Gabriel Iglesias Opens Up About MENTAL HEALTH, Moving On From RELATIONSHIPS, & Why He Almost RETIRED
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In this episode of The School of Greatness, Lewis is joined by comedian Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias, who shares his journey from humble beginnings to selling out arenas. Gabriel opens up about the importance of understanding peace through experiencing misery, the significance of having the right people in your corner, and the art of captivating an audience while staying true to himself.
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0:00 Intro
00:02:49 - Finding Relief in Venting about Frustrations
00:05:50 - The Gray Area of Confusion
00:08:43 - Loyalty and Trust in Show Business
00:11:26 - Learning from Mistakes in Business and Relationships
00:14:09 - Dealing with Heckling and Distractions
00:16:46 - Managing Personal Challenges On Stage
00:19:35 - The Importance of Self-Love
00:22:36 - Overcoming Childhood Trauma
00:25:28 - Overcoming Unhealthy Habits
00:28:21 - Overcoming Limiting Habits and Self-Identity
00:31:10 - The Identity of Fluffy
00:34:06 - The Recognition and Impact of Fluffy
00:36:52 - The Dark Side of Fame
00:39:42 - The Importance of Consistency in Social Media Usage
00:42:48 - Reflecting on the Past for Future Benefit
00:45:34 - Advice from Future Self
00:48:30 - Feeling the Impact and Setting New Goals
00:51:14 - The Best Fine I've Ever Paid
00:54:03 - Eliminating Excuses for Yourself
00:56:40 - Three Truths
00:59:40 - Living in Gratitude and Honoring Health
01:02:34 - The Unseen Love for Dogs
01:05:36 - Water Skiing and Gator Encounters
#greatness #inspiration #motivation
Thanks to Gabriel 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 RUclips.com/lewishowes
Grande escola
Pushing the stop button is what I need to do. Thank you for this!
I appreciate it
I am a 5th Grade teacher and especially see many of my 5th Grade Boys struggling... I have so many that can relate to you, Lewis. Have you ever thought about writing a smaller chapter book (autobiography) that would be more attuned to a 5th Grade Boy? I think it would be great! Something we could use for SEL in class and give to struggling students and students who have internal family struggles? Just a thought! I find you so inspirational and want my kids to hear you, but sometimes it's a little too grown up for the little ones. I would use your story in class if you wanted to do that!
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Mr. Iglesias, please take care of your health. We don't want to lose you.
Fluffy reminds me of Robin Williams, made us laugh even though they are struggling badly. I wish nothing but health and happiness for Gabriel.
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Society sees vulnerability as weakness but it takes strength and courage to be vulnerable
So true!
He is a gentleman through and through. He avoided naming the one person who hurt him the most for so many years
My beautiful Daughter was bullied in School for various reasons and she found solace with Gabriel and his kind comedy. Thankyou for interviewing him and Thankyou Sir for saving my Daughter with your Angelic Wings Of Humor!
All the very best for you and your daughter 🙏
I hope she's in a better place in her life! Its never easy when you're being bullied! Its tough as a parent to see them go through that....to know what do for them.
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Fluffy is one of the few funny people who is also a storyteller.
Truly insightful compassionate deep and wise
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Also a heavy drinker according to his stories. Him and his friend, Martin, his drinking buddy, had some wild times. Is he still part of your inner circle? I'm really curious as to who the people are you had to remove from your life?
@@patriciaceja6112 He is no longer with Frankie's Mom, and Frankie's asked him to not joke about him anymore. He still calls Frankie son, and I don't know if his Mom was toxic, b
@@patriciaceja6112 He broke up with Frankie's Mom. I don't know if she was toxic, but they are broken up.
Also, Frankie's asked him to not joke about him, but they are still Dad and Son.
I wish Gabriel can give himself all the love he has in his huge heart, that he enjoys his freedom, that he travels, that he starts taking care of his heart, body and soul. He deserves so much joy!
I never felt enough either and was always a people pleaser until i reached the age 39 - present. Learning and growing and starting to love me for first.
Here at 45 learning about it on theraphy and still on the process
The verbiage in this post is EXACTLY how I say it in my head. At 58 I finally love me and I’m healing from my childhood trauma. 🙏🏾❤
After 27 and a bad relationship. I hit a pretty low point in my life.
I smoked weed one night and got super high, but through that I got my epiphany. I finally realized how am I supposed help others if I can't help myself first. Up to that point I thought I was unloveable, then I realized how am I supposed to love someone else when I can't love myself first.
