Women of Impact

If you’ve ever said, “I can’t leave, what about the kids?” or felt yourself minimizing, defending, or twisting reality to survive… this second half is your wake-up call. It's all about breaking out of survivor mode and finally FIGHTING for your life. Aishia Grevenberg is back dropping bombs on the ways women get STUCK: toxic therapy, linguistic Jenga, losing friends, self-blame, comparison traps, and why the fantasy can keep us imprisoned. We tackle the real risks of couples therapy in abusive relationships, how predators build alibis, why women sometimes turn on other women, and what healing actually looks and feels like after you walk away. PLUS: You're gonna get obsessed with Aishia’s genius “spreadsheet method” for spotting your own vulnerability patterns (somebody turn this into an app already because I need it!).  SHOWNOTES Why We Minimize Threats, The Real Danger Walking Away vs. Losing Everything: Language Matters How “Kindness” Builds His Alibi Why Women Judge Other Women HARDER—A Self-Protective Mechanism PTSD, Support Groups, & What Healing Actually Looks Like Telling Your Story—How Shame Turns To Strength The Power of Seeing Yourself As Your Own Safe Place Court Battles & Kids—Why The System Isn’t On Your Side Overdrive, Proving Your Worth & The Cycle of Explosions Why “Nice Guy Energy” Can Be the Biggest Danger Support Groups, Vulnerability, and Real Healing Spreadsheet Method: How To Map Your Vulnerabilities Identifying Red & Green Flags—What Actually Matters Building Confidence Through New Experiences Radical Self-Love: Rituals, Tattoos, Embracing Your Inner Child Thank you to our sponsors: Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Cozy Earth: code COZYLISA for 20% off https://cozyearth.com OneSkin: 15% off with code LISA at https://oneskin.co/lisa Follow Aishia Grevenberg: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mytherapistlife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mytherapistlife/ FOLLOW LISA BILYEU: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've ever second-guessed yourself around a charming dude, felt your boundaries melting as soon as someone smiles just right, or wondered “how do I spot manipulators and protect myself?”—this is the episode you NEED. I sat down with Aishia Grevenberg, a phenomenal therapist, survivor and absolute badass, to peel back the curtain on narcissists, psychopaths, manipulators, and all the ways they scan for vulnerability and test your boundaries. Aishia dives DEEP into life lessons from working with men in prisons, recognizing warning signs from the first interaction, and what she learned from surviving her own abusive relationship. We tackle the real science behind manipulation, why simply “being yourself” is actually your superpower, and why emotional responses are every abuser’s favorite tool. All the secrets these guys DON’T want you to know? She gives it to you raw, from the inside. If you want to understand predators, feel secure in your space, and finally stop second-guessing your gut, part one gives you everything you need. SHOWNOTES Manipulators & Narcissists: Why They Don’t Have a Type Life Lessons from Las Vegas Jail: How To Assert Your Power No Matter How Scared You Feel Boundary Testing: If You Budge, They Got You What Vulnerability Looks Like to a Predator Presenting Your Best Self? Why That’s Actually Risky Emotional Manipulation Is Always Intentional FBI-Level Mirroring Tactics: How Predators Manufacture Intimacy Real-Life Story: How Kids Spot Your Weakness Consistency Is Your Armor Wanting the Fantasy vs. Owning Reality The “Change Him” Myth: R&B, Love Songs & Losing Yourself Your Responsibility: Keeping Yourself Safe  When Abuse Includes Pets—Cats, Shelters, and What Really Keeps Women Trapped Toxic Therapy: Danger Lurking in Couples Counseling Mental Gymnastics—Linguistic Jenga & Minimizing Abuse Why Leaving Means Losing Everything—The Hardest Part Getting Up, Getting Involved—Old Lady Bonnet Energy Why “Help” Isn’t Enough—The Secret Power In Community Strangulation: Why It’s The Most Deadly “Gesture” Thank you to our sponsors: Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Cozy Earth: code COZYLISA for 20% off https://cozyearth.com OneSkin: 15% off with code LISA at https://oneskin.co/lisa Follow Aishia Grevenberg: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mytherapistlife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mytherapistlife/ FOLLOW LISA BILYEU: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to part 2 of this FIREEEEE conversation with the amazingggg psychotherapist and best selling author, Lori Gottlieb. And she’s not holding back as we talk more about how to stop dating the wrong men and:  Why you need to understand the difference between compatibility and having things in common How the misconstrued idea of feminism is setting women up for failed relationships How dating changes for women as we age  What green flags and red flags to look for when learning about someone new  And so much more!! Trust me, homie, you don’t want to miss out on the final part of this convo with Lori!! And if you're loving Women of Impact, please take a moment to leave us a review or rate the show. Your feedback is incredibly valuable! Follow Lori Gottlieb: Website: https://lorigottlieb.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorigottlieb_author/ Podcast: https://lorigottlieb.com/podcast/ Follow Me, Lisa Bilyeu:  Website: https://www.radicalconfidence.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu  X: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu  If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions. Go to my Dexa page: ⁠https://dexa.ai/lisabilyeu⁠  Themes: Confidence, Relationships, Business, Mental Health, Self-Improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Lisa Bilyeu and this episode of Women of Impact is going to open your frikin’ eyes to the dating and relationship mistakes that keep attracting the wrong type of men, and what you can do to fix your approach and find someone actually sincerely interested and good for you! Today I’m joined by the unbelievable Lori Gottlieb – she’s a psychotherapist, NYT best selling author, and podcast host and she is SPILLING THE TEA on all things DATING & RELATIONSHIPS, including: - Why you can’t find genuine men and what you need to do to find a real “love match” instead - How online dating & the paradox of choice is actually keeping you single - Why you SHOULD have high standards, but not about what you THINK  - The differences in how men and women approach dating, relationships, and marriage & how that causes problems down the line - Why it’s actually best that all sales at the “husband store” are FINAL - And sooooo much more relationship wisdom!! Seriously guys, this woman has sooooo much wisdom into life and relationships and what you need to do to avoid ingenuine a-holes and pivot your life and have an amazing, healthy relationship! Listen close cause there’s SO much to learn, and this is one you’re gonna want to gossip with your homies about! Follow Lori Gottlieb: Website: https://lorigottlieb.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorigottlieb_author/ Podcast: https://lorigottlieb.com/podcast/ Follow Me, Lisa Bilyeu:  Website: https://www.radicalconfidence.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu  X: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu  If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions. Go to my Dexa page: ⁠https://dexa.ai/lisabilyeu⁠  Themes: Confidence, Relationships, Business, Mental Health, Self-Improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode,  we deep dive into Lamar Odom’s Netflix docu-series and break down what it’s really* like to love an addict, set your boundaries, and walk that fine line between empathy and self-betrayal. On top of that, we get into the Summer House cheating scandal (Scamanda!), dissecting girl code, reputation, and WHY your best friend dating your ex is a whole new level of drama. SHOWNOTES Loving an Addict: When Loyalty Turns Toxic Girl Code, Betrayal & The Summer House Drama Intuition & Gut Feel: Alpine Divorce Edition Gossip, Girl Power & Information Sharing Moon Magic: Naming a Lunar Crater After a Late Wife Thank you to our sponsors: Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code LISA https://airdoctorpro.com Cozy Earth: code COZYLISA for 20% off https://cozyearth.com OneSkin: 15% off with code LISA at https://oneskin.co/lisa FOLLOW ME & THE SHOW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Lisa Bilyeu with another episode of Women of Impact and today we’re talking about something that more than 90% of women have – and that’s massive regret on their deathbed! From not standing up for yourself, to never finding love, or allowing fear to hold you back, I want YOU to stop blaming yourself and stop wishing things could be different so you can get out of regret and live a more happy and fulfilling life!   And here with us to talk about overcoming regrets and living a well-lived life is the AMAZING and frikin’ INSPIRING Gladys McGarey. She’s a doctor that is widely considered the “mother of holistic medicine” and the now-103 year old is sharing her life-changing secrets for how to live with joy, happiness, and purpose at ANY age.  From growing up in India, to life as a doctor and mother of 6, to being served divorce papers after almost 50 years of marriage, Gladys has soooo many inspiring stories and actionable insights to help you listen to your inner voice so you can build your confidence and live life on your own frikin’ terms!  In this episode, we’re diving into: - How to stand up for yourself in life, so you can find your voice (hopefully earlier than Gladys did at 93!) - Why you should BE GLAD and forgive instead of holding onto pain - How you have to stop looking at the mess if you want to be happy - The unbelievable power of living life in love and letting go - How to honor yourself, your feelings, and your differences and LOVE YOUR DAMN SELF!!  Don’t let regrets be an excuse to NOT live a great life! YOU get to choose what you build your life on, so trust your intuition, and listen to Gladys and her 103 years of wisdom to reclaim your life NOW!   Follow Gladys McGarey: Website: https://gladysmcgarey.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/begladmd/ Order Your Copy of “The Well-Lived Life”: https://www.porchlightbooks.com/product/well-lived-life-a-102-year-old-doctors-six-secrets-to-health-and-happiness-at-every-age--mcgarey-gladys/isbn/9781668014493 Follow Me, Lisa Bilyeu:  Website: https://www.radicalconfidence.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu  X: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know those relationships where you fall hard, fast… and then realize way too late just how much you’ve been played? The charm is electric, your heart is pounding, but there’s this nagging voice inside saying, “Something isn’t adding up…” In this episode, I’m sitting down with Harvard professor, happiness expert, and bestselling author Dr. Arthur Brooks to expose the Dark Triad: the three personality traits that make someone irresistible, manipulative, and ultimately dangerous. If you’ve ever been burned by a narcissist, felt totally confused about what’s real, or wondered how the hell to stop the cycle, homie, this is your episode. Here’s exactly what we dive into: The 5 early-warning traits all manipulative partners share… and how to spot them before it’s too late The “DARVO” technique: Why leaving a toxic relationship can actually be the most dangerous phase, and how to outsmart abusers trying to punish you for leaving Practical tests, questions, and real-world tools to spot the Dark Triad… and the “light triad” you genuinely WANT in a partner SHOWNOTES Why Women Fall for Dangerous Men (And How They Spot Their Next Victim) Fake Signals: How Dark Triads Make Themselves Irresistible The Hidden Danger of Leaving: DARVO, Revenge, and Escalating Punishment The Dark Triad Test: How to Spot Manipulation on the First Date From Biology to Meaning: How to Break Patterns & Find Real Love Thank you to our sponsors: Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code LISA https://airdoctorpro.com Cozy Earth: code COZYLISA for 20% off https://cozyearth.com OneSkin: 15% off with code LISA at https://oneskin.co/lisa Follow Arthur Brooks:Website: https://arthurbrooks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arthurcbrooks YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drarthurbrooks  FOLLOW LISA BILYEU: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you have ever felt lost and hopeless in your life, or full of regret, guilt, and shame around choices you have made, listen up homie because your past DOES NOT have to dictate your future and you can do anything you set your mind to!!   And on today’s episode of Women of Impact, I’m so honored to be joined by the show-stopping Gammy Norris!!  She’s the badass mom of Jada Pinkett Smith, host of Red Table Talk, and has been incredibly open and transparent about her past struggles with teen pregnancy, addiction, and abuse and how she evolved into the INCREDIBLE woman she is today.  Gammy is now 70 years old, has been clean for 30 YEARS, and is sharing her insights and struggles she’s had on her journey so you can change your life for the better, and FOR GOOD!  In this episode, we’re digging into: - How Gammy actually took back control of her life, piece by piece, and how you can too  - Why it’s so important to identify the LIES you are telling yourself that are leaving blinders up in your life  - How to forgive yourself for mistakes in the past & let go of the shame so you can use them to fuel your growth  - Why it’s so frikin’ important to not let the idea that you “can’t” STOP you from even trying   - How to keep yourself from spiraling into regrets so you can let go & actually CHANGE  Now guys, anyone CAN change, but you have to make DIFFERENT choices, change your habits, surround yourself with positive energy, and do the internal work to let go of the shame, guilt and regrets that you have and commit to showing up every day to be better NOW.  You can’t change the past, but you can move forward and make better choices and live a life that is FOR YOU!! Follow Gammy Norris: Website: https://gammybanfieldnorris.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gammynorris/ Podcast: https://gammybanfieldnorris.com/podcasts/ Follow Me, Lisa Bilyeu:  Website: https://www.radicalconfidence.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu  X: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu  If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions. Go to my Dexa page: ⁠https://dexa.ai/lisabilyeu⁠  Themes: Confidence, Relationships, Business, Mental Health, Self-Improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you have ever felt lost and hopeless in your life, or full of regret, guilt, and shame around choices you have made, listen up homie because your past DOES NOT have to dictate your future and you can do anything you set your mind to!!   And on today’s episode of Women of Impact, I’m so honored to be joined by the show-stopping Gammy Norris!!  She’s the badass mom of Jada Pinkett Smith, host of Red Table Talk, and has been incredibly open and transparent about her past struggles with teen pregnancy, addiction, and abuse and how she evolved into the INCREDIBLE woman she is today.  Gammy is now 70 years old, has been clean for 30 YEARS, and is sharing her insights and struggles she’s had on her journey so you can change your life for the better, and FOR GOOD!  In this episode, we’re digging into: - How Gammy actually took back control of her life, piece by piece, and how you can too  - Why it’s so important to identify the LIES you are telling yourself that are leaving blinders up in your life  - How to forgive yourself for mistakes in the past & let go of the shame so you can use them to fuel your growth  - Why it’s so frikin’ important to not let the idea that you “can’t” STOP you from even trying   - How to keep yourself from spiraling into regrets so you can let go & actually CHANGE  Now guys, anyone CAN change, but you have to make DIFFERENT choices, change your habits, surround yourself with positive energy, and do the internal work to let go of the shame, guilt and regrets that you have and commit to showing up every day to be better NOW.  You can’t change the past, but you can move forward and make better choices and live a life that is FOR YOU!! Follow Gammy Norris: Website: https://gammybanfieldnorris.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gammynorris/ Podcast: https://gammybanfieldnorris.com/podcasts/ Follow Me, Lisa Bilyeu:  Website: https://www.radicalconfidence.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu  X: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu  If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions. Go to my Dexa page: ⁠https://dexa.ai/lisabilyeu⁠  Themes: Confidence, Relationships, Business, Mental Health, Self-Improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From men secretly drugging their wives (yep, I said it) to AI catfish scams, to women getting pushed into “open relationships” they never agreed to… this week we’re blowing the lid off ALL the lies, traps, and trends. Christina and I are breaking it all down: how to spot manipulation before it wrecks your world, why shame keeps women silent, and exactly what to do when you’re being gaslit by the person you love most. SHOWNOTES Husband’s Shameful Secrets EXPOSEDBlindsided By Betrayal: Should You Leave, Stay, or Work It Out? AI Scams & Deepfakes: The New Era of Manipulation Forced Open Relationships & “Monopoly” Dynamics When Secrets Become DEADLY: The Epidemic of Drugging Wives Practical Tools: How To Know If You’ve Been Drugged The Dirty Tactics Manipulators Use (And How to Beat Them) Legit Safety Tips (Even From Serial Killers, Y’all) The Power of Women Lifting Women Thank you to our sponsors: AquaTru: 20% off your purifier with code LISA https://aquatru.com Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa FOLLOW ME & THE SHOW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve ever handed your heart (or your secrets) to the WRONG person because you thought you were “bonding”… this is the wake-up call you need. In PART 2 with former Russian spy Aliia Roza, we push past the mind games and get radically honest about what REALLY keeps you safe… from trauma, from manipulators, from the ugliest corners of the world. SHOWNOTES - Strategies to spot red flags and NEVER become a “project” for a narcissist or predator - How trafficking setups REALLY happen: model scouts, “exclusive” jobs, and the missing questions that save lives - What’s REAL and what’s a setup: Epstein, Ghislaine, the “friend” ruse, and why women trust other women - The ultimate defense: boundaries, testing, and what to do when you feel rushed or pressured - The ROOT of immunity to manipulation & why unshakable confidence starts with programming your own brain - Full-body self-love rituals: mirror, music, touch, and orgasmic affirmation for invincible confidence - Pheromones, energy signatures, and the subconscious reason you command a room - Why cutting out toxic people is essential to bulletproofing your boundaries - The 5 qualities of a (dangerous) woman, a spy, and a survivor - Anchoring your wins, stacking your power, and techniques for peak-state public speaking and negotiation - Stepping into visibility, overcoming fear, and making your story your safe house Thank you to our sponsors: AquaTru: 20% off your purifier with code LISA https://aquatru.com Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Follow Aliia Roza: Website: https://www.rozaclub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliiaroza/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Rozaspytips  FOLLOW LISA BILYEU: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered if you could spot a manipulator before he breaks your heart… or your life? Or if you’ve binge-watched Red Sparrow and thought, “Damn, could I ever think like a spy?” This week, I’m joined by Aliia Roza… a real former Russian spy turned fierce human trafficking fighter, advocate for women’s empowerment, and literal walking goddess of self-confidence. She survived government betrayal, sex trafficking, and the darkest side of “the honey trap” and now, she’s on a daring mission to TEACH us, step by step, how to keep ourselves safe from manipulators, from love bombers, and yes, from the sneakiest emotional predators out there. SHOWNOTES - Why all seduction starts with self-confidence - Social engineering and planting emotional “seeds” for maximum control over your target - Why you should NEVER share stories of forgiving an ex for cheating or abuse - The core childhood wound manipulators exploit and the step-by-step “hacking” of a vulnerable mind - Spotting love bombing, the reward-punishment dopamine trap, and “obsession” vs. real love - Inside the mind of the manipulator: is the goal love or obsession (and what’s the difference)? - The Tinder Swindler as a modern spy… manipulation red flags revealed - Why spies adapt: creating drama, studying childhood wounds, and programming trust - Victim mentality, the dangers of sharing your vulnerability, and pressing emotional buttons - How expert manipulators use active listening, rapport building, and emotional similarity - Sexual energy as a weapon: leveraging female power for trust, loyalty, and ambition (and the science behind it) - Sex anchors, touch programming, and controlling memory with pleasure cues - How to redirect “male gaze” in business and instantly build trust without seduction - Secrets of rapport: listening, emotional bridges, and deep-dive questioning - Archetypes of women: queen, mother, lover, friend, and how manipulators target each one Thank you to our sponsors: AquaTru: 20% off your purifier with code LISA https://aquatru.com Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Follow Aliia Roza: Website: https://www.rozaclub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliiaroza/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Rozaspytips  FOLLOW LISA BILYEU: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to part 2 of this DEEP & moving conversation with country singer and toxic relationship survivor Stephanie Quayle and narcissism expert Dr. Keith Campbell.   Get ready for even more heartfelt insights and truthbombs as we dive into:  - 3 strategies for coping with the wounds left from a narcissist so you can take ownership of your story, make a change, and actually HEAL  - Why you need to seek professional help as soon as possible in these toxic situations to break the cycle - And what you can do to take your power back and actually UNLEARN all the shame, guilt, and wounds that have been ingrained in you You won’t want to miss the final part of this episode!!  And if you're loving Women of Impact, please take a moment to leave us a review or rate the show. Your feedback is incredibly valuable! Follow Stephanie Quayle: Website: https://www.stephaniequayle.com/home Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniequayle Order “Why We Stay”: https://a.co/d/3eWfX1D Follow Dr. W. Keith Campbell: Website: https://www.wkeithcampbell.com/ SubStack: https://wkeithcampbell.substack.com/ Order “Why We Stay”:  https://a.co/d/3eWfX1D Follow Me, Lisa Bilyeu:  Website: https://www.radicalconfidence.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu  X: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu  If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions. Go to my Dexa page: ⁠https://dexa.ai/lisabilyeu⁠  Themes: Confidence, Relationships, Business, Mental Health, Self-Improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready for this episode of Women of Impact all about how to spot the charming, seemingly “nice guy” narcissists who are out on the hunt for smart and successful women like you to use and suck the confidence right out of!!  This interview will teach you how to take your power back so you don’t feel small, stupid, and powerless for years in an unhealthy and toxic relationship, and actually HEAL from the wounds so you don’t end up broken, full of shame, insignificant, and in the same toxic situation…again!  And today’s guests here to help with that are Stephanie Quayle and Dr. Keith.  Stephanie is a successful country singer, and her story is insaaaaaane! For 4 years, she was with a seemingly “nice” guy who actually had multiple secret lives while attending his funeral after his unexpected death! He was prolifically cheating on her and lying to her and she had no idea until she was at his funeral!  It wasn’t until she finally got professional help from experts in narcissism, like psychologist Dr. Keith, that she was able to begin to let go of the shame and break the cycle of toxic relationships!! When anyone is able to recognize their relationship for the toxic and unhealthy situation that it is, then they can actually DO something about it, and that’s what I want for you from this episode, homie!! Follow Stephanie Quayle: Website: https://www.stephaniequayle.com/home Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniequayle Order “Why We Stay”: https://a.co/d/3eWfX1D Follow Dr. W. Keith Campbell: Website: https://www.wkeithcampbell.com/ SubStack: https://wkeithcampbell.substack.com/ Order “Why We Stay”:  https://a.co/d/3eWfX1D Follow Me, Lisa Bilyeu:  Website: https://www.radicalconfidence.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu  X: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu  If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions. Go to my Dexa page: ⁠https://dexa.ai/lisabilyeu⁠  Themes: Confidence, Relationships, Business, Mental Health, Self-Improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re diving DEEP into viral topics from toxic masculinity in the manosphere to the psychological heartbreak of family estrangement (Brooklyn Beckham, anyone?), plus the Oscar’s dirty little secret: body image, Ozempic, and why women are still set up to lose. We’ve got the absolutely brilliant Nicole Lepera (the holistic psychologist herself) and Christina back in the house, breaking down the REAL emotional traps, offering game-changing advice, and helping you reclaim your agency… even when the whole world (or your ex) says you can’t. SHOWNOTES Why Women Get Stuck in Toxic Relationships Leaving Abuse: Healing & Choosing Healthy Love Going No Contact: Should You Cut Off Toxic Family? #BoyMom Drama: When Mothers Enmesh With Their Sons Body Image Bombshells: The Oscars, Ozempic & Generational Trauma Parentification: When Kids Get Pulled Into Adult Drama Reparenting Yourself: Practical Ways To Heal, Build Boundaries, And Find Community Thank you to our sponsor:  Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa FOLLOW ME & THE SHOW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In part two, Alison and I dive deep into infidelity, why both men and women cheat, the four “food groups” men need (prepare to be shocked!), and the absolute game-changing revelation she discovered after 35 years about the “ever presence of death” in men’s lives. We dismantle the myth of men as the constant “bad guys,” get brutally honest about what loyalty really means, and Alison reveals how tuning into your own AND your partner’s core needs is the secret to a lasting, passionate relationship. Plus—how to stop repeating self-sabotage, the actual reasons men get lost in video games (and why it’s not a waste!) and the only way to press ‘reset’ and repair love after betrayal. Shownotes Infidelity, emotional cheating, and how needs go unmet How losing confidence kills faithfulness Sex, admiration, and why men stray The true fuel behind male protection and provision The ‘wave’ of infidelity and why “just leave” isn’t as simple as it sounds Monogamy, needs, and the painful truth about marriage struggles Alison’s newest, SHOCKING revelation: men and the “ever presence of death” What makes a woman worth dying (or living) for? Healing wounds, crafting your sexual manifesto, and why men are more innocent than you think Strategic sex and why American women get it wrong The sheepdog vs. the wolf: how to tell if a man is GOOD Why you HAVE to study video games to master loving men The real difference between punishment and consequences—how to finally reset and start over Thank you to our sponsors: Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Follow Alison Armstrong: Website: https://www.alisonarmstrong.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thealisonarmstrong/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlisonArmstrongVideos  FOLLOW LISA BILYEU: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alison Armstrong has spent 35 years (yes, THREE. FIVE. YEARS.) studying men, gender dynamics, and what keeps love alive. In today’s episode, she drops the stuff NO ONE warned you about: the ways women unintentionally emasculate men (and ourselves!), what men crave far deeper than just sex, why your feedback feels like an “attack,” and how centuries-old survival mechanisms are still ruining your love life today. If you ever wondered why your guy doesn’t “get” taking out the trash, why men seem to tune out criticism, or why your needs still feel unmet, part one is your roadmap out of confusion and pain and into total clarity, self-honor, and actually getting what you need. SHOWNOTES How women accidentally emasculate men (and themselves) The “castrating” conversation that changed Alison’s life Childhood stories: humiliating jocks, snap shirts, & the roots of gender pain How withholding admiration, appreciation, and accountability destroys relationships Why men need “actionable information” Why “taking out the trash” is not one simple thing “Feels like love, looks like math” – why your needs go unmet How men decide what women really need (and why it’s not what you think) Exhaustion, “the sleep slide,” and why feeling safe is everything Shame, self-worth, and what women do that hurts men the most The layers of male protection against criticism The difference between single-focus (men) and diffuse awareness (women) Why men don’t hear most of your criticism (and what to do instead) Wounds, shame, and the Superman complex—how this drives both genders The “frog farmer”: how you turn princes into frogs (and how to stop) Are all men just narcissists? How fear and labels destroy real connection The “bear in the woods” effect—why women run at red flags Why criticism flips men from “provide” to “protect” Why leading with sexuality puts men off-balance (and why that made Alison feel safe) Thank you to our sponsors: Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Follow Alison Armstrong: Website: https://www.alisonarmstrong.