Louis Tomlinson, former member of One Direction - one of the most successful and era-defining bands in history, opens up about X Factor fame, the band’s split, the loss of Liam Payne, fatherhood, grief, and life after global superstardom for the first time, revealing the highs and lows that defined his journey.As a solo artist, Louis has released two chart-topping albums, amassed over 4.5 billion streams, and recently dropped his new single “Lemonade” ahead of his upcoming album “How Did I Get Here?”. Beyond music, he’s carved his own path as the founder of the self-curated Away From Home Festival and the unisex streetwear label 28 Clothing.In this powerful, candid conversation, he reveals:◼️How he finds strength through loss, following the deaths of his mother, younger sister, and former bandmate, Liam Payne.◼️How he rebuilt his self-worth after feeling like he wasn’t good enough◼️Why a promise to his mother still drives everything he does today◼️Why becoming a father changed how he sees life, pressure, and legacy◼️His journey re-defining success and identity after reaching the pinnacle of the music&nbsp; industry.◼️His upcoming album, 'How Did I Get Here', and his newfound happiness as inspiration.(00:00) Intro(03:40) Your Mother's Role in Your Life(04:27) Louis' Siblings(05:21) Do You Think Fame Changed You?(11:29) Boot Camp(13:16) Reflecting on One Direction(17:44) Having the Confidence to Push Back Against the Record Label(26:29) Relationship With Alcohol(28:12) What Advice Would You Give Your Younger Self?(29:42) Feeling Like the Weak Link in the Band(33:23) Solo Record Label After the Band Split Up(34:34) The Impact of Your Success on Your Family(37:46) Zayn's Decision to Leave the Band(41:41) Grieving the End of One Direction(42:28) The Meeting That Ended the Band(45:10) Career Decline After One Direction(48:01) Dealing With Comparing the Past to Now(54:09) Ads(56:11) Balancing Career and Personal Life(57:22) Your Mother's Death(59:40) Finding Out Your Mum Was Sick(1:02:38) Going on Stage After Your Mum’s Death(1:06:45) Advice for People With Grief(1:09:15) Experience With Anxiety(1:10:47) Remembering Louis’ Sister(1:11:18) Moving Through Grief(1:18:31) Felicite's Struggles(1:20:42) Why He Doesn't Speak About These Tragedies Often(1:25:38) Your Relationship With Liam Payne(1:29:41) Liam's Death(1:39:43) Challenge With Having Children When Famous(1:44:08) Ads(1:45:16) Louis’ New Music(1:47:46) How Much Does Love Come Into Your Album?(1:50:01) Where Are You on Your Journey of Happiness?Follow Louis:&nbsp;Instagram - <a class="link" href="https://bit.ly/3KG2uDG" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/3KG2uDG</a>&nbsp;X - <a class="link" href="https://bit.ly/435ovlC" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/435ovlC</a>&nbsp;Facebook - <a class="link" href="https://bit.ly/47aMx14" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/47aMx14</a>&nbsp;TikTok - <a class="link" href="https://bit.ly/48lj1qu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/48lj1qu</a>YouTube - <a class="link" href="https://bit.ly/4q0bh3q" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/4q0bh3q</a>&nbsp;You can listen to Louis’ new music, here:Lemonade Out Now - <a class="link" href="https://bit.ly/3KWsBX0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/3KWsBX0</a>&nbsp;How Did I Get Here? - Album out 23rd January - <a class="link" href="https://bit.ly/3WpcAeH" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/3WpