Your Unapologetic Life - Obsessed With Women Being Confident

Morgan Barkus
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Real talk about confidence, dating, body image, people pleasing, and what it actually costs you to keep playing small. I'm Morgan Barkus, confidence coach, exotic dance instructor, and master's degree in therapy, here to help you stop settling and start showing up unapologetically in every area of your life. No fluff, no filters, and no sugar-coating. Honest conversations with remarkable women and solo episodes that hit different. Turn it up. Let's get into it.

  1. 9h ago

    90 - Confidence is Habit Stacking

    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.

  2. Aug 25

    89 - Reclaiming Your Body and Your Confidence with Felicia Hernandez of Gorditas Way

    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.com Follow her on Instagram at @gorditas_way Grab 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 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

  3. Aug 18

    88 - What Is Emotional Intelligence?

    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!

  4. Aug 12

    87 - If You Think You'll Be Alone Forever Start Here

    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 HERE And when you want best friend energy and results your therapist can't get you, let's talk: Schedule a Call HERE

  5. Aug 4

    86 - From Wedding Cakes to Magnetic Branding with Helen Thacker

    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: HERE Helen's Freebie on Visibility: HERE Morgan's Instagram: HERE Join the Confidence Club: HERE Find out about Morgan's 1:1 Coaching: HERE

  6. Jul 28

    85 - She Built a Women's Business Community from a Small Town in Wisconsin and It Became a Movement with Stephanie Ross

    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: HERE Her book and about Stephanie: HERE Morgan's Instagram: HERE Join the Confidence Club: HERE Find out about working with Morgan 1:1: HERE

  7. Jul 21

    84 - The Fastest Way to Build Confidence with Morgan Barkus

    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: HERE Join the Confidence Club: HERE Find me on Instagram: HERE Learn about working together 1:1: HERE

  8. Jul 14

    83 - How Your Astrology Chart Can Transform the Way You Market Yourself with Cytel Schults

    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: HERE Cytel's website: HERE Morgan's Instagram: HERE More about Morgan's coaching: HERE

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Real talk about confidence, dating, body image, people pleasing, and what it actually costs you to keep playing small. I'm Morgan Barkus, confidence coach, exotic dance instructor, and master's degree in therapy, here to help you stop settling and start showing up unapologetically in every area of your life. No fluff, no filters, and no sugar-coating. Honest conversations with remarkable women and solo episodes that hit different. Turn it up. Let's get into it.

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