Relationship myths, communication pitfalls, and the secret science behind lasting love—today’s guest unmasks it all. On this special two-part edition of Women of Impact, Lisa Bilyeu welcomes Dr. Julie Gottman, renowned clinical psychologist, world-leading relationship expert, and co-founder of the Gottman Institute. With 40 years of transformative experience, Dr. Julie reveals what truly makes or breaks a relationship, why men and women cheat, and what most of us get wrong about emotional connection. In Part 1, Lisa and Dr. Julie take you on a myth-busting journey through the psychology of infidelity, the truth about “emotional” versus “physical” cheating, and the surprising evolutionary roots of why men sometimes shut down during arguments. Learn the real drivers behind relationship failure, why loneliness—not infidelity—is the ultimate relationship killer, and actionable scripts to resolve conflict without triggering defensiveness. If you’ve ever wondered what your partner is really thinking—or why your communication keeps hitting a wall—this episode is your essential guide. 01:13 Myths About Male & Female Cheating10:19 How to Approach Tough Conversations23:21 Why Men Stay, Why Women Leave31:46 Red Flags: Can You Fix a Relationship with a Narcissist? FOLLOW DR. JULIE GOTTMAN:Website: https://www.gottman.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gottmaninstituteTwitter: https://twitter.com/gottmaninstFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/gottmaninstitute CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/lisa⁠ Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at ⁠https://macys.com⁠ ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ ⁠ ⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Fan Fav episode. As much as you hate to admit it, relationships are vital to our happiness and success in life. The relationship you have with yourself , your romantic partner, your family, friends and co-workers dictate more than you can imagine. Dr. Molly Maloof, author of The Spark Factor, believes in relationships and connections so much she’s created a lecture for Stanford University called Live Better Longer. She touches on the value of social connection and its impact on long-term health and disease. Molly talks with Lisa in this episode and runs down the power of love, what intense romantic love feels like, and an entire masterclass on sexual desire and arousal. The fact that Molly ranks love in the same category of needs as thirst and hunger says a lot. In addition to unpacking the power of love, Molly also covers the power a loss of love has on your physical and mental health. So much of her explanation fills the voids we have in understanding why a bad break can make us feel crazy and do things out of character. Original air date: 1-30-23 Check out Dr. Molly Maloof’s book, The Spark Factor: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063207206/keywords=clean%20eating?tag=imprintweb-20 Download Now: The Most Important Questions You MUST Ask Your Partner here: https://bit.ly/3dWyB2d FREE 4-Part Confidence Workshop: https://bit.ly/3fZcbO5 Follow Molly Maloof: Website: https://drmolly.co/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mollymaloofmd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmolly.co/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MollyMaloofMD/ CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/lisa⁠ Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at ⁠https://macys.com⁠ ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ ⁠ ⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Fan Fav episode. This week’s guest on Women Of Impact is Monica Berg. Monica Berg is the author of Fear Is Not An Option and serves as Chief Communications Officer for Kabbalah Centre International. In this episode she talks about how she overcame a debilitating eating disorder at a young age and how she built her self worth. SHOW NOTES: Monica talks about how to deal with fear [3:21] Why women have a harder time with listening to their intuition [6:32] Monica Berg talks about how to deal with shame [8:48] How Monica thinks about “regret” and why discipline is how to get around it [12:30] Why you need to get to know yourself [16:20] How to overcome your most debilitating fears [18:57] Why Monica believes “words have power” and how you can use them to overcome fear of failure [20:01] How successful people get that way (without luck) [21:07] How Monica responded to having a child with Down syndrome [23:12] How to retrain your brain to respond to any challenge positively [29:30] Why you should adopt the phrase “Fear Is Not An Option” [32:30] How Monica is able to live without expectation [39:42] How to control your emotional responses[43:32] Why it’s important to name your fears [44:40] Original air date: 5-18-19 FOLLOW MONICA: WEBSITE: https://rethinklife.today INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/monicaberg74 TWITTER: https://twitter.com/monicaberg74 CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/lisa⁠ Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at ⁠https://macys.com⁠ ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ ⁠ ⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Fan Fav episode. Author of “Strong is the New Skinny,” health and lifestyle consultant Jen Cohen is very used to pursuing unusual opportunities and taking surprising risks. Because, as she is fond of asking, “What’s the worst that can happen?” On this episode of Health Theory with Lisa Bilyeu, Jen Cohen explains why it’s better to be strong, bold and adventurous than merely skinny, talks at length about how to deal with your weaknesses, and describes exactly how to take small, sustainable steps to build confidence and resilience. Original air date: 10-1-19 SHOW NOTES: Jen explains the slogan, “What’s the worst that can happen?” [2:43] Jen advocates being bold and being willing to fail [4:18] Jen explains how to deal with failure and rejection [7:26] Jen claims that training fitness also means training your mindset [10:56] Jen describes the pressures women feel to be skinny [12:37] Jen advocates taking small, sustainable steps to form good habits [14:53] Lisa and Jen discuss why you need non-negotiables [16:58] Jen talks about how sometimes your best quality is your worst quality [20:34] Jen explains how to tell the difference between burnout and just making excuses [21:50] Jen and Lisa discuss being your own worst critic [23:54] Jen describes how to get trustworthy feedback [26:18] Jen shares one of her biggest failures and how she dealt with it [27:10] Jen and Lisa discuss how to deal with weaknesses and form a great team [32:02] Jen affirms the value of self-awareness, resilience and being deliberate [36:20] Jen shares her superpower [37:37] FOLLOW JEN: WEBSITE: jennifercohen.com INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/2o1IeSK TWITTER: https://bit.ly/2nisLO7 CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/woi to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at https://oneskin.co  Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at https://macys.com ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:  apple.co/womenofimpact ********************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Fan Fav episode. Choosing the right person to date can be a high-stress situation for most of us. The choice is even more difficult when you begin to think about all of your previous choices and wonder if you can even trust your judgment anymore. Have you ever wondered how is it that you seem to attract not one, not two, but every wrong person possible? Does the madness ever end? This episode is dedicated to a few basic strategies and ideas worth learning about and practicing so that you can stop attracting the wrong person to your life and start picking the right partner for you. Spirit, the relationship therapist, and Matthew Hussey are united in wisdom for a masterclass on not just how to date better, but also how to make better choices and get out of the wrong situations even faster. Original air date: 2-22-22 SHOW NOTES: Are you compatible | Spirit reveals truth about aligning with your partner [0:25] Dating Rules | Tips for dating potential life partners [5:18] Solving Relationship Problems | The healthy way to solve relationship problems [11:44] Ask Hard Questions | Knowing the truth is better than wondering [19:25] CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/lisa⁠ Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at ⁠https://macys.com⁠ FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Fan Fav episode. We spend years struggling through relationships. Relationships with family, friends, co-workers are all so challenging. When it comes to romantic relationships we often live by a different set of rules and expectations that can leave us in a whirlwind of frustration wondering why something that started so amazing eventually isn’t so amazing. Instead of giving up and checking out of your relationship mentally and emotionally, Jay Shetty has joined Lisa to discuss his latest book, 8 Rules of Love which includes so much more than just 8 rules. Jay Shetty shares the lessons and experiences he’s picked up from his marriage and time coaching others on how to have deeper and more meaningful relationships. This episode is packed with strategies and tactics that will reframe your approach to dating and finding the love of your life, or maintaining the relationship you’ve already started. Some fire takeaways you don’t want to miss today include: What dating to impress and “attract” the right person means for your relationship Jay’s 3 date rule to go from knowing someone casually to being long term 3 relationship roles we all play and how it affects our partner Why you relationship fighting style is as important as your love language Jay’s 4 E’s for growing deeper intimacy with your partner Original air date: 2-1-23 Check out Jay Shetty’s latest book, 8 Rules of Love: https://www.amazon.com/Rules-Love-How-Find-Keep/dp/1982183063 Follow Jay Shetty: Website: https://jayshetty.me/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbV60AGIHKz2xIGvbk0LLvg Twitter: https://twitter.com/jayshettyiw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayshetty/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JayShettyIW/ Podcast: https://on-purpose-with-jay-shetty.simplecast.com/ CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/lisa⁠ Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at ⁠https://macys.com⁠ FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Fan Fav episode. To have children or not to have children is a choice that you as an empowered woman gets to decide for herself. The problem is that it’s hard to distinguish between where you stand on the topic apart from your family and social pressures. Dr. Shefali is the bestselling author of the book, The Conscious Parent, the book that Oprah herself sends to anyone she knows even considering being a parent. Dr. Shefali’s no holds barred approach to parenting is the thing you need whether you’re leaning towards having kids or trying to steer clear from the conversation for another several years. This is the episode where Dr. Shefali is debunking myths of motherhood and exposing unrealistic expectations of stepping into or away from your maternal instincts. Your bandwidth and capacity to become a mother, an entrepreneur, a career woman, or stay at home wife doesn’t fall into a group decision, it’s a decision for you alone first, and a conversation with your partner second. Dr. Shefali reveals what a powerful teacher parenting can be for us as individuals, but she also exposes how giving birth can be psychological death for women that’s a huge impact and traumatic experience in anyone’s relationship. If you’re on the fence of having children or not wanting to have them, give yourself grace and time to make an accurate assessment of how you really feel about having a child. If your pressure to decide is coming from cultural beliefs, wanting to fit in with your social circle of friends all having children, or you think a child will bring you and your partner closer together, then stop everything and take heed to Dr. Shefali’s fire advice. Check out her latest book, The Parenting Trap: https://www.amazon.com/Parenting-Map-Step-Step-Parent-Child/dp/0063267950 Original air date: 2-2-23 Follow Dr Shefali: Website: https://www.drshefali.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrShefali TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doctorshefali/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorshefali/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorshefali CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/lisa⁠ Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at ⁠https://macys.com⁠ FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

By now, you are most likely aware of narcissistic behavior being grandiose, egotistical and charming. If many of us can describe a narcissistic person, then how do we fall into unhealthy relationships with people that have zero concern for our happiness or well being? If you’ve experienced a relationship with a narcissistic person or happen to be currently living through narcissistic abuse then you are familiar with the frustration, the gaslighting, and feeling totally lost on how to end it or get out of the relationship. There are very clear traps narcissists use to keep hold of the people they want to control. Dr. Ramani Durvasula is an expert in narcissism and clinical psychologist. She is also a repeat guest on the show, joining Lisa for the third time. She’s breaking down all the ways narcissists are trying to trap you, how to heal from narcissistic abuse to move on, and how to create better boundaries and a plan for revenge. Original air date: 1-5-22 SHOW NOTES: Feeling Lost | What does moving on from a narcissistic relationship look like [1:02] 5 Traps to Avoid | Dr. Ramani breaks down 5 traps in narcissistic relationships [5:39] Hoovering Trap | A powerplay tactic narcissist use to suck you in after you’ve left [9:38] Avoid Enablers | Dr. Ramani explains how enablers make it harder to walk away [11:44] The Hope Trap | Dr. Ramani reveals how narcissist trigger hope to keep you baited [13:44] Trapped by Guilt | When vulnerable narcissists trap with the belief you can save them [15:24] Responsibility | Dr. Ramani on why responsibility of being treated poorly is not on you [17:27] Trauma Bonding | Why people hold onto the good things in bad relationships explained [21:47] Breaking Triggers | Dr. Ramani explains why being alone for a whole year is necessary [25:35] Danger of Control | Why controlling what someone wears is a dangerous dynamic [35:53] Be Cherished | Dr. Ramani reveals why being cherished over desired is important [38:37] Rebuilding Trust | Why it’s hard to rebuild trust for with yourself and tips for progress [42:00] Boundaries | Dr. Ramani’s tips for setting boundaries when you don’t feel safe [55:21] Revenge | Dr. Ramani explains the best form of revenge against a narcissist [57:25] Self Efficacy | Dr. Ramani reveals how to heal from narcissistic abuse with indifference [1:04:38] CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/lisa⁠ Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at ⁠https://macys.com⁠ FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Fan Fav episode. The Body Shop launched a global report this year that revealed 60% of women wish they had more respect for themselves. This study is shining light on a self-love crisis. Sexuality, economic status, age, and time on social media were all factors that seem to impact how people felt about themselves and their ability to love themselves. In this episode, we have 7 powerful women who understand the pain of being in a mental space that doesn’t make you feel confident or much like a badass. The throughline here seems to be that self love requires you to take the time to get to know yourself. So, in the next 35 minutes, take notes and think through areas you can start to remove the barriers in place preventing you from loving yourself. Where are you being most unkind to yourself? Where does self-doubt seem to always show up? It’s time to create an unbreakable relationship with yourself, and this is how… Original air date: 12-22-21 SHOW NOTES: Tip #1 | Spend Time with Yourself, Radhi finds herself through meditation [0:30] Tip #2 | Challenge Yourself, Roxy has loving dialogue and a journal for challenges [4:41] Tip #3 | Accept Yourself As Your Are, Cynthia says start with knowing who you are [11:30] Tip #4 | Know Who You Are, Patrice anchored to her true self not outward situations [17:42] Tip #5 | Treat Yourself How Like Your Best Friend, Najwa on making yourself feel heard [23:43] Tip #6 | Humbly Brag About Yourself, Daniele says start bragging on your achievements [25:49] Tip #7 | Slow Down, Mel takes pause to be with herself face to face in the mirror [30:07] CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/woi to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at https://oneskin.co  Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at https://macys.com FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Fan Fav episode. How do you know if he’s really interested or just obsessed with you? In reality, it’s hard to decipher what’s fact and what’s myth when it comes to knowing what men want. Him chasing you and giving you lots of time and attention may not be reliable in determining his real intentions for you. His lack of time and communication doesn’t necessarily indicate that he’s playing games or not interested either. Stephan (Labossiere) Speaks is a relationship coach dedicated to helping men and women experience happier and more fulfilling relationships. In today’s episode, you’re going to see that much of the problems we need to address are internal. Ladies, it's time to reconnect with your greatest source of power, that female intuition, and slow down long enough to be honest with yourself. Having the best relationship of your life is possible, but it’s going to take you asking the hard questions and answering them honestly. Why are you really here in this current relationship? Why are you holding onto a relationship with the wrong person? What are you afraid of, really? It’s time to get some straightforward advice from the relationship expert himself, so you can be strong and have your own back in every relationship. Original air date: 8-17-22 SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Introduction to Stephan Speaks 0:13 | Don’t Fall for the Chase 12:19 | How to Spot Real Connection 26:30 | Do This On Your Next Date 42:54 | Connection, Compatibility & Chemistry 58:14 | Shamed Into Bad Relationships 1:04:02 | Don’t Stay Out of Fear 1:13:10 | Why Sex Too Soon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. You can be in a room full of people and feel completely alone. You can also have hundreds of relationships in your life and more friendships than you can count and feel unlovable and unworthy of love. History of abuse, emotional trauma and attachment issues are just a few reasons we struggle with insecurities, low self-esteem and lack self-love. Serial toxic relationships, blaming everyone and feeling helpless aren’t healthy, and luckily they aren’t permanent feelings or states of existence. This episode is for you if you need a reminder that confidence is a journey, and that noticing your triggers can be a major step in the many small steps needed to make changes for a better life filled with self-love. Let’s ditch other people’s opinions and find a routine practice for daily confidence that will get you on the right path with wisdom from these incredible women. Dr. Emily Morse is the doctor of human sexuality. She has the longest running sex and relationshi podcast called Sex with Emily. Watch her full episode, How to Get Rid of Insecurities: ⁠https://youtu.be/M02jJC70onE⁠ Gabby Bernstein is a NY Times Best selling author and spiritual coach that identifies as a holistic spirit junkie. Watch this full Women of Impact episodeto hear Gabby on the Difference Between Healthy and Unhealthy Love: ⁠https://youtu.be/tPJw8EMFY3U⁠ Brittany Burgunder is a certified professional life coach and author of the book, Safety in Numbers: My Battle with Eating Disorders. She helps others with similar struggles to find their path to recovery. Watch her full episode on How to Heal, Validate Yourself & Be Good Enough for You: ⁠https://youtu.be/H1ZoDLRUBto⁠ Lisa Bilyeu is a successful entrepreneur, former housewife, all around badass and the best-sellling author of Radical Confidence. She’s about empowering women and sharing practical tips that allow you to get tactical with ways to level up and channel your inner badass! Original air date: 7/24/22 SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Introduction to Feeling Unlovable 0:37 | Gain Confidence in Your Mind & Body 24:08 | Get Rid of Shame and Guilt 47:11 | Forget Opinions & Focus On This 1:02:25 | Find Your Voice 1:25:26 | Fix Insecurity & Jealousy CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ****************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠⁠⁠ ****************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Fan Fav episode. Does the thought of defending yourself sound empowering or frightening? If someone were to cross a physical boundary with you, do you feel prepared and capable of protecting your boundaries? Safety is a primary concern when you are human, and it is even more of a concern when society isn’t doing the best job making you feel safe or capable of keeping yourself safe. Don’t dress that way and attract unwanted attention they say. Don’t walk alone late at night or early evenings they say. Often women are left feeling like the victim long before a crime or a siituation has occurred. Eve Torres Gracie is a Self Defense expert and instructor at Gracie University of Gracie Jiu Jitsue. She’s opening the conversation with how the core lof self defense for women is to feel confident and to be able to enforce boundaries. Defending your boundaries and giving yourself permission to know that you are worth defending is key. At this Rad Con Live event Lisa is joined by Celebrity Makeup Artist, Molly Roncal, Co-Founder of Bossbabes, Danielle Canty, Holistic Psychologist, Nicole LePera, and Self Defense Expert, Eve Torres Gracie. The conversation gets open and extremely vulnerable. Discussing aging and insecurities around beauty, scars, and self-worth isn’t easy to do openly, but as women we need to be able to have these conversations. Original release date: 7-3-22 SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Introduction Eve Torres Gracie 0:37 | Confidence to Set Boundaries 6:12 | Confidence to Save Yourself 11:23 | Get Tough As Hell 29:04 | Take Back Your Power Follow Eve Torres Gracie: Website: ⁠https://evetorresgracie.com/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/evetorresgracie⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/EveTorresGracieOfficial/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/evetorresgracie/⁠ CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ****************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠⁠⁠ ****************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lisa Bilyeu sits down with former FBI hostage negotiator, Chris Voss, a man who’s spent decades navigating the minds of some of the most dangerous and manipulative people on the planet—including terrorists, criminals, narcissists, and psychopaths. In this incredibly insightful conversation, Chris unpacks the emotional and psychological tools he’s developed to outsmart even the most challenging personalities. Get ready to learn how to identify emotional triggers, use tactical empathy, and take control of high-stakes conversations—whether you’re facing a toxic boss, a manipulative partner, or just trying to stand your ground. Chris breaks down practical techniques like the illusion of control, the power of saying "no," and how simple questions can turn negotiations in your favor without raising alarm bells. Plus, Lisa and Chris dive into the emotional side of negotiations: how to stay calm when you’re triggered, why compromise often leads to disappointment, and why practicing your own internal “chatter” can prepare you for any confrontation. If you’re ready to master difficult dynamics and claim back your power, this episode is packed with actionable tools you can start using today. SHOWNOTES 00:00 "Using Negotiation Skills in Daily Life" 04:30 Using Passive Aggression for Control 06:42 Catching a Kidnapper with Questions 13:24 "Handling and Acknowledging Anger" 15:31 Flat Tone: Annoying Street Encounter 19:38 "Respect Drives Connection" 22:16 The Magic of Saying "You're Right" 24:58 "No Easy Way to Break Up" 27:37 Personal Dilemma and Perspective Shift 33:07 "Voice Tricks for Calm and Impact" 34:40 "Playful Attitude Beats Conflict" 39:36 Compromise: A Guaranteed Bummer? 42:11 Chasing Happiness: An Unpredictable Ride 45:08 "Dealing with the Mind's Chatter" 48:05 Cutting Ties with Toxic People 51:48 Negotiation Tips for Everyday Heroes CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ****************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠⁠⁠ ****************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lisa Bilyeu sits down with Vanessa Van Edwards—a behavioral investigator, bestselling author, and all-around expert in the science of people—for an unfiltered, practical, and refreshingly relatable conversation. Vanessa dives into why being smart and prepared isn’t always enough to make a lasting impression, sharing eye-opening stories from Shark Tank and research-backed tips you can use right away. From decoding body language and mastering the subtle art of digital communication, to navigating awkwardness at networking events and setting healthy boundaries without guilt, Vanessa brings her trademark blend of vulnerability and actionable advice. She opens up about her own struggles with people-pleasing and “fake it till you make it,” revealing how radical transparency and authenticity have transformed her life and career. Plus, get her insider hacks for reading social cues—on Zoom, on dates, in interviews—and creating stronger, warmer connections, even when life (or a pandemic) throws you curveballs. Whether you constantly feel underestimated, want to feel more confident in any room, or just need a pep talk about loving your awkward self, this episode is packed with the science, stories, and strategies to help you own your impact. Get ready to rethink what it really takes to be seen, heard, and respected—no Spanx required! SHOWNOTES 00:00 "Effective Panel Preparation Mindset" 07:29 Hot Button Conversations 11:28 "Priming Gender Skills Early" 18:21 Parenthood: From Ideals to Reality 23:24 Confidence and Personal Space Dynamics 30:10 Decoding Personal Space Signals 32:26 "Predicting Crushes by Toe Direction" 41:11 Contempt: Divorce's Key Indicator 44:29 Finding Purpose at Events 50:20 Priming for Successful Meetings 55:11 Embracing Awkwardness as Strength 59:26 "Hiding Our Truths" 01:06:06 Background Choices for Impression Management 01:10:16 Zoom Backgrounds as Personal Statements 01:15:32 The Other Shoe Effect 01:22:07 Zoom Etiquette: Show More Body 01:30:37 Virtual Culinary Experiences 01:31:47 "Missed Storytelling Opportunity with Props" CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ****************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠⁠⁠ ****************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this deeply moving episode of Women of Impact, host Lisa Bilyeu welcomes back the extraordinary poet and author Najwa Zebian for a conversation that goes right to the heart of healing and self-worth. If you’ve ever felt weighed down by emotional scars, struggled with people pleasing, or found yourself aching for validation from the wrong places, this episode is for you. Lisa and Najwa dive into the difficult, yet transformative process of acknowledging your pain, accepting your past without shame, and learning to speak to yourself with radical compassion. Najwa shares her hard-won wisdom on how to stop picking at old wounds and instead become the loving support you needed back when you were hurting most. With vulnerable stories, honest reflections, and actionable advice, Najwa shows us how to break free from cycles of self-blame and emotional debt. Whether you’re working on setting boundaries, letting go of past hurts, or learning to prioritize your own needs, this conversation is packed with “aha” moments. Grab your notebook—this is one of those episodes you’ll want to come back to again and again. And if it touches you, don’t forget to share it and leave a review to keep the impact going. Now, let’s dive into this powerful episode with the incomparable Najwa Zebian. SHOWNOTES 00:00 Transforming Scars into Motivation 09:39 Embracing Scars as Lessons 14:28 Overcoming People-Pleasing Tendencies 18:57 Empowering Your Healing Environment 25:01 Breaking Free from Self-Imposed Limits 28:33 Choosing Authenticity Over Approval 35:06 "Be Yourself, Not Their Perception" 41:54 The Cost of Toxic Love 44:41 Self-Validation and Independence 48:22 "This Too Shall Pass" 56:04 Healing Through Compassion and Clarity 01:02:26 Accumulated Unresolved Conflicts 01:08:28 From Reaction to Reflection 01:11:53 Healing Emotional Wounds 01:18:08 Self-Validation and Childhood Pain 01:24:00 Breaking Patterns, Embracing Self-Sufficiency 01:28:40 "Recognizing Unseen Patterns Without Judgment" 01:34:04 Rebuilding Self-Connection and Awareness 01:39:01 "Holistic Psychology's Core Beliefs" 01:43:56 "Practice Mindfulness with Phone Reminders" 01:48:25 "Inherited Suppression of Self-Expression" CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ****************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠⁠⁠ ****************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Fan Fav episode. Lisa Bilyeu sits down with Dr. Emily Morse—renowned sex educator, host of the "Sex with Emily" podcast, and all-around confidence booster—for a candid conversation about building true confidence in and out of the bedroom. Emily shares why confidence isn’t a final destination but an ongoing journey rooted in self-awareness, acceptance, and healing from past relationships and limiting beliefs. Together, Lisa and Emily get real about body image, vulnerability, and the myth that someone else needs to "complete" us. They break down practical ways to boost body confidence, from mirror exercises to finding joy in movement and fostering positive self-talk. Get ready for honest strategies on dating, sex, and relationships—from why you should rethink that "body count" conversation, to reclaiming your right to pleasure and authentic communication with your partner. Plus, Emily and Lisa talk about aging, changing bodies, and how we can reprogram our minds for confidence at any stage of life. If you’ve ever struggled with feeling good in your skin, silencing your inner critic, or showing up authentically, this episode is a must-listen. Emily brings her trademark wisdom, warmth, and straight talk as she helps every woman realize: confidence isn’t just sexy—it’s your birthright. Original air date: 9-11-2022 SHOWNOTES 00:00 Embrace Being Single 12:51 Confidence in Authenticity 24:06 Overcoming Body Image Shame 35:38 "Exploring Mutual Pleasure in Relationships" 42:09 "Relationship Comfort and Challenges" 44:41 Reprogramming Sex-Negative Beliefs FOLLOW EMILY MORSE:Instagram: @sexwithemilyTwitter: @sexwithemilyYouTube: Sex with EmilyWebsite: sexwithemily.com CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/woi to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at https://oneskin.co ⁠⁠ ****************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠⁠ ****************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Fan Fav episode. There is something both sobering and chilling about being manipulated, especially by someone close to you. The feeling of betrayal and pain can leave you untrusting of everyone after that, and the emotional aftermath can lead to years of therapy or unhealthy behaviors. If you’re a ‘Yes’ to any of these, this episode is a must for you: Have fallen for people’s fake concern at the expense of invalidating yourself Felt suffocated by the weight of someone’s constant complaining Started questioning your version of reality because you were being gaslit The Boundary Boss and one of our favorite homies on Women of Impact, Terri Cole, is back for another round and this time she’s unpacking everything you need to never be tricked by manipulative people again! They want to get their way no matter what at your expense, and it’s your job to recognize it and put an end to it with the right boundaries in place. Terri Cole is a licensed therapist and bestselling author who helps women like you break the cycle of living without boundaries. It doesn’t matter who you are or what your past is, everyone deserves and needs boundaries to create and maintain healthy relationships. If you’re walking on eggshells at home, it’s time to sit up straight and pay attention. Original air date: 5-17-23 Check out Terri’s new book, Boundary Boss: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Boundary-Boss-Essential-Guide-Finally/dp/1683647688⁠ Follow Terri Cole: Website: ⁠https://www.terricole.com/⁠  YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-OC1zN27enpTA_eNWB7dKw⁠  Podcast: ⁠https://www.terricole.com/podcast/⁠  Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/terri_cole⁠  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/terricole/⁠  Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TerriColeLCSW/ CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ ****************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ ⁠ ⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠ ****************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Continuing the deep dive into protection and self-empowerment, Joe Navarro returns to expose the remaining “dangerous personalities”—from the clinically paranoid to the emotionally unstable and the narcissist. Joe and Lisa break down how these individuals manipulate, control, and undermine those around them, and offer tactical advice on naming behaviors, setting boundaries, and recognizing the subtle cues you may be missing. Lisa brings these lessons into the real world, as they discuss practical steps women can take to trust their intuition, safeguard their well-being, and reclaim their power in any relationship—romantic, professional, or otherwise. Learn actionable questions to ask, science-backed checklists, and get a clear-eyed view of the impact these behaviors can have on you and your loved ones. This is your masterclass in spotting red flags and building the self-trust and resilience you need to thrive. SHOWNOTES44:54 – The Cultural Undermining of Intuition55:27 – Everyday Examples: Power Imbalance in Family1:07:27 – Overvaluation of Self vs. Interest in Others 1:08:10 – Joe’s Mission and Where to Find His Work FOLLOW JOE NAVARRO:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realjoenavarro/Twitter: https://twitter.com/joenavarrobodyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JoeNavarroBodyLanguageWebsite: https://www.joenavarro.net/ CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ ****************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ ⁠ ⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠ ****************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful episode of Women of Impact, Lisa hosts Joe Navarro—former FBI agent, world-renowned body language expert, and bestselling author—to break open the science of spotting deception and protecting yourself from dangerous personalities. Drawing from his 25 years in counterintelligence and behavioral assessment, Joe unpacks the subtle physical and psychological cues that reveal stress, discomfort, and manipulation before words are ever spoken. Joe shares practical, science-backed strategies for reading body language in real-life situations, from dating and the workplace to high-stakes interrogations, and reveals why your gut instincts are your first and best line of defense. With riveting real-world stories and actionable tools, Joe arms listeners—especially women—with the knowledge and confidence to recognize red flags, trust their intuition, and stay safe. SHOWNOTES00:12 – The Science of Spotting Lies and Deception06:00 – Interrogation Techniques: Culpable Knowledge18:09 – Identifying Five Dangerous Personality Types23:26 – Rationalizing Toxic Behaviors30:12 – Predators in Positions of Power FOLLOW JOE NAVARRO:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realjoenavarro/Twitter: https://twitter.com/joenavarrobodyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JoeNavarroBodyLanguageWebsite: https://www.joenavarro.net/ CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ ****************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ ⁠ ⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠ ****************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a Fan Fav episode. Matthew Hussey returns for his fourth conversation with me, and this time, we’re pulling back the curtain on the secrets—and illusions—of lasting love. Together, we unpack the intoxicating highs of lust, why so many of us mistake chemistry for commitment, and how you can finally spot the difference between short-lived thrill and real, long-term connection. With his usual blend of sharp insight, humor, and practical, no-BS truth, Matthew challenges everything you think you know about “compatibility,” affection, and why consistency—not fireworks—truly matters. Whether you’ve been burned by “bad boys,” stuck on unavailable partners, or just crave the peace that comes from authentic, secure love, this episode is your roadmap to re-writing those old stories and giving yourself the healthy relationship you actually deserve. SHOWNOTES Why we confuse lust, chemistry, and love in new relationships (00:00:29) The truth behind “love at first sight”—and why it’s often a story told by the victors (00:02:24) Attention vs. intention: How to recognize someone’s real investment in you (00:04:09) Why dazzling moments aren’t the real test—what matters on an average Tuesday (00:09:12) Why we chase inconsistency—and how scarcity tricks us into seeing value (00:17:41) The power of naming your needs, playfulness, and building a culture of honesty from day one (00:13:18) Letting go: How to heal, avoid vilifying your ex, and actually trust yourself again (00:34:35) Why communication, not perfection, will save your relationship as you both change (00:38:07) Curiosity and humility: The underrated tools for breaking old patterns and building true love (01:00:04) How to rebuild faith in dating after heartbreak, and Matthew’s advice for reclaiming your power (00:55:10) FOLLOW MATTHEW HUSSEY Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thematthussey/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/gettheguyteam Website: https://www.howtogettheguy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoachMatthewHussey/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thematthewhussey CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ ****************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ ⁠ ⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠ ****************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices