“Vulnerability Is Scary As F*** But So Worth It” - You Can Heal Through Creativity w/ IN-Q

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Today, Lewis Howes reconnects with his long-time friend and renowned poet, Adam "In-Q". In-Q discusses his recently released Never Ending Now Poetry Journal, a collection of poems and prompts designed to guide readers through a journey of self-discovery, healing, and creativity. Lewis and In-Q delve into the power of poetry as a transformative tool, touching on how writing has helped In-Q process emotions and trauma while finding peace and purpose. They explore themes like self-love, vulnerability, and creativity as In-Q shares poems about love, loss, and personal growth.
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0:00 Intro
00:03:37 - Reflecting on the Future
00:07:33 - The Healing Power of Creativity
00:11:22 - The Process of Finding Peace
00:15:17 - Overcoming the Fear of Rejection
00:18:54 - Being True to Yourself
00:22:50 - The Journey of Self-Love
00:26:44 - Love is not Soft, Love is Hard
00:31:15 - The Miracle of Love
00:35:19 - The Journey of Growth and Evolution
00:39:05 - Writing a Poem for Your Child
00:42:45 - Struggling to Create Harmony in Intimate Relationships
00:46:26 - Trust and Non-Negotiables in a Partnership
00:50:23 - The Truth about Emotional Availability
00:54:17 - Unlearning Worthlessness and Choosing Positive Beliefs
00:58:21 - Finding Worth in Pain and Trauma
01:02:11 - Sneaky Whales Going Human Watching
01:05:47 - The Importance of Creativity and Expression
01:09:34 - The Power of Sharing Your Story
01:13:00 - The Never-Ending Now Poetry Journal
01:16:17 - Finding Hope in the Midst of Suffering
01:20:07 - "I'm Proud of You"
01:24:23 - Leaving Behind Three Truths
01:28:14 - Meeting in the Middle
#greatness #inspiration #motivation

[@lewishowes]

Thanks to IN-Q for sharing his wisdom with us! Leave a “YES” if you enjoyed this and share the biggest moment for you. And make sure to subscribe to never miss out on inspiring content like this again KZbin.com/lewishowes

[@jennilynmae]

YES

[@monikashealingyoga4853]

Yes! This was amazing! All of it. Sharing it with loved ones, family and friends and looking forward to the journal. Thank you both!

[@MeetFreedom7333]

I change my account. Great interview😊 ✨🙏🏼✨❤️☮️

[@intelibeauty]

Yes❤

[@user-rl8jr6ls4z]

Yes!!

[@ivettecardona4227]

I love the integrity of this men. I never met men that would be so honest,open and authentic , and honestly my prayer is for some day to find and have people as truthful and honest as they are in my life ❤

[@tessadi1407]

Me neither, but it’s comforting to know those kind of men exist 🥰

[@JDfaith2024]

Agree same here 🥹 we just have to continue having hope and never giving up 🙏🏻 ❤️

[@michellenunes193]

YES 🙌 “Don’t try to make something great, make something true, and it’ll be great.” Amen to that.

[@meditate5592]

A person who is emotionally available will not choose someone who is not emotionally available. That was good!!!

[@BeWellwithT]

Beautiful episode. I especially am inspired by, “the work doesn’t have to be good or perfect, it just has to be TRUE”. Most of the time, I appreciate things in more of a raw form- the authentic form. Of an expression or of an act. For some reason though, Not being in the presentation of what I had expected for myself was causing me to pause and wait. But now I’m thinking I can embrace the non polished version of myself because, it’s my true self and the same goes for what I create and share. It’s my truth and that is something to be proud of- even just sharing it. Doesn’t mean it has to be someone else’s truth but it IS MINE and it’s honest. Not perfect t or polished. And that can help maybe more people than in a polished version of myself. ❤

[@tessadi1407]

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[@katiehealer8861]

When i release the emotion, i no longer have an electrical charge (trigger) attached to the memory. It becomes only a fact.

[@sayusayme7729]

Thank you 🌬️

[@MUGGLE137]

I've read about pulling the emotions out so you clearly see different perspectives and make wise decisions.. But how do you keep them out to permanently heal??? Is it through being aware and constant practice?

[@gretchenmeyer9567]

“Don’t take yourself for granted because you’re always there” THANK YOU!!! What a gift; your whole conversation was profound and nourishing

[@b.tilson5198]

“I won’t let the fear of losing you limit how I’m loving you.” Beautiful!

