Your Unapologetic Life - Obsessed With Women Being Confident

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  93 - Confidence Club is the Best Book Club 22.09.2026 24min

  What if the most confident version of you was so clear on what she wanted that she stopped wasting time on the wrong people entirely? Not because she was picky, not because she gave up on love, but because she finally trusted herself enough to say no thank you and mean it.In this episode I'm talking about why I created the Confidence Club, why I turned it into a book club unlike any book club you've ever seen, and why this has nothing to do with finding a man and everything to do with becoming a woman who doesn't settle for one who isn't right for her.This is for the woman who's done swiping and hoping and making excuses. And it's for the woman who has quietly decided she's probably better off alone. Come as you are. Leave more confident than when you arrived.The Confidence Club is free, it's every Wednesday at 11am CST, and it's 45 minutes that women around the world say genuinely changes their week. Join HERE.And if you're ready to stop talking about it and actually start moving, one on one coaching with me gets you results fast. I'm in your pocket every single day through voice notes and texts, and women tell me I feel like their best friend from the very first conversation. Schedule a call with me HERE.
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  92 - How High Achieving Leaders Learn to Turn Off with Louisa Thostrup 15.09.2026 52min

  Louisa Thostrup is a cop, a former nurse, a leadership coach for individuals and corporations, a mom, and a newlywed who just celebrated her one year anniversary with her perfect person. She's based in Copenhagen, Denmark, and she is one of those women who does all the things and has had to learn the hard way that doing all the things all the time will eventually cost you everything that matters most.Louisa grew up in a family where appearances and status were everything, became a nurse because her mom thought it was a good idea, and then spent years being so go go go that she forgot to turn off. Now she coaches high achieving leaders to be fully on when it counts and fully present everywhere else. We talk about growing up to care what everyone thinks, how she found her way to coaching, what it took to finally let herself rest, and how she and her husband found each other at exactly the right time.Louisa and I met in a mastermind and have been sending each other WhatsApp voice notes basically every day since. She's the real deal and this conversation is going to resonate with every woman who's ever felt like slowing down is somehow failing.Find Louisa on LinkedIn HEREFollow Louisa on Instagram HEREConfidence begins here. Every Wednesday at 11am CST a group of women get together to talk about real life, relationships, and showing up more confidently. It's free, it's fun, and it might change your week. Join the Confidence Club HEREMy 1:1 coaching is like no other. Unlimited access to me via voice notes and text. I'm your best friend in your pocket when you're having a crash out, need advice, or just need a hit of my energy. Find out about my coaching HERE
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  91 - Financial Planning for Child Free Women with Laura Allen 08.09.2026 47min

  Laura Allen saw a gap in the financial industry and decided to do something about it. Women were being talked to as part of a couple or as a family unit, and child free women were being completely overlooked. So she walked away from a high paying corporate job, spent months in trainings, classes, and exams to get fully qualified, and launched her own financial firm built specifically for women who are choosing to be child free.In this episode Laura and I talk about what it actually looks like to build wealth as a woman on your own terms, why the financial industry has ignored this community for so long, and how she spotted the gap and had the guts to fill it. We also get real about marriage, the work it takes to build a truly great partnership, and what it means to invest in yourself and each other to become the right person, not just find the right person.Laura is funny, magnetic, authentic, and completely unapologetic about the life she's chosen. This one's a good one.Find Laura on LinkedIn HERE.Confidence begins here. Every Wednesday at 11am CST a group of women get together to talk about real life, relationships, and showing up more confidently. It's free, it's fun, and it might change your week. Join the Confidence Club HERE.My one on one coaching is like no other. Unlimited access to me via voice notes and text. I'm your best friend in your pocket when you're having a crash out, need advice, or just need a hit of my energy. Find out about my coaching HERE.
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  90 - Confidence is Habit Stacking 01.09.2026 19min

  Confidence is not a light switch. You're not born with it and you can't just decide to have it one day. It's a skill, and like any skill it's built one uncomfortable moment at a time.In this episode I'm breaking down why confidence is really about habit stacking. You do the scary thing, whether that's singing karaoke, asking someone to dance, initiating the hard conversation, or telling the guy you're dating that you want exclusivity and you want to know where he stands. You survive it. You realize it wasn't as bad as you thought. And then you do the next hard thing. That's it. That's the whole formula.This applies to your body confidence, your money confidence, your business, speaking up for yourself, and making sure you're not wasting another second on the wrong person. Confidence grows in every area of your life differently and at its own pace, and that's completely normal.You weren't born without confidence. You just haven't practiced it enough yet.Confidence begins here. Every Wednesday at 11am CST a group of women get together to talk about real life, relationships, and showing up more confidently. It's free, it's fun, and it might change your week. Join the Confidence Club HERE!My one on one coaching is like no other. Unlimited access to me via voice notes and text. I'm your best friend in your pocket when you're having a crash out, need advice, or just need a hit of my energy. Find out about my coaching HERE.
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  89 - Reclaiming Your Body and Your Confidence with Felicia Hernandez of Gorditas Way 25.08.2026 38min

  Felicia Hernandez is the founder of Gorditas Way, a body liberation platform and movement for women and LGBTQ+ people of color, author of Gorditas Way: The Ways of an Unapologetic Latina, and the first woman in the country to put on a body liberation conference. Her energy is infectious, her story is powerful, and this conversation had me smiling the whole way through.Felicia and I met at an event celebrating Latina women and I knew immediately she was someone I needed on this show. We get into her childhood, what it was like growing up in a voluptuous body, how she reclaimed the word gordita and turned it into a movement, and how Bomba, the traditional Puerto Rican dance, became part of her journey to body confidence. We also talk about her upcoming Body Liberation Conference happening September 26, 2026, the first event of its kind in the country, and why she's so fired up about it.If you've ever been made to feel like your body was too much or not enough, Felicia's story is going to hit you right in the heart.Learn more about Felicia at gorditasway.comFollow her on Instagram at @gorditas_wayGrab your tickets to the Body Liberation Conference while you're there.Every Wednesday at 11am CST a group of women get together to talk about real life, relationships, and showing up more confidently. It's FREE, it's fun, and it might change your week. Join the Confidence Club HEREMy one on one coaching is like no other. Unlimited access to me via voice notes and text. I'm your best friend in your pocket when you're having a crash out, need advice, or just need a hit of my energy. Find out about my coaching HERE
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  88 - What Is Emotional Intelligence? 18.08.2026 21min

  I tell women all the time to find someone who's emotionally intelligent. And then I thought, do I even know what that actually means? So I broke it down.In this episode I get into what emotional intelligence really is, why most people think feelings are limited to happy, mad, and sad, and why that is a problem in every relationship you will ever have. I pull from Brené Brown's work on vulnerability, John and Julie Gottman's book Eight Dates, and a real client moment that made me realize how many of us are shrinking our feelings to avoid being called high maintenance. Spoiler: expressing your feelings is not high maintenance. It's emotionally intelligent. And it's also how you vet everyone in your life, friends, family, and partners.If someone gets defensive and reactive every time you share a feeling, that's not your cue to share less. That's your cue to run.Confidence begins here. Every Wednesday at 11:00am CST a group of women get together to talk about real life, relationships, and showing up more confidently. It's free, it's fun, and it might change your week. Join HERE!And my one on one coaching is like no other. Unlimited access to me via voice notes and text. I'm your best friend in your pocket when you're having a crash out, need advice, or just need a hit of my energy. Find out about my coaching HERE!
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  87 - If You Think You'll Be Alone Forever Start Here 12.08.2026 54min

