Women of Impact Lewis Howes: I Was a “Bad Boy” — Why Men Withdraw, Cheat, and What Makes Them Commit (Fan Fav)
Nov 7, 2025
Lewis Howes, bestselling author and entrepreneur, shares his journey from a damaging past of emotional unavailability to embracing vulnerability. He delves into the significance of facing childhood wounds and the role of emotional courage in building deeper relationships. Lewis emphasizes setting healthy boundaries, the necessity of joint therapy, and prioritizing personal health to enhance intimacy. He also discusses the challenges men face with vulnerability and the societal implications of unhealed emotional pain. This insightful conversation encourages self-reflection and growth.
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Facing Wounds Enables Real Change
- Lewis Howes says facing internal shame and wounds is the turning point from being a player to being emotionally available.
- He credits a decade of consistent inner work for transforming his relationships and priorities.
Don't Abandon Yourself To Please Others
- Refuse to abandon your values to please others; maintain integrity even under pressure.
- Say no to repeated demands that force you to change your identity.
Be Honest Early And Test Acceptance
- Tell the truth about your past at the right timing and ask if your partner truly wants to hear it.
- If they can't accept your past, you should not be in that relationship.