[@EcomCarl]

Adam reflections on vulnerability and self-expression are truly profound! 🌟 It's a great reminder that embracing our emotions and being true to ourselves can lead to genuine peace and create impactful, authentic work.

[@AJ_ace22]

Everytime Lewis asks, "where does that come from?", when you are "true" the inspiration & words come from your heart/soul which is his true self. Those who think from the mind can not fully feel & absorb his messages. That is the reason of much suffering/grief from the souls just truly being.

[@Seeker2Finder]

I hear a lot of positive self talk self help, but coming from him... I believe it.

[@liligraceforbes2605]

Yes ❤ both sides resonate so well. Oh man, the gratitude gym! Yes, I just wish it wasn't so hard. Hoping for it to get easier.... 🙏🏼 Woke up today, and for the first time, I felt that shift, 'like oh, even though I was 'terrible' yesterday, I'm still alive and get to go again' Life really is a gift, cause I woke up! And I'm here. That's true. When we don't know what else really is true and can't validate anything with love, we can say I am here. I am enough! I am home!

[@Rose-pz4wi]

Love is now! …. Brought me to tears…

[@lewishowes]

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[@alenaadamkova7617]

@@lewishowes “Vulnerability Is Scary As F*** But So Worth It” - You Can Heal Through Creativity w/ IN-Q I dont see the word fuck so creative. Every teenager is using it today because of adults and media....and 50 years old Joe Rogan says word "shit" often... Some lady who has million subscribbers made a two years ago a video about her 20 birthday talking about becoming adult etc and some fashion ideas, it was an hour long video.... and at some point after 5 minutes she started to talk and talk, and said the word Fuck" 50 times in 8 minutes, so I didnt remember what she said because the word fuck was used so often. So she probably said the wqord fuck 4 times in one minute or even more. so the million subscribers can leartn it too. I was like its your birtday dont use the vulgar language if you celebrate something. It makes no sense, but a so her face was serious.. I thought if she has a ,million subscribers she shouldnt be so negative. In other video anpother lady was doing the same. She celebrated 50 000 subscribers and she was talking for an hour and used the word fuck in every sentence. But its true humiliy and creativity is great thing.

[@KathleenNucciol0v3]

Okay, Seriously Lewis I am constantly in awe of EVERY SINGLE INTERVIEW, however, this one.... Oh my goodness, thank you, thank you, thank you for this fantasically incredible interview!!! ❤❤❤❤ Best so far, hands down!! So so so out of the park deep and truly meaningful!! Grateful for you and your guests!! Inspired and more enriched because of you and your guests!! Thank you!

[@lewishowes]

Thank you for taking the time out of your day to check out the interview! So glad you enjoyed it🧡

[@chippychick6261]

Do not believe there is not good in the world. Know that there are a small group who want you to believe the opposite. We are in process of exposing and removing them. Have heart and prepare to be amazed.

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

Absolutely! Creativity has the power to heal, uplift, and inspire. It allows us to express ourselves, process emotions, and find solace in the beauty of art. Whether it's painting, writing, or any other form of creativity, it can be a therapeutic outlet for healing and self-discovery. So go ahead and embrace your creativity! 🎨✨

[@patricehoward9831]

And Lewis and his friends should be held accountable for years of ENSLAVEMENT. It's pathetic they exploit the things other people create,for fucking years

[@feemcdonald4423]

Really what other people think has nothing to do with us, it is more about them and how they see

[@amandaflowers6967]

Something great -not regarding the specific insights-is how two men are just able to talk about vulnerability, feelings, love. They are modeling being brave about incredible self reflection and self awareness which will increase mental health for men who struggle to be free to feel their feelings and then this increases health and happiness for people who love them. Of course they are modeling for all humans regardless of gender but this will help free men from a social expectation of not exploring or being aware of feelings.

[@AshtralWisdom]

I LOVE IN-Q ❤ so excited to see him on your channel!!! Haven’t seen him in the mainstream lately so this was a great episode 🎉 He’s an amazing poet.

[@lewishowes]

So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.

[@lyndalent]

I so love you both!!! Thank you for the beautiful conversation ❤. Gives me a lot to take in and be with!!

[@JDfaith2024]

What he said in the beginning about what you would tell yourself now I completely relate to. I’m in that transition phase also. I love the way this man thinks and his true authenticity and vulnerability which is so rare these days. 🙏🏻 ❤️

[@esthermaloney1108]

Wow Mr.Howes. Adam that last poem is Amazing the infinite me universal me eternal me wow i love this hats off.

[@gardencali-arkansasstyle6995]

Beautifully said, ‘School of Greatness,,school of self-worth’. Thank you both👏🏽👏🏽

[@lewishowes]

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[@MahasSaham79]

Wow. .❤ wow. Just wow. Ty for having him on Lewis...he's a jewel. Sometimes you come across something you didn't even realize you were missing💯💫💟

[@lewishowes]

🙌

[@mrjag4089]

58:21 Thank you for saying this in this moment. So many gems in this conversation.. many are worthy of timestamps, but this acknowledgment cannot be said enough.

[@lb1798]

The greatest of these 3 is LOVE

[@darnellaford8141]

IN-Q!! Congrats on your success!!! We shared many stages of Spoken Word together back in the day. One of my favorite lines you've ever written: "How arrogant do you have to be, To assume we are the only form of life from here to infinity?" Your very FIRST CD, still my favorite. I'd kill to have another copy!❤ Darnella

[@jishamola.j6383]

Every time I am hearing this person I'm so happy for him

[@vandanajhamb7713]

Respected Lewis Howes..Thanks for sharing . splash of expressions To touch my fragile vase To touch the pebbles To become more transparent Stir and shake to reveal What inside the vase Tribute to both visionaries,artists and especially extraordinary communicators.Really enjoyed..Regards.. communicators..Really

[@destineechaidez170]

Such a beautiful interview. I’ve never had the privilege to meet men with such emotional intelligence and spiritual strength, but it makes me so happy and hopeful for this world. Thank you for your vulnerability & wise words.

[@lewishowes]

So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.

[@payalkanaskar8109]

Waoww🎉🎉 emotionaly unavailability is what I complain the most coz only n only such ppl I attract to myself repeatedly past couple of yrs n cudnt figure it out why? Then yess I discovered a lot of healing is needed on my part instead. Of complaining for them being unavailable 😮..I getit n trust me I am working real hard on that. .finger crossed. Things would shine sooner 🎉

[@sayusayme7729]

Absolutely real authenticity , wow Lewis. Inspired to find the strength to love better, more and putting my “ self” our there through my art. Absolutely phenomenal poetry 🤍🕊️🌬️ wow. How? Thank you both ♥️

[@lewishowes]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@aynayn-uo8wm]

The beautiful poems deeply touched my heart and soul ❤❤ I had a big smile on my face the whole time watching this episode espacially the moment you talked about being on the journey of becoming a father. ❤ Lovely.

[@teedo76]

YES, YES, AND YES!

[@nicoledelima7233]

Hopefully you’ll experience a love like you’ve never known before. Your patience will also be tested like it never has before. Our children come into our lives not to be controlled, but to be nurtured, loved, excepted, and protected.

[@StaceyMurray-ut3er]

So beautiful. Two inspiring men and to hear how use talk about becoming father's is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for your work it has helped me change things in my life❤

[@lewishowes]

Appreciate your support. Thank you for watching! 🧡

[@LindaRodgers-xv8ln]

This was such a powerful conversation. Thank you to both of you for showing up authentically vulnerable with so much love for yourselves and for each other. I am grateful for the impactful work you are doing ❤️

[@lewishowes]

Awesome to hear that from you! Thanks for watching!

[@qcayanga1280]

beautiful, beautiful words to hear to start a day and a year

[@milatheehostkeyper]

I didn't know I needed this magical episode when I started watching it. Thank you for sharing this beautiful piece of art. I deeply appreciate it.✨

[@lewishowes]

So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.

[@carolspencer6915]

Damn beautiful. Tears and smiles. Needed all of this. Truly grateful. 💜

[@LangAmor]

Dear Lewis, I'm a language-learning nomad who, in a male body, has traveled the world in a dress on and off over the last twenty years. From what I have experienced, seen, and felt, there are a lot of good things happening. I definitely feel, notice, and observe improvements. I believe the world has become a safer and more open place. That said, as we're so much more connected, we see a lot more about what is happening. There is still a lot of work to be done. We all set a step in the direction of healing, beauty, kindness, and many more things. Muchas gracias y hasta luego.

