# I Knew I Was Marrying the Wrong Man… But Still Said “I Do”

An episode of [Real Women's Stories with Lisa Quait](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1769667587), 23 Oct 2025, 32 min.

Audio: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/688b450bc6d705dd3a2f1a3e/e/68f914ca53978989ad788c66/media.mp3

Take this 3 min quiz and receive your FREE tailored workbook from Lisa. --- 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. --- Discover mid-life coaching with Lisa --- Connect with Lisa Instagram: Follow Lisa Facebook: Follow Lisa YouTube: The only place to watch every episode of Real Women's Stories with Lisa Quait --- 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? --- Series Producer: Aaron Nelson PR & Marketing: Kate Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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