Today, we are excited to bring you the first half of our conversation with Evy Pompouras, a former Secret Service agent, author, and expert in resilience and communication. In this episode, Evy shares crucial insights into mental resilience, emphasizing the importance of self-talk and taking ownership of your life. Drawing from her experience in security planning for the President of the United States, Evy discusses how to effectively manage control and vulnerability. She provides actionable strategies for setting and maintaining boundaries, understanding different levels of trust, and determining who deserves a place in your inner circle. Our host, Lisa Bilyeu, delves deep into these topics with Evy, exploring how to avoid a victim mentality, the power of language, and the importance of mental adaptability. From managing your inner critic to shifting from a problem-centric mindset to a solution-oriented approach, this first part is filled with valuable lessons that you can apply to both your personal and professional life. Get ready to be inspired and empowered as we begin this journey with Evy Pompouras. Let's dive in! SHOW NOTES: 00:00 Challenging dad's authority leads to self-discovery. 12:21 Categorizing people based on their relationship impact. 27:25 Inner critic voice distracts and limits energy. 32:57 Mindful choice of words for effective communication. 45:42 Taking responsibility for personal safety and choices. 59:19 Strategic, thoughtful responses lead to safe outcomes. 01:11:47 Be mindful of language, adjust to audience. 01:18:19 Betrayal causes lasting pain, triggers red flags. FOLLOW LISA: Lisa’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ Women of Impact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenofimpact/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en ORDER YOUR COPY OF LISA'S BOOK "RADICAL CONFIDENCE"  (NOW IN PAPERBACK & WITH A NEW CHAPTER!) & GET YOUR FREE BADASS BONUSES: https://bit.ly/radcon SPONSORS: Go over right now and sign up for just one dollar a month with your trial period at https://Shopify.com/lisa Go to https://cleanmymac.com/ and use the promo code WOMANOFIMPACT to save 20% on your annual license.  Go to https://butcherbox.com/NYBBS and use coupon code NYBBS and you can enjoy the choice of bone-in chicken thighs, top sirloin or salmon for absolutely free in every single box for an entire year plus you get $20 off.  Go to https://www.heytabu.com/discount/LISA15 use code LISA15 to save 15% off your order Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase your first purchase by going to https://drinkAG1.com/lisa. Go to https://tryviome.com/LISA and use code LISA to get 20% off your first 3 months, and take control of your gut health today! ***CALLING ALL BADASSES!*** If you really want to level up your confidence game, check out the WOMEN OF IMPACT SUBSCRIPTION, specially designed to turn you into the badass you were born to be!  *New episodes delivered ad-free, EXCLUSIVE access to hundreds of archived Women of Impact episodes, and so much more!* Don't settle for mediocrity when you can be extraordinary! *****Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/457ebrP***** Subscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices