Lisa Bilyeu

"18 Years Studying Heartbreak" How to Spot a Dangerous Man & STILL Stay Open to Love | Matt Hussey

Thank you to today’s sponsors: OneSkin: 15% off with code LISA at https://oneskin.co/lisa Ever wonder how a woman can survive the worst kind of heartbreak… and somehow find love (and herself) on the other side? Today’s episode goes all-in on the messy, life-changing reality of toxic relationships, narcissistic abuse, and the epic journey back to peace, self-worth, and genuine connection. You’ll hear the TRUTH about why smart women get stuck, the science behind walking away, and the game-changing mindset shifts that unlock real love (whether or not it’s with another person). My guest is master relationship coach Matthew Hussey, who’s spent 18 years helping millions of women rebuild after betrayal, decode the real signals of a good partner, and reclaim the confidence to trust again. Here’s exactly what we dive into: - Why we fall for love-bombers, and how to protect your heart without shutting down - Why so many women go “voluntarily celibate” (and what it really means) - The four types of heartbreak no one talks about—and why some wounds never heal on their own - Why it’s NEVER too late to start over, trust again, or fall in love (with anyone, including yourself) Chapter Titles [00:05:00] Why Manipulators Always Know How to Pass Your “Tests” [00:10:20] Loneliness Inside Narcissistic Relationships [00:12:48] PTSD, Gaslighting & Why Psychological Abuse Lasts Longer [00:16:38] Why Many Women Today Are “Voluntary Celibates” [00:18:14] Breaking Free at Any Age: Rediscovering Life After Abuse [00:22:21] Gisele Pelicault: Surviving Unimaginable Trauma and Finding Love Again [00:28:46] Lisa’s Story: Normalizing Abuse Until Truth Breaks Through [00:33:45] Why Going “No Contact” Is a Miracle, Not a Failure [00:41:55] The Four Kinds of Heartbreak You’ve Never Heard Explained [01:09:45] The Addiction to Bitterness: Can You Get Stuck Forever? [01:25:14] Five Days to Mend: Matthew’s Free Guide to Healing Heartbreak [01:28:20] The Four Green Flags: How to Spot When Someone is Really Right for You Follow Matthew Hussey: Website: https://www.matthewhussey.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thematthewhussey/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thematthewhussey Join his free Five Days to Mend heartbreak event: https://www.mendweek.com Follow Me, Lisa Bilyeu: Website: https://www.lisabilyeu.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu Want to search through every episode, explore specific topics, or ask me questions directly? Check out my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/lisabilyeu WARNING: I will never ask for your contact info in the comments section. That’s 100% a scammer.