Always take care of your needs first. You can't help others if you can't help yourself first. The way I put it nowadays is, how do you take care of someone else when you yourself are sick. You need to take care of your needs first before helping/loving others.
You are Kenough. Lame joke aside, kudos on your journey.
I feel sad to know i wasted all those years feeling like that only into my 40’s i realize what really matters.
This man is so humble and down to earth. Very smart dude.
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I love how Lewis has been an absolute gentleman, w grace, attention, listening to his guests, not interrupting while they’re speaking or divert from topic, sharing his experience and just being present for them, no drama.. excellent interview 👏👏👏👏👏👏
Thank you so much for your feedback 🙂
Totally agree❤
I'm so glad Gabriel didn't retire 😊 But if he was to, then I wish him all the happiness in the world.
21:47 In the garden of the soul, self-love blooms,
Nourishing the spirit, dispelling gloom.
With gentle care, we tend its flame,
Embracing worthiness, without shame.
I’m Mexican and I LOVE it when Non-Mexican people speak Spanish, love the culture, respect it and embrace it. It makes me so proud of my solid root that I feel very lucky to have so good for you Lewis!
Yeah we don’t feel that way .. that was odd. Maybe he was being sarcastic.
@@debdebcastillo6600he was kidding
What's better is when mexicans try to embrace their native NAHUATL tongue by learning and preserving it!!
When I identify myself as Venezuelan and they hear my accent, it’s ok, but I don’t do that anymore. If I say United States citizen, I might get complimented on my Spanish, but some, they pull back. I feel it. I spent a lot of years in Caracas before everything went down the hole of communist dicKtatorship. Sometimes I dream of getting a tattoo of Venezuela where my heart is. Thank you to those who allow us to use our Spanish!
❤❤❤ thank you, I am a non Hispanic person who speaks Spanish (albeit not very well), my argentinian soul sister says I have a latina soul and it is the biggest compliment 🙏❤️
Loved the statement: "A bad day for the ego, is a great day for the soul"
Mad respect, Gabriel. Just a real guy struggling through life like all of us! I love when people just open up and are real.
Empathetic ppl 🙋🏿♀️ are guilty of giving way too much. We have big/beautiful hearts ❤❤❤
True. Altruist here.
And it's also the fact that we live in a narcissistic society, everyone is okay with getting from you, but not willing to give to you, when you are "giving", so it's a learning part on ourselves too, even when it hurts not to give, because then we keep feeding on the narcissism
Sadly there are too many that take advantage of it.
I'm so proud of Gabriel. What an inspiration 👏
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
@@lewishowes I had no idea that you went through so much adversity growing up. My heart aches to know that. But how wonderful it is to see you on the other side of it all ❤️ Congratulations, Lewis.
He is the best, humble, honest, respectful, generous and very funny! He's the only one who can talk about different ethnicities without offending them.
I tryed last year so I'm throwing it out there again fluffyyy!!!!! Can I get some tickets my birthday is 20th of may I want to see you in concert I just can't afford them please please I'll work for them❤
47 years old and still trying to learn this myself.
Hearing some people speak out and realizing The Human Side of who they are can I have major effects on people
I think we all deal with that in some way. I'm dealing with it and it has been a process. I see every mistake ....
Love Fluffy, but now I love Gabriel more! I understand your struggles, and it is real so real.. just like you said, "Be patient" with yourself, with your learning, it isn't easy but the end result is sooo worth it. Long live Gabriel Iglesias!
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Exactly what I’m thinking atm! Gracias Gabriel, tus palabras nos llegan a algunos en momento super clave.
When Gabriel said, "Nothing comes quick that is worth anything.", it really hit home for me for it was an example of how much I have struggled throughout life. And, that quote also showed that at 47 Gabriel still respects and honors the struggle when moving through life.
Gabriel, the best thing in your life is you, honesty. I like you, man.❤❤❤
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
GABRIEL!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
NOTHING BUT LOVE AND APPRECIATION TO YOU!!!
HUGS AND SUPPORT FOREVER!!!
#sometimesyoujustgottalaugh
Thank you Mr. Fluffy for all the joy and laughter please don’t stop.
Thank you so much for watching!
Gabriel is the most gentle, warm and incredible person ever. I wish I could give him a hug 🫂 💖
Not having peace to understand having peace. I have lived that! So true!
