The Main Character Experience™ Podcast

By Kala C. Simmons, MSW | Confidence & Authenticity Coach

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The Main Character Experience™ is a mindset and personal growth podcast hosted by Kala C. Simmons (professionally known as Kala Simmons) Master Social Worker, Certified Life Coach, and Confidence Strategist, dedicated to helping Black women heal toxic patterns, rebuild their identity, and walk in unshakable confidence as the Main Character of their life.


If you’re a Black woman starting over in life, love, career, or healing—welcome home.


Created by Kala Simmons, this podcast is for women who feel stuck, overlooked, or exhausted from shrinking in rooms they were born to own. Each episode delivers no-fluff coaching, empowering mindset shifts, and emotional mastery tools rooted in identity development, self-worth, boundaries, and bold personal transformation.


Inside The Main Character Experience™, Kala C. Simmons guides you through real conversations and practical strategies to help you:


• Rebuild confidence after a breakup, breakdown, or breakthrough
 • Set boundaries without guilt, people-pleasing, or backtracking
 • Navigate career pivots and purpose shifts in your 30s, 40s, and beyond
 • Heal your relationship with yourself so you stop performing for validation
 • Step fully into your Main Character Era™ with power, peace, and presence

This podcast centers the lived experiences, emotional labor, and brilliance of Black women navigating fresh starts—but growth has no shade card. If you’re a woman who values truth, healing, accountability, and a little side-eye-worthy humor along the way, you belong here.


Through raw storytelling, mindset coaching, and identity-level work, Kala Simmons helps you stop playing small and start showing up as the woman you’ve always been.


✨ Your next chapter starts now. Are you ready to take up space?

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Episode Date
The Cost of Being the Strong Friend: How to Stop Overfunctioning & Return to Yourself
May 26, 2026
I Rebuilt My Entire Life After Divorce, Burnout & Rock Bottom
May 19, 2026
The Difference Between Support and Saving | Motherhood, Boundaries, Adult Children & Letting Go Without Guilt
May 12, 2026
I’m Outgrowing My Old Self: The Truth About Personal Growth, Letting Go & Identity Shifts
May 05, 2026
When “No” Reveals Everything: Navigating Transactional Friendships
Apr 21, 2026
How to Stop Reacting to Everything | Emotional Regulation, Boundaries & Protecting Your Energy
Apr 14, 2026
If You Aren’t Changing Your Life, You’re Choosing It
Apr 07, 2026
When You Set Boundaries and Become the Villain
Mar 24, 2026
The Burnout Recovery Nobody Talks About
Mar 17, 2026
3 Things I Did When My Anxiety Was Overwhelming Me
Mar 10, 2026
Not Everyone Is Your Assignment
Feb 24, 2026
From Extensions to Authenticity: The Identity Shift Behind My Natural Hair Journey
Feb 17, 2026
The Cost of Being Convenient: Why Everyone Loved the Old You (And Why They’ll Hate the New You)
Feb 10, 2026
You Think You Need Organization.. BUT You actually Need This
Feb 03, 2026
How to Make Confident Decisions Without Overthinking
Jan 27, 2026
Owning Who You Are Now: Identity Shifts, Confidence, & Letting Go of Old Versions of Yourself
Jan 20, 2026
The Motivation Myth: Why Waiting to “Feel Like It” Is Keeping You Stuck, Broke, & Inconsistent
Jan 13, 2026
New Year, Same You—But Elevated: Why Ownership Beats Motivation Every Time
Jan 06, 2026
What Storyline Are You Leaving Behind in 2025? | How to Rewrite Your Life, Build Confidence & Step Into Your Main Character Era
Dec 30, 2025
Why You Feel Behind in Life (And What to Do Before the Year Ends)
Dec 23, 2025
Exhausted, Elevated & Entering Year 39
Dec 11, 2025
Stop Waiting for January: Your New Life Starts Now
Dec 02, 2025
Holiday Anxiety: How to Protect Your Peace When You Go Home
Nov 25, 2025
The Process Is What Builds You
Nov 18, 2025
I Almost Talked Myself Out of Support
Nov 10, 2025
Fear Is Your Level-Up Signal
Nov 05, 2025
Main Character Energy vs. Main Character Syndrome — Know the Difference
Oct 28, 2025
Becoming HER Again: The Main Character Reset You Didn’t Know You Needed
Oct 16, 2025
Feeling Drained by Social Media? Do This Instead
Oct 07, 2025
Letting Go & Leveling Up: How to End September Strong
Sep 30, 2025
Morning Routine for Confidence & Success
Sep 23, 2025
Grief, Chaos & Resilience: How to Keep Going When Life Feels Too Heavy
Sep 16, 2025
The Great Lock-In: Recommit, Reset, and Own Your Main Character Era
Sep 09, 2025
Doom Scrolling, Drama, and Protecting Your Peace
Sep 02, 2025
The Rewrite Recap: Gratitude, Growth, and Your Next Step
Aug 25, 2025
4 Excuses Keeping You from Rewriting Your Story (And Why They’re Wrong)
Aug 18, 2025
3 Signs You Need a Rewrite (Your Plot Twist Is Closer Than You Think)
Aug 12, 2025
Wrongfully Accused: How One Terrifying Encounter Changed My Life
Aug 05, 2025
How to Stop Playing Small and Step Into Your Calling
Jul 29, 2025
Picking People Apart Won’t Put You Back Together
Jul 22, 2025
How to Process Your Emotions Without Spiraling: 4 Steps to Heal, Release, and Regulate
Jul 15, 2025
You Took A Break... Here's Why You Still Feel Broken
Jul 08, 2025
🧨 Freedom to Feel: The Most Radical Independence of All
Jul 04, 2025
This Is Why Your Coping Skills Aren't Working Anymore
Jun 26, 2025
4 Identity Shifts That Helped Me Rewrite My Life
Jun 17, 2025
The Truth About Safety, Support, and Sitting on the Ledge
Jun 10, 2025
Is It Self-Sabotage… or Just “Bad Timing”? Let’s Talk Sis.
Jun 03, 2025
The Day I Chose Me: A Love Letter to the Woman Who’s Tired
May 27, 2025
No Fluff. All Fire 🙌🏾🔥
May 23, 2025
Rocking the Mic in Real Time (Even on 7% Battery & a Flat Tire 😅)
May 21, 2025
Fear is NOT the Author Of Your Story... It's Time To Take Back The Mic
May 13, 2025
Are Negative Thoughts Controlling Your Life? How to Take Back the Script
May 06, 2025
Major Rebrand. Major Moves. How to Step Into Your Main Character Era & Level Up Your Life This May
Apr 29, 2025
The Plot Twist No One Saw Coming: 3 Easy Steps To A Brand New YOU!
Apr 22, 2025
30 Days of Video Content: The Real Tea on Confidence and Consistency
Apr 15, 2025
3 Bold Truths, You Didn't Know You Needed This Week
Apr 08, 2025
Overcoming Fear & Perfectionism: The Power of Showing Up
Apr 01, 2025
The Two Hardest Lessons I Had to Learn & How to Conquer Fear
Mar 25, 2025
My Story & Why I'm the Main Character Coach
Mar 19, 2025
If Self-Help Isn't Helping... Try This
Mar 11, 2025
Reclaiming Your Main Character Energy: Tap Back In
Mar 04, 2025
Self-Love, Self-Worth, & The Power Of Raising The Bar
Feb 25, 2025
How To Romanticize Your Life & Step Into Your Main Character Era Pt. 2
Feb 20, 2025
How to Romanticize Your Life & Step into Your Main Character Era Pt. 1
Feb 18, 2025
If You Believe These 3 Myths, Self-Love Will Always Feel Out of Reach
Feb 13, 2025
Stay Grounded, Stay Powerful: Taking Back Control of Your Mind & Energy
Feb 04, 2025
The Girlfriends Guide to Main Character Energy: Own Your Power, Rewrite Your Story
Jan 28, 2025
3 Survival Tips For Brown Girls To Stay Sane & Strong Over The Next Four Years
Jan 20, 2025
From Fear to Freedom: How To Break Out Of Your Comfort Zone & Thrive
Jan 16, 2025
5 Power Systems to Crush Your 2025 Goals
Jan 07, 2025
From Comparison To Comeback: Let's End 2024 with Confidence and Hope
Dec 31, 2024
The Night Before Christmas- Read By Coach K
Dec 24, 2024
3 Simple Strategies for Surviving the Holiday (P.S. #3 Is The Permission You Didn't Know You Were Waiting On)
Dec 24, 2024
My Latest Flop! Yep... Even As The Main Character It Still Happens
Dec 19, 2024
That One Time.... I Allowed My Comfort Zone Keep Me From Success.... 👀🤦🏾‍♀️
Dec 17, 2024
Stop Saving The Dress: 38 Truths for a Life Worth Living"
Dec 12, 2024
And Then... I Stood On Their Couch
Dec 03, 2024
Just Pass The Cornbread: 4 Strategies for Healing In The Environment That Broke You
Nov 26, 2024
Where Do You Need To Get In The Ring?
Nov 19, 2024
The Secret To Shifting Your Identity & Embracing Your Highest Potential
Nov 14, 2024
My Latest Rejection Story, And What I Have Learned
Nov 07, 2024
Big Announcement & Kommunity Updates
Oct 31, 2024
How To Intentionally Make Space For What Is Meant For You
Oct 24, 2024
Prepare For The Shift
Oct 17, 2024
Elevate This. Elevate Your Life.
Oct 10, 2024
Give Yourself Permission
Oct 03, 2024
Big Changes Coming Down The Pipeline!
Sep 23, 2024
I Thought I Would Never Genuinely Smile, Again
Sep 19, 2024
Are You Constantly Seeking A Villan?
Sep 16, 2024
Sometimes, God Ruins Your Plans: My Story
Sep 12, 2024
Are You Watching From The Sideline? Or Are You In The Game?
Sep 09, 2024
There's Still Time... Welcome September!
Sep 02, 2024
The Simple Habit That Has Saved Me Over And Over
Aug 29, 2024
The Tough Lesson I Learned From a 7 Year Old...
Aug 26, 2024
This is the First Step to Emotional Mastery
Aug 23, 2024
Check out this Simple Strategy for Communicating Your Feelings...
Aug 22, 2024
Where Are You Not Being Transparent About Your Feelings?
Aug 19, 2024
This Message Will Self-Destruct
Aug 15, 2024
How You Answer This Question Directly Impacts Your Happiness & Success
Aug 12, 2024
Who Do You Need To Become?
Aug 05, 2024
The Art Of Assessing Your Yes
Aug 01, 2024
Simple Questions To Help You Determine If You Are A People Pleaser...
Jul 29, 2024
So... Why Are You A People Pleaser?
Jul 25, 2024
3 Ways People Pleasing Is Sabotaging Your Happiness
Jul 22, 2024
Election Year Got You Amped?
Jul 19, 2024
3 Mistakes You're Making When It Comes To Overcoming People Pleasing
Jul 18, 2024
When's The Last Time You Lost Connection?
Jul 15, 2024
Calling All People Pleasers! Let's Talk About It...
Jul 11, 2024
Your Inner Child & It's Impact On Adulthood
Jul 08, 2024
What's the Difference Between Life Coaching & Therapy?
Jul 05, 2024
Where Has This One Thing Slowed You Down?
Jul 01, 2024
What's the Difference Between Life Coaching & Therapy?
Jun 30, 2024
What is Life Coaching, Anyway? An Interview With My Coach, Crissy Conner
Jun 28, 2024
And Now... A Lesson I Learned From My Dog
Jun 27, 2024
What If You Rolled The Dice On You?
Jun 24, 2024
Boundaries & Rewriting My Narrative... What I Didn't Know... & What It Cost Me
Jun 20, 2024
Where Do You Need To Set Boundaries For Yourself?
Jun 17, 2024
Why Are Boundaries So Important To Me?
Jun 13, 2024
Imagine Just For A Moment.... #GetRooted
Jun 10, 2024
Teatime: How I Demonstrated Emotional Boundaries This Week
Jun 06, 2024
The Girlfriend's Guide Turns One!
Jun 04, 2024
Where Are You Playing Small?
Jun 03, 2024
5 Ways To Say NO This Summer (Or Any Other Time)
May 30, 2024
Where Can You Slow Down?
May 27, 2024
Boundaries 101: 4 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Lending Anything
May 23, 2024
How Long Are You Going to Stay Stuck?
May 20, 2024
3 Ways Boundaries Strengthen Relationships & Build Trust
May 16, 2024
What Do Emotional Boundaries Sound Like?
May 14, 2024
Oh, What A Journey! Episode 100
May 13, 2024
What Are Boundaries, Anyway?
May 09, 2024
Lace Your Boots Up; You're Invited
May 07, 2024
How Is Your Childhood Influencing Your Boundaries?
May 06, 2024
The Big Hairy Secret That NO ONE Tells You About Boundaries
May 02, 2024
What Story Are You Choosing To Tell?
Apr 29, 2024
3 Signs Your Boundaries Blow And You May Need Support
Apr 25, 2024
The One Place You'd Never Guess You Need Better Boundaries
Apr 22, 2024
I Became The Main Character of My Life and This Drastically Improved For Me
Apr 18, 2024
No More Excuses... Meet Me There!
Apr 16, 2024
Got Boundaries?
Apr 15, 2024
3 Lessons I've learned from being the Main Character of My Life
Apr 11, 2024
Where Can You Flip The Switch?
Apr 08, 2024
This Has Hands Down Been My Greatest Lesson In Personal Development and Self-Worth
Apr 04, 2024
Giving Yourself Grace During This Season....
Apr 01, 2024
This Single Thing Can Predict How Successful You Will Be
Mar 28, 2024
What Would You Do If You Couldn't Fail?
Mar 25, 2024
I Didn't Make This Decision Lightly...
Mar 18, 2024
Who TF Do I Serve?
Mar 14, 2024
Progress Over Perfection
Mar 11, 2024
There's Still Plenty Of Time!
Mar 07, 2024
How Long Are You Going To Be A Stage Hand?
Mar 04, 2024
How Beyoncé's New Album screams: MAIN CHARACTER ENERGY
Feb 29, 2024
Are you the Main Character of your Life?
Feb 26, 2024
3 Ways to Embody MAIN CHARACTER ENERGY Starting Today!
Feb 22, 2024
Riddle Me This... What's Your Theme Song?
Feb 19, 2024
Wear The Damn Shoes
Feb 15, 2024
When Is The Last Time You Gave Up On A Goal? And Why
Feb 12, 2024
3 Ways To Enhance Your Goal Success Starting Today (Psst! Number 2 Is A Game Changer)
Feb 08, 2024
What Would You Tell Your Childhood Self?
Feb 05, 2024
A Little Tough Love: It's Time To Do the Work
Feb 01, 2024
Let's Talk About The Perfect Day
Jan 29, 2024
3 Main Excuses That Are Blocking Your Growth
Jan 25, 2024
Riddle Me This: How Are You Making Your Mark?
Jan 22, 2024
They Didn't Pick Me: My Most Recent Rejection Story
Jan 18, 2024
Riddle Me This... Take 2: Compelling Questions to Challenge and Change You
Jan 15, 2024
Use This Quick Hack To Take Your Power Back
Jan 11, 2024
Riddle Me This... Starting Something New
Jan 08, 2024
3 Questions to Kick Off 2024 With A New Attitude
Jan 04, 2024
10 Ways to Start Your New Year With A Bang!
Jan 01, 2024
Operation Twenty 24... Are You Ready For This?
Dec 28, 2023
Merry Christmas, Gorgeous!
Dec 26, 2023
Navigating Grief and Loss This Holiday: The Masterclass
Dec 21, 2023
Let's Talk About Grief
Dec 19, 2023
Dress Me Slowly, I'm In A Hurry
Dec 14, 2023
Chapter 37... The Duality of Growth & Aging
Dec 12, 2023
The Importance of Managing Your Intake
Dec 04, 2023
Self-Acceptance Trumps Acceptance From Others
Nov 30, 2023
Take a Moment To Catch Your Breath
Nov 27, 2023
Healing During The Holidays
Nov 22, 2023
Sis, Don't Take It Personal...
Nov 16, 2023
Know The Power Of Controlling Your Availability
Nov 13, 2023
My Best Advice For The Anxious Girl This Holiday Season
Nov 09, 2023
For The Girl Who's Not So Holly Jolly This Season...
Nov 06, 2023
The 3 Hardest Lessons, I've Learned As A Coach This Year
Nov 02, 2023
Are You Ready To Be THAT GIRL? Check out these 6 Easy Steps!
Oct 31, 2023
How to Become "THAT GIRL" in 6 Easy Steps
Oct 30, 2023
A Gentle Reminder About Rest
Oct 27, 2023
4 Tips For Learning to Rest Starting RIGHT NOW
Oct 23, 2023
7 Ways You Are Self-Sabbatoaging Yourself
Oct 19, 2023
The Place I've Struggled Most In My Authenticity Journey
Oct 12, 2023
3 Reasons We Struggle To Show Up As Our Authentic Self
Oct 09, 2023
3 Things I've Learned About Authenticity On My Growth Journey!
Oct 05, 2023
Let's End This Year With A Bang! October PLANS and A Disclaimer
Oct 02, 2023
3 Mindset Shifts to Make Right Now to Change Your Life
Sep 28, 2023
5 Mindset Shifts to Make TODAY to Change Your Life
Sep 25, 2023
New Wind Down Challenge? 5 Steps To Do After 7pm To CHANGE Your Life
Sep 21, 2023
The Mom Mindset That Changed The World
Sep 18, 2023
The Most Monumental Mindset Hack: Failure, Perserverance, and Staying HYPE
Sep 14, 2023
Did You Hear This? A Candid Chat On Love Languages With The Love of My Life
Sep 12, 2023
Relationships and Currency: A Chat With The Love of My Life
Sep 11, 2023
Do You Have An Anthem? Mindset and Music
Sep 07, 2023
The Ikea Effect And How It's Influencing Your Relationship Choices
Sep 04, 2023
My NEXT Big Thing! You're going to want to hear this! I Guarantee It's For You!
Aug 31, 2023
Healing is a Journey! What to Expect As You Navigate Growth and Change
Aug 28, 2023
Let's Talk Self-Commitment! What is it? Why is it important? How do I implement it?
Aug 24, 2023
Managing High Functioning Anxiety
Aug 21, 2023
5 Key Benefits of Emotional Mastery! Number 4 Make Shock You
Aug 18, 2023
Emotional Mastery and The 5 Love Languages
Aug 15, 2023
3 Tips for Combating Superwoman Syndrome
Aug 10, 2023
Don't Forget To Unplug and Check-In
Aug 07, 2023
Frenemies and Other Empath Struggles
Aug 03, 2023
How Willingly Getting Uncomfortable Changed My Life
Jul 31, 2023
3 Monumental Truths About Boundaries
Jul 27, 2023
What is Self-Love? And Why is it Important?
Jul 24, 2023
Make Time For Rest Or You'll Have To Make Time To Recover
Jul 20, 2023
It's Controversial, But We Have to Address it: Let's Talk AI
Jul 17, 2023
How To Get It All Done. The Ultimate Guide to Crushing Your "To Do" List.
Jul 12, 2023
Three Things Every Girl Should Know
Jul 10, 2023
The Secret to Eternal Youth... It's So Simple...
Jul 05, 2023
You've Been Wondering What You're Missing... It's This
Jul 03, 2023
It's Not To Late... It's Just Time To Refocus
Jun 30, 2023
Fearing Failure Is Holding You Back
Jun 26, 2023
Confidence: It All Starts With A Decision
Jun 19, 2023
The Most Common Misconception About Fresh Starts
Jun 16, 2023
The Simple Secret to Fresh Starts
Jun 12, 2023
Let’s Talk Confidence
Jun 07, 2023
My Story: How I Became the Queen of Fresh Starts
Jun 05, 2023
Welcome to The Girlfriend's Guide to Starting Over
Jun 03, 2023