Thank you to today’s sponsor: OneSkin: 15% off code LISA at https://oneskin.co You know that moment when your gut says “something’s off”... but you ignore it? When someone’s words sound sweet, but their eyes don’t match? This episode is your wake-up call. I brought together the most dangerous minds in psychology, persuasion, and human behavior, Robert Greene, Andrew Bustamante, and Dr. Ramani Durvasula, to expose the exact tactics manipulators use to gain control. From subtle “negging” and love-bombing, to psychological warfare used by spies, this mashup will teach you how to stop being played, spot red flags early, and take back your power. Whether it’s dating, work, or friendships, these are the tools that will keep you safe, sharp, and unshakable. Here’s exactly what we dive into: How manipulators create emotional dependency through pain and pleasure The secret CIA playbook for turning loyalty into control (and how abusers use it) Why women ignore their intuition—and how to stop doing it The body-language cues that reveal deception instantly How narcissists use withdrawal, humiliation, and fear to keep you small Why “love” can feel real but be completely fake How to break the trauma bond and start trusting yourself again Chapter Titles: [00:00] Trust Your Gut: Spotting the Cold Male Seducer (Robert Greene) [05:57] Why Pain Keeps You Hooked [08:07] The Spy’s Playbook: How to Turn Loyalty Into Control (Andrew Bustamante) [13:03] Avoidance, Competition, Compliance: How Manipulation Evolves [20:21] Narcissistic Punishment: Fear, Withdrawal & Humiliation (Dr. Ramani) [26:26] The Tests Narcissists Use to Find Easy Targets [34:35] Safety Over Romance: The Real Test of Love Follow Today’s Experts: Robert Greene: / robertgreeneofficial Andrew Bustamante: / everydayspy Dr. Ramani Durvasula: / doctorramani Follow Me, Lisa Bilyeu: Website: https://www.lisabilyeu.com Instagram: / lisabilyeu Facebook: / 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.