The Satisfied AF podcast is the place to learn how to create a life and career that’s wildly delicious. Want a steamier sex life? We’ve got you. Want a more satisfying career? We’ll cover that too. And you can be sure we’ll spend lots of time talking about how to build connected, fun relationships that can handle life’s ups and downs. No matter what goals you’re working on, this show will help you create a one-of-a-kind life that’s just right for you. Join Life and Career Coach Kori Linn and ...
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201. Stop Waiting for Your Partner to Read Your Mind
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Ever wish your partner could just know what you want without you having to spell it out? In this episode of Satisfied AF, I dive into why this common mindset leads to disappointment, frustration, and resentment—and how it’s keeping you from the deep connection you crave. I’ll explore why you might expect your partner to read your mind, the damage i…
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When people talk about burnout, they generally mean work burnout, but something I’ve seen over and over again with clients, friends, and even myself is that you can experience burnout in pretty much any facet of your life. Think marriage burnout, parenting burnout, and political burnout just to name a few. In this episode you’ll learn: Why and how …
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199. When You Get What You Want (And It Doesn’t Solve Your Problems)
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As a coach, I help clients get what they want, whether that’s a new job, a better handle on their finances, a more connected relationship with their sweetie, or anything else. But sometimes, getting what you want doesn’t feel the way you think it will. Your goals have been achieved and your life is deeply satisfying, but you may run into a sense of…
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198. How to Feel Confident in Your Relationship
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Whether you’ve been with your significant other a few months, a few years, or even a few decades, you may have doubts and insecurities. Do they love you as much as you love them? Are they the right choice? Is this relationship built to last? If you want to shift those lingering uncertainties into confidence and enjoy your relationship more, this we…
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Sometimes, you’re in a situation with no good options. You’re laid off, the job market sucks, and you’re woefully unprepared to hit the ground running on landing a new role. Or you find out your significant other has been cheating, and you don’t want to leave them, but you also don’t know how you could ever forgive them. Or you injure yourself and …
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Networking gets a bad rap, sometimes for good reason. It can feel awkward and uncomfortable to attend a networking event, talk to new people, and try to build genuine relationships from the ground up. But networking can also be extremely helpful for building a professional community, breaking into a new company or industry, and moving your career f…
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Getting started is hard. Whether you’re updating your resume, building a slick powerpoint deck for the monthly business review meeting, or even just folding those clothes that have been in the dryer for six days, it can be a challenge to get yourself going. This week’s episode will explain why this happens and what you can do instead. Next thing yo…
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As the US’s politics become increasingly divisive, folks are feeling more and more stressed about elections big and small. And that’s especially true of 2024’s presidential election. Tune in this week to learn how to use coaching tools to manage your election stress. In this episode you’ll learn: How to use coaching to navigate election stress. A p…
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In today's fast-paced, high-pressure world, many people grapple with feelings of dissatisfaction and depression. While these emotions can sometimes overlap, it's crucial to understand the distinct differences between them. While coaching is a good fit for digging into dissatisfaction (and making changes so that you feel more ease, delight, and conf…
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192. Achieving Your Goals in 15 Minutes a Day with Liz
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This week we’re joined by my client, Liz, who will share how one on one coaching impacted her writing, career, and overall self esteem. In this episode you’ll learn: Why lowering the stakes for success can actually lead to a lot more of it. How to get yourself to work on your big goals daily without burning out. Why it’s so important to make workin…
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191. Capitalism Thrives on Your Dissatisfaction
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In a capitalist society, you are socialized to feel deeply dissatisfied with your life from the moment you are born. This is not an accident. Capitalism thrives on your dissatisfaction, both in how that drives consumerism and in how it cultivates overworking. Today’s episode will explore how capitalist economies benefit from dissatisfied people, th…
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When I worked with Marriage Coach Maggie Reyes a few years ago, she taught me the concept of a six second kiss. This is a couples' connection tool from the Gottman Institute, and it's so powerful for establishing (or re-establishing) a sexy physical connection. Catch this week's full episode to learn more about the six second kiss and how you can s…
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When does the idea of deserving something help you achieve it? When does it drive you further away from your goals instead? Tune in this week for a fun and eye opening discussion about this concept that both motivates us to pursue our dreams AND also sometimes gets us into trouble along the way. In this episode you’ll learn: Why the idea of “deserv…
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Getting what you want isn’t always easy. Landing a new job, paying down debt, dating to find a partner - these things can be difficult. You may find yourself putting them off, not wanting to spend your precious time doing the boring, unenjoyable steps required. This week’s episode will introduce a new way to think about working towards your goals, …
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187. How to Decide if You Want Kids with Special Guest Kelsey
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Join me this week as I chat with (and live coach) my client, Kelsey. We’ll talk through the recent coaching we did on whether or not Kelsey wants to have children, and we’ll coach through some remaining concerns she has about her decision. What you’ll learn from this episode: One way to tackle making a big decision, especially if you feel a lot of …
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186. How to Succeed at Practically Anything
