In this engaging conversation, Lewis Howes, a New York Times bestselling author and host of 'The School of Greatness,' speaks about the importance of facing personal fears for growth. He emphasizes that discipline, rather than motivation, drives success and discusses the transformative journey of healing from trauma. Lewis also highlights the value of living with purpose through service rather than fame, and how recognizing different life seasons can lead to meaningful contributions. His insights on personal growth and resilience are both inspiring and actionable.
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Howes' Healing Journey
Lewis Howes shares his personal journey of healing emotional wounds from childhood.
These wounds led him to abandon himself in relationships to feel loved.
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Shetty's Financial Fear
Jay Shetty's financial fear stemmed from childhood beliefs about money.
He associated wealth with negativity, believing good people couldn't be wealthy.
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Overcoming Fear of Entrapment
Howes overcame his fear of being trapped in relationships through intensive coaching.
A pivotal moment occurred when his coach reminded him of his freedom to leave.
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Today, I sit down with my friend Lewis Howes to talk about finding the courage to work on ourselves a little bit more. We share ideas on the dealing with the different seasons in our life and being present in each season, the level of discipline you have for yourself determines the outcome of goals you’ve set your mind and heart into, getting unstuck of the same pattern of familiarity that hinders personal growth, and the misconception of greatness and how it always starts within you.
Lewis is a lifestyle entrepreneur, high performance business coach, a New York Times best-selling author, 2x All-American athlete, and keynote speaker. He hosts The School of Greatness podcast, which was launched in 2013, where he shares inspiring interviews from the most successful people on the planet—world-renowned leaders in business, entertainment, sports, science, health, and literature.
You can order my new book 8 RULES OF LOVE at 8rulesoflove.com or at a retail store near you. You can also get the chance to see me live on my first ever world tour. This is a 90 minute interactive show where I will take you on a journey of finding, keeping and even letting go of love. Head to jayshettytour.com and find out if I'll be in a city near you. Thank you so much for all your support - I hope to see you soon.
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
00:What did it take Lewis to finally focus on the path to healing?
10:04 This is how it felt growing up in a family with financial limitations.
14:46 When you finally find the courage to work on yourself, you become more authentic.
19:30 What is the difference between motivation and discipline?
23:21 Lewis explains what role our inner emotional state plays in our success.
25:45* The 3 P’s to help you figure out what you want to do with your life.
33:50 How does discipline keep you organized and focused on your mission?
36:37 What is the right way to get ready even when you don’t want to do it?
39:44 Why do we always get stuck in the same pattern of familiarity?
43:53 This is the reason why the fear of failure stops us from trying and doing our best.
50:48 The misconception about greatness that we don’t know about.
58:39 The more you become for others, the brighter your own path will be.
01:08:26 What are you looking forward to this year?
01:11:48 What does it truly mean “to live in the season that you have reached?”
01:14:50 Stop doing other things and start focusing on the person you are becoming.
On Purpose with Jay Shetty 
