What is your greatest fear is the first question Fxck Fear podcast host Catenya McHenry asks each of her guests. Without fail, there&#39;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, how to be more brave and what it means to live peacefully fulfilled.Recovering from a toxic narcissistic relationship, journalist, <a href="https://www.catenya.com/books/" rel="nofollow">author</a> of Married to a Narcissist and host <a href="https://www.catenya.com/" rel="nofollow">Catenya McHenry</a> reached a breaking point of the ways her abuser weaponized fear to control her into submission. But when she finally said “fuck fear,&#34; and remembered to harness her own power, she broke the cycle of abuse and became her own savior.

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Sometimes 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&#39;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, <a href="https://www.catenya.com/books/" rel="nofollow">Married to a Narcissist</a> 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 of things; how would she live, how would she raise her three children on her own, how would she survive, how would divorce negatively impact her children, and so much more.Season 4 includes seven episodes about<a href="https://www.catenya.com/announcing-season-4-fear-divorce-fck-fear-podcast/" rel="nofollow"> Fear + Divorce</a>. *Listen on Thursdays where ever you get your podcasts.

Fxck Fear Podcast Season 4– Speaking from lived experience about fears she endured before deciding to end her marriage, host Catenya McHenry focuses this season on Fear + Divorce. 

With the national divorce rate still riding close to 50%,   talking about this topic and all the fears that one experiences, especially if you’re divorcing a narcissist, is relevant, relatable and right now. 

In seven episodes, Catenya talks about fears she faced prior to divorce and post-divorce, how narcissists try to weaponize fear, fear of family court and custody issues, fear of being re-traumatized and fear of healing. Additionally, she reads emotionally gripping excerpts from her book. *Be sure to grab your copy here if you haven’t already.

With a new look, new content and experts guests joining– a family lawyer and a licensed therapist– this season is enlightening. Guests will share their stories and advice in hopes of inspiring listeners to be brave enough to break the cycle of abuse in their own lives and finally feel liberated to find more peace and freedom outside of a narcissistic relationship.



S4 : E1 \ Fear + Contemplating Divorce

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After 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.Catenya is not afraid to talk about the essence of release and relief and she talks about the experience of gratitude and peace– to finally be able to breathe. *New episodes every other Thursday. Listen to other episodes wherever you get your podcasts.

After a six-month hiatus to process, heal and deal with a sudden and unexpected death, host Catenya McHenry returns to talk about who passed away and how this 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.

Catenya is not afraid to talk about the essence of release and relief and she talks about the experience of gratitude and peace– to finally be able to breathe.


*New episodes every other Thursday. Listen to other episodes wherever you get your podcasts.

I Can Finally Breathe

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This 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, <a href="https://www.catenya.com/product/married-to-a-narcissist-book/" rel="nofollow">Married to a Narcissist</a>, she reveals, &#34;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.&#34;Vulnerability envelopes this episode as she talks about her fears, trepidations and anxiety during the decision-making process. Catenya shares how fear also propelled her to move forward with filing even though she was afraid of hurting her children.&#34;I was afraid that I might die an early death from crushing stress, and emotional turmoil and I realized there was no way I could continue to live that way. The divorce was my personal rescue mission.&#34;**New Episodes on Thursdays*Shop merch in the podcast <a href="https://www.catenya.com/podcast/merch/" rel="nofollow">boutique</a>

Deciding to Leave or Staying for the Children

This 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."

Vulnerability envelopes this episode as she talks not only about her fears, trepidations and anxiety during the decision-making process. Catenya shares how fear also propelled her to move forward with filing even though she was afraid of hurting her children.

"I was afraid that I might die an early death from crushing stress, and emotional turmoil and I realized there was no way I could continue to live that way. The divorce was my personal rescue mission."


