Women of Impact

I Was Raised by a Tribe of Women—How Strong Women Shaped My Life & Relationships | Devon Franklin (Fan Fav

Mar 23, 2025

01:20:31

Fan Favorite: This episode originally aired on August 31, 2022. What up, homies! It's your girl Lisa Bilyeu, and welcome back to the Women of Impact podcast. Today, I've got an epic episode lined up just for you with someone truly extraordinary. You know that I focus on guests who resonate with all of us, and guys, this one is a must-listen. I'm bringing you the one and only Devon Franklin. He's a New York Times best-selling author and has been named on Oprah's Super Soul 100 list of influential leaders. With his latest Audible original, "It Takes a Woman," we dive into the heartwarming tales and incredible lessons shaped by the powerful women in his life.

Devon shares how his life transformed despite the tremendous personal loss of his father at a young age. Raised by a tribe of phenomenal women, we get into the keys of effective communication with the opposite sex, striving for progress over perfection, overcoming the feeling of being unseen, moving on from failed relationships, and understanding the importance of self-prioritizing. Trust me, these are lessons everyone can take something away from!

So, if you're ready to dive deep and gain insights on connection, communication, and personal growth, you're in the right place. Grab your notebooks and your favorite beverage because Devon Franklin is about to light up your world with his wisdom and infectious positivity.

SHOWNOTES

00:00 Introduction to Devon Franklin

00:46 Personal loss and family dynamics

02:03 Devon's unique upbringing by strong women

02:25 How Devon overcame the loss of his father

02:58 The role of his mother and family support

04:25 The women who shaped Devon’s life

05:07 Finding strength in vulnerability

08:05 Feeling unseen in relationships

09:02 Communicating unresolved feelings

11:23 Importance of self-prioritizing

14:18 Navigating identity and self-worth