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What you’ll learn from this episode: Whether you want to learn to knit a sweater or get a new job or move to Portugal, this podcast episode will help. We’re discussing five steps to succeed at practically anything, and they apply to pretty much any goal you could have. In this episode you’ll learn: 5 steps you can use on repeat to succeed at practi…
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Have you ever needed to make a decision but just couldn’t choose? Fake Oracle Decision Making can help! I made up this coaching tool on a call recently and it helped my client so much I knew I needed to share it with you right away! What you’ll learn from this episode: What FODM is and how it came to exist as a coaching tool. Why FODM can move you …
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Do you feel overwhelmed with the sheer amount of work in your life, not just at your job but also in your roles as parent, sibling, spouse, and more? You’re not alone. Burnout is very common, but that doesn’t mean you’re doomed. This week, we’re covering the six factors that cause burnout and how you can address each of them. What you’ll learn from…
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183. How to Create a Career That Truly Delights You with Dr. Sara
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Join us this week for a conversation with Kori’s friend and client, Dr. Sara, as she shares about her coaching journey, including landing her dream job 10-15 years ahead of schedule. What you’ll learn from this episode: Why you should apply for jobs you want even if you think you’re not qualified. What kind of support you might want in place when y…
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It never feels good to let yourself down, but it’s part of life. So let’s have a conversation about how to take care of yourself (and set yourself up to do better in the future) when you find yourself in a sticky situation where you didn’t live up to your own ideals. What you’ll learn from this episode: 3 key steps for moving through disappointment…
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There’s so much encouragement everywhere to set and maintain boundaries, and I get it. Boundaries can be so helpful for creating your satisfying AF life. And also, not all boundaries are created (or delivered) equally. Tune in this week for the low down on what to do (and what *not* to do) when it comes to setting boundaries in your relationships, …
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180. Glimmers & Triggers: Little Moments with Big Impact
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You may have heard of triggers, but what about glimmers? While a trigger is a situation in which you’re reminded of a painful experience and may even find yourself in a stress response like fight or flight, a glimmer is a situation in which you feel positive emotions like safety or joy. Identifying and engaging with your glimmers is a simple tool y…
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179. Leaving a High Demand Religion with Sara Bybee Fisk
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Shedding your old social conditioning can be a tricky feat, and this can especially true when you come from a high-demand religion. Join Kori and her guest Sara Bybee Fisk for a conversation about how to step away from “shoulds” and into satisfaction, even when you come from a background that deeply ingrained its beliefs into you. What you’ll learn…
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No one wants to be a burden, but learning how to ask for help - and receive it - is an essential skill for relationships, the workplace, and more. What you’ll learn from this episode: How to ask for and receive support. Why receiving support doesn’t make you a burden. Why it’s ok to allow others to do labor or effort on your behalf. How to cultivat…
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Making friends as an adult is so hard! Or is it? This week we discuss simple, doable steps you can take to make new friends, even if that’s something you literally haven’t done since second grade. What you’ll learn from this episode: What makes building adult friendships hard and how to overcome it. 4 actions to start taking to make new friends. Th…
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176. 5 Things to Start Doing Immediately if You Want Better Relationships
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What’s the secret to the most loving, connected relationships? And how can you create a sense of emotional safety with your person, whether they’re a romantic partner, friend, or family member? This week’s episode is based on an Instagram reel I shared that went somewhat viral. Learn five things to start doing immediately if you want better relatio…
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175. How Coaching Can Change Your Life with Clair
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Clair is a global Content Creation and Creative Operations leader, Strategic Advisor, and Community Builder focused on helping clients meet the needs of today’s content velocity. When she first found me, she wasn’t clear on how to take her business to the next level or if she should even be trying. Hear Clair’s thoughts on working with me, both in …
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If you’re protecting yourself by keeping your life small and contained as a way of avoiding potential devastation, chances are you feel trapped in a life that feels unsatisfying. The risk of trying and facing rejection is painful. However, the fear of potentially being destroyed by a negative outcome also stops you from experiencing wonder and deli…
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173. Privileged and Marginalized Identities
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As a white, queer woman who is a citizen of the United States, I belong to both privileged and marginalized groups. You may also belong to both groups in different ways, and it’s worth questioning the socialization you’ve received on both ends of the spectrum. That’s why, for the purposes of creating a satisfying life and career that’s uniquely des…
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What are you allergic to? I don’t mean physically. I mean emotionally, intellectually, or in any other way. Experts will often tout one way of doing something as being better than others, but they don’t take into account everyone’s preferences or metaphorical allergies. For you to create a deeply satisfying life, it’s your job to become aware of wh…
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Drinking alcohol is a topic I’ve personally been deeply coached on and one on which I often coach my clients. In a world where alcohol is both celebrated and frowned upon, you’re not alone if changing this habit feels like an uphill battle. So this week, I’m inviting you to question the narratives you hold about drinking alcohol. Hear the benefits …
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Whether it’s something as mundane as getting sick or bigger surprises that throw a spanner in the works, we know that things don’t always go according to plan. That’s why a wildly satisfying life must include rest and recovery. This means taking care of the reality that presents itself, even if it’s not what you would prefer. Hear what rest and rec…