  I'm going to tell you something I haven't said out loud enough. For a long time I was a Barbie in a box, taken out whenever it was convenient. I tolerated it, I made excuses for it, and I told myself it would change eventually.In March 2024 I finally said, "No more!" In December 2025 I got serious. I read Calling in the One, I got radically clear on what I wanted, I let go of the belief that all men were trash, and I recruited my girlfriends to help me manifest my perfect partner.Then on my last day in Paris I walked into Dolce and Gabbana, found a dress I could get married in, saw shoes at an Italian shoe store, and thought, "Now I need the man." A few hours later I met him. And I knew.This episode is for the woman who has given up, settled, or convinced herself it's too late. It's not. Get clear. Let go. Stay open. This stuff works.Join the Confidence Club, your midweek midday brunch with a bunch of incredible women from all over the world. You don't have to come every week, just get there: JOIN HEREAnd when you want best friend energy and results your therapist can't get you, let's talk: Schedule a Call HERE
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  86 - From Wedding Cakes to Magnetic Branding with Helen Thacker 04.08.2026 40min

  Most women are told to hide their true power behind a polished surface, but Helen Thacker reveals why boldness is your secret weapon for standing out and thriving. When she shifted from wedding cakes to creating magnetic brands, everything changed. Now she helps entrepreneurs craft messaging that resonates, unlock confidence, and attract clients who truly see their value.In this episode, you’ll discover how Helen went from feeling unsupported in her early confidence journey to owning her unique voice and growing her business. She shares the pitfalls of traditional marketing and how authenticity and simplicity can accelerate growth without burnout. You’ll hear about her journey from the UK to the US, what cultural differences teach us about mindset, and how to build unstoppable confidence whether you’re starting a side hustle or scaling a business.Helen also breaks down her framework for positioning your message so you stand out in a crowded marketplace. We explore how language shapes perception, the power of vulnerability in branding, and why saying no to the wrong opportunities is the key to clarity. She shows that confidence isn’t about perfection, but about owning your story and trusting your gut even when others are skeptical.If you’re tired of feeling invisible or unsure, this episode will inspire you to own your brilliance and craft a personal brand that commands attention and respect. Perfect for entrepreneurs, creatives, and anyone ready to ditch self-doubt and step into their true power.Helen on Instagram: HEREHelen's Freebie on Visibility: HEREMorgan's Instagram: HEREJoin the Confidence Club: HEREFind out about Morgan's 1:1 Coaching: HERE
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  85 - She Built a Women's Business Community from a Small Town in Wisconsin and It Became a Movement with Stephanie Ross 28.07.2026 36min

  Building community is more than gathering people it's about creating a safe energetic space where women thrive support and transform their lives. If you've ever felt like you don't quite fit in or crave a tribe that truly understands your journey this episode is your wake up call. Discover how two entrepreneurs from small town Wisconsin turned their visions into vibrant communities that change lives and learn the simple proven strategies to do the same.Stephanie Ross founder of the Small Business Sister Circle shares her journey from childhood entrepreneurial adventures to building a thriving support network for female small business owners across the Midwest. She reveals how her love for teamwork and her desire to fill a real need sparked the creation of a movement that now hosts annual summits chapters in multiple states and transformational stories. Stephanie also discusses the importance of understanding your unique energy and how knowing your why fuels lasting community growth. In a world where solo efforts often lead to burnout Stephanie emphasizes the power of shared energy diverse perspectives and supportive sisterhood. Whether you're looking to launch your own community scale your existing networks or simply find your tribe this episode offers a motivational blueprint for leading with heart strategy and soul.Perfect for women entrepreneurs aspiring community builders or anyone craving genuine connection you'll leave inspired to build the kind of support system that helps you grow.Stephanie's Instagram: HEREHer book and about Stephanie: HEREMorgan's Instagram: HEREJoin the Confidence Club: HEREFind out about working with Morgan 1:1: HERE
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  84 - The Fastest Way to Build Confidence with Morgan Barkus 21.07.2026 56min

