Kim Kardashian Opens Up About Her Emotional Bar Exam Journey — Rediscovered Vulnerability, Regrouped Hope
Kim Kardashian has shared a deeply personal glimpse into her journey preparing for the California bar exam — and it’s as raw and emotional as you might expect.
In an 8-minute Instagram video, the reality star documented the roller-coaster of the two weeks leading up to the exam. For her, it was all or nothing: she canceled all work commitments, focused only on being a mom and studying, and leaned into the full intensity of her legal goal.
The Emotional Toll of Studying
Kim didn’t sugarcoat the struggle. In the video, she’s visibly exhausted, emotionally drained, and even tearful — admitting she felt like she was close to giving up. She shared that she would fall asleep watching her instructors’ lectures. It’s clear how much was on the line for her, and how much pressure she put on herself to succeed.
Confidence Before the Storm
Interestingly, despite the breakdowns, Kim recorded herself the day before the exam saying she felt calm and prepared. “I feel good,” she said. “I feel confident.” That tension — hope mixed with fear — captures how high the stakes were for her.
Facing the Results — and Moving Forward
Of course, since then the results came back: she announced she did not pass the exam. Still, in her closing remarks in the video, she made a powerful vow:
“This dream means too much to me to walk away from, so I’m going to keep studying, keep learning, and keep showing up for myself until I get there.” TMZ
She also noted that applicants in California can retake the bar exam — and she clearly plans to.
Behind the Public Struggle
A few other notes add context to her journey:
- Kim spent months preparing, studying up to nine hours a day.
- She used ChatGPT as part of her study process — though she admitted the AI often gave her incorrect answers.
- She also expressed frustration toward psychics who had told her she would pass — calling them “pathological liars” after failing.
- Her legal path has been long and unconventional: she passed the “baby bar” after multiple attempts, completed her apprenticeship, and publicly documented much of the journey.
Why This Matters
Kim’s video doesn’t just spotlight a celebrity facing a setback — it humanizes her in a way that’s rare for public figures. It shows her vulnerability, her relentless drive, and how deeply she cares about becoming a lawyer (not just in name, but in practice). For many, it might be inspiring: even with immense resources, the bar exam is hard. And even if she fails now, she’s framing the experience not as an end, but as fuel.
