The Conversation Every Woman Needs to Hear Right Now

“This is me. If you don't like it, here it is. I'm not changing.” Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of domestic abuse, suicide, grief and mental health. This week's guest is someone who embodies resilience, authenticity and the courage to start again. I'm joined by Lisa Lawless - content creator, entrepreneur, podcast host, wife, mother and the voice behind Bras Off and Breathe. Through her work, Lisa encourages women to let go of what no longer serves them, embrace who they truly are, and live with more freedom, confidence and joy. In this deeply honest conversation, Lisa shares her journey through domestic abuse, grief, menopause, entrepreneurship and self-discovery. We talk about the devastating loss of her brother, the healing power of community, and why showing up authentically online has become such an important part of her mission. This episode is ultimately about courage - the courage to leave, to begin again, to grieve, and to finally become yourself. ✨ In this episode: Growing up in Dublin as one of five siblings Leaving school at 16 and becoming self-employed Starting her first business in fashion Surviving an abusive and controlling relationship The moment she knew she had to leave Meeting her husband and building a life together Entrepreneurship, childcare and family businesses Losing her brother to suicide Grief, counselling and navigating loss Menopause and feeling unseen Why she started Lisa's Vistas Social media, authenticity and belonging Learning to stop people-pleasing The importance of showing women what's real Her plans for the Bras Off and Breathe podcast and future projects You can find Lisa here:   / lisasvistas   |   / lisasvistas   | Listen to Bras Off and Breathe on all major podcast platforms including Acast and Spotify | http://[email protected] ____ 🕒 YouTube Chapters & Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 02:00 - Growing up in Dublin & family life 04:30 - Losing the family farm & learning a strong work ethic 09:00 - Her first business & an abusive relationship 10:45 - The moment she knew she had to leave 16:15 - Entrepreneurship, childcare & building businesses 18:30 - Losing her brother to suicide 20:30 - Grief, menopause & feeling lost 22:10 - Why she started Lisa's Vistas 23:00 - Social media, authenticity & showing real life 26:10 - "This is me, take it or leave it" 30:00 - Children's books, future plans & creativity 35:00 - Friendship, community & finding your people 43:00 - Life lessons, confidence & letting go of overthinking 51:30 - Final thoughts ____ BeBelle is a podcast hosted by Sian Horn that dives into the stories of remarkable people behind their businesses. BeBelle is not a business podcast, it's about uncovering the moments of resilience, creativity and determination that have shaped these entrepreneurs. Sian is dedicated to empowering individuals in all aspects of life and believes in the importance of self-care, which manifests differently for everyone. Guests share their own self-care practices, offering listeners fresh perspectives on nurturing their well-being. Tune in to BeBelle for inspiring stories, actionable advice and thoughtful reflections on what it means to navigate life today. Join the BeBelle Community: https://www.bebelle.ie/ | / bebelle_podcast | https://www.instagram.com/sian_horn?i... | ‪@sianhorn228‬ ____ This episode is brought to you by Skin Formulas, an Irish skincare brand created by skin experts and trusted by thousands of customers and skin clinics. Built on science, results and a deep understanding of skin health, Skin Formulas is designed to help you feel confident in your skin. Discover more at http://skinformulas.ie