Podcasts · Real Women's Stories with Lisa Quait
I Knew I Was Marrying the Wrong Man… But Still Said “I Do”
· 32 min · S8 E2
Episode I Knew I Was Marrying the Wrong Man… But Still Said “I Do”
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In this solo episode of Real Women’s Stories, host and coach Lisa Quait shares the real-life lessons she learned from saying “I do” when every instinct told her not to.
This episode isn’t just about one woman’s past - it’s a roadmap for recognising red flags, trusting your instincts, and finding the courage to rebuild when life doesn’t go to plan.
Here’s what you’ll learn 👇
💍 Why we ignore our intuition - and how to start listening to it again
💔 How to spot emotional patterns that keep you stuck in unhealthy relationships
👶 How motherhood or major life changes can reveal your true strengths
💪 Practical ways to rebuild confidence after walking away from something that wasn’t right
✨ How sharing your story helps others find the courage to share theirs
If you’ve ever stayed too long, doubted yourself, or felt torn between fear and freedom - this conversation will give you tools to recognise your own turning point and choose self-respect over comfort.
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00:00 – Why Lisa’s telling her story for the first time
02:10 – How we talk ourselves into the wrong decisions
05:40 – The wedding day she knew was wrong
07:15 – The pressure to “make it work”
09:20 – The pregnancy wake-up call
13:00 – The night that changed everything
16:30 – Facing the truth about addiction
19:10 – When trying to fix someone turns into losing yourself
21:30 – Choosing herself and her child
23:00 – Learning what healthy love really looks like
26:00 – The mindset shift that rebuilt her confidence
28:30 – Lisa’s reflection challenge: what’s your truth?
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