Women of Impact

What do you do when your worst nightmare comes true? For Emma Heming Willis, wife of Bruce Willis, that moment came when she realized something was deeply wrong. Her once-perfect love story was about to change forever. In this powerful, raw, and emotional episode, Emma opens up about the early signs that something was off, how she learned to trust her gut, and what it really takes to stand by the person you love through illness, grief, and uncertainty. This is not a story about tragedy. It’s about love, resilience, and the courage to rise even when life knocks you to your knees. Here’s exactly what we dive into: When Everything Changes: The Moment Emma Knew Something Was Wrong Meeting Bruce Willis & Building a Foundation of Love Green Flags That Defined Their Relationship The First Signs of Change: When Bruce Started to Slip Away Acting on Instinct: Getting Answers When No One Listens Choosing Strength Over Despair: The Pivot Point The Hidden Emotions of Caregiving: Anger, Guilt & Resentment Grieving Someone Who’s Still Here: The Pain of Ambiguous Loss Redefining “Self-Care” & Making Time Without Guilt Stay Here, Don’t Go There: How to Ground Yourself in the Moment Caregiving, Mortality & The Power of Asking for Help Follow Emma Heming Willis: Website: https://emmahemingwillis.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmahemingwillis/ Check out our sponsors: Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out. Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at https://macys.com OneSkin: 15% off code LISA at https://oneskin.co True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact FOLLOW LISA:Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. This is a fan fav episode. In this episode, SPIRIT takes us on an enlightening exploration of the aftermath of breakups and the rollercoaster ride of entering a new relationship. They shed light on the significance of moving furniture, changing one's environment, and how our brain is wired for patterns. SPIRIT is a passionate advocate for open and honest communication in relationships. They believe that understanding compatibility is crucial in creating a lasting connection. They emphasize the importance of treating the dating period as an interview, where conversations about long-term goals and desires can help determine if two people's futures align. SPIRIT recognizes that many individuals focus solely on the present and the fleeting feelings, without considering the potential for a shared forever. Through their work, they aim to encourage people to have these vital discussions to build stronger and more fulfilling relationships. But it doesn't end there. SPIRIT goes even deeper, challenging us to question the presence of a meaningful connection in our relationships. They discuss the importance of becoming the best version of ourselves while still enjoying the presence of our partners. Original air date: 10-19-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. In this episode, SPIRIT takes us on an enlightening exploration of the aftermath of breakups and the rollercoaster ride of entering a new relationship. They shed light on the significance of moving furniture, changing one's environment, and how our brain is wired for patterns. SPIRIT is a passionate advocate for open and honest communication in relationships. They believe that understanding compatibility is crucial in creating a lasting connection. They emphasize the importance of treating the dating period as an interview, where conversations about long-term goals and desires can help determine if two people's futures align. SPIRIT recognizes that many individuals focus solely on the present and the fleeting feelings, without considering the potential for a shared forever. Through their work, they aim to encourage people to have these vital discussions to build stronger and more fulfilling relationships. But it doesn't end there. SPIRIT goes even deeper, challenging us to question the presence of a meaningful connection in our relationships. They discuss the importance of becoming the best version of ourselves while still enjoying the presence of our partners. Original air date: 10-18-2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. If you’re a human, you’ve most likely been in relationships and situations that spark regret, shame and confusion on what to do and who to be in the moment. So often, people spend time trying to please everyone around them. The way you dress, the way you style your hair, where you sit in the meeting, all of these decisions are so easily influenced by a want and desire to be given approval from the right people. But what about you? What do you want? How often are you spending time apologizing for feeling, and even better how often are you downplaying that you even feel anything? Najwa Zebian is an activist, poet and celebrated author. She joins Lisa for a second time to discuss how she came to radical self acceptance, and share the startling fact that we may actually be gaslighting ourselves when we diminish and disregard the pain we feel when vulnerability has been betrayed in the hands of the wrong person. Najwa’s Questions for Self-Acceptance: 1. Who are you? 2. Why do I believe what I believe? 