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thealisonarmstrong/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlisonArmstrongVideos  FOLLOW LISA BILYEU: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to part 2 of this SUPERRRR deep dive episode of Women of Impact on attachment styles and how they impact your life with triple board certified clinical and forensic neuropsychologist, Dr. Judy Ho!   And it just gets better in part 2 as we go deeper into understanding the different types of attachment styles, what tendencies you have because of them, and what you can do to actually overcome them, retrain your brain, and reclaim your frikin’ life!  Dr. Judy and I talking about:   - The formula for handling triggers so they don’t totally derail your growth  - The miracle question to ask yourself which will help you to FINALLY enjoy your life more  - How attachment styles show up in your relationships, career, mindset, and entire frikin’ life - And 3 things you can do to go from an insecure attachment style to secure attachment!!  Don't miss out on the final part of this conversation with Dr. Judy Ho.  And if you're loving Women of Impact, please take a moment to leave us a review or rate the show. Your feedback is incredibly valuable! Follow Dr. Judy Ho: Website: https://drjudyho.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjudyho/ Order “The New Rules of Attachment”: https://drjudyho.com/books/the-new-rules-of-attachment/ Follow Me, Lisa Bilyeu:  Website: https://www.radicalconfidence.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu  X: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu  If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions. Go to my Dexa page: ⁠https://dexa.ai/lisabilyeu⁠  Themes: Confidence, Relationships, Business, Mental Health, Self-Improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Lisa Bilyeu and today I’ve got such a frikin’ important episode of Women of Impact that will help you take back your power and feel frikin’ confident that you can achieve the life you ALWAYS wanted!!  And today’s guest is here with SOOO much incredible knowledge to help us better understand ourselves – it’s the amazing triple board certified clinical and forensic neuropsychologist, Dr. Judy Ho.  Now guys, this woman is an absolute EXPERT on the different types of attachment styles AND how you can actually heal insecure attachment styles at ANY age and improve every aspect of your life, from friendships to your career to romantic relationships and even your sense of self.  In this episode we discuss in SOO much detail:  - What EXACTLY makes you always go back to unhealthy relationships & how you can actually break the cycle   - Each of the 4 types of attachment styles & how each show up in your life, relationships, and career - How to retrain your brain’s operating system so you can actually get what you want out of life and not be controlled by your insecure attachments  And that’s just in part 1 of this amazing 2 part episode! This stuff goes to the core of your identity homie, and so this episode will help you actually learn more about yourself so you can grow and become the person you ACTUALLY want to be. I know I learnt sooo much from Dr. Judy and you will too!  So grab a pen and paper and listen up!!  Follow Dr. Judy Ho: Website: https://drjudyho.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjudyho/ Order “The New Rules of Attachment”: https://drjudyho.com/books/the-new-rules-of-attachment/ Follow Me, Lisa Bilyeu:  Website: https://www.radicalconfidence.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu  X: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu  If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions. Go to my Dexa page: ⁠https://dexa.ai/lisabilyeu⁠  Themes: Confidence, Relationships, Business, Mental Health, Self-Improvement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The wild headlines: Keke Palmer and Demi Lovato dating older dudes when they were barely out of braces (and why so many people just shrugged it off—until now). Can HUGE age gaps ever actually be healthy? We break down the research, the heartbreak, and the real stories nobody wants to talk about. Jay-Z, Beyoncé, R. Kelly & Aaliyah, Celine Dion’s controversial marriage AI “boyfriends,” virtual cheating, and sex toys bought by robots “On again, off again” toxic relationships—Why do you keep going back when you KNOW it’s bad for you?  How to spot manipulative men—and the sneaky ways they pull the strings.  The 4 Levels of Safety a man MUST give you.  Why women (hell, all of us) feel invisible… especially with age. Major shoutout to Gillian Anderson for being a legend. Thank you to our sponsors: Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa OneSkin: 15% off with code LISA at https://oneskin.co/lisa Daily Look: 50% code WOI https://dailylook.com AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code LISA https://airdoctorpro.com Cozy Earth: code COZYLISA for 20% off https://cozyearth.comFollow Adam Lane Smith: Website: https://adamlanesmith.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/attachmentadam/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AttachmentAdam  FOLLOW ME FOR UPDATES & FUTURE LIVES:  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices