I Thought Putting Him First Would Save My Relationship | Lisa & Tom Bilyeu (Relationship Theory)

Fan Favorite: This episode originally aired on December 29, 2017. What up, homies! It's your girl Lisa Bilyeu, and welcome back to the Women of Impact podcast, where we're all about empowering you to live your best life. Today, we're delving into a topic that's close to my heart - relationships. And I'm thrilled to share the mic with none other than my partner-in-crime, Tom Bilyeu.In this episode, we’re breaking down a concept that might sound a bit controversial: why being selfish could actually be the best thing for your relationship! Trust me, self-care isn't just about bubble baths and spa days, it's about making sure your own cup is full so you can truly show up for those you love.Join Tom and I as we explore how prioritizing yourself can actually strengthen your connections. We're tackling the hard-hitting questions and sharing personal insights on balance, communication, and understanding how our individual needs play into the bigger picture of our relationships.Grab your favorite cozy blanket, get comfortable, and let's get into this powerful discussion about love, life, and the pursuit of a healthier, happier you!SHOWNOTES 00:00 Welcome to Relationship Theory 00:31 Holiday Season Reflections 01:09 Would You Rather Results 02:04 Balancing Business and Relationships 04:52 Essential Needs: Me Time vs. We Time 06:24 Navigating Selfish Desires 08:31 Importance of Communication 09:39 Managing Energy and Emotions 14:22 Addressing Conflicts and Priorities 18:43 Self-Care and Relationship Dynamics 23:24 Understanding Emotional Needs 28:09 "Would You Rather" Relationship Scenarios 31:27 Dealing with Disagreements 33:25 Strategies for Positive EnergyJoin Tom live on his Twitch stream. He’s live daily from 6:30 to 8:30 am PT at www.twitch.tv/tombilyeu**********************************************************************FOLLOW TOM:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeuYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu********************************************************************************************************************************************CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORSAudible: Sign up for a free 30-day trial at https://audible.com/WOI Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out. SKIMS: Check out the Fits Everybody Collection at https://www.skims.com/woi  #skimspartner Kettle & Fire: Get 20% off at https://kettleandfire.com/lisa with code LISAQuince: Check out Quince: https://quince.com/woi Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisaNPR Fresh Air: Tune into Fresh Air from NPR to hear some of the most insightful interviews anywhere—wherever you get your podcasts.**********************************************************************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/lisabilyeuYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpactTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.