*New Episodes on Thursdays*

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Season 4 of the Fuck Fear podcast is coming soon. This season&#39;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. &#34;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&#39;re divorcing a narcissist,&#34; 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 a weapon, custody issues, family court, fear of being re-traumatized, a fear of dating again, rediscovering yourself and who you are outside of the relationship, and ultimately, fears faced during the healing process.Experts and others will join this season to share their stories in hopes of inspiring and encouraging listeners to be brave enough to find more peace and freedom.

Season 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 a weapon, custody issues, family court, fear of being re-traumatized, a fear of dating again, rediscovering yourself and who you are outside of the relationship, and ultimately, fears faced during the healing process.

Experts and others will join this season to share their stories in hopes of inspiring and encouraging listeners to be brave enough to find more peace and freedom.

Announcing Season 4: Fear + Divorce

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Happy Birthday! February 22 marks one-year of the Fuck Fear podcast! It&#39;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 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/catenya/" rel="nofollow">GIVEAWAY</a>.

Happy 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.

S3:E12 \ Happy 1-Year, A Look Back

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&#34;This is a heroic act and whistleblowers help justice reach places where it would never be,&#34; 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 <a href="https://blowthewhistle.com/" rel="nofollow">Kreindler &amp; Associates</a> joins this episode to talk about why his practice is solely focused on representing whistleblowers and he gives insight about the abuse, emotional, psychological, and physical toll his clients experience throughout the process of deciding to blow the whistle on their company. &#34;Find a way to bring down the giant,&#34; says Mitch.Resources:<a href="https://www.whistleblowers.gov/" rel="nofollow">Whistleblower Protection Program</a><a href="https://whistleblowerrevolution.com/" rel="nofollow">Whistleblower Revolution</a> Podcast<a href="https://www.fraudinamerica.com/podcast" rel="nofollow">Fraud in America</a> Podcast<a href="https://www.whistleblowers.org/" rel="nofollow">National Whistleblower Center</a><a href="https://blowthewhistle.com/" rel="nofollow">Blowthewhistle.com</a>*NEW EPISODES ON THURSDAYS*

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 insight about the abuse, emotional, psychological, and physical toll his clients experience throughout the process of deciding to blow the whistle on their company. "Find a way to bring down the giant," says Mitch.

Resources:

Whistleblower Protection Program

Whistleblower Revolution Podcast

Fraud in America Podcast

National Whistleblower Center

Blowthewhistle.com

*NEW EPISODES ON THURSDAYS*

S3:E11 \ Fear of Being a Whistleblower

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Projection 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, &#39;you can&#39;t do that, or you won&#39;t be able to make that happen,&#39; It&#39;s not because they think you don&#39;t have the ability — they know you&#39;re able and capable and that&#39;s what scares them. The doubter is afraid of your success, afraid that you&#39;ll somehow be better than them, and afraid that you will outshine them. They are sometimes intimidated by your confidence. What they don&#39;t realize is that their doubt is your motivator to be greater, to do the thing they told you that you couldn&#39;t. In many cases their projection has less to do with you and more to do with their insecurities — and fears.New Episodes on Thursdays

Projection 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 are sometimes intimidated by your confidence. What they don't realize is that their doubt is your motivator to be greater, to do the thing they told you that you couldn't. In many cases their projection has less to do with you and more to do with their insecurities — and fears.

                                    New Episodes on Thursdays

S3: E10 \ How Others Project their Fears Onto You

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&#34;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,&#34; says Shari Foos, marriage and family therapist at <a href="https://www.thenarrativemethod.org/" rel="nofollow">The Narrative Method</a>.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 pandemic has limited human connection, exacerbating loneliness. She also talks about how dating after divorce sometimes creates a fear of being alone and a fear of not finding true love and companionship. *New Episodes on Thursdays*

"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 pandemic has limited human connection, exacerbating loneliness. She also talks about how dating after divorce sometimes creates a fear of being alone and a fear of not finding true love and companionship. 

