Women of Impact

In this episode, Lisa Bilyeu is joined by health expert, author, and all-around empowering badass Dr. Mindy Pelz. Together, they dig deep into why so many women feel pressured to live up to exhausting expectations set by society… from how we look, to how we show up as moms, wives, and at work. Dr. Mindy shares her own stories and insights from groundbreaking research, showing how these childhood messages quietly shape our boundaries, self-confidence, and relationships (and why so many of us feel “not okay” trying to keep up). You'll hear a refreshingly honest take on body image struggles, people-pleasing, and the relentless chase for outside approval. Plus, Dr. Mindy offers a glimpse at her game-changing toolkit for helping women find their voice and finally start living for themselves. SHOWNOTES How Girls Lose Their Voice (and Why It Matters) Living for Outside Approval — Why It’s So Exhausting The “Bag of Burden”: Beauty, Kids, Cooking, and More Trying to “Do It All ”— Rosie the Riveter Myth Why We Feel Not Okay (and How to Change That) How Chasing Validation Hurts Us 8 Steps to Get Your Voice Back: The Mini Rebellion How Solo Moments of Peace Reset Your Intuition What to Ask Yourself During Alone Time Unpacking the Father Wound When Your Marriage Is Built on Pleasing Others Movement Should Be Fun—Ditching the Gym “Shoulds” Soul-Fueling Conversations vs. Friend Drama Why Your Inner Circle Shapes Your Self-Esteem Butterfly, Potentialist & Anchor Friends Explained Overcoming Self-Doubt & Body Image Issues Thank you to our sponsors: Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at https://macys.com Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out. Found: Open a Found account for FREE at http://found.com True Classic: Discounts at https://trueclassic.com/WOI OneSkin: 15% off code LISA at https://oneskin.co Magic Spoon: code LISABILYEU $5 off https://magicspoon.com/lisabilyeu Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Follow Dr. Mindy Pelz: Website: https://drmindypelz.com  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrMindyPelz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.mindypelz FOLLOW LISA BILYEU: 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! Let me tell you how excited I am to share the incredibly powerful two-part episode that exposes even more of the narcissistic tricks and emotionally abusive behavior so that you’ll never question if you’re crazy again! Dr. Ramani is no stranger to Women of Impact and she’s an absolute powerhouse when it comes to shining the light on narcissistic abuse and behaviors straight out of their playbook. Not only has Dr Ramani been here more times than I can count, she’s delivered levels of insight that has helped millions of people spot it and create their escape strategy to take back their power, every single time.  Today we’re unmasking the tricks narcissists use to stay in control, and arming all of the ladies watching with the knowledge to recognize B.S. manipulation and control tactics immediately. *How narcissists use threats, mockery and even the silent treatment to keep you under their control, *Why a typical narcissistic response to you setting boundaries is more manipulation and a fight for control (Girl! Not only is this exhausting, but it’s even more reason for you to get away), *Dr Ramani unpacks the unconscious process of narcissistic behavior that makes them unreasonable to stay and deal with.  *When toxic partners weaponize your shame to maintain control over you, Dr Ramani shares exactly how you should respond) *Dr Ramani reveals why self-reflection is absolutely critical in breaking free from narcissists, Whew! Ladies understanding narcissistic behaviors and being able to spot their manipulation tactics may actually save your sanity (or even better, save your life!). I want you to have a little more knowledge, and at least one more tool in your belt to become stronger and more badass. Original air date: 9-13-2023 Follow Dr. Ramani: Website: ⁠http://doctor-ramani.com/⁠  YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/user/DoctorRamanDurvasula⁠  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. It’s Lisa Bilyeu here with another incredible episode of Women of Impact and this one is CHOCK FULL of nuggets to empower you to break the toxic cycles and find the courage to live your life YOUR WAY!! Today my girl Najwa Zebian is back and she’s on a frikin’ mission to empower women like you and me to heal from past traumas, express yourself fearlessly, and create a life you love!  Najwa is an activist, author, poet, educator, and speaker whose words have pierced the hearts of millions of women around the world. Her latest book, “The Only Constant” is a guide to embracing the changes you must make (or endure) on the journey to living the life you want! Order your copy of “The Only Constant” here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593580567 Change is scary, and it can be really tempting to stay with the devil you know rather than face the pain, set the boundaries, and make the hard decisions. But it’s NECESSARY if you want to live the life you want and make the little girl inside you feel SOOO safe and proud. So if you’re ready to not only change for a moment, but ACTUALLY be in the driver’s seat of your life, this one's for you my homie! Original air date: 3-6-2024 Follow Najwa Zebian: Website: https://najwazebian.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/najwazebian/ Order “The Only Constant”: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593580567 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. It’s Lisa Bilyeu here with another incredible episode of Women of Impact and this one is CHOCK FULL of nuggets to empower you to break the toxic cycles and find the courage to live your life YOUR WAY!! Today my girl Najwa Zebian is back and she’s on a frikin’ mission to empower women like you and me to heal from past traumas, express yourself fearlessly, and create a life you love!  Najwa is an activist, author, poet, educator, and speaker whose words have pierced the hearts of millions of women around the world. Her latest book, “The Only Constant” is a guide to embracing the changes you must make (or endure) on the journey to living the life you want! Order your copy of “The Only Constant” here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593580567 Change is scary, and it can be really tempting to stay with the devil you know rather than face the pain, set the boundaries, and make the hard decisions. But it’s NECESSARY if you want to live the life you want and make the little girl inside you feel SOOO safe and proud. So if you’re ready to not only change for a moment, but ACTUALLY be in the driver’s seat of your life, this one's for you my homie! Original air date: 3-6-2024 Follow Najwa Zebian: Website: https://najwazebian.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/najwazebian/ Order “The Only Constant”: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593580567 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to Part 2 of this unfiltered, in-depth conversation with Dr. Orion Taraban. After laying the psychological groundwork in Part 1, Lisa Bilyeu and Dr. Taraban dive even deeper, breaking down gendered attraction strategies, healthy relationship “marketing,” and why understanding the captain vs. passenger analogy could forever change the way you approach dating and love. In this segment, Dr. Taraban unpacks the mechanics of authentic vs. performative displays of competence, the profound importance of relationship “mission statements,” and why both partners should rigorously inspect what they’re signing up for before setting sail. The conversation doesn’t shy away from sticky subjects: sex, exclusivity, money, “testing” your partner, and how so many women mistake potential for reality. If you’re ready for raw, research-backed advice on navigating modern romance from a place of strength, you won’t want to miss this. In this episode: Dating Traps: Opposites, Attractions & Emotional Hangovers The Captain & Passenger Analogy: Building Versus Boarding the Relationship The Power of Mission Statements (and Why Every Couple Needs One) Women, Safety, and “Testing” in Early Relationships Sex, Boundaries, and the Dance of Intimacy Love-Bombing, Female Strategies, and the Reality of Transactional Dynamics Appearances, Authenticity, and Relationship “Marketing” Why You Must Inspect the Itinerary Before Committing Accepting People for Who They Are Versus “Changing” Them How to Tell If Their Promised “Destination” Is Real Reclaiming Power and Responsibility in Your Love Life Thank you to our sponsors:  Macy’s: Upgrade your glam at https://macys.com Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out. Found: Open a Found account for FREE at http://found.com True Classic: Discounts at https://trueclassic.com/WOI OneSkin: 15% off code LISA at https://oneskin.co 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 Dr. Orion Taraban: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@psychacks Website: https://oriontarabanpsyd.com/ 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