  This one is a little different. I was a guest on Cytel Schults' podcast Designed to Be Heard, and I'm sharing it here because it's an honest conversation about my story, my work, and why I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be.Cytel is a sound astrologer who uses natal charts to help women find their voice and express themselves authentically. And in this episode she uses mine to explain why being a therapist was never the right fit for me and why coaching is exactly where I belong. We also get into what I do with my clients, how I help women stop playing small, and what it actually looks like to live out loud.If you have ever wondered how I got here, this is the episode.Cytel on Instagram: HEREJoin the Confidence Club: HEREFind me on Instagram: HERELearn about working together 1:1: HERE
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  83 - How Your Astrology Chart Can Transform the Way You Market Yourself with Cytel Schults 14.07.2026 54min

  What if everything you needed to know about how to use your voice, show up confidently, and share your message with the world was written in the stars the day you were born? That is exactly what Cytel Schults believes, and after this conversation I am inclined to agree!Cytel is a sound astrologer and marketing coach who helps women stop hiding, stop forcing, and start communicating in a way that actually feels like them. She reads your astrology chart and uses it to unlock how you are uniquely wired to be heard. And yes, your birthday has everything to do with it.This is not just for coaches or marketers. This is for any woman who has ever felt like she was not saying what she really meant, not showing up the way she wanted to, or not being seen for who she truly is.Find Cytel on Instagram: HERECytel's website: HEREMorgan's Instagram: HEREMore about Morgan's coaching: HERE
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  82 - Play to Your Strengths with Cara Nance 07.07.2026 1h 20min

  I met Cara Nance in Divine Living Academy and knew immediately she was my kind of person. She is a Gallup Certified CliftonStrengths coach, founder of Tutum Leadership Coaching, host of the Tutum Talk podcast, and one of the most genuinely warm and brilliant humans I have had on this show.In this episode Cara breaks down what CliftonStrengths actually is, why it is not a diagnosis and not something to use to box yourself or your partner in, and how understanding your strengths, including their light and dark sides, can completely change how you communicate, lead, and show up in every area of your life. We also get into Enneagram, Human Design, Myers Briggs, and why Cara keeps coming back to CliftonStrengths as the most universal and cross cultural tool of them all. Fair warning, this one runs a little long and it is absolutely worth every minute.Cara's website: HEREFind Cara on LinkedIn: HERECara's podcast: HEREWant to connect with me? Find me on Instagram: HEREDo you wish you had the confidence to (blank)!? I got you. Schedule a call with me to learn about my 1:1 coaching: HERE
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  81 - How to Rewire Limiting Beliefs and Create Lasting Change Fast with Krishna Avalon 30.06.2026 42min

  What if the breakthrough you’ve been chasing didn’t require more effort? It could be a better way in. In this episode, I follow the journey of a woman who’s spent years helping others heal, grow, and transform, and I get to see exactly how she helps high-performing women break free from old patterns, rewire their subconscious, and finally move forward with more ease. The hero of this story is you. The woman who’s ready to stop feeling stuck and start creating lasting change from the inside out.A mix of subconscious work, energy medicine, and simple but powerful practices, this episode shows how the path to confidence, clarity, and abundance can be far more accessible than you think. By the end, the challenge isn’t just understood. It’s transformed into something conquerable. This is the episode for anyone who’s ready to trade overwhelm for momentum, self-doubt for trust, and resistance for real change.Get Krishna's FREE workbook and somatic meditations: HEREKrishna's website is: HEREFollow Morgan on Instagram: HEREJoin the Confidence Club: HEREIf there is something you wish you had the confidence to do talk to me about my 1:1 coaching: HERE
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  80 - Hypnotherapy and Spiritual Channeling with Stefanie Dingbaum 23.06.2026 51min