3. Why do I live my life the way that I do? 4. Why am I scared of X, Y and Z? 5. Why are you so afraid of feeling pain? “When you build your home and other people you give them the power to make as homeless” -Najwa Zebian SHOW NOTES: Gaslighting Yourself | Why diminishing your painful experience lessens your self-worth [0:40] Homeless | How we build homes in others and end up homeless when they walk away [6:37] Toxic Savior | Trying to save someone doesn’t mean you’re owed anything, that’s toxic [9:47] Proof of Love | Examining the real cost of having someone love versus what you receive [16:03] Self-Aware | The need to be aware of your triggers and the filter you’ve created for life [19:56] Self-Acceptance | Self-acceptance versus indifference and know who you’re accepting [25:59] Identity Crisis | Najwa shares the personal crisis that made her question her identity [33:59] Being Hurt | Why you need to acknowledge the hurt and know healing in your power [39:30] Vulnerability | How to be open to vulnerability after being hurt even in protection mode [45:24] Unwinding Triggers | Finding the origin of your triggers and allow yourself to feel it [51:56] Self-Judgement | Not blaming or judging yourself for allowing things to happen [55:36] Original air date: 10-27-2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever met someone who felt off… but you jut couldn’t explain why? The smile didn’t reach their eyes. The story didn’t add up. But you second-guessed yourself anyway. That’s exactly what this episode is about. I sat down with Chase Hughes, former U.S. Navy Chief and human behavior expert, to break down the science of spotting lies and decoding manipulation, before it destroys your confidence. He reveals the exact cues liars can’t hide, how narcissists give themselves away, and the “bait question” that exposes guilt instantly. Here’s exactly what you’ll learn: The blink-rate trick that reveals stress and deception in real time How narcissists react when you show vulnerability The interrogation-style question that instantly exposes manipulators Chapter Titles: How to Spot a Lie in Seconds (The Zoom Call Breakdown) Blink Rate: The Body’s Built-In Lie Detector Fake Openness & Closed Body Language The Language of Liars: Pronouns & Chronology The Punishment Question That Exposes Guilt Follow Chase Hughes: Website: https://www.chasehughes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasehughesofficial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChaseHughesOfficial Check out our sponsors: Magic Spoon: code LISABILYEU $5 off https://magicspoon.com/lisabilyeuVital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out. Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at https://macys.com Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisaOneSkin: 15% off code LISA at https://oneskin.co FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know that moment when your gut says “something’s off”... but you ignore it? When someone’s words sound sweet, but their eyes don’t match? This episode is your wake-up call. I brought together the most dangerous minds in psychology, persuasion, and human behavior, Robert Greene, Andrew Bustamante, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula, to expose the exact tactics manipulators use to gain control. From subtle “negging” and love-bombing, to psychological warfare used by spies, this mashup will teach you how to stop being played, spot red flags early, and take back your power. Whether it’s dating, work, or friendships, these are the tools that will keep you safe, sharp, and unshakable. SHOWNOTES Trust Your Gut: Spotting the Cold Male Seducer (Robert Greene) Why Pain Keeps You Hooked The Spy’s Playbook: How to Turn Loyalty Into Control (Andrew Bustamante) Avoidance, Competition, Compliance: How Manipulation Evolves Narcissistic Punishment: Fear, Withdrawal & Humiliation (Dr. Ramani) The Tests Narcissists Use to Find Easy Targets Safety Over Romance: The Real Test of Love Follow Today’s Experts: Robert Greene: https://www.instagram.com/robertgreeneofficial/ Andrew Bustamante: https://www.instagram.com/everydayspy/ Dr. Ramani Durvasula: https://www.instagram.com/doctorramani/ Check out our sponsors: Magic Spoon: code LISABILYEU $5 off https://magicspoon.com/lisabilyeu Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out. Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at https://macys.com Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa OneSkin: 15% off code LISA at https://oneskin.co FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. Experiencing manipulation and betrayal is a painful journey many of us know all too well and can really leave you questioning your judgment. But what if you could see the signs before it's too late? Today’s guest is the ahhh-mazing Annie Sarnblad, a global expert in reading facial expressions and a literal human lie detector. She's able to recognize thousands of facial expressions and she’s decoding them in her new book, “How to Become a Human Lie Detector” , so you too can recognize the red flags and listen to your gut before you attach to a person (romantically, financially, or otherwise). In part one of this two part episode, we go deep into: *How facial expressions reveal the raw, authentic feelings someone has *How to spot a liar in 2 minutes *The secret to spotting true arousal in their eyes *Unmasking deceiving sweet talk *And more! Original air date: 10-17-2023 From the subtle twitches of the eye to the slight change in tone, every detail matters when it comes to deciphering the truth. Whether you've been burned in the past or just want to be more discerning in your relationships, don't miss out on this opportunity to equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate relationships with more confidence and clarity in how the other person really feels. Because your mental, emotional, and physical safety is absolute priority. Remember, trust is a two-way street, and with the right tools and understanding, you can rebuild and strengthen it with the RIGHT people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. Experiencing manipulation and betrayal is a painful journey many of us know all too well and can really leave you questioning your judgment. But what if you could see the signs before it's too late? Today’s guest is the ahhh-mazing Annie Sarnblad, a global expert in reading facial expressions and a literal human lie detector. She's able to recognize thousands of facial expressions and she’s decoding them in her new book, “How to Become a Human Lie Detector” , so you too can recognize the red flags and listen to your gut before you attach to a person (romantically, financially, or otherwise). In part one of this two part episode, we go deep into: *How facial expressions reveal the raw, authentic feelings someone has *How to spot a liar in 2 minutes *The secret to spotting true arousal in their eyes *Unmasking deceiving sweet talk *And more! Original air date: 10-13-2023 From the subtle twitches of the eye to the slight change in tone, every detail matters when it comes to deciphering the truth. Whether you've been burned in the past or just want to be more discerning in your relationships, don't miss out on this opportunity to equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate relationships with more confidence and clarity in how the other person really feels. Because your mental, emotional, and physical safety is absolute priority. Remember, trust is a two-way street, and with the right tools and understanding, you can rebuild and strengthen it with the RIGHT people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. The term narcissist gets thrown around a lot to the misfortune of people who are not actually narcissistic. Toxicity, emotional, mental, and verbal abuse are clear common markers of narcissistic behavior. Hopefully, you’re not in a relationship with a narcissistic person, but perhaps you’ve recently left a toxic situation and still feel lost, confused and uncertain how to handle the narcissist in your life. Dr. Ramani doesn’t mince words when it comes to dealing with narcissists. The depth of knowledge she has from working with victims of narcissism is mind-blowing. In this episode we’ve packed some of the best advice Dr. Ramani has shared with Lisa on Women of Impact so you can take notes and the cycle of abuse and start healing. If you’ve managed to avoid relationships with narcissists to this point, we’re cheering for you. We want you to be safe and be aware of the red fags many people miss until it’s too far gone. SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Introduction to Dr. Ramani 0:09 | Look for These Red Flags 26:02 | They Weaponize Vulnerabilities 47:48 | 6 Types of Narcissists 1:04:44 | Red Flags in Conversation 1:15:15 | How to Heal & Detox 1:37:06 | Break the Trauma Bond 1:52:15 | How to Leave a Narcissist Original air date: 5-15-2022 Follow Dr. Ramani: Website: ⁠http://doctor-ramani.com/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/user/DoctorRamanDurvasula⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/DoctorRamani⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/doctorramani/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/doctorramani⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. Regardless of where you are located, your educational background, or your financial situation, we tend to have similar emotional and personal struggles, yet feel so isolated and alone dealing with them. Everyday stress and avoidant behaviors and habits leave you fearful, disappointed, and lacking enough significance in your own life to even prioritize YOU! Marissa Peer’s mission is to help people realize there are simple, rapid and effective techniques that can change life for the better. She is sharing these tactics here with Lisa and with you to understand the power that your words and thoughts have over your life. Put an end to your self-destructive behaviors and habits, get to the root of the feelings sabotaging you, and start telling yourself a better lie. “Thoughts dictate feelings, your feelings dictate your actions, and your actions dictate your events.” Marisa Peer Check out Marisa Peer’s latest book, Tell Yourself a Better Lie: ⁠https://amzn.to/39U2M7w⁠ SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Introduction to Marissa Peer 0:25 | Control Your Thoughts, Not Your Feelings 23:29 | Start Practicing This! 42:49 | Find What Lies Beneath 59:23 | Bonus: Stop Feeling Trapped Original air date: 6-26-2022 Follow Marisa Peer: Website: ⁠https://marisapeer.com/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/MarisaPeer⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/marisa.peer.therapy/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/marisapeertherapy/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGb0bBp7bTQBHLlyAfNV-Fg⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wonder why some people light up a room and others shrink the second the spotlight hits them? Why confidence looks so natural for some but feels impossible to fake? I brought in Charlie Houpert, founder of Charisma on Command (7M+ YouTube subscribers), to decode the psychology of confidence, charisma, and connection… using viral clips, movie moments, and real-world relationships. From Taylor Swift’s transformation from shy to self-assured, to the body language cues that reveal insecurity, to the painful truth about why couples tear each other down in public, this episode will change the way you see confidence forever. We break down what it really means to project power without arrogance, build self-worth without validation, and read people’s energy so you never get played again. SHOWNOTES The Hidden Cues That Reveal Confidence vs. Insecurity The Aborted Wave: Why We Shrink Instead of Showing Up The Confidence Arc in Pretty Woman: Judgment, Shame & Revenge Taylor Swift: From Insecure to Unshakable Why Women Rush Their Words (and How to Reclaim Space) The Alec Baldwin Red Carpet Breakdown: When Relationships Go Public Why “Clapping Back” Costs You Confidence When Contempt Kills Relationships (and How to Rebuild Respect) Mean Girls & the Science of Fake Niceness Why We Fall for Insincere People (and How to Stop) Follow Charlie Houpert: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharismaonCommand Website: https://www.charismaoncommand.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliehoupert/ Check out our sponsors: Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out. Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at https://macys.com Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Magic Spoon: code LISABILYEU $5 off https://magicspoon.com/lisabilyeu FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. What up homie! I’ve got a powerful two-part episode that’s going to expose everything you need to know before you negotiate your time, your affection, or your peace of mind with a narcissist. Today we have the top globally recognized attorney who specializes in narcissistic negotiations joining us to spill the tea. It’s not enough to just spot red flags in your personal and professional lives, I want you to understand the danger of missing them and Rebecca Zung is delivering what you need to beat the narcissist at home and in the office. Spot the narcissists hiding among us and get what you need out of them on your terms in the first part of today’s episode: *Turn the tables and learn how to ETHICALLY manipulate the manipulator *Discover the narcissist’s scam that’s leaving high-value women like yourself feeling undervalued and worthless. *Genius phrases that’ll disarm your narcissist, protect you, and give you the leverage you need to beat them at their own game. After this power packed episode you’ll know the secret to beating narcissists and getting them to shrink in any situation. All of this is unfolding now! This is for my homies aiming for success and balance in life. Learn how to navigate a toxic partner at home and in the corporate world, because when you know the game, you can actually win! Check out Rebecca’s book, Slay the Bully, How to Negotiate with a Narcissist & Win: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/SLAY-Bully-How-Negotiate-Narcissist/dp/1637586868⁠ Original air date: 1-5-2023 REBECCA ZUNG QUOTES: “You have to be really clear about what you want in a negotiation or you’re not going to be able to get there.” “All narcissists are driven by one thing and one thing only. That is narcissistic supply.” “Not only is the narcissist not rational and reasonable when you’re dealing with them in negotiation, also the target person has been traumatized too…” Follow Rebecca Zung: Website: ⁠https://www.rebeccazung.com/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RebeccaZungEsq⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/rebeccazung⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/rebeccazung/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/rebeccazung/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. What up homie! I’ve got a powerful two-part episode that’s going to expose everything you need to know before you negotiate your time, your affection, or your peace of mind with a narcissist. Today we have the top globally recognized attorney who specializes in narcissistic negotiations joining us to spill the tea. It’s not enough to just spot red flags in your personal and professional lives, I want you to understand the danger of missing them and Rebecca Zung is delivering what you need to beat the narcissist at home and in the office. Spot the narcissists hiding among us and get what you need out of them on your terms in the first part of today’s episode: *Turn the tables and learn how to ETHICALLY manipulate the manipulator *Discover the narcissist’s scam that’s leaving high-value women like yourself feeling undervalued and worthless. *Genius phrases that’ll disarm your narcissist, protect you, and give you the leverage you need to beat them at their own game. After this power packed episode you’ll know the secret to beating narcissists and getting them to shrink in any situation. All of this is unfolding now! This is for my homies aiming for success and balance in life. Learn how to navigate a toxic partner at home and in the corporate world, because when you know the game, you can actually win! Check out Rebecca’s book, Slay the Bully, How to Negotiate with a Narcissist & Win: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/SLAY-Bully-How-Negotiate-Narcissist/dp/1637586868⁠ Original air date: 1-4-2023 REBECCA ZUNG QUOTES: “You have to be really clear about what you want in a negotiation or you’re not going to be able to get there.” “All narcissists are driven by one thing and one thing only. That is narcissistic supply.” “Not only is the narcissist not rational and reasonable when you’re dealing with them in negotiation, also the target person has been traumatized too…” Follow Rebecca Zung: Website: ⁠https://www.rebeccazung.com/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RebeccaZungEsq⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/rebeccazung⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/rebeccazung/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/rebeccazung/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. What's up, homies! Lisa Bilyeu here, and boy do we have a story for you. Ever wondered what it's like being married to the real 'Wolf of Wall Street'? Yep, the one Leonardo DiCaprio played in that blockbuster hit. Well, buckle up because today we're getting the inside scoop from the ex-wife herself, Nadine Macaluso, now known as Dr. Nae. The thrill of being showered with admiration, only to later realize you’ve been set up for domination and control has happened to smart women, beautiful women, all kinds of women. Nadine has been there too, and