friends, Pam and host Catenya, turned into a three-part episode about fear of losing yourself in marriage, fear of losing yourself in a relationship, and how losing yourself negatively affects and impacts your children.This episode is raw, emotional, full of vulnerabilities and hard truths about the constructs around modern da...2021-11-181h 15
Fxck FearS3 : E2 \ Fear of Protecting Your Peace | LifeProtecting your peace is about a lot of things but most importantly, it's about deciding what to let go of that no longer serves you. Whether it's at work or in a relationship, protecting your peace and peace of mind, heart, and soul is also about harnessing your personal power to create a safe space that's free of stress, toxicity, anxiety, chaos, conflict, and confusion.As host Catenya McHenry talks about in this new episode, fear can sometimes plays a huge part in why we allow our boundaries to break. We fear the expectations of others, their...2021-11-1113 min
Fxck FearS3 : E1 \ Fear of Death | Life"Survival and death is a core fear that’s not really spoken, it’s like, hey I’m not afraid of death but we’re talking about these core anxieties that mask it," says April Hannah, spiritual coach and mental health therapist. "If you lose the fear of death, you begin to live life even more and experience life even more. The Fear of Death kicks off Season 3 and although it's a topic that may be uncomfortable to talk about, we tackle it anyway in hopes it helps you live more freely, with less fear.*New Episodes...2021-10-281h 08
Fxck FearS2: E15 \ Fear of Leaving A Relationship | Life, RelationshipsRelationships, whether romantic or professional, can be difficult to maintain. And there are the unhealthy, toxic relationships that your friends would say need a well-planned exit strategy. While there may be many of you who know for sure you need to leave, there could be doubt and fear associated with the impending separation."There is a fear, most of the time, of leaving relationships because usually at that point when you want to leave a relationship it is because you don’t feel good about yourself and your ego and self-esteem isn’t high," says Bonnie Winston, rela...2021-10-0756 min
Fxck FearS2: E14 \ Fears of Being a Reality Show Contestant"What else combats fear is knowledge," says DJ and reality show contestant Nicole Rosé Stillings. "A lot of times we’re scared, of the unknown, so something like reality tv, it’s not exactly The Apprentice, it’s not exactly The Real Housewives, it’s The Big shot with Bethenny Frankel, she’s got a reputation for being a loose cannon right so kind of an unknown and unchartered territory there.”Nicole is a world class DJ, entrepreneur, and reality show contestant joining this episode to talk about the fears she faced as a contestant on The Big Shot with...2021-09-3047 min
Fxck FearS2: E13 \ Fear of Getting Vaccinated | LifeWith just over half the country vaccinated, there's lots of room to talk about why more people are not getting the shots. Many express FEAR of the COVID-19 vaccine. While the reasons range from simple to extreme, we're talking about a myriad of vaccine fears on this in-depth and important episode with guests Dr. Jess Steier, public health scientist, CEO of Vital Statistics Consulting and co-host of Unbiased Science podcast and her ER physician husband Dr. Ethan Chapin.Dr. Chapin talks about what he's witnessing in his Florida emergency room, what patients are telling him about why...2021-09-231h 08
Fxck FearS2 : E12\ The Grip of Fear | Life, RelationshipsSurvivors of narcissistic relationships often experience some residual goop left over from the relationship like fear, anxiety, and PTSD sparked from the days, weeks, months, and years of abuse. But writing her first book, Married to a Narcissist: Enduring the Struggle and Finding You Again, host Catenya McHenry says was a cathartic experience helping her to slowly heal. This podcast has also provided healing from the pain and has empowered her to speak about the experience without tears but with more peace and wisdom.In this very personal episode though, she shares one of her fears and...2021-09-1615 min
Fxck FearS2 : E11 \ Fear of Change | Life, Career, Relationships"Change is inevitable," says Radical Forgiveness Expert Kym Kennedy. "It's something that's going to happen no matter what and the better we are at adapting to whatever changes come, the more successful we'll be. If you are doing the same thing all the time, you're not growing."Change is not only inevitable, it's also something that frightens a lot of people. And in this pandemic season, change has been forced on everyone. Some are handling it without resistance, and others, not so much. On this new episode, we're talking about why change is fearful.Audience...2021-09-0938 min
Fxck FearS2: E10 \ Fear of Imposter Syndrome | LifeScrolling social media can sometimes cause one to feel horrible about themselves because it's easy to get swept up in self-doubt, professional doubt, and depression when looking at what other people are doing or how they portray to be living their lives. Imposter syndrome will trick us into believing others are doing extraordinary things and we're not. On this new episode with CEO of Lamik Beauty Kim Roxie, we discuss adopting the belief that not all of what you see is real and if it is, so what, we are all on our own paths and our own journey.2021-09-0250 min
Fxck FearS2 : E9 \ Fear of Quitting Your Job | CareerAccording to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 3.9 million Americans quit their job in June 2021 and our next podcast guest, Deseré Cross Ward has joined the movement- what's been dubbed as The Great Resignation. She was a popular previous guest, whose episode Fear of Speaking Out was No.1 for weeks. Deseré returns to talk about the next chapter in her journey, why she quit her job - but not without fear- and how she's encouraging others to find their inner peace and joy."At the end of the day, it comes down to self-love, says Deseré. "Do yo...2021-08-2652 min
Fxck FearS2: E8 \ Fear of Not Landing the Job or Contract | CareerFuck Fear host Catenya McHenry says she's often felt anxiety after applying for a job, afraid that she's going to hear a 'no' and be turned down. In this episode, she expresses she's felt the same fear as a serial entrepreneur and communications consultant pursuing a big contract, new client, or even wholesale orders for her sock company SoleMate Sox. "I'm constantly questioning myself and wondering 'do they like me, 'am I what they're looking for, is my rate too high, and will I even hear back.'"In this new episode, she talks honestly...2021-08-1941 min
Fxck FearS2 : E7 \ Fear of the Workplace Evaluation | Careers"We are fearful of things like rejection, failure and anything that will alter our self-concepts, we are really good at imagining our best selves and anything that will detract to that, will give us a lot of anxiety which we experience," says Bermiss.Have you just gone through evaluation season at work? If it caused stress, anxiety and fear, you should definitely listen to this episode as my guest, Sekou Bermiss explains the why. He is an associate professor of strategy and entrepreneurship at the University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flager Business School. He studies management, people an...2021-08-1247 min
Fxck FearS2 : E6 \ Fear of Changing Careers | Careers"There is no seamless to this, as women and as Black women, we were taught to hold your head up with confidence and just do it, f*ck fear," says guest and serial entrepreneur My-Cherie Haley. "So those times when I felt like I was most weakest and get out of bed and know what my next move would be and didn’t know whether or not I’d be able to make rent that month, I just did it because I know I had to do it."She's considered brave because she’s changed careers several times...2021-08-0547 min
Fxck FearS2 : E5 \ Fear of Living Your Truth | Life, RelationshipsOn this episode, returning guest, Austin-based Life Coach Ellen Torreyson says not living their truth is the No. 1 issue her clients bring to her. "They either aren’t living their truth, or they aren’t sure what their truth really is and they feel like something is off and they aren’t sure why, or they recently decided to live their truth and are navigating all the uncertainty, and judgement and fear that comes with that," says Ellen.If you aren't living your truth in life, love, or in your relationships, Ellen will show you how to wo...2021-07-2929 min
Fxck FearS2 : E4 \ Trauma Induced Fears | LifeMany of the fears we face as adults originated from childhood traumas, and if not dealt with, those fears can chase us for years. It's the topic of conversation in this episode with Catenya's cousin Mai Young. The two discuss a number of fears including fear of abandonment stemming from nearly a year that Mai and her three siblings were left home alone by their Mom who suffered from drug addiction. The four missed an entire school year and were later separated and placed in foster care. That trauma, along with many other traumatic incidents throughout her life has...2021-07-2250 min
Fxck FearS2 : E3 \ Fear of Speaking Out | Career, Life"One of my fears has been white fragility and in order to get over that fear of hurting somebody’s feelings, or mismanaging the white fragility, so I had to be like ok girl, what’s more important, white fragility or your own sanity, and I chose myself," says Deseré Cross Ward, journalist, and social media strategist at UT Austin.There are a lot of fears wrapped up in the fear of speaking out. There’s fear of retaliation, fear of what other’s may think, fear of what they will do— all of it and more is what we...2021-07-151h 03
Fxck FearS2 : E2 \ Fear of Success | Life, Career"I think a lot of people have imposter syndrome, constantly looking over the shoulder or worry that maybe I shouldn’t be here, maybe I don’t belong here, maybe I’m not good enough. I think that happens to people a lot," says Dr. Carrie Barron, board certified psychiatrist, psychoanalyst and director of creativity resilience at Dell Medical School in Austin.Social media can be brutal in the ways it can make people feel like they aren't doing enough or are not good enough or not successful enough. And even if one does reach the levels of suc...2021-07-0819 min
Fxck FearS2 : E1 \ Fear of Other's Expectations | Life, Career, Relationships"People spend a lot of time and I struggle with it too," says Pam Benson Owens, "trying to perform or behave to an expectation, trying to perform or behave to a version of yourself that other people have decided not you and that can chip away at your soul every single day."Fear of Other's Expectations kicks off Season 2 of the Fuck Fear podcast. Season 1 favorite Pam Owens returns to talk about how we decide to live up to other people’s expectations of us and the fear that surrounds our souls if we decide to rebel ag...2021-07-011h 02