  If you have ever felt like there is more in you, and something invisible keeps holding you back, this episode is for you. I sit down with Stephanie Dingbaum, therapist, hypnotherapist, and intuitive channel, to talk about the kind of healing that goes deeper than mindset alone. We get into root cause healing, energy work, and the hidden patterns that can quietly shape your confidence, your relationships, and your business.Stephanie shares how her own healing journey led her from traditional therapy into a more intuitive path. We talk about divine guidance, past life work, chakras, and the kind of internal shifts that can change everything from the inside out. She also opens up about the personal experiences that taught her how powerful this work can be. If you have been trying to push through self doubt, burnout, or imposter syndrome, this conversation will give you a new lens. I share why trusting your intuition, listening to your body, and saying a full yes or a full no can be life changing. This episode is an invitation to stop ignoring what is underneath and start healing at the root.When you're ready to release what has been quietly limiting you and step into a more aligned version of yourself, press play. This conversation is for the woman who knows she's meant for more and is finally ready to claim it.Stefanie's website HEREFind Stefanie on Instagram HEREIs there something you want to do that you don't have the confidence to do? Love your body? End the situationship? Share your story on social media? Ask for the promotion? Wear the bikini?Schedule a call with to find out how my 1:1 coaching can get you what you want HEREGo find me on Instagram HERE
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  79 - The Surprising Power of Money Mindset Shifts for Women Over 40 09.06.2026 51min

  Most women struggle with money confidence, but what if breaking free from old money stories could transform your entire life? In this eye-opening episode, Trish Ramirez shares her incredible journey from childhood scarcity to financial freedom, revealing the mindset shifts that empowered her to thrive despite early adversity. Whether you're feeling stuck, guilty about luxury, or just overwhelmed by financial stress, you'll discover practical tools to rewire your money mindset and create lasting abundance.Join us as we break down common money myths, explore how childhood beliefs shape adult financial habits, learn why women are often silent about their earnings, and why that needs to change!Trish shares transformative success stories from women in medicine, law, and entrepreneurship who shifted from fear and guilt to confidence and power through her proven mindset techniques. Her signature "Calm" framework—Clarify, Align, Lead, Maintain—provides actionable steps to elevate your financial confidence and make empowered money choices.This episode is a call to action for women everywhere tired of feeling ashamed, anxious, or powerless around money. Discover how vulnerability and honest conversation can unlock a new level of financial independence and support. If you’re ready to stop playing small, embrace your worth, and step into a life of abundance, this episode is your blueprint. Whether you're just starting your money journey or looking to break through a confidence ceiling, you'll leave inspired, equipped, and ready to own your story. To learn more about Trish’s programs and community, find her on Instagram HERECheck out her 3-month wealth activation HEREIt’s time to take control, rewrite your story, and remember who the fuck you are.Want to connect with me!? Follow me on Instagram HERESchedule a call with me to chat about what's going on for you and why you'd love to feel more confident HERE
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  78 - She Had the Career and the Money Until Burnout Put Her in Bed and Forced Her to Redefine Success with Mel Cunningham 02.06.2026 55min

  In this transformative episode, join Mel Cunningham as she shares her compelling journey from a high-earning corporate career to a life of balanced success and health. Once driven by external validation and relentless ambition, Mel found herself bedridden, facing the consequences of neglecting her well-being. Discover how Mel redefined her understanding of success, learning to prioritize her health without sacrificing her professional achievements. Through candid storytelling and insightful reflections, she offers valuable lessons on creating a fulfilling life on your own terms. Whether you're a high achiever or seeking balance, this episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to embrace a healthier, more empowered path.Tune in to explore how you can achieve both success and well-being, and start living passionately today. I'd like a couple title ideas, She was a high earning corporate woman, health failed, bedridden, and learned she can be successful and healthy. Mel on LinkedIn HERE.Mel's website HERE.Mel on Instagram HERE. You want to know more about my 1-on-1 coaching program? Go to my website and schedule a call HERE.Ask me anything! Go to Instagram and DM me HERE.
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  77 - How to Stop Feeling Lost in Grief and Reclaim Who You Are with Eliza Lake 26.05.2026 1h 2min

  Many women feel trapped in roles - mother, wife, professional - without realizing they are enough as they are. This episode follows a journey from trauma to self-acceptance, offering a blueprint to reclaim your identity beyond societal roles. When a personal tragedy and solo travel ignited her quest, powerful insights on healing emerged. The lessons could transform your perspective. We explore the alchemy of healing, sharing strategies for embracing grief and shifting from scarcity to abundance. Discover how sitting in darkness can elevate you, and why self-belonging is key to living authentically. Learn about self-regulation, boundaries, and dismantling scripts that keep you stuck, plus simple practices to build self-worth.Eliza’s vulnerability inspires honest reflection on the stories you tell yourself. Stories that might keep you small. Her journey of healing and embracing authenticity shows transformation is possible, no matter the starting point. If you've felt lost in grief or overwhelmed by expectations, this episode invites you to rewrite your narrative.Perfect for those seeking emotional clarity and spiritual growth, this episode offers practical tools and a renewed sense of possibility. See yourself from a higher vantage point and learn to belong wholly to yourself because your story is yours to rewrite, and you're already enough.Eliza's Facebook group The Compass and the Flame HERECurious about working with me 1-on-1? Poke around my website, book a call, and let's talk about what's going on for you. My website is HERE.And come hang out with me on Instagram. DM me with any question you have. I answer everything. My Instagram is HERE.
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  76 - Stop People Pleasing Now 19.05.2026 17min

  You say yes when you mean no. You cook the whole meal, answer the email, keep the peace. And then you wonder why you are exhausted and resentful and slowly disappearing inside your own life.In this episode we talk about what people pleasing actually is, where it came from, and how to stop doing it without blowing up your relationships.I've got a FREE guide! Instead of comparing yourself, feeling fat, or wishing you looked different go here. In 4 steps you can end the negative thought and feel confident. Get the free guide: HEREYou definitely want to feel more confident and want to dive right in with me? Tell me everything, girl. You can DM me on Instagram: HERE
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  75 - Confident Enough to Walk Away from the Situationship 12.05.2026 13min

  You are not dating him. You are dating your phone. Dissecting his texts, analyzing his tone, reading into how long he took to respond, and completely losing yourself in someone who has not even decided if he wants you yet.In this episode I talk about what it actually looks like to step back, get clear on what you want, and stop auditioning for a role in someone else's life. When you know what you want and how you want to feel, you stop chasing and start choosing. And walking away stops feeling like losing and starts feeling like finally choosing yourself.This one is for the woman who knows deep down he is not it, and needs permission to trust that.When you are over losing sleep over a text and you are ready to stop spiraling, come find me on Instagram and send me a DM: Morgan's InstagramMy coaching is like having your unfiltered best friend on speed dial. The one you text when he ghosts you after your last message and you need someone to talk you off the ledge, help you self soothe, and remind you of who you actually are. That is what we do together. Contact me HERE: Morgan's Contact Page
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  Trailer - Your Unapologetic Life 10.05.2026 2min

  I'm Morgan Barkus, confidence coach for women, author, speaker, and exotic dance instructor with a master's degree in marriage and family therapy. I created Your Unapologetic Life for the woman who is done people pleasing, done comparing herself to everyone else, and done tolerating relationships and situations that leave her feeling invisible, exhausted, and never quite enough.I have built my confidence the hard way. I spoke up when I was terrified. I traveled alone. I moved across the country by myself more than once. I danced on stage as an exotic dancer and learned that confidence has nothing to do with having the perfect body and everything to do with deciding you are worth taking up space. I dated with standards, figured out what I actually wanted, and stopped apologizing for it.My coaching is not a formal weekly call you have to schedule weeks in advance. It is real time support via text and voice notes, like having your most honest best friend in your pocket, the one who sees exactly what is holding you back, calls it out with love, and helps you rewrite the story you have been telling yourself for years.On this podcast you'll find real conversations about body confidence, dating, self worth, people pleasing, anxious attachment, and what it actually takes to show up as the most unapologetic version of yourself. No toxic positivity. No fluff. No sugarcoating.If you are ready to stop settling and start living out loud, you are in the right place.DM me on Instagram: Morgan's InstagramContact me HERE: Morgan's Contact Page