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Mar 2025
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Matthew Hussey: If You're Getting Mixed ...

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Fan Favorite: This episode originally aired on: April 24, 2022. What up, homies! It's your girl Lisa Bilyeu, and welcome back to the Women of Impact podcast! You know how much I love diving deep into real talk that transforms lives, and today's episode is no exception. I’m beyond thrilled to have the relationship expert and coach, Matthew Hussey, joining us!


If you've ever felt like you're navigating the messy waters of modern dating or if you've questioned whether that person you're investing in is truly the one, this episode is for you. Matthew Hussey, with his incredible insight and no-nonsense advice, is here to guide us through the intricacies of dating, vulnerability, and connection.


We are exploring the difference between what feels like love and what truly stands the test of time in relationships. Matthew is breaking down everything from the importance of compatibility to how to recognize if someone is really into you or just giving you mixed signals. Trust me, if there's one episode you don't want to miss, it's this one.


So, grab your favorite notebook and your emotional toolkit because Matthew Hussey is about to drop some major wisdom on making your relationships impactful and profound.


SHOWNOTES

00:00 Overanalyzing Business Excuses

09:13 Building Relationships Together

12:28 "The Slow Decline of Neglected Bonds"

19:37 Evaluating Intentionality in Dating

24:51 Courageous Relationship Conversations

30:35 Humility in Addressing Feedback

35:41 "Unearned Enthusiasm in Interviews"

42:07 "Actions Reveal True Character"

47:56 Questioning Love and Commitment

51:52 Prioritize Self-Care

58:03 Trust Your Gut, Share Honestly

01:01:59 Fear of Miscommunication

01:09:38 "It's Never Too Late"

01:14:47 Unreciprocated Desires and Connection Limits

01:16:35 Settling Due to Fear and Conditioning

01:22:36 "Embrace Authentic Self-Love"

01:28:50 The Importance of Genuine Connection

01:34:38 "Emotional Maturity and Healthy Love"

01:41:15 Confidence Affects Relationship Dynamics

01:45:42 Establishing Relationship Communication Rules

01:50:41 Unmotivated in Unreciprocal Relationships

01:56:35 Dressing for Self-Empowerment


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