[@shaneneighbors9861]

Keep up the amazing interviews!!! Always telling people to check your amazing content!!

[@lewishowes]

Thank you! Your support means a lot🧡

[@jessica-ott]

That poem at the end gave me chills… I had to listen again. Beautiful

[@lewishowes]

So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.

[@jishamola.j6383]

This episode expressing the true yearning of my heart

[@mimmycal]

Omg Lewis! This is amazing amazing! my 36 and 38-year-old sons 6’6 & 6’7 “ both have one child.They have got to hear this. They live 1,800 miles from me_ Still pissed because Mom moved back to her childhood state,iCalifornia 23 years ago!! When guys are still using, you never know what they’re gonna hear. But -this is totally worth sending. Thank you thank you.XOXO

[@guitarsz]

the poem I’m Proud of You made me cry

[@Canadiantravelvlog]

Very nice to hear Poems on your Show. Lewis you and your Guest are doing awesome show

[@lewishowes]

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[@Chris-qi5rq]

I can relate to this guest completely this video is so real. ❤

[@stephanieanderson8494]

Wow, thanks for introducing me to this man. So many thought provoking statements and love the poetry!!

[@julieklick4321]

His poetry is so powerful! I love listening to him reading his poems!

[@lewishowes]

🙌

[@mayanova8152]

This guy is giving me goosebumps! ❤

[@patlormiller]

This question struck me. “How do love someone who has hurt you and continues to hurt you?” Why would you want to? Obviously, if they chose to hurt you and keeps doing it, they do not love you. You need to love yourself first. Them hurting you is disrespecting you and in turn you are disrespecting yourself. Choose wisely what you tolerate.

[@fayesmith5813]

This truly touched me like nothing ever did. 🎉

[@jillmorris422]

So so deeply moving for places in our hearts!

[@BohoWarriorYoga444]

you have inspired me to get my own poetry out in the world.

[@irmamakrevski5652]

56:00 gratitude and worthlesness gym

[@shannapink801]

Love this guy and how he tells his “love” poems! ❤❤

[@lewishowes]

Glad you loved it! Thanks for watching!

[@liligraceforbes2605]

Really Beautiful, thank you so much! The last poem is exactly what I needed to hear ❤❤❤ Really, appreciate it, 🙏🏼 I am a million times enough. *We are*

[@lewishowes]

Appreciate your feedback, thank you so much for watching!

[@SpiritualGuidanceandSupport]

You both are awesome! Thank you for being so willing to be so vulnerable. It is good to know there are great men like you out there.

[@lewishowes]

Appreciate your support. Thank you for watching! 🧡

[@jonnajankala2451]

bird song was amazing

[@issraayari6214]

This interview is a Real pièce of art. This was a blessing for all my senses. I wasn't just listening I was feeling every second of it. You took me into another dimension of love beauty peace and authenticity. You both were so true so real so sincere❤❤❤ thank you for being there and hère, thank you for being so YOU both!

[@lewishowes]

So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.

[@susantalebzadeh9741]

Thank you for introducing me to this beautiful soul

[@alicia_marie_333]

❤ So inspirational ⭐ processing the trauma and moving through the feeling, 🎉 being grateful and honoring. Thank you for showing me a part that I'm willing to release now.

[@lewishowes]

Appreciate you for watching! 🧡

[@Healerwithanedge]

I love this episode so much! Bravo! Heartfelt, raw, soft, connected, inspiring. Thank you Lewis and IN-Q for all that you bring to the world 🌎 🙏 🙌 ❤

[@lewishowes]

Thank you for taking the time out of your day to check out the interview! So glad you enjoyed it🧡

[@shailydilse]

I feel exactly the same way - I am worthless. Everyday I struggle to believe otherwise. People tell me that its not true yet I am not able to change my thoughts about myself.

[@lighthouse1136]

Powerful stuff ❤️✨

[@virgobeautygg]

As soon as I saw In-Q on this, I had to make sure I tuned in. Love poetry and the writing and heart of In-Q. Many blessings and gratitude for this episode, this moment, this balm that I so needed on this day, in this space, and in this way ❤

[@lewishowes]

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[@josiefromtherose-war2721]

Yes! Such an authentic conversation, insightful, and self-searching. Loved it. Thank you!

[@lewishowes]

So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.

[@denisenarelle1343]

Even when you can't sing ❤✨️

[@myaalberto2959]

Yesssss this is beyond beautiful & loving!!!! Love harder first yourself, then your family….. OmG!!!! Soo deep!!!

[@lewishowes]

So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.

[@jm7313]

What a talk… so much love on you both 🙏♥️

[@lewishowes]

Thank you so much for watching! 🧡

[@leannebracey862]

What a wonderful energy he has ❤

[@lewishowes]

Absolutely!

[@francy2127]

Ohhhj yes Love hurts & it leaves scars .. 🥲 now our choice to forget & let go… how I wish it’s just as easy as hitting the “ delete “ button on a keyboard 😒🥲🥲🥲

[@miamore2100]

I so feel you 😢 ..Just taking it one day at a time ❤

[@ashleysnow7470]

Embrace the pain feel all the emotions and understand that that is what helps .. when you relieve yourself of a buildup of emotions.. pain is there for a reason,, it’s not to hold onto, it’s a guide, it’s a lesson, it’s full of benefits bd beauty if you embrace it!

[@priyaramdoo4762]

Thank you..your poem is medicine for all.humanity

[@lewishowes]

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[@laurenfinney14]

IN Q: your song LOVE made me cry hysterically though I don't understand why ❤ thank you.

[@rychusmayweather350]

I LOOOOOOVE The poem OMG!!! snapping

[@lyndalent]

Love the poetry

[@raulfinlaysonakadjraoul4449]

This bro is deep .. great interview 🇯🇲

[@lewishowes]

So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.

[@Issabell313]

This episode made me cry

[@seannakelly]

I loved this one! Great episode. You both will be amazing father's one day. Love for your children is somthing out of this world. The love for my children have made all the bad things in my childhood worth it all. My first born helped me love myself. Its a love that makes your heart feel 10000% bigger and beat 10000% time faster.

[@lewishowes]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@Melinamiu007]

Its survival instinct.

[@violettfilipp]

Through your work I am developing my personality! Appreciate it so much 🙏

[@desertgrown5154]

Was not expecting those deep words. Very inspiring ☀️

[@lewishowes]

So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.

[@karolinablada6436]

one of the best interviews !

[@lewishowes]

Thanks for watching! I'm glad you liked it!

[@esthermaloney1108]

Amazing monday thank u sir for this word .

[@lewishowes]

So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.

[@Thira333]

✨ Yes Because of this authentic message, I am starting to do my art . . . Thank you. 💖🙏

[@mariaroquavega5664]

This is so true

[@liligraceforbes2605]

I would love to go to the Summit in September! I am single mom, working to find her internal compass and trunorth, and tru change, if there's any scholarship to apply for to be at the summit this year, I am interested!!! ❤

[@MarleneChism]

Love the poem about the animals! ❤

[@lewishowes]

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[@Evayoubinchung]

Amazing episode! Thank you for sharing!

[@lewishowes]

So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.

[@khongoroozul]

Thank you for making me realise peace is process

[@lewishowes]

Glad this was helpful for you.

[@pilatescarolinenorth4955]

Wow! That was a wonderful Podcast! Beautiful poetry. His words absolutely drew me in ... such captivating delivery. He has such a gift. What a friend to have too.

[@lewishowes]

So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.

[@LadyMarijne]

This was exactly what I needed to hear today, thank you! Am in the process of publishing my first ever childrens rhymes book simply because I enjoyed making the rhymes over the course of many years. Criticism will come, but the book makes me happy, so it's okay, it has already served its purpose for my life's happiness, even if nobody else likes it. And if even 1 person beside me does, that will make my day again 😊.

[@lewishowes]

So glad you enjoy the channel! Thanks for being here!

[@guitarsz]

What a handsome, sweet and powerful man

[@esthermaloney1108]

Great questions moving the energy ty Creativity

[@katiehealer8861]

This conversation is great!! 🎉

[@lewishowes]

So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.

[@lighthouse1136]

Wow, loved this ❤️

[@johnleonardumunnakwe871]

Beautiful conversation ❤

[@lewishowes]

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[@monikashealingyoga4853]

So true

[@elizabethtucci3305]

Absolutely golden

[@lewishowes]

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[@becca841]

Touched my ❤ and soul. What an intriguing conversation. Chill bumps... thank you

[@lewishowes]

So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.