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As humans, we have some power, control, and sway over certain outcomes in our lives. However, powerful as we may be, there will undoubtedly be things that are outside our sphere of influence. While we often talk about how to use the power we do have to fuel the lives we want, it’s time to discuss the other side of the coin. This is where the concep…
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Oftentimes when we’re working towards a goal, we catch ourselves doing other non-goal-related things. Whatever your preferred flavor of distraction may be, it’s undeniable that it gives us a sense of enjoyment in our lives. While distraction might be taking you further away from your goal in the moment, the truth is it can be used on purpose, and t…
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As humans, we all make decisions that give us instant gratification in the moment, even if we know there will be consequences to deal with in the future. This is a super common headspace to be in, but it’s also an active choice we make. Rather than being in conflict with and feeling animosity towards your future self, this week, I’m inviting you to…
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How are you saying goodbye to 2023? Is it a loving and appreciative goodbye for all the amazing things you experienced and created this year? Is it a bittersweet one? Whether you’re ready to recreate the success you’ve experienced in 2023, or want a wildly different future in 2024, you get to choose. Join me this week as we say goodbye to 2023, say…
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There’s this romanticized idea that other people should just know what we want and read our minds. We think that’s better in some way than making direct requests, negotiating for more of what we want, or setting and honoring boundaries. However, it is not other people’s jobs to mind-read. And refusing to use your words is creating a ton of unnecess…
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What does your most ideal, dreamy AF Holiday season look like? The Holidays bring with them a number of common stressors, but you are ultimately in control of your experience. I'm sharing my tried-and-true formula for enjoying the holidays, and the great news is that it also applies to any situation you’re facing. If you’re ready to cultivate more …
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If you want to have magical relationships that feel satisfying this holiday season and beyond, but aren’t sure where to start when it comes to giving and receiving, you’re in the right place. Tune in to find out how to use the concept I share in this episode to foster deeper connections, and my top tips for creating a stress-free gift-giving-and-re…
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No matter the feeling, whether positive or negative, the emotional landscape of your life offers so much wisdom. However, you can’t access it if you aren’t fluent in its language. Whatever it is you’re chasing, what you’re really pursuing is a bodily sensation. This is why developing body fluency is vital. Join me on this episode to learn why body …
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Most of us would identify as experts at anticipating problems. We expend a lot of our time and energy thinking about what could go wrong, or how something could be challenging. This is a powerful skill that’s part and parcel of creating your dream life, but it’s also one that can be extremely limiting when left unquestioned. Living a satisfied AF l…
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If you identify as a high achiever or perfectionist, it can feel incredibly uncomfortable to try something new that you don’t already believe you’re great at. However, trying is not something to be ashamed of. Being willing to try is all about giving yourself the opportunity to learn, grow, and get better at something new. Join me on this episode t…
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Is there something you really want but you’re deeply scared of going after it and you can’t figure out why? There can be lots of reasons why we don’t take action even though we want to. This week I want to talk about a reason that might not have occurred to you, one you might not even be aware exists at all. Join me today to learn about the science…
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158. Welcome to the Satisfied AF Podcast!
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Welcome to the Satisfied AF podcast! If you’re a long-time listener of the show, you’ll know that we talk about so much more than just your career here on the podcast. That’s why, for a while now, I’ve been thinking about broadening the scope of the podcast to include more than just a primary focus on your work life. I’m all about intentionality an…
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Hi, I’m Kori Linn, and I teach women and AFAB nonbinary folks how to build wildly satisfying lives and careers. Life is too long and too short to spend it unsatisfied. So many people spend too much time feeling uninspired, unmotivated, and unaware of the absolute deliciousness that is available to them. Listen to me: You deserve a wildly satisfying…
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Where in your life are you saying “yes” to things without even thinking about it? We all do things with our time that we’d rather use to do something else, but when you say “yes” to everything, your calendar fills up and before you realize it, there’s no time left to do what feels yummy and delicious to you. I share a simple concept that has the ca…
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How often do you unconsciously use name-calling in the way you refer to yourself and other people? It’s colloquially acceptable to use name-calling as a form of language in our culture. What we don’t realize is how abusive and harmful it truly can be. Discover why name-calling is ultimately unkind, unloving, and demotivating, and how letting go of …
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Self-centeredness is defined as “a single-minded focus on one’s self and one’s own needs, desires, preferences, and problems.” It’s interesting that this is posed as a bad thing, isn’t it? You don’t have to center yourself if you don’t want to, but it’s worth considering how we’re discouraged from doing so. Reclaiming self-centeredness is about mak…
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Do you have powerful relationships? Are you rooted in a sense of belonging with your people? If you’re hungry for deep and meaningful relationships in your life, but wonder how to build, have, and sustain them, you’re in the right place. Join me today to learn how community impacts your health, longevity, and life satisfaction, and how to begin tak…
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153. Key Takeaways from 1.5 Years of Coaching
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I recently had my last coaching call with a client I’ve been working with for the past one and a half years. We were exploring the key takeaways she gained during this time, and what she shared was so good I had to discuss it on the podcast. This episode is a mix of both my client’s and my own lessons learned during our time coaching together. List…
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