Women of Impact

Inside the Male Brain: Why Men Do What They Do & What Women Need to Know | Dr. Andrew Huberman PT 2

Sep 4, 2025
Dr. Andrew Huberman, a neuroscientist at Stanford, joins Lisa Bilyeu to explore the intricacies of male behavior and emotional health. They discuss the roots of male jealousy and self-worth, addressing the impact of toxic mindsets like 'more money, more muscle.' Andrew candidly talks about the struggles men face with overwhelm, addiction, and the stigma surrounding vulnerability and emotional expression. The duo also delves into the cultural shifts in relationships and emphasizes the importance of compassion to foster deeper intimacy and resilience.
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ANECDOTE

Lisa's Breakthrough After Eight Years At Home

  • Lisa describes being a stay-at-home wife for eight years and suppressing her unhappiness to keep the family stable.
  • After she voiced her needs, her husband adjusted priorities and her life shifted toward entrepreneurship.
ADVICE

Schedule Regular Self-Reflection

  • Periodically take mornings to go inward and ask what you really want, removing social programming.
  • Use journaling or reflection every few years to realign actions with true goals.
INSIGHT

Comfort Versus Challenge Preference

  • Men differ on whether they want a partner who comforts or one who challenges them to grow.
  • This preference often mirrors how much they self-drive or self-criticize.
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