New episodes every Wednesday! Welcome to your Bolden Age. Enter with Attitude, not apologies! This is where you leave the embarrassment and shame at the door. Age ain't nothing but a number my homie and you should NEVER hold yourself back! You CAN do anything! You are NEVER too old.

Fan Favorite: This episode originally aired on September 8, 2021. What up, homies! It's your girl Lisa Bilyeu, and welcome back to the Women of Impact podcast, where we dive deep and come out stronger. Today, I'm stoked to have the incredible Matthew Hussey back for the third time. 

We're diving into a super important topic: commitment. Ladies, if you've ever wondered about the struggles of getting someone to commit, or if you're second-guessing your current relationship, Matthew is here with the insights you need to tackle these burning questions.
In this episode, we're discussing the effects of social media and dating apps on modern relationships, and the impact they have on our commitment issues. Plus, we're breaking down the practical steps and conversations we need to have to assess if we're on the same page with our partner. Trust me, this is something every woman needs to arm herself with.

Matthew is going to walk us through understanding our own patterns and teaching us how to invest wisely in relationships without burning out. So buckle up, because you're about to get the lowdown on where you stand, and empower yourself to make choices that bring you joy and fulfillment.

Don't miss this episode where we talk about giving and receiving energy in relationships, the necessity of understanding our past to impact our future positively, and the importance of timing in the commitment equation.

SHOWNOTES 
00:00 "Giant Red Flags in Relationships" 
00:24 Matthew Hussey Introduction 
00:29 Discussing Commitment in Modern Society 
00:58 Effects of Social Media on Commitment 
03:25 Challenges of Dating Apps 
04:50 The Impact of Effort in Attraction 
06:36 Navigating Commitment Discussions 
07:29 Understanding Self-Patterns in Relationships 
08:14 Differentiating Giving and Ignoring 
09:10 Time Management in Investment 
11:10 Approaching Conversations About Commitment 
12:04 Timing in Relationship Conversations

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If He Says He’s ‘Not Ready to Commit,’ BELIEVE HIM—How to Tell If He’ll Ever Commit | Matthew Hussey (Fan Fav)

In 2018, ‘toxic’ became Oxford’s word of the year. You’ve likely fallen victim to toxic behaviors in different relationships in your life. Even more shocking, is that you’ve even been toxic at varying times in your life. We all have. Whether the word is overused and completely misunderstood, this episode will help you think through toxic relationships and behaviors that may be costing you more than you know. After this episode, you’ll be able to identify some of the relationships that are no longer serving you and start examining the options you have for letting go of toxic people. Learning to set boundaries and identify language that you can use to spot red flags will serve you for many years to come.
 
[ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 8-18-21].
 
SHOW NOTES:
Vilify Toxicity | Don’t Vilify Toxic People with Sara Jakes Roberts [2:36]
Complainers | Avoid Complaining About Them with Amy Morin [6:30]
Vulnerabilities | Be Thoughtful About Sharing Vulnerabilities with Matthew Husssey [12:02]
Stand Up | Stand Up For Yourself with Nedra Glover Tawwab [16:12]
Empathetic | Reconsider Your Relationship With Them with Lori Gottlieb & Dr. Ramani [19:39]
Boundaries | Create Clear Boundaries with Vanessa Van Edwards [24:33]
 
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Toxic People Beware! Here’s How to Stay Strong When They Try to Drag You Down | Expert Panel (Fan Fav)

In today’s raw and revealing episode, host Lisa Bilyeu sits down with the inspiring Cheryl Burke—from Dancing with the Stars—for an honest conversation about protecting yourself from emotional harm and breaking free from self-sabotaging patterns.



Cheryl opens up about her struggles with addiction, childhood trauma, and the relentless inner voice of judgment that once dominated her life. She shares what it was like to be a “functioning alcoholic” at the height of her career, the pain and shame that fueled her drinking, and the pivotal moment that set her on a journey to self-acceptance and sobriety. Cheryl and Lisa dive deep into topics like body dysmorphia, the power of self-awareness, learning to trust your intuition, and the importance of rewriting your own narrative.



If you’ve ever struggled with feeling “not enough,” battled unhealthy coping mechanisms, or wondered how to truly love yourself, this heart-to-heart is for you. Cheryl’s story is a reminder that while healing is messy and ongoing, it’s never too late to choose yourself and become the hero of your own life.



SHOWNOTES

00:00 Breaking the Cycle of Survival Mode

06:19 Struggling with Social Anxiety

07:01 "Painful Public Exposure Regret"

12:41 Silent Sobriety Commitment

13:15 "Personal Journey to Sobriety"

16:20 Addicted to Stress and Identity

19:28 "Body Language Dance Program"

23:47 Struggling with Self-Compliments

26:09 "Overcoming Instinctual Responses"



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Are You Addicted to Emotional Pain? 5 Steps to Stop the Spiral | Cheryl Burke (Fan Fav)

Fan Favorite: This episode originally aired on July 28, 2021. Relationships are never easy, and marriage is harder than most would imagine. With the average length of marriage in the U.S, being just over 8 years, I am happily celebrating 19 years of marriage this year and sharing some of the lessons learned along the way. I am answering your questions about everything from how to know if he’s the “one” to de-escalating those heated arguments that leave you angered and red in the face. Relationships are beautiful when you recognize the amount of work it takes to be in a great relationship, and when you finally realize the “perfect” relationship doesn’t exist and never did. 



So, whether you are in a relationship, thinking about marriage, dating or not even started yet, there’s definitely make you stop and think, ‘huh maybe I should give this a try.’ It’s not for everyone, but being married and in a healthy and loving relationship can be one of the best experiences for anyone.

 

BONUS TAKEAWAYS: 

2 Tips for when you find yourself sabotaging your own relationships:

1. Write it down and reflect to explore your feelings in detail with no judgement. When and how did things progress from argument? Exactly was it that triggered your response.

2. Communicate with your partner about exactly what things are triggering you before the next argument. Be open, be vulnerable, and be patient with yourself.

 

How to disrupt heated arguments before they escalate any further:

1. Recall the argument and identify where would have been a good moment to walk away and take the time to change your mood.

2. Consider writing a letter to yourself to remind you to disrupt the moment.

3. Use something meaningful and significant, such as Lisa’s love chip, to signal to your partner and yourself what’s important.

 

SHOW NOTES:

Selection Matters | Lisa breaks down why who you choose to be with is critical [0:42]

Sacrificial Love | A love worth sacrificing for starts with open communication [1:52]

Self Sabotage | When killing relationships is a habit, identify your triggers and talk [4:42]

Growth Minded | Lisa on why you can’t grow with someone that doesn’t grow [13:49]

Arguments | Unavoidable, but treatable when you find ways to disrupt the anger [17:16]

 

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