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Ready for the real talk? In part two, Dr. Spirit and Lisa Bilyeu get even deeper, unpacking the emotional rollercoaster of love, boundaries, and all those “why does he DO that?!” questions you’ve probably vented about to your girlfriends. They get into everything from why it’s so hard to walk away, to how to communicate without losing yourself, and the sneaky ways gaslighting shows up (yep, even Taylor Swift can relate).

With juicy listener questions, viral video clips, and laugh-out-loud moments, Spirit dishes on how to spot performative affection vs. the real deal, why relationships fall apart when you stop trying, and why it’s totally OK to expect (and get!) more from love. 

SHOWNOTES

Infidelity, ownership, and why it’s NOT your fault

The hard convo: when “life stuff” gets in the way of intimacy

The MANY forms of infidelity, yes, emotional and financial too

The ultimate red flag: when you start to shrink

Why the real offense is when you stick around

Take your power back, he doesn’t need to change for you to leave

Why we crave validation from the very people that hurt us

Are your “forevers” even aligned?

Are you his partner, or his mom? (Breaking down viral “mental load” drama)

The relationship falls apart when you stop trying, now what?

How to spot real love from fake affection (for the romantics)

Spirit’s nonprofit: how to get involved and give back

 

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Welcome to a seriously honest and empowering episode of Women of Impact! In this first half, Lisa Bilyeu sits down with superstar relationship expert Spirit, who brings her no-nonsense wisdom and some hard-hitting truth bombs about love, dating, and why so many women end up feeling stuck in relationships that are less than they deserve. If you’ve ever found yourself over-analyzing “red flags,” settling for someone’s “potential,” or just wanting someone to help you finally decode men’s confusing behavior, you’re in the right place.

Spirit breaks down the real difference between care and control, why settling never works out the way you hope, and how to finally stop repeating patterns you hate. Grab a notebook, this is the relationship reality check you didn’t know you needed.

SHOWNOTES

“Marry Him or Move On”—Red flag vs. green flag game!Is he too involved or just thoughtful?

Why it’s so easy to fall for potential (and why that’s dangerous)

Chasing the fantasy vs. living in reality

Defining true safety and partnership

Red flags: when things move too fast

Stories we tell ourselves to justify staying

The “almost compatible” trap

Raising your standards: how to break the cycle

When toxic partners echo your worst fears

Spirit gets personal: Surviving a narcissist

Healing from emotional abuse and reclaiming confidence

The official red flag checklist: how to spot if something’s wrong

Why “I’ll change” is usually just a line

Why men avoid hard conversations (brains and emotional muscles explained)

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Welcome back for part 2 of this mind-blowing conversation on Women of Impact, where my homie, trauma-informed psychologist, Mariel Buque PhD continues to expose the world of manipulation. 

Stick around and dive deep with us into the idea of holding a relationship funeral to ensure toxic exes stay in the past where they belong. Discover how relentless a manipulative partner can get to keep you under control, and learn how to break free from their grasp. Mariel shares insights, tools, and strategies that will help you see through the manipulation, set up manipulator proof boundaries and reclaim your sense of self. 

Get ready for a revelation-packed episode that will leave you feeling stronger and more confident than ever before.

If you’re ready to deep dive on healing intergenerational trauma and breaking the toxic cycles you find yourself in, check out Mariel’s book, Break the Cycles: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593472497⁠? 

“Everyone should know what narcissism looks like, what manipulation looks like, the ways that these people hoover their way into your life, how they suck you into cycles, we should all feel some kind of protection from these experiences in relationships.” -Mariel Buque

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In this gripping episode of Women of Impact, I want you to think about how much your own words or insecurities, pains and traumas have been used against you to keep you under control.

Today, I’m joining forces with psychologist Mariel Buque to tackle the topic of manipulation head-on. Mariel, who went through a two-year grieving process after escaping a toxic relationship herself, shares her insights on shutting down toxic people. From recognizing the signs of manipulation to standing up for yourself without losing control, Mariel doubles down on the kind of advice that can help you finally break these toxic cycles. 

“We may never actually get any kind of ‘I’m sorry’, any kind of validation for our experiences, and so what we need to do is move on and find ourselves yet again.” -Mariel Buque

Discover the tricks and tactics of controlling partners, the impact of gaslighting, and effective strategies to reclaim your power. If you're tired of being manipulated and want to break free from toxic cycles, this episode is a must-listen.

And be sure to check out part 2 of this life-changing conversation. We move from unpacking the control game manipulators play to setting up manipulator proof boundaries that will help you move accordingly once you’re free.

If you’re ready to deep dive on healing intergenerational trauma and breaking the toxic cycles you find yourself in, check out Mariel’s book, Break the Cycles: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593472497⁠? 

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Ever feel like you’re doing all the things and STILL about to quit on your big goal halfway through January? Or wake up in a mood (thanks, weird dream), ready to pick a fight with your husband because, well, it FELT real? Or maybe you’re just wondering if you’ll ever trust another human again after a toxic relationship?

Girl, this LIVE episode was basically one big, confidence-boosting therapy session, mixed with messy real talk, community Q&A, some off-the-wall games, and yes, the occasional hard truth.

So grab your coffee (or wine, no judgment), get comfy, and jump in with me:

SHOWNOTES

Why Most New Year’s Goals Die Right Now (And How To Be the Exception)

When Failing Feels Like the End of the World (My PB&J Disaster) 

How To Handle Emotions When Your Client (or Life) 

Real Talk Q&A: Dating Again After Trauma, Boundaries, & Rebuilding Self-Esteem 

Lisa’s Love Lesson: When Your Mood Has Nothing to Do with Reality 

When Tough Talks Make Your Partner Run (and What To Do About It) 

Viral Hot Take: Dax Shepard, Kristen Bell, and the Anniversary Controversy 

Losing Confidence? Here’s What to Do When Your Hair (or Life) Starts Falling Out

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