What does it mean to be masculine? In his fascinating new book, best-selling author, speaker, and high-performance coach Lewis Howes asks this very question.Whether it’s the jock, the playboy, or the fighter, Lewis breaks down the different masks that men unknowingly wear to hide their authentic selves. Watch “The School of Greatness” host discuss masculinity, vulnerability, and authenticity in this eye-opening episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu. Buy the Mask of Masculinity Here: http://amzn.to/2yZ5sfT SHOW NOTES Tom and Lewis talk about masculine vulnerability and how a fight changed his life. [5:05] Lewis shares when he discovered that he was wearing masks and how he learned to forgive. [11:26] Lewis breaks down different types of masks and overcoming the fear of being perfect. [13:27] Lewis talks about using masks to our advantage and knowing when it’s time to take it off. [17:07] Tom and Lewis deconstruct the process that draws a line between masks and authenticity. [19:20] Lewis reveals the question he used to start every conversation and what waits on the other side. [21:53] Lewis describes practical steps that you can usedto identify and remove masks in your life. [26:13] Tom and Lewis dive into the comfort of wearing masks and how they are created. [29:36] Lewisgives society’s definition of a “real man” and being educated by powerful women. [34:13] Lewis offers his definition of real masculinity and the basis of self-love. [37:56] Lewis explains how he ranks priorities in his life. [40:05] Lewis clarifies why he tailored a section for women in his book about masculinity. [43:25] Tom and Lewis discuss connectivity at every level and creating meaningful conversation and change. [45:51] Lewis reveals the three truths that are essential to creating your best life. [49:00] Lewis defines the impact that he wants to have on the world. [51:18] FOLLOW LEWIS HOWES INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/2gBczV1 TWITTER: http://bit.ly/1T6F5bq FACEBOOK: http://bit.ly/2tgJouE LINKEDIN: http://bit.ly/2zDI9WN CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Range Rover: Range Rover: Explore the Range Rover Sport at  https://landroverUSA.com Audible: Sign up for a free 30 day trial at https://audible.com/IMPACTTHEORY  Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code IMPACT at check out. NetSuite: Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning at https://NetSuite.com/THEORY  Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.  Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here. If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu’s Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. Join me live on my Twitch stream. I'm live daily from 6:30 to 8:30 am PT at www.twitch.tv/tombilyeu LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/impacttheory FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices