Kim Kardashian Opens Up About Mental and Physical Toll of Bar Exam Prep

In the latest episode of The Kardashians, aired on December 18, 2025, Kim Kardashian offered a raw look at the intense pressure she faced just days before the July bar exam. The episode captured the reality star hitting a significant “mental and physical wall” during her multi-year journey to becoming a lawyer.

A Breaking Point

Filmed nine days before the exam, the episode showed Kim grappling with the sheer volume of study material. Breaking her usual composed demeanor, she admitted to feeling overwhelmed.

• Emotional Strain: Kim confessed to cameras, “I’m absolutely gonna cry, cause it’s f***ing exhausting,” noting that the process had become a heavy burden.
• Physical Hurdles: Adding to the stress was a debilitating back injury. Kim revealed she could barely sit or walk, making the long hours of sedentary studying nearly impossible.

Results and Resilience

While the episode focused on the preparation phase, it concluded with the revelation that Kim did not pass the California Bar Exam this time around. Despite the setback and the “f***ing exhausting” preparation, she remains vocal about her commitment to the legal profession.

Reflecting on the experience, Kim noted that while she typically doesn’t succumb to pre-exam jitters, this process was different. “Now I really, really get it,” she remarked regarding the emotional toll the bar exam takes on aspiring attorneys.