Fxck FearEp. 13: Fear of the Uncertain Outcome | LifeThere are times when we make decisions out of sheer panic, fearing what we think the outcome may be. In this episode, host Catenya McHenry opens up about an emotional situation she's in the midst of with her ex-husband that's requiring faith and focus, free of fear. No matter what happens, she is refusing to live in fear.Be sure to tune in to this very personal episode as we close season 1 of the Fuck Fear podcast.Visit our website for more episodes and content.2021-05-2034 min
Fxck FearEp. 12: Fear of the Uncomfortable Conversation | Life, Career, Parenting"When we are afraid of something, we avoid, always, or we reschedule, or put it off, or delay because we don’t want to deal with," says Certified Life Coach Ellen Torreyson. "What you end up doing when you avoid is you prolong the misery for yourself."If that thing you’re putting off is the uncomfortable conversation, before you say it in a text come sit with Ellen and host Catenya McHenry as they both discuss why we as humans are afraid to have uncomfortable conversations and we learn tips of how to ease the awkwardness. ...2021-05-1334 min
Fxck FearEp. 11: Fear of the Narcissist at Work | Career"In organizations that are outcome focused- what they care about is your sales, what are your numbers- a narcissist flourishes in that environment because they are experts at positioning themselves to take credit for success and to deflect blame," says Dr. Kristie Loescher senior management lecturer at the University of Texas at Austin. "They are very confident and they present themselves as excellent and superb at their work when they actually aren’t."If you work with a narcissist, then you know their personality type is very difficult to engage and interact with. On this episode, we ta...2021-05-0653 min
Fxck FearEp. 10: Fear of Setting Boundaries | Career, Life, Relationships"This is the thing about boundaries and expectations, just because you can do it, doesn’t mean I should be doing it, but that deep feeling of fear, comes down to always being in a world, as a woman, that I always have to prove myself," says podcast guest and CEO Pam Benson Owens. Setting boundaries is hard. Setting boundaries is also life-changing but it sometimes takes a while to get to the place of setting the boundary and holding steadfast to it. So why are we afraid to set the boundary in the first place? Is it...2021-04-2942 min
Fxck FearEp. 9: Fear of Forgiving Yourself | RelationshipsForgiveness is not just about the other person, it’s also about you. On this second installment in our two-week forgiveness series, NPR guest, spiritual counselor, and forgiveness expert Ana Holub, says what is also true about forgiveness is that we’re sometimes afraid to forgive ourselves. On this new episode, we talk about why and we talk about how we can be better to ourselves. "If you can have the deep trust and courage to forgive yourself, you can handle anything," says Holub.*Listen to Ep. 8 :Fear of Forgiving Family Members here*Find forgiveness work...2021-04-2239 min
Slam the GavelMelanie Davis, Author and Publisher discusses The Triumph Book Series and Books She has PublishedMelanie Davis on Slam the Gavel shares her experience of losing her seven-month old daughter, Brynn to SIDS and how she found healing and purpose by sharing her story with those who could be encouraged and inspired by the wisdom and purpose through her daughter's death.
Melanie developed The Triumph Program to assist others to discover, write and share their own Triumph Stories and founded TRIUMPH PRESS, which publishes The Triumph Book Series, as well as the books and stories of others who have overcome adversity.
She has published multiple books addressing Parental Alienation and Narcissism, including my boo...2021-04-1653 min
Fxck FearEp. 8: Fear of Forgiving Family Members | Relationships"If you were to forgive, the implication is that you are condoning it, you’re like saying, it’s ok or you’re weak- there are so many reasons why people are afraid to forgive," says Forgiveness Expert and Radical Forgiveness coach Kym Kennedy. On this Fuck Fear episode, Kym and host Catenya McHenry have an open and vulnerable conversation about why it's difficult and fearful to forgive family members. This episode takes a us deep into the emotional work of radical forgiveness and what it will require to be at complete peace with yourself and yo...2021-04-151h 02
Slam the GavelMelanie Davis, author and publisher discusses The Triumph Book Series and Books she has Published Melanie Davis on Slam the Gavel shares her experience of losing her seven-month old daughter, Brynn to SIDS and how she found healing and purpose by sharing her story with those who could be encouraged and inspired by the wisdom and purpose through her daughter's death. Melanie developed The Triumph Program to assist others to discover, write and share their own Triumph Stories and founded TRIUMPH PRESS, which publishes The Triumph Book Series, as well as the books and stories of others who have overcome adversity. She has published multiple books addressing Parental Alienation and Narcissism, including my book...2021-04-1453 min
Fxck FearEp: 7: Fear of Starting a New Business | CareerPerhaps you're thinking of starting a new business but if you're afraid to take that leap of faith, then this episode is entirely relatable. Natalie Holloway, co-founder of multi-million dollar chic fitness brand Bala is our guest. The brand was profitable in their first year, they landed deals on Shark Tank, and they're currently crushing it in the global fitness market. Natalie talks about her fears in launching Bala Bangles, what she did to kill that fear, and she talks about new fears that she and her husband, co-founder Max Kislevitz face everyday. 2021-04-0837 min
ROOTEDLet Me Make Myself Clear: CourageNothing says a hearty conversation like one with Catenya McHenry- the brains behind the Fuck Fear Podcast. After 25+ years of friendship, hard conversations, gut wrenching adulting moments, face planting into stuff that's made for movie level trauma, we sit down to have a real conversation about courage- like real, raw, ouch kind of courage. 2021-04-0749 min
Fxck FearEp: 6: The Study of Fear | Life"It’s not wrong to feel fear," says Nicole Keller, fear researcher at Dell Medical School's Institute of Neuroscience at UT Austin. "It’s like a completely actual adaptive feeling and we need it, so just being afraid doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t do something or go through that process. It shows that you are doing ok and that your brain is responding in a correct way." On this new episode of Fuck Fear, we take a deep dive into the study and science of fear, what happens in our brains when we feel fear and how to change...2021-04-0141 min
Fxck FearEp: 5: Fear of Telling Your Children the Truth | Parenting"What I know for sure," says host Catenya McHenry, "is that all children really want is the truth and love." On this episode, she opens up and talks about her fears of being completely transparent and truthful with her teenage children, how truth changes their family dynamic, but how it truth helps build their self-esteem and confidence.*New Episodes on Thursdays*2021-03-2527 min
Fxck FearEp: 4: Fear of the Bully | Relationships"All of my individual fears were just little things that I knew were gonna happen. I just had to tell myself, that this is gonna happen regardless, and that’s not a reason to stay silent about it. Over the years, he has definitely gaslighted me a lot."On this episode, Catenya's teenage daughter talks about fear of the bully in her life but it's not the typical school bully she's had to face. As the single mom of three children, Catenya has worked hard to teach her children the importance of finding their voice and not be...2021-03-1837 min
Sanity in Co-ParentingSanity in Co-Parenting (10) Divorcing a Narcissist with Catenya McHenryThis week, we talk Divorcing a Narcissist with guest, Catenya McHenry2021-03-1558 min
Fxck FearEp: 2: Fear of Management in the Workplace | Career"When I see frightened employees, it’s typically correlated to leaders who only know their legitimate power," says Dr. Kristie Loescher at the University of Texas at Austin. If you have ever cried before showing up to work or you're afraid of what management will do to you if you speak up, this episode is for you.On this episode, we talk about fear of management in the workplace, how it negatively affects productivity, and how to free yourself from the toxic work environment.2021-03-1132 min
Fxck FearEp: 3: 3 Most Common Adult Fears | Life"A lot of what we’re afraid of is really just made up in our heads and a lot of people feel like we do, they want to make a change too, but they’re just too scared," says Austin-based certified Life Coach Ellen Torreyson. On this episode, we unlock the three most common adult fears and she tells us what to do about them. You may be surprised to learn that according to Ellen, one of them is not public speaking.2021-03-1143 min
Fxck FearEp: 1: How it Started: Evolution of the Fuck Fear PodcastOn the very first episode of Fuck Fear, host Catenya McHenry talks about the night she reached her breaking point. It started with an overnight conversation she had with her then six-year old daughter about not being afraid of monsters. During that talk, Catenya realized the monster metaphor would have a bigger meaning as she continued recovering from a toxic narcissistic relationship, which she writes about in her first book, Married to a Narcissist. She now sheds light on ways the emotional and psychological abuser used fear to try and control her. But when Catenya verbalized the words, "fuck...2021-03-1133 min
Fxck FearIntroducing: Fuck FearThe Fuck Fear podcast is packed with real and honest conversations about how and why fear cripples us into complacency. Fear is an influential force and spirit that can motivate or bind and keep us from making life-changing decisions.Hosted by award-winning journalist, author and storyteller Catenya McHenry, Fuck Fear explores fears in life, career, parenting, and relationships. Guests share their struggles with fear and experts offer strategies for finding courage, your voice, and your bravery to do the thing you know in your heart you need to do. *Tune in to new episodes on...2021-03-0802 min
Fxck FearFuck Fear (Trailer)What is your greatest fear is the first question Fxck Fear podcast host Catenya McHenry asks each of her guests. Without fail, there’s always an answer because everyone has experienced the paralyzing force of fear.The Fxck Fear podcast is rich with honest conversations about the science of fear, where it stems from and its negative and positive impacts in life, career, relationships, and parenting. Guests are everyday people who not only openly share their greatest fears but also their struggles overcoming fear. Scientists and other experts join the conversations too, teaching us how to conquer fear...2021-02-2301 min
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