As a therapist I really enjoyed this specific pod it was so real and helpful. Loads of therapeutic questions and responce. PS Gabriel it rocked to see YOU. ❤
Glad you found it helpful! Thank you for tuning in🧡
@@lewishowes it was more about how helpful it would be to the public to hear a very famous person talk so openly about peraonal insecurity. Super helpful.
You can never go wrong with dogs 💓💓 My dogs make me the happiest person ever, I’ll gladly spend my time with them over most people!
It’s ok to take a break Fluff! And come back healthier and stronger 💪🏼
Gabriel,
Your fans will love and honor you forever. You’re genuinely funny, you’re a gifted storyteller, and most importantly you’re not vulgar. You present yourself with dignity and respect and I love that about your shows 🥰
he says no bad words it's appropriate for younger child
FLUFFY!! 😆 Oh this is definitely going to be a good one. Can't wait!
Edit: After watching in full: Yup! 😎 Just as I thought, this one was, in fact, a really good one. I love Gabriel's humanity and realness. He doesn't try to pass himself off as being better than anybody, he's a person just like anybody else, who's overcome many trials in life. 🤟
I hope you didn´t get disaponited, I´m sure not .... even I didn´t expect some parts it was great to know another side of this good men
* laughs * I've yet to get through it all. So far I'm loving it! 😄 I love listening to people get real. Underneath it all, a celebrity is just a person, with their own ups and downs. Gabriel is just that much cooler for his humanity. 🫶
Thank you for showing Gabriel in this light. He’s a beautiful soul.
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
You’re a beautiful soul too. God bless
I love what he said about his dogs. They are pure love, the kind that awaits us in heaven ❤️
fluffy is the kind of person who tells stories that you never get tired of listening whether it is happy or sad.
Absolutely!
Wow, I knew i liked Gabriel Iglesias! He's the kind of person you'd want as a friend. 😊
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Gabriel your authenticity is inspiring! I was struck deeply by the comment about being to comfortable. My physical body is very similar to yours and I to know that changing some habits would help me feel better in my skin. But I don’t do those things because they are uncomfortable and because I don’t want to do them alone. How can we make being healthy as much fun as eating donuts?? Love you and thank you so much for all you do!!
Thank you for watching🧡
I was raised to be a people pleaser and I’ve been to therapy about it. Still have issues with mean, narcissistic individuals because I’m not one and trying to move past them (cause I work with them) is tough. Still looking for complete inner peace.
Fluffy, I lost my bff after 23 years. She was like a sister and we did everything together. She chose to leave the relationship because I “didn’t understand her anymore.” Hurt like hell for years, but I discovered that forgiving and moving on and thinking about my own well-being was more important. “Cleaning house” does help. Wish you nothing but the best always because I use your videos to get me through MY tough times. Unity through laughter always!❤
Don ever forget what role forgiveness plays in our cheezy little drama shows we produce, direct and star in. K
It’s such an interesting perspective to see Gabriel interviewed and it not be about comedy. It was nice to see him open up and be vulnerable.
I just saw Gabriel last night in Lexington and he killed it! Love you Fluffy!!
"..it feels like love at the moment, but I'm hurting myself!"
I'm so glad he said earlier he thinks these conversations are important, to be vulnerable, because you can't always vent out. For him I can see how much this meant and so im so glad. He deserves it.
Gosh, his friends need to be sitting and listening to this and giving him the encouragement he needs just as he's asked for!! Good friends do keep you accountable. Thanks for sharing Gabriel, people need to feel comfortable talking about the challenges in life, so they can hold peace and all of life's hardships in their heart at the one time, these emotions are beyond words.
Fluffy has been always a very real and very kind person is why we love him
Thanks for being here!
@@lewishowes❤
Sure thing! When it comes to mental health, it's essential to prioritize self-care and seek support when needed. Taking care of our emotional well-being is just as important as taking care of our physical health. It's normal to face challenges and experience ups and downs, but remember that you're not alone.
My respect for Lewis gained incredibly much in this interview by far.. why, because he had the courage to genuinly care for Gabriels well being. It was tense, but came from a place of love. Thank you Lewis for showing us true compassion and taking that courage to do so.
Thank you so much for your feedback 🙂
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Thanks, Gabriel. You have shared the "Real You"as well as the "Fluffy" you, and it is appreciated. Many of us appreciate your comedy, but your willingness to "dive deep" and let us hear from your inner self is the VERY best! I can certainly see why your animals love you and how you love them. Keep on Keeping On. We are with you all the way. GREAT and INSPIRING interview.
So happy this inspired you!
Gabriel Iglesias is my favorite comedian and I’m looking forward to enjoying his next piece of art.
Thanks for being brave Gabriel ❤we love YOU ❤
“Healthy people ask for what they need.”😊
Any one who loves animals is a treasure 💖💐☺️
I thank him for his honesty. Come on papi, keep it up!!!!! You deserve better.
Thank you for allowing access to your inner thoughts and struggles. Thank you for being so candid.
Welcome to being a true human being, life is hard. 💜
A good interviewer lets the subject speak.
I loved listening to this great storyteller!
🦾to your growth Gabriel!! This will save lives!!
Gabriel is so relatable. I felt that. ❤ What a great human who brings so much joy to others.
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MY husband doesn't speak english....but he's always watching a FLUFFY video...he doesn't understand THE Words...but he gets something out OF it...happiness...I❤ FLUFFY
It breaks my heart to see him in pain especially since he spreads so much happiness and light to all of us
Your honesty and sensitivity guys made me cry.
He mentions family along with friends and coworkers! I'm thankful for the validation.
I love Gabriel!!! Fluffy!!!! My kid and I watch all of his stuff. This interview is great!!!
Thank you for talking about mental health. ☺
Thank you! Appreciate you for tuning in!
I've been watching Gabriel since before the onset of his 'career'. Weight up weight down, seen him in person and up close talked to him, had a picture taken with him in Florida a very sweet personable young man, about 12 years ago now. Looks like the struggle with weight has returned. I pray he has not had any additional health issues confront him that caused that. Too many Great Comics have lost their lives due to health issues. I'm pretty sure those that adore him and his genius as a comedian want him with us for many years to come❤
Great interview! BTW… we, Mexicans, do APPRECIATE when people try and speak our language!
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
I relate to Gabriel about giving and giving and giving and nothing in return. I need to learn to say no and not feel bad about it. TY ❤
Living with gratitude and patience and service. ✍️🙏
So true for me too... the things we hide under loughs and smiles! Gratitude, service and journaling are goooooood.
The eyes are a tell. Gabriels' eyes have a life in them that wasn't there before. It's encouraging to see.
Thanks for having "Fluffy" on your show Lewis, great interview!
Thank you so much for watching!
My bro & I grew up watching his Stand Up. Happy he’s so successful
@Lewis， thank you for being vulnerable. I felt your vulnerability, genuine emotion towards Gabriel. It was very heartfelt that you want to support your guest. This is one of my top favorite interviews for sure.
@Gabriel, thank you for being you and bring joy to us. As much as I enjoyed your presence, I want you to feel loved and love yourself too. Sending you hugs and positive energy. You deserve the love from others too.
Appreciate you and your support🧡
we get to see GABRIEL, not Fluffy, we see GABRIEL.
The human side, the emotional side, the vulnerable side. People tend to hype up celebrities and well known people and put them on pedestals to make you feel they are untouchable but Gabriel has for YEARS always put himself at level with everyone else. I know he is no fool in knowing how well know he is BUT he doesn't let that get to his head.
Thank you for this video cause when it comes to stars, we don't hear alot of about their own mental health and the fact you were able to tap into area he probably hasn't talked about in YEARS, show the tenderness and heart you have for people.
5 STAR video!
It’s so heartwarming to hear that someone famous and inspiring like Gabriel have had the same struggles like oneself and that I’m not alone.
I also was/still working on my people pleasing tendencies and that I had struggled with the guilt feeling so I stayed in a relationship that I wasn’t happy in for 5 years until finally 6 months ago something changed inside me and I started to put myself first! And it has been a bliss since 😇😊
Thank yoy for this amazing conversation. It did resonate with me so much 🤍
that's why he is relateable
Gabriel is the best and most funny comedian in the world!!!!
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Probably one of the best interviews i have heard in a long time. How he revealed some issues in his personal life shows it's not all glamorous being famous. I give a lot of kudos to Gabriel opening up and the same to a great interviewer.
Thank you for taking the time out of your day to check out the interview! So glad you enjoyed it.
I met Fluffy at the Ontario Improv back in 2009-2010ish I think and this was before he blew up on the comedy scene and became a Netflix regular. He's one of the nicest people I've ever met and after his show, he went outside to hang out with everyone. Thank you for sharing this interview ❤🙏🏻
You're welcome,thank you for tuning in 🧡
Gabriel, tu vida es un regalo para todos nosotros. Te amamos - y a tus perros! Cuido de perros en mi casa gracias a todo lo que aprendí con otro grande: Cesar Millán, y nunca más miré hacia atrás. Soy enormemente orgullosa por ser latina gracias a almas como las de ustedes. Tu madre te mira desde arriba y sonríe día y noche. Lo sé porque también soy madre de 3 hombres que son mi vida. Claudia de Atlanta (originalmente de Buenos Aires).
