Women of Impact

By: Impact Theory
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  • 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.
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  • I Found Love at 53: Why I Refused to Settle – And Never Accept Less Than I Deserve | Yvette Nicole Brown PT 2

    I Found Love at 53: Why I Refused to Settle – And Never Accept Less Than I Deserve | Yvette Nicole Brown PT 2
    May 8 2025
    Lisa Bilyeu and Yvette Nicole Brown pick up right where they left off, taking us even deeper into the realities (and joys!) of aging, love, partnership, and personal growth. Now joyfully married at 53, Yvette shares what it’s really like to let someone new into your life after building your routines, independence, and self-acceptance over decades of singleness. Lisa and Yvette get radically honest about menopause, aging, and the major changes women face in midlife—physical, emotional, and relational. From navigating hormonal shifts and brain fog to rejecting the stigma and secrecy surrounding menopause, Yvette and Lisa offer real talk and solutions, all with their signature humor and compassion. They unpack the adjustments required when forming new partnerships in your 40s and 50s, and how to keep your authentic self at the forefront in love, friendship, and career. The episode closes with powerful takeaways on self-confidence, faith, legacy, and the importance of refusing to "white knuckle" your way through life. Don’t miss the second half of this life-affirming conversation! SHOWNOTES 32:56 How therapy and mindset games keep you open to love 36:09 Accepting what you can’t control—and making your own happiness 39:05 The difference between “knowing” and “not knowing” love 41:40 Green flags, clarity, and what it feels like with the right person 44:40 Negotiating habits and sharing space after decades alone 45:49 Navigating menopause and why it matters in relationships 48:34 Why so many women divorce or struggle emotionally during midlife 50:46 The impact of generational and racial differences in menopause experience 52:20 Not letting physical symptoms destroy your self-esteem or career 55:12 Medication, natural solutions, and treating yourself with compassion 59:04 The root of Yvette’s confidence, faith, and call to serve others 1:02:01 Journaling, legacy, and what really matters at the end of the day 1:05:12 Making an impact through kindness, support, and celebrating others 1:08:21 Final thoughts: self-worth at every age and life stage FOLLOW YVETTE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yvettenicolebrown/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/YNB Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YvetteNicoleBrown/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@yvettenicolebrown CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out. BIOptimizers: Head to⁠ https://bioptimizers.com/impact ⁠and use code IMPACT for 10% off. OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ Kettle & Fire: Get 20% off at ⁠https://kettleandfire.com/lisa⁠ with code LISA Netsuite: Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at ⁠https://NetSuite.com/women⁠ 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
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    45 mins
  • I Found Love at 53: Why I Refused to Settle – And Why It Was Worth Every Damn Second | Yvette Nicole Brown PT 1

    I Found Love at 53: Why I Refused to Settle – And Why It Was Worth Every Damn Second | Yvette Nicole Brown PT 1
    May 7 2025
    Lisa Bilyeu sits down with actress, writer, and advocate Yvette Nicole Brown. Known for her iconic roles in "Community" and "Drake & Josh," Yvette brings her rich life experience and radiant authenticity to the table as she opens up about love, self-worth, and finding happiness on your own terms. Brown shares her journey from dreaming about marriage in her 20s to discovering real love at age 53, all while defying societal expectations around relationships, aging, and womanhood. Lisa and Yvette dive into the pressures women face to settle, struggle with loneliness, and grieve unfulfilled dreams—while still holding space for hope and joy. Yvette reveals the lessons she learned through toxic relationships, the importance of self-love, and how to embrace your authentic self regardless of your relationship status. Tune in to hear a candid and powerful conversation about perseverance, purpose, and why every woman’s life is valuable, with or without a partner. SHOWNOTES 00:00 Why women feel pressured to settle or fear being alone 00:26 Yvette’s approach to authenticity and self-acceptance 01:22 Why Yvette refused to settle or change herself to get a partner 03:09 Making peace with singleness and societal expectations 04:12 Grieving old dreams and redefining happiness 05:07 The reality of toxic relationships and lessons learned 07:06 Letting go of the dream of motherhood and finding new meaning 08:21 How Yvette cultivated self-love during years of being single 09:42 Holding space for complex feelings: "Happy for you, sad for me" 11:08 Early lessons on self-worth from childhood and Hollywood 12:19 Creating your own community when you don’t "fit in" 13:13 Red flags and leaving a toxic relationship 15:29 The “Sliding Doors” moment: Choosing self-worth over settling 17:02 The myth of women’s value being tied to romantic partnerships 20:30 Working against cultural programming and writing your own story 22:42 You don’t need a partner to be worthy or fulfilled 23:15 Allowing yourself to want love—and be open to it 27:20 Why being honest about your desires and boundaries matters 30:11 It’s okay to say you want love without losing yourself FOLLOW YVETTE: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yvettenicolebrown/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/YNB Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YvetteNicoleBrown/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@yvettenicolebrown CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out. BIOptimizers: Head to⁠ https://bioptimizers.com/impact ⁠and use code IMPACT for 10% off. OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ Kettle & Fire: Get 20% off at ⁠https://kettleandfire.com/lisa⁠ with code LISA Netsuite: Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at ⁠https://NetSuite.com/women⁠ 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
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    43 mins
  • If He Says He’s ‘Not Ready to Commit,’ BELIEVE HIM—How to Tell If He’ll Ever Commit | Matthew Hussey (Fan Fav)

    If He Says He’s ‘Not Ready to Commit,’ BELIEVE HIM—How to Tell If He’ll Ever Commit | Matthew Hussey (Fan Fav)
    May 6 2025
    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 FOLLOW MATTHEW HUSSEY: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thematthewhussey/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/matthewhussey Website: https://www.howtogettheguy.com/ 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
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    1 hr and 8 mins

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