Welcome to another enlightening episode of Women of Impact, where today’s conversation will take you deep into the world of cults and manipulative relationships. I'm your host, Lisa Bilyeu, and joining me is cult expert Rick Alan Ross. In this episode, we unravel the insidious tactics of love bombing and conditional affection, the manipulation and dependency that cults and abusive relationships foster, and the isolation and indoctrination techniques that rob individuals of their autonomy.We also delve into the intricacies of leaving such environments and the intense feelings of shame and guilt that often accompany this challenging process. We'll discuss gender dynamics in narcissistic behaviors, the rise of female cult leaders like Amy Carlson and Elizabeth Claire Prophet, and the complex realities faced by cult members. From high-profile cases like Charles Manson’s manipulation tactics and Leslie Van Houten's eventual transformation, to the impact of modern social media in cult awareness, Rick offers invaluable insights into how cults recruit even the most intelligent individuals and celebrities.Plus, we explore the critical role of intervention and the journey towards recovery, touching on compelling stories like Elizabeth Smart’s and Patricia Hearst's abductions and subsequent reprogramming. Whether you’re curious about the psychological traps of cults, or looking for ways to protect yourself and others, this episode is a powerful guide to understanding and safeguarding your autonomy. SHOWNOTES00:00 Beware of manipulation: Love bombing and control.04:27 Isolation limits feedback, ensuring control and dependency.08:31 Charismatic leader controlled, abused small devoted following.12:04 Beware online groups for cult-like behaviors.15:19 Keith Raniere trial: witnessed downfall after lengthy battle.18:00 Seek professional help to understand and recover.21:32 Mark uses social media to educate against cults.25:15 Manson incited race war due to failed fame.29:32 Cult leaders manipulate followers into apocalyptic narratives.33:02 Leslie Van Houten: cult recovery, family support, transformation.35:42 Elizabeth Smart kidnapped, abused, coerced, threatened family.39:17 Patty Hearst, SLA involvement, prison, Carter commutation.44:22 Defining cults, coercive tactics, and family concerns.47:29 Love-based relationships reveal truth through discussions.51:50 Find me on Twitter @XallenRoss; culteducation.com resources.CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORSShopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisaOneSkin: Visit https://oneskin.co and use code LISA for 15% off to make your skin look, feel, and act younger with OneSkin! Helix: Get 25% off and 2 FREE Dream Pillows with any CORE mattress purchase or get a FREE Bedding Bundle with any Luxe or Elite mattress at https://helixsleep.com/woiFOLLOW LISA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeuYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpactTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enLISTEN AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/womenofimpact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Introducing First Look At Trump's Second Term from Pod Save America.Follow the show: Pod Save AmericaTrump begins staffing top roles in his second administration with loyalists and sycophants—and demands that the senators running for majority leader agree to embrace a process that would allow him to appoint whoever he wants without Senate confirmation. Jon, Lovett, and Tommy discuss whether Trump's opening moves are as chilling as we thought they'd be, what we do and don't know about his second-term plans, and how he might pursue revenge on his opponents. Then, Tommy speaks with New York Congressman Pat Ryan, who hung on in a tough district, about the lessons the Democratic Party needs to learn in order to win.  For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com and include the name of the podcast. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

It’s been said that more than 90% of people never achieve their goals. A big part of women and men failing their goals ties into fear of failing and being too scared to even dream of better. Lisa is experienced at handling multi-million dollar companies, leading teams, creating content that makes the world a better place, and becoming a bestselling author. In this Q&A, Lisa is sharing exactly how she prioritizes her goals and what you can do to create a toolbox that will help you stay the course and accomplish what you set out to achieve.[Original air date: 12-29-21].SHOW NOTES:Goal Setting | Lisa on how motivation impacts achieving your goal [0:26]Transform Your Life | How to undertake a complete life transformation and prioritize [8:03]Steps to Your Goal | Lisa breaks down exact steps to achieving massive goals [14:53]Stick to Your Goal | How to stick with your game plan and if it’s time to change goals [20:26]Time Management | Lisa’s strategy for managing time and prioritizing all that she does [22:30]Setup for Success | Making sure that you’re able to get back up after failing a goal [35:03]Your Own Hero | Lisa reveals why not have family support doesn’t stop your goals [37:25]CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORSShopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisaOneSkin: Visit https://oneskin.co and use code LISA for 15% off to make your skin look, feel, and act younger with OneSkin! Helix: Get 25% off and 2 FREE Dream Pillows with any CORE mattress purchase or get a FREE Bedding Bundle with any Luxe or Elite mattress at https://helixsleep.com/woiFOLLOW LISA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeuYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpactTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enLISTEN AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/womenofimpact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is so easy to take inventory and list every person, every event, and every situation causing stress in your life. Regardless of where you are, what your social status or income, we are all having a similar experience. The stress and anguish you experience on a daily basis to co-exist and keep the peace with family, friends, and co-workers is overwhelming to say the least. What if the solution to relieving this stress and finding true happiness is much simpler than you think? Martha Beck is an amazing life coach dedicated to freeing people from suffering. She shares some shocking truths about curing unhappiness and getting in alignment with your true nature. Find out why “going harder” is usually the worst decision you can make, and how all the little white lies we tell ourselves and people around us are hurting our body, mind, heart and soul. Order Martha Beck’s new book, The Way of Integrity: https://amzn.to/3xVGmcY [Original air date: 6-30-21]SHOW NOTES: Integrity | Martha explains what integrity and being whole [0:52] Lost Integrity | Martha on living out of integrity without your true nature [1:45] 6 Symptoms | Signs that you’ve fallen out of integrity with your true self [2:45] Should | Martha shares 2 possible solutions driving actions from unseen truths [5:14] Lies | Martha breaks down the impact of self-deception on body, heart, mind & soul [6:42] What’s True | Martha on checking in with yourself and finding her integrity [10:33] Throw It Away | Martha reveals what she gained “throwing” her life away for her truth [13:16] Moment of Pause | Martha reveals the power of pausing and why it’s key to your truth [16:53] Mourning | Martha explains why losing the familiar causes you to mourn [21:27] Purgatory | Why breaking away from culture allows others to find their integrity [23:34] Looking Back | Martha explains the point of no looking back stepping into true nature [25:21] Bad Relationships | Martha shares what it takes to be true to yourself to move on [28:40] Don’t Go Harder | Martha on why doing more of what isn’t true for you makes it worst [31:37] Positive Stress | How to go with the flow of what you need and not fight yourself [34:29] One Degree Turn | Martha shares the secret to small incremental steps to what you love [38:41] In Integrity | The miracle of peace that happens when you live in your integrity [41:55] CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORSShopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisaOneSkin: Visit https://oneskin.co and use code LISA for 15% off to make your skin look, feel, and act younger with OneSkin! Helix: Get 25% off and 2 FREE Dream Pillows with any CORE mattress purchase or get a FREE Bedding Bundle with any Luxe or Elite mattress at https://helixsleep.com/woiFOLLOW LISA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeuYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpactTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enLISTEN AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/womenofimpact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Edith Eger, a Holocaust survivor and author of "The Ballerina of Auschwitz," shares her remarkable journey of resilience and hope. She opens up about the power of love, humor, and positive thinking in overcoming trauma. Dr. Eger emphasizes the necessity of finding purpose, even in darkness, and how imagination can serve as a refuge. She discusses the healing effects of empathy and the strength gained from shared experiences, inspiring listeners to embrace change, forgive, and nurture their own potential for recovery.

In this engaging discussion, motivational powerhouse Lisa Nichols shares her journey of overcoming toxic relationships and clinical depression. She delves into the importance of self-reflection, forgiveness, and reclaiming self-worth. Lisa introduces her boldness quiz, a tool for pushing past fears. The talk emphasizes embracing vulnerability and resilience as pathways to empowerment. Listeners are urged to confront societal pressures and embrace their true selves, paving the way for extraordinary lives and personal transformations.

In this engaging discussion, motivational speaker and author Lisa Nichols shares her transformative journey of overcoming toxic relationships and clinical depression. She dives into self-reflection, personal power, and the strenuous path to self-acceptance. Listeners will learn about the innovative 'boldness quiz' and methods like affirmations and mentorship that helped her reclaim her worth. Lisa emphasizes the importance of intuition, vulnerability, and setting boundaries, inspiring all to embrace their authentic selves and stop shrinking in a world that often dims their light.

Constance Schwartz is the founder of SMAC entertainment where she manages talent like Michael Strahan, Wiz Khalifa and Snoop Dogg. She’s also a producer of television and serves as a strategic advisor to the entertainment industry.In this episode of Women of Impact with Lisa Bilyeu, she talks about how to control your emotions in pivotal situations, how to find fulfillment and success in your career, and why it pays to have a chip on your shoulder. [Original air date: 2-6-19]. SHOW NOTES:How to use that chip on your shoulder to your advantage [02:32]Why women have to command their place in the business world [04:40]How Constance got Snoop Dogg’s attention [06:45]Do you have luck or are you just a hustler? [08:41]Why talking down to yourself can actually encourage you [09:52]The worst moment Constance had to overcome in her career [12:33]Why Constance doesn’t give her employees titles [14:20]The reason Constance left the NFL [15:00]How to process failure after taking a risk [16:38]Are you too early for a trend or is it just a d idea? [18:04]Why Constance treats her employees like family [21:59]How to earn respect AND command it [25:17]The best way to handle defeat [27:35]Why you always need to invest in yourself, even if you are capable of being a top earner [29:33]The realities making sacrifices in entrepreneurship [32:19]How to “stay sober” when looking at business opportunities that are wrong for you [34:04]Why you shouldn’t be offended when people go to your business partner for answers [35:44]The strategies Constance uses to keep her pace [37:30The future for Smac Entertainment [42:01]Constance’s superpower [46:05] FOLLOW CONSTANCE:WEBSITE: https://bit.ly/2UGhuCdINSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/2GaiZ8FTWITTER: https://bit.ly/2Gh3SKPCHECK OUT OUR SPONSORSShopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisaNetsuite: Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at https://netsuite.com/womenCaraway: Visit https://www.carawayhome.com/WOI or use code WOI at checkout and get 10% off you your next purchaseFOLLOW LISA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeuYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpactTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enLISTEN AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/womenofimpact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrea Navedo, an award-winning actress known for her role in Jane the Virgin, discusses the need for diverse representation in media. Anousheh Ansari, the first self-funded female space tourist, shares insights on tackling challenges and finding solutions. Noor Tagouri emphasizes the power of wearing her hijab as a symbol of identity. Sabrina Kay highlights her journey through personal pressures, while Brenda Gilbert stresses the importance of resilience and empathy. Najwa Zebian reflects on acceptance and healing in the quest for belonging.

Tom and Lisa Bilyeu delve into the complex relationship between ambition and love. They share insights from their 17-year journey, emphasizing how mutual respect fuels personal growth. The couple discusses overcoming external skepticism while fostering individual identities. They touch on emotional dependency and the importance of self-awareness in maintaining healthy dynamics. Reflecting on the phases of relationships, they advocate for communication and self-acceptance, highlighting the journey toward empowerment and emotional well-being.