Gabriel is one of my all-time favorite comedians. I appreciate him taking the time to let us know he's real. Love you Fluffy! ❤
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17:46 - Vulnerability, being vulnerable is scary that someone can use it against you - yes HOWEVER, being vulnerable helps you inside so much that those ppl that try to USE it, it doesn’t even bother you. You can grow to respond and not react. When you can wait for a response, you don’t have the immediate rage or hurt like when we react. It’s essential to be vulnerable. Thank you both for having a REAL and open, vulnerable conversation. ❤
You're welcome! Appreciate you for tuning in!
Lewis is such a great interviewer! He always ask such great questions and makes his guest not feel uncomfortable during the tuff moments.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Robin Williams spoke the same truth. He said that there are times when he didnt feel like "being on!"
I love Fluffy and Gabriel even more!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you, Gabriel, for your authenticity. Feels like listening to an old friend. So glad for your growth and sharing.
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Losing weight goes best by just going out for a walk regularly. Slowly increasing the distance. I come at 20km weekly and that lost more than 50kg.
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I lost 70lbs by doing exactly this
Exercise is great for your health but you will not loose weight by just exercising
@@davidorduno2968 at his large weight, it will make a big difference especially at the beginning.
Some days I look and it says 5 miles 😅 I’m too skinny now. Peaking sucks.
I respect Fluffy. Mr Gabriel Iglesias you are so open. I appreciate you more than you will ever know
Appreciate you for being here 🧡
Love seeing Gabriel on the show! I remember meeting him in state line 20 years ago at a gas station and he was and is the sweetest human being! Seeing him live many times over the years has been a highlight of my life!
Thank you so much for watching!
Fluffy is the 1st stand up comedian that I actually enjoy immensely and is the first comedian to really really make me laugh. That's not an easy thing as I don't generally let myself feel too much to the best of my ability. But I actually can relate to many of the things he puts out. I love that he did this talk. Mental health is such a huge part of life and not many people are willing to talk about it. Thank you for this and thank you Fluffy for being real and showing others that life can be comedic.
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Gabriel describing what greatness is... He was describing himself!
Fluffy you are great. Love yourself more, get healthy. ❤
I love you Gabriel, I saw your show when you came to Lynden,Washington fair. You were the biggest act to hit the stage. I took my little Mexican mama and she loved it. It was extra special for us because you were my baby sisters favorite. Sha passed away before being able to see you on stage. So the whole family went in memorial of my sister. She was in her 40s when she passed 8 years ago but she's always my baby sister. ❤
Gabe... we love you. If we can help you get through something, then just drop in on us... When you take the stage, you take us, no matter wher it goes.
We love you Gabriel/Fluffy! Te deseo lo mejor porque tú nos brindas sólo alegría, diversión con mucha calidad humana!
Thanks for being here!
Time is precious and unretrievable! Great to hear him basically say that. Gabriel is a real person with real challenges that he’s struggling to get through but persevering like a champ 💥🤙👊
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I would love to see him in just the daily life. Vlogging, "Life with Gabe". Such a humble, real person.
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
Gabriel, we love and support you.
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
Thanks for being honest about your life lewis. That people pleasing is a mother, you see how much people change when you wake up to their games.
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
Never thought I would see this side of Gabriel, but I did and I’m glad I did… he’s so real for this. Respect🤝🏾💯
So glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate you for watching.
We love you, Sr. Gabriel Iglesias. Te queremos.
Lewis 44:28 "A bad day for the ego is a great day for the soul" - love this ❤
Wow!!! All I could say from watching this interview.... Preach Brother, PREACH!!!! Gabriel is on point about past pain, healing and moving forward. Ugly Truths helps you to be better. Love how honest and humble this interview is.
Thank you for taking the time out of your day to check out the interview! So glad you enjoyed it🧡
You often find comedians are on a high when performing but also experience great lows when away from the stage.
So true about saying things outloud. Its almost like taking a load off of your shoulders and realizing that you are still alive after admitting your weaknesses. Make sense? Now if only we actually took our own advice...
48:00 “it helps more than it hurts” love. ❤
I love this guy. He cheers me up and makes me laugh no end.
Sending love and happiness all the way from North Wales, part of the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️
Thank you for being here 🧡