she's come out on the other side with powerful lessons and insights about trauma bonding, power imbalance, and the allure of toxic attractive men. But here's the best part, homies. Nadine didn't just survive; she thrived. She went from being the wife of the real 'Wolf of Wall Street' to becoming an author and therapist. In her book, 'Run Like Hell', she talks about recognizing and escaping from narcissistic abuse. Original air date: 2-7-2024 Chapter Markers: [00:00] Intro [00:22] The Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing [11:16] The Pathological Lover Trap [21:08] The “Pro-Social” People Pleaser [33:38] Healing After the Wolf [47:05] Confidence to Get Back Up [1:01:03] Create Meaning Out Of Pain [1:09:53] Out Smart Him with Rebecca Zung ****Bonus Episode with Superstar Attorney Rebecca Zung**** Dealing with a narcissist is like playing chess with a master manipulator? Rebecca's here to hand us the winning moves. And she’s pointing out more than the red flags we often miss. She's teaching us how to understand the game, see through the ploys, and out smart the narcissist. Powerful Thoughts from Nadine Macaluso: “Just by the very fact that you love someone, they have power over you.” “I hate to tell you this, but the nice part is manipulative too.” “As your confidence builds, true deep confidence – their tactics, their manipulations, they don’t sting as much.” “He doesn’t live in your house anymore, don’t let him live in your head.” “Abuse is always the fault of the pathological person.” Follow Nadine Macaluso: Website: ⁠https://drnae.com/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/therealdrnadine/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealDrNadine⁠ Follow Rebecca Zung: Website: ⁠https://www.rebeccazung.com/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@RebeccaZungEsq⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/rebeccazung/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. I am beyond excited to welcome you to another powerful episode of Women of Impact. Does the mom life, wife duties, and career obligations have you feeling lost in a whirlwind? Are you ready to reclaim your identity and reignite that spark of joy? Then buckle up because today's guest, Andrea Navedo, is about to change your life! You may know Andrea from her role in 'Jane the Virgin', but her real-life journey is even more inspiring. She battled through fears, fought the inner negative voices, and emerged as the powerful, authentic, badass. Today, she's here to share her story and empower you to do the same. In this episode, we dive right into the guilt of choosing yourself - we tend to rank all of our other roles to everyone else over ourselves on a daily basis. But guess what? Your needs matter too! We'll explore how to combat fear, silence the negative chatter in your head, and stop using family and responsibilities as an excuse not to chase your dreams. And if you're looking for a game-changing strategy, wait till you hear Andrea's super tactical trick for using the Power of Regret as a powerful motivator for success. So, are you ready to break free from the 'Nice Girl' habits, set boundaries, and start prioritizing YOU? Trust me, Andrea’s story is so relatable, and her tactics are incredibly actionable. This episode is a true dose of inspiration, empowerment, and total badassery. Let's do this journey together and ask ourselves one simple question today. What action do you need to take (right now) to start living without regret? Check out Andrea’s book Our Otherness Is Our Strength, Wisdom From the Boogie Down Bronx: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Our-Otherness-Strength-Wisdom-Boogie/dp/1506485707⁠ Original air date: 7-19-2023 Follow Andrea Navedo: Website: ⁠https://andreanavedo.com/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/andreanaved⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/andreanavedo/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/AndreaNavedoOfficial⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Continuing the riveting conversation from Part 1, Dr. Abbie Maroño and Lisa Bilyeu take us deeper into the world of manipulation, persuasion, and psychological self-defense. Dr. Abbie unpacks how master manipulators use the very same body language and behavioral cues of trustworthy people to draw women in… and how our brains often misinterpret these signals. The episode explores the red flags and patterns that reveal underlying bad intentions or abusive relationships, including shame tactics and psychological manipulation. Dr. Abbie gives concrete advice on decoding consistency of character over time and across different contexts, building healthy boundaries, and regaining agency after manipulation. This segment is essential for anyone determined to avoid the traps of toxic relationships and set themselves up for healthy, empowered love. SHOWNOTES The power of confirmation bias in relationshipsHow to pause, regulate emotions, and avoid snap decisions when pressuredContext-dependent behaviors vs. core character traits; observing consistencyThree tactics of psychological manipulation: suppress critical thoughts, hijack reward systems, and use shameHow to regulate your emotional state before dates and important eventsWhy aggressive questioning backfires—and what to do insteadManipulators and abusers: the slow breakdown of self-esteem and learned helplessnessReal-life examples of abusive and manipulative behaviorThe importance of supportive friends and outside perspective Check out our sponsors: 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! Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out. Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at https://macys.com Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this eye-opening episode of Women of Impact, host Lisa Bilyeu sits down with Dr. Abbie Maroño, a world-renowned expert in lie detection, body language, and persuasion. As a top 1% performer in her field, Dr. Abbie teaches the FBI, Secret Service, and other elite organizations how to spot deception and catch master manipulators. This conversation is an absolute must for anyone who’s ever wondered, “How did I fall for that?” Dr. Abbie breaks down the psychology and subtle science behind deception, explaining why it’s so hard to spot a lie… even for the smartest women. Together, Lisa and Dr. Abbie examine the unconscious behaviors and stress responses that can betray a liar, and set up practical tools for anyone to become their own lie detector and take back control in their relationships and lives. SHOWNOTES The importance of lie detection for womenStress cues in body language: self-touch, hair pulling, lip touching, fidgetingRepetitive stress behaviors and their meaningFight, flight, and nonverbal cues: reading feet and body orientation Mimicry and its impact on cooperation How to mentally note “hot spots” in conversation for revisitingUsing reverse order and observation-based questioning to reveal inconsistencies Spotting distancing language and pronoun dropThe danger of master manipulators and projecting trustworthinessThe neuroscience of trust: why we judge trustworthiness in 33 milliseconds The “good” and “bad” signs of body language (and how they can be faked) FOLLOW DR. ABBIE MAROÑO: Website: https://www.abbiemarono.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorabbieofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-abbie-maro%C3%B1o-phd-35ab2611a/ Check out our sponsors: 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! Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out. Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at https://macys.com Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. When it comes to relationships and marriage, having kids together, unhealthy cycles of love and abuse, and financial or lifestyle dependency can make it really difficult to walk away from the wrong partner. But homie, I’ve got you covered with the second half of this epic conversation with the woman investing and earning millions of dollars after walking out on the so-called “perfect life.” If you’ve been on the fence about what your next move is to get OUT of your current situation, this is it! This episode is dedicated to the women who have quietly accepted a life they never dreamed of nor wanted. For the women stuck living life without passion and excitement, and who learned to sacrifice and stay quiet for everyone else, this if for you! No more playing the “nice girl” It’s time to let the Bad B*tch out to play this game on her terms. Codie Sanchez went from living someone else’s dream life to tearing it all down and building her own dream life. This woman is not for play, she’s about making power moves and being crystal clear about what she wants. Codie said to hell with being a complacent well kept wife and chose to become the woman she wanted to be. Original air date: 8-31-2023 Follow Codie Sanchez: Website: ⁠https://www.codiesanchez.com/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@CodieSanchezCT⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/codie_sanchez⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/codiesanchez/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. Homie, if you’ve been on the fence about what your next move is to get OUT of your current situation, this is it! Today’s episode is dedicated to the women who’ve quietly accepted a life you never dreamed of, who settled for a life of comfort and safety over a life lived with radical passion, and those who learned to keep it all to themselves because it's better for everyone else. We’re done with playing the “nice girl” for everyone else at the expense of losing the Bad B*tch you were absolutely born to be. My guest today didn’t just build million dollar wealth for herself, she looked at the life she wasn’t excited for and she frikin changed it! Codie Sanchez went from living someone else’s dream life to tearing it all down and building her own dream life. This woman is not for play, she’s about making power moves and being crystal clear about what she wants. Codie said to hell with being a complacent well kept wife walking away from it all because the woman she desired to be deserved the chance to live. Codie Sanchez is joining me today for this two-part-inspiration-packed conversation to encourage you to get off the fence, make the decision, and stop living the trapped life. *How do you walk away from the “good life” or the “suffocating life"? *Don’t run from difficult conversation and you’ll avoid impossible conversation later *Add the Anti-Goal Planning strategy to you toolbelt for tackling bigger than life goals That’s just a glimpse of part one! If you’re not living the life you dreamed of and you’re trying to figure out ‘how the heck do I get here?” this conversation is for you. I want you to see what’s possible for you and take the most powerful ideas you hear and figure out how to use them to turn your life around. You don’t have to feel trapped in your life, and you sure as heck don’t have to stay unhappy for the sake of everyone else. Original air date: 8-30-23 Follow Codie Sanchez: Website: ⁠https://www.codiesanchez.com/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@CodieSanchezCT⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/codie_sanchez⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/codiesanchez/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. What up homies! Are you ready to give your inner foodie a boost of confidence and good cheer? Today I’m here