Women of Impact

Stephan Speaks, a renowned relationship coach, helps people reclaim their power in love. He discusses the red flags often overlooked in relationships, emphasizing the difference between genuine interest and obsession. Stephan encourages listeners to trust their intuition and engage in self-reflection—asking tough questions about their current relationships. He highlights the importance of genuine connections over societal pressures and advocates for open communication to foster healthier, more fulfilling partnerships.

Join Brittany Burgunder, a certified professional life coach and author, as she dives into the journey of reclaiming confidence amidst feelings of unlovability. She shares how past traumas and negative self-talk impact self-esteem and offers practical tips for fostering body acceptance. The discussion emphasizes the importance of self-care, personal growth, and embracing vulnerability as a pathway to empowerment. Listeners are encouraged to set boundaries, recognize triggers, and transform their perceptions to cultivate a healthier sense of self-worth.

Eve Torres Gracie, a self-defense expert and instructor at Gracie University, encourages women to harness confidence and define personal boundaries. She explores how self-defense training not only empowers women physically but also emotionally, making them feel worthy of protection. The discussion includes practical self-defense techniques, like escaping wrist grabs, and emphasizes the importance of self-worth in setting boundaries. Listeners are reminded that knowing how to defend oneself is a crucial step toward embracing safety in everyday life.

Lisa Bilyeu chats with Chris Voss, a former FBI hostage negotiator and founder of the Black Swan Group, known for his expertise in handling high-pressure negotiations. They delve into powerful tactics for outsmarting narcissists and manipulators, like utilizing emotional triggers and tactical empathy. Chris shares practical techniques, including mastering the illusion of control and the surprising power of saying 'no.' The conversation also emphasizes managing emotions during tough talks and the importance of internal dialogue in negotiations, providing actionable advice for everyday interactions.

Vanessa Van Edwards, a behavioral investigator and bestselling author, guides us through the art of understanding people. She shares how to decode body language and read social cues, especially during digital interactions. With personal stories of overcoming people-pleasing and embracing authenticity, she emphasizes the power of vulnerability. Listeners will discover practical tips for setting boundaries and fostering genuine connections, all while learning to navigate the awkwardness of social situations with confidence and grace.

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

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

In this enlightening discussion, licensed therapist and bestselling author Terri Cole returns to provide insights on setting essential boundaries. She reveals the dangers of emotional manipulation, such as faux concern and gaslighting, and how it can distort your reality. Terri empowers listeners to recognize red flags in relationships and emphasizes the importance of self-care and authenticity. With practical strategies for overcoming toxic dynamics, she guides women towards healthier connections without guilt.

Joe Navarro, a former FBI agent and body language expert, returns to discuss recognizing toxic personalities, from narcissists to the clinically paranoid. He emphasizes trusting your gut instincts and spotting red flags in relationships. The conversation includes practical steps for setting boundaries and safeguarding well-being. They address the distinction between genuine charm and manipulation, explore the effects of toxic relationships, and empower women to reclaim their power and cultivate resilience in their interactions.

In this engaging conversation, Joe Navarro, a former FBI agent and bestselling author, shares his expertise on recognizing toxic men through body language. He discusses the subtle cues indicating deception and manipulation, drawing from his 25 years in counterintelligence. Joe emphasizes the importance of trusting your gut instincts and outlines methods to spot red flags in personal and professional relationships. With real-world stories and actionable insights, he empowers listeners to navigate potentially harmful interactions with confidence.