                             *New Episodes on Thursdays*

S3: E9 \ Fear of Loneliness and Being Alone | Life

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If 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&#39;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 in their household and how that upbringing affected them in both positive and negative ways as adults.Marika also discusses how the fear of failure forces her to constantly perform under pressure- in extreme circumstances, and in a toxic work environment. She talks through how she kills the fear but how she&#39;s also learning to create boundaries and protect her peace. *New Episodes on Thursdays* Shop the podcast boutique <a href="https://www.catenya.com/podcast/merch/" rel="nofollow">here</a>

If 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 McHenry, 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 in their household and how that upbringing affected them in both positive and negative ways as adults.

Marika also discusses how the fear of failure forces her to constantly perform under pressure - in extreme circumstances, and in a toxic work environment. She talks through how she kills the fear but how she's also learning to create boundaries and protect her peace.

                          *New Episodes on Thursdays*

S3 : E7 \ Fear of Failure | Life, Career

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Power 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, including fear of retaliation, and why some sexual assault victims believe a crime never happened and what to do if you have been sexually assaulted.*New Episodes of Thursdays*Shop merch <a href="https://www.catenya.com/podcast/merch/" rel="nofollow">here</a>

Power 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, including fear of retaliation, and why some sexual assault victims believe a crime never happened and what to do if you have been sexually assaulted.

*New Episodes of Thursdays*

S3 : E6 \ Fear of Reporting Sexual Assault | Relationships, Life

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The 3-part series continues with the final episode, &#39;how fear of losing yourself in a relationship negatively affects children&#39; 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, <a href="https://www.catenya.com/s3-e3-fear-of-losing-yourself-in-a-relationship-pt-1-marriage/" rel="nofollow">Fear of Losing Yourself in Marriage</a>, Pam revealed she keeps a &#39;getaway box&#39; in the back of her closet that holds $1,000 cash and a Target uniform, in the event it&#39;s time to call her marriage quits. &#34;losing yourself starts with giving up your last name,&#34; says Pam.Part 2, <a href="https://tools.applemediaservices.com/podcast-episode/1000543726635?country=us" rel="nofollow">Fear of Losing Yourself in a Relationship</a>, looks at the detrimental affects of co-dependency in personal and professional relationships, and how those things contribute to a loss of self that&#39;s hard to regain.Be sure to catch all three episodes**New Episodes on Thursdays*Shop merch in the podcast <a href="https://www.catenya.com/podcast/merch/" rel="nofollow">boutique</a>

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 now 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 Target uniform, in the event it's time to call her marriage quits. "losing yourself starts with giving up your last name," says Pam. 

Part 2, Fear of Losing Yourself in a Relationship, looks at the detrimental affects of co-dependency in personal and professional relationships, and how those things contribute to a loss of self that's hard to regain. 

Be sure to catch all three episodes

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S3 : E5 \ Fear of Losing Yourself in a Relationship - Pt. 3 (Children)

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Our three-part series continues with episode two, &#39;fear of losing yourself in a relationship&#39; with guest Pam Benson Owens. On the Part 1 episode, <a href="https://www.catenya.com/s3-e3-fear-of-losing-yourself-in-a-relationship-pt-1-marriage/" rel="nofollow">Fear of Losing Yourself in Marriage</a>, Pam revealed she keeps a &#39;getaway box&#39; in the back of her closet that holds $1,000 and a change of clothes in the event it&#39;s time to call her marriage quits. &#34;Losing yourself starts with giving up your last name,&#34; 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 of co-dependency, and how those things contribute to a loss of self that&#39;s hard to regain. Today&#39;s topic is applicable to any relationship, whether personal or professional.**New Episodes on Thursdays*Shop merch in the podcast <a href="https://www.catenya.com/podcast/merch/" rel="nofollow">boutique</a>

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 of co-dependency, and how those things contribute to a loss of self that's hard to regain. Today's topic is applicable to any relationship, whether personal or professional.

**New Episodes on Thursdays*

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S3: E4 \ Fear of Losing Yourself in a Relationship - Pt. 2 (Relationships)

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&#34;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,&#34; 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 day marriage and relationships. The women speak honestly about how they each lost themselves in their respective marriages and how many women start their relationship journey losing -- starting with giving up their last name and why Pam says every woman should have a &#34;getaway box&#34; in the back of her closet.**NEW EPISODES ON THURSDAYS**More information about <a href="https://www.pamelabensonowens.com/" rel="nofollow">Pam</a>.Shop the podcast <a href="https://www.catenya.com/podcast/merch/" rel="nofollow">boutique</a>

"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 day marriage and relationships. The women speak honestly about how they each lost themselves in their respective marriages and how many women start their relationship journey losing - starting with giving up their last name and why Pam says every woman should have a "getaway box" in the back of her closet.

                      **NEW EPISODES ON THURSDAYS**

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S3 : E3 \ Fear of Losing Yourself in a Relationship - Pt. 1 (Marriage) | Relationships

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Protecting your peace is about a lot of things but most importantly, it&#39;s about deciding what to let go of that no longer serves you. Whether it&#39;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&#39;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 reaction to our boundaries, and even their demands on our time and our life. All of it is a peace disrupter. Catenya taps into her vulnerability and shares ways she&#39;s let fear steal her peace but she also talks through how to get back to a place of solace and tranquility.

Protecting 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, 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 reaction to our boundaries, and even their demands on our time and our life. All of it is a peace disrupter. Catenya taps into her vulnerability and shares ways she's let fear steal her peace but she also talks through how to get back to a place of solace and tranquility.

S3 : E2 \ Fear of Protecting Your Peace | Life

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&#34;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,&#34; says <a href="https://www.hannahshealing.com/" rel="nofollow">April Hannah</a>, spiritual coach and mental health therapist. &#34;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&#39;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 on Thursdays*Shop new merch in the <a href="https://www.catenya.com/podcast/merch/" rel="nofollow">boutique</a>.

"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.

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S3 : E1 \ Fear of Death | Life

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Relationships, 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.&#34;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,&#34; says Bonnie Winston, relationship expert and celebrity matchmaker.If you&#39;re being disrespected, mistreated, abused, belittled, de-humanized, existing in a toxic environment, and you know you need to call it quits or you know someone who needs to make that decision, this episode will speak to your heart and your core. Bonnie joins this last episode of season 2 to talk about how co-dependency develops, what keeps people in a relationship longer than they should, and why people are afraid to leave. She also offers strategies and steps for not only how to be more courageous to leave but also how to say fuck you to fear and find happiness and joy on the other side of that unfulfilling relationship.*New Episodes on Thursdays*Shop the podcast boutique <a href="https://www.catenya.com/podcast/merch/" rel="nofollow">here</a>

Relationships, 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, relationship expert and celebrity matchmaker.

If you're being disrespected, mistreated, abused, belittled, de-humanized, existing in a toxic environment, and you know you need to call it quits or you know someone who needs to make that decision, this episode will speak to your heart and your core. Bonnie joins this last episode of season 2 to talk about how co-dependency develops, what keeps people in a relationship longer than they should, and why people are afraid to leave. She also offers strategies and steps for not only how to be more courageous to leave but also how to say fuck you to fear and find happiness and joy on the other side of that unfulfilling relationship.

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S2: E15 \ Fear of Leaving A Relationship | Life, Relationships

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&#34;What else combats fear is knowledge,&#34; says DJ and reality show contestant Nicole Rosé Stillings. &#34;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 Bethenny Frankel. She also talks about how she worked through those fears using a beautiful <a href="https://bigqueenenergypod.com/mentor/" rel="nofollow">mindfulness manifest mindset</a>. You may be surprised about what else she talks about, as she shares some of the behind of scenes on the show.*New Episodes on Thursdays*Shop the podcast boutique for fantastic <a href="https://www.catenya.com/podcast/merch/" rel="nofollow">merch</a>.

"What else combats fear is knowledge," says DJ and reality show contestant Nicole Rose 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 Bethenny Frankel. She also talks about how she worked through those fears using a beautiful mindfulness manifest mindset. You may be surprised about what else she talks about, as she shares some of the behind of scenes on the show.

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S2: E14 \ Fears of Being a Reality Show Contestant

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With just over half the country vaccinated, there&#39;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&#39;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 <a href="https://www.vitalstatisticsconsulting.com/" rel="nofollow">Vital Statistics Consulting</a> and co-host of Unbiased Science podcast and her ER physician husband Dr. Ethan Chapin.Dr. Chapin talks about what he&#39;s witnessing in his Florida emergency room, what patients are telling him about why they refuse to get vaccinated, and the moral and emotional dilemmas he deals with everyday. Dr. Steier talks about the vaccination science, if the pandemic will ever be gone and much more. No politics, just science. Be sure to tune in!*New Episodes on Thursdays*Shop the podcast <a href="https://www.catenya.com/podcast/merch/" rel="nofollow">boutique</a>

With just over half the country vaccinated, there's lots of room to talk about why more people are not getting the shots. Many people 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 public 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 they refuse to get vaccinated, and the moral and emotional dilemmas he deals with everyday. Dr. Steier talks about the vaccination science, if the pandemic will ever be gone and much more. No politics, just science. Be sure to tune in! 

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S2: E13 \ Fear of Getting Vaccinated | Life

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Survivors 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, <a href="https://www.catenya.com/books/" rel="nofollow">Married to a Narcissist: Enduring the Struggle and Finding You Again</a>, 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 a short chapter titled &#34;The Grip of Fear,&#34; from her second book she&#39;s in process of writing. It expresses the electric shock of fear to the heart, body, and soul. Catenya also talks about how she broke the bounds of fear and anger and she offers guidance to her listeners on how they too can experience the joy and happiness of a liberated life.*New Episodes on Thursdays*Shop Merch in the Podcast Boutique <a href="https://www.catenya.com/podcast/merch/" rel="nofollow">here</a>

Survivors of narcissist relationships often experience some residual goop left over from the relationship like fear, anxiety, and PTSD sparked from the years, days. months, and weeks 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 with less tears and with more peace and wisdom. 

In this very personal episode though, she shares one of her fears and a short chapter titled "The Grip of Fear," from her second book she's in process of writing. It expresses the electric shock of fear to the heart, body, and soul. Catenya also talks about how she broke the bounds of fear and anger and she offers guidance to her listeners on how they too can experience the joy and happiness of a liberated life.

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S2 : E12\ The Grip of Fear | Life, Relationships

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&#34;Change is inevitable,&#34; says Radical Forgiveness Expert Kym Kennedy. &#34;It&#39;s something that&#39;s going to happen no matter what and the better we are at adapting to whatever changes come, the more successful we&#39;ll be. If you are doing the same thing all the time, you&#39;re not growing.&#34;Change is not only inevitable, it&#39;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&#39;re talking about why change is fearful.Audience favorite Kym Kennedy returns in season two to talk about the change she&#39;s experiencing and she talks through how others can experience the positive side of change. *New Episodes on Thursdays* Shop the Podcast Boutique <a href="https://www.catenya.com/podcast/merch/" rel="nofollow">here</a>

"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 favorite Kym Kennedy returns in season two to talk about the change she's experiencing and she talks through how others can experience the positive side of change.

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S2 : E11 \ Fear of Change | Life, Career, Relationships

Be Brave Enough to Live Without Fear

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, how to be more brave and what it means to live peacefully fulfilled.

Recovering from a toxic narcissistic relationship, journalist, author of Married to a Narcissist and host Catenya McHenry reached a breaking point of the ways her abuser weaponized fear to control her into submission. But when she finally said “fuck fear," and remembered to harness her own power, she broke the cycle of abuse and became her own savior.
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