with a dose of empowerment that will help you conquer the holidays and girls’ nights out with total confidence! Shawn Stevenson, author of Eat Smarter, is joining me for this spectacular episode, and we’re going to share powerful tips that make guilty eating and shameful cheat days can be a thing of the past! Learning how to love foods that love you back and how to be mindful about how different foods make you feel is an act of self love that leads to a much happier and healthier life. We uncover the truth behind ultra-processed foods and the shocking number of ingredients that can be found in chicken (I’m talking 17 ingredients which includes chicken flavoring –say what now?!). But this is not focused on theory - Shawn has some delicious recipes like buffalo chicken tacos, salmon burgers, veggie burgers, and pancakes that will make healthy eating a joy. I’m looking forward to giving these a try with the family for a get-together. By the end of these powerful 30 minutes together, you’ll be ready to swap ‘stress’ eating for ‘happy’ eating and you’ll think about how labeling your foods and meals as bad, guilty, and cheaty is way worse than eating and enjoying your food –good vibes, happy times, and a healthy state of mind can make that ice cream taste even better! Don't forget to check out Shawn's book, Eat Smarter Cookbook, for even more insights and inspiration: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Eat-Smarter-Family-Cookbook-Connection/dp/0316456462⁠ Follow Shawn Stevenson: Website: ⁠https://themodelhealthshow.com/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shawnmodel/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/ShawnModel⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. Welcome to another power-packed episode homie! Today, we're breaking free from the 'Nice Girl' habits and stepping into the bad b*tch boots that prioritizes self-love and creating the life you want and deserve. Award-winning singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur, Dinah Jane, former member of the chart-topping group 5th Harmony, is joining us and sharing how she transformed her identity crisis into power and self-acceptance. Dinah underlines the importance of having pride in the woman you've become, without shame for the woman you were. We explore the struggle between suffering in silence to please others, or standing up for oneself. Dinah shares her painful experience of diminishing herself for the wrong partner, and reveals how she escaped an unhealthy relationship and learned to be her own woman. Ladies, are you ready to shake off expectations from your family and society? Let's stop playing the 'Nice Girl', a path that leads to self-destruction, unnecessary pain, and abuse. This is your call to rise, speak out, and become the woman everyone respects. DINAH JANE WISDOM: “I want to fall. I want to cry. I want to be imperfect, I don’t want this perfect lifestyle.” “Are you going to continue to suffer? Or are you going to officially stand up for yourself and say I want this or I deserve this and change the verbage?” “Dimming myself for someone else is something I will never do to myself.” “I love me for me, whatever era I’m in.” “Sometimes I’m going to fall, and sometimes I’m not going to be perfect, but I’m always striving to be. When I make these mistakes I just know to get myself back up.” Original air date: 9-27-23 Follow Dinah Jane: Website: ⁠https://dinahjane.shop/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/dinahjane⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/dinahjane/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/dinahjaneofficial/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Women of Impact with Lisa Bilyeu: Dr. Caroline Fleck on Self-Validation, Escaping Manipulative Dynamics, and the PRACTICE of Confidence - Part 2 In Part 2 of this must-listen “Women of Impact” episode, Lisa Bilyeu and Dr. Caroline Fleck take their conversation to an even deeper and more practical level. Now that you have the full ACCEPTED roadmap for diffusing difficult personalities, this half is devoted to the all-important act of validating yourself… especially when the world (or your relationships) seem intent on tearing you down. Dr. Fleck shares tools for cultivating radical self-compassion, using nightly self-validation practices, and breaking free from self-judgment that keeps you stuck.. even in relationships that aren’t overtly toxic but simply no longer serve you. The conversation turns personal as Lisa shares her struggles with validation and women are empowered to take back their agency regardless of praise, criticism, or manipulation. SHOWNOTES How invalidation and praise can both be trapsSelf-validation: A nightly practice for emotional self-defenseSteps to building self-worth when no one else gives it to youTools for zooming in on your own feelings and experienceWhy marinating in an “emotion” (not the story) dissolves shameUsing self-compassion to break negative patternsHow making micro-commitments builds trust in yourselfDr. Fleck’s breast cancer journey and the demand for radical self-validationDR. FLECK’S self-validation practice (step-by-step) FOLLOW DR. CAROLINE FLECK:Website: https://www.drcarolinefleck.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinefleckphd TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drcarolinefleck Check out our sponsors: 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! Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out. Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at https://macys.com Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Women of Impact with Lisa Bilyeu: Dr. Caroline Fleck on Validation, Boundaries, and Dealing with Toxic People - Part 1 Get ready for a truly transformative episode of “Women of Impact” as Lisa Bilyeu welcomes Dr. Caroline Fleck, Stanford-trained clinical psychologist and author, for an unfiltered conversation about facing the most challenging personalities in our lives. Dr. Fleck, renowned for her expertise working with individuals with severe personality disorders, unpacks her research-based, eight-step method for validation, communication, and boundary-setting. In Part 1, Lisa and Dr. Fleck lay the groundwork for understanding validation as a powerful tool in navigating toxic dynamics. Dr. Fleck reveals the core ingredients of her ACCEPTED framework, discusses the critical skill of “attending” and “copying” during conflict, and shares science-backed tactics for de-escalating the impossible. Learn why setting boundaries is a true act of compassion, how “extinction bursts” show up in arguments, and why even narcissists feel safer when boundaries are clear. SHOWNOTES The truth about validation—what it means and how it cuts through toxicityStep 1: Attending—active listening with purposeStep 2: Copying—mirroring as a tool to build rapport and calm conflictStep 3: Contextualizing—making sense of behavior through historyStep 4: Equalizing—seeing the situation through the other’s eyesStep 5: Proposing—“mind reading” and how Oprah does itStep 6: Taking Action—when and how to intervene to support, not enableStep 7: Emote—using shared emotion to deepen connection, or when to simply witnessStep 8: Disclose—using personal stories to break shame and isolation FOLLOW DR. CAROLINE FLECK:Website: https://www.drcarolinefleck.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinefleckphd TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drcarolinefleck Check out our sponsors: 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! Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out. Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at https://macys.com Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. When it comes to love and relationships, being love-bombed only to be manipulated and gaslighted by your partner is an easy trap to fall into. When you don’t have words to put to the experience and you’re not even sure what is happening at the time it’s confusing and scary. This is why Women of Impact is committed to bringing you experts and some of the most inspiring women around. Homie! I want you to have the knowledge and the tools you need to spot the bullsh*t early and act accordingly knowing your value and your self-worth. My guest today is practically a real life superhero for herself and her patients. If you’re not familiar with Dr. Mariel Buque and all of her awesomeness, you will be after this two-part episode. Mariel was named to Lewis Howes’ School of Greatness Top 100 List of the Greatest People of 2022 Doing Good. In part one, Mariel is breaking down exactly what you need to do to end the gaslighting and say ‘so long’ to the manipulative cycles you keep finding yourself in. In addition to breaking down the 7 stages of manipulation, Mariel exposes: *The side of love bombing no one ever talks about *How to diffuse being gaslit when you’re in the moment *Partners that create more triggers than safety for you Ladies! We’re done with feeling like we’re crazy and we’re flipping the damn tables with this episode. Check out Dr. Mariel’s book, Break The Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Break-Cycle-Healing-Intergenerational-Trauma/dp/0593472497⁠ Original air date: 8-17-23 Follow Dr. Mariel Buque: Website: ⁠https://www.drmarielbuque.com/⁠ Podcast: ⁠https://breakthecyclewithdrmariel.buzzsprout.com/⁠ Twitter:: ⁠https://twitter.com/drmarielbuque⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/dr.marielbuque/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKa79peiy6CJf2RDI13YNeQ⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. When it comes to love and relationships, being love-bombed only to be manipulated and gaslighted by your partner is an easy trap to fall into. When you don’t have words to put to the experience and you’re not even sure what is happening at the time it’s confusing and scary. This is why Women of Impact is committed to bringing you experts and some of the most inspiring women around. Homie! I want you to have the knowledge and the tools you need to spot the bullsh*t early and act accordingly knowing your value and your self-worth. My guest today is practically a real life superhero for herself and her patients. If you’re not familiar with Dr. Mariel Buque and all of her awesomeness, you will be after this two-part episode. Mariel was named to Lewis Howes’ School of Greatness Top 100 List of the Greatest People of 2022 Doing Good. In part one, Mariel is breaking down exactly what you need to do to end the gaslighting and say ‘so long’ to the manipulative cycles you keep finding yourself in. In addition to breaking down the 7 stages of manipulation, Mariel exposes: *The side of love bombing no one ever talks about *How to diffuse being gaslit when you’re in the moment *Partners that create more triggers than safety for you Ladies! We’re done with feeling like we’re crazy and we’re flipping the damn tables with this episode. Check out Dr. Mariel’s book, Break The Cycle: A Guide to Healing Intergenerational Trauma: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Break-Cycle-Healing-Intergenerational-Trauma/dp/0593472497⁠ Original air date: 8-16-23 Follow Dr. Mariel Buque: Website: ⁠https://www.drmarielbuque.com/⁠ Podcast: ⁠https://breakthecyclewithdrmariel.buzzsprout.com/⁠ Twitter:: ⁠https://twitter.com/drmarielbuque⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/dr.marielbuque/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKa79peiy6CJf2RDI13YNeQ⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices