Women of Impact

This is a Fan Fav episode. You know those times when you find yourself lost in a fog of “shoulds”—feeling stuck, comparing yourself to others, and letting old stories hold you back? Yeah, you’re not alone. On this powerful episode, I sit down with the unstoppable Cynthia Pascuala Garcia, who’s not only lived through a traumatic childhood of poverty, addiction, and heartbreak, but has since rewritten her life from the inside out. Cynthia shares her signature “Stuck Story Coaching Method,” the psychology behind our limiting beliefs, and the crucial difference between seeking outside fixes versus doing the deep inner work. If you’re ready to drop the pressure, rewrite your own story, and finally get unstuck, this is the episode to play on repeat. SHOWNOTES * 00:00 - The problem with all the “shoulds”—and why we numb out instead of healing * 00:57 - Why we’re the authors of our own lives and how to change your inner story * 04:01 - The huge impact of perspective: how your past shapes your present (and future) * 06:01 - Why external distractions keep you stuck—and what happens when they're taken away * 07:31 - The first step to true change: making real decisions and embracing discomfort * 09:24 - How unconscious stories sabotage your progress and how to find their roots * 17:32 - Cynthia’s “Stuck Story Coaching Method”—the five steps to rewiring your beliefs * 29:02 - What if your story is true? How to move forward when the past is painful * 34:48 - Rewriting your story isn’t a one-and-done—why compassion and repetition matter * 41:22 - Caring what others think vs. staying true to yourself: Cynthia’s “Pluto” method FOLLOW CYNTHIA PASCUALA GARCIA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthiagarcia/ [https://www.instagram.com/cynthiagarcia/] Website: https://www.cynthiagarcia.com/ [https://www.cynthiagarcia.com/] Institute of Transformational Nutrition: https://transformationalnutrition.com/ [https://transformationalnutrition.com/] Ready to dive deeper? Take Cynthia’s Stuck Story quiz and download her free workbook at her website! CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ [https://www.vitalproteins.com] and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ [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 ⁠ [https://oneskin.co] ****************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ ⁠ [http://apple.co/impacttheory] ⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠ [http://apple.co/womenofimpact] ****************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/] Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠ [https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu] YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact] Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

This is a Fan Fav episode. Stepping into radical honesty and self-love, Emily Morse joins me (Lisa Bilyeu) to explore the root causes of our insecurities—both in and out of the bedroom—and how to finally break free from toxic patterns in relationships. Emily’s signature empathy, real talk, and hands-on advice will help you create confidence from within, heal after heartbreak, and build connections rooted in true self-acceptance. With permission to be imperfect, practical mirror-work tips, and deep dives into navigating sex, vulnerability, and comparison traps, Emily guides us toward owning our desires and enjoying lasting, authentic intimacy. SHOWNOTES * 00:01:08 – Why being single is the best time to get to know yourself and build real confidence * 00:02:06 – Debunking the “you complete me” myth: becoming whole before seeking partnership * 00:03:37 – Healing toxic relationship patterns: how therapy and reflection help you choose better * 00:05:54 – Body acceptance, exposure exercises, and the journey from body shame to neutrality * 00:07:59 – Confidence as the sexiest trait, even before you feel it: the “fake it till you make it” effect * 00:10:15 – Sensual dance, movement, and embodying your pleasure in the bedroom * 00:15:01 – Rewriting the negative self-talk tape: affirmations and the lifelong growth of confidence * 00:23:18 – Questioning whose beliefs you carry—rejecting shame and reprogramming your own narrative * 00:34:23 – Pleasing yourself first: becoming your own best lover for real relationship satisfaction * 00:40:28 – Talking openly about sex: how real conversations fuel pleasure, trust, and long-term connection FOLLOW EMILY MORSE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexwithemily/ [https://www.instagram.com/sexwithemily/] Twitter: https://twitter.com/sexwithemily [https://twitter.com/sexwithemily] Website: https://www.sexwithemily.com/ [https://www.sexwithemily.com/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/sexwithemily [https://www.youtube.com/sexwithemily] CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com [https://www.vitalproteins.com] and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/woi [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 [https://oneskin.co] ****************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:  [http://apple.co/impacttheory] apple.co/womenofimpact [http://apple.co/womenofimpact] ****************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ [https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/] Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu [https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact [https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en [https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

This is a Fan Fav episode. Sarah Jakes Roberts brings a raw honesty and magnetic vulnerability to this episode that truly moved me. We dive deep into some of her darkest battles—shame, self-worth, judgment, and those insidious whispers telling us we’re not enough. Sarah reveals how being pregnant at 14 and living as the very public daughter of Bishop T.D. Jakes shaped, challenged, and ultimately expanded her sense of what’s possible. Together, we peel back the layers on toxic thinking, betrayal, loving yourself after your lowest moments, and how to transform your “leftovers” into glory. Whether you feel lost, broken, or just in need of some truth-telling wisdom, Sarah delivers it straight. SHOWNOTES * Sarah opens up about her struggles with worthiness, shame, and identity (00:00:08) * The turning point: reframing scars as sources of wisdom instead of shame (00:02:29) * Letting the poison out: why you must confront negative self-talk instead of hiding it (00:07:46) * “The leftovers”: Sarah’s powerful analogy for creating abundance from what’s left after trauma (00:05:57) * Building self-worth from the inside out and talking back to your inner critic (00:16:19) * The impact of betrayal and reframing blame to fuel your own healing (00:33:13) * How to draw boundaries—yes, even with family—and choose who qualifies to influence you (00:37:32) * Incubating hope: how to protect and grow your inner dreams, even when no one else believes (00:25:54) * From toxic relationships to flourishing partnership: Sarah’s journey to love and protecting your space (00:18:38) * The definition of success, and daring to become the next version of yourself (00:43:00) FOLLOW SARAH JAKES ROBERTS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahjakesroberts/ [https://www.instagram.com/sarahjakesroberts/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SarahJakesRoberts/ [https://www.facebook.com/SarahJakesRoberts/] Website & Community: https://womanevolve.com/ [https://womanevolve.com/] You have to check out Sarah’s work—her book, her podcast, her voice—the transformation she evokes is next level. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Lisa Bilyeu and intimacy expert Shan Boodram continue their deep dive into the art of seduction—moving from the signature personalities like “the Star” and “the Centerfold,” to building enduring wow factor and how to keep attraction alive in long-term relationships. Shan reveals how confidence is built not through massive, overwhelming change, but small “rivers of confidence” that are unique to your culture, personal style, and chosen sexual icon. Lisa and Shan discuss aging, attracting as your most authentic self, avoiding society’s ageist traps, and how to ground self-worth outside of fleeting appearance or sex appeal. They close with a frank conversation about the “seven year itch,” explaining why we lose the spark in relationships and exactly what to do about it—drawing from the latest science and real-world intimacy wisdom. Shan leaves listeners with practical, transformational advice on sexual self-ownership, pleasure, and how to reignite connection—both with your partner and yourself. SHOWNOTES 35:02 The Centerfold — Gender-Bending, Nonconformity & Seductive Uniqueness 45:16 How to Identify Your Unique Seduction Strengths 56:00 Shan on Aging, Sexiness, and Sade as Her Next Icon 1:06:39 The Work of Relationships: Keeping the Wow Factor Alive 1:15:45 Shan’s Resources, Masterclass, and Where to Find Her FOLLOW SHAN BOODRAM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shanboodram/ [https://www.instagram.com/shanboodram/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shanboodram [https://www.tiktok.com/@shanboodram] Twitter: https://twitter.com/shanboodram [https://twitter.com/shanboodram] Website: https://www.shanboodram.com/ [https://www.shanboodram.com/] CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠⁠ [https://www.vitalproteins.com] and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠⁠ [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! Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠⁠https://shopify.com/lisa⁠⁠ [https://shopify.com/lisa] OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠⁠ [https://oneskin.co] ****************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ [http://apple.co/impacttheory] ⁠⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠⁠ [http://apple.co/womenofimpact] ****************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/] Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠⁠ [https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu] YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact] Tik Tok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

In this empowering first half of our two-part episode, host Lisa Bilyeu welcomes Shan Boodram—a certified intimacy expert, sexologist, author, and host—to unpack the art and science of seduction for women. Shan isn’t your average sexologist; she's here to debunk myths around seduction and reveal why true connection goes far deeper than any superficial tricks. Drawing inspiration from Robert Greene’s The Art of Seduction and her own clinical research, Shan shares the nine proven ways women can be highly seductive—and why each one works. As Lisa and Shan dive in, they reveal everything from the power of first impressions and the psychology behind the “siren,” to the overlooked potency of genuine interest and playing to your personal strengths. They also shine a light on the darker side of seduction—manipulation—and share actionable tips on building authentic confidence, owning your sexuality, and breaking free from societal norms. Whether you’re looking to harness your inner charm or simply show up more powerfully in your relationships, this episode is your blueprint. SHOWNOTES 00:00 Introduction: Meet Shan Boodram, Intimacy Expert & Sexologist 01:30 First Impressions: Warmth + Competence Formula 12:45 Addiction, Inconsistent Reward, and the Sunk-Cost Fallacy 21:55 How Your Inner Child Energy Attracts Others 30:04 The Croquette — Mystery, Teasing, and Negging 32:29 Living Apart Together: Creating Mystery in Relationships FOLLOW SHAN BOODRAM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shanboodram/ [https://www.instagram.com/shanboodram/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shanboodram [https://www.tiktok.com/@shanboodram] Twitter: https://twitter.com/shanboodram [https://twitter.com/shanboodram] Website: https://www.shanboodram.com/ [https://www.shanboodram.com/] CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ [https://www.vitalproteins.com] and entering promo code WOI at check out.  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/woi⁠ [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! Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/lisa⁠ [https://shopify.com/lisa] OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ [https://oneskin.co] ****************************************************************** LISTEN TO WOMEN OF IMPACT AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ ⁠ [http://apple.co/impacttheory] ⁠apple.co/womenofimpact⁠ [http://apple.co/womenofimpact] ****************************************************************** FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/] Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu⁠ [https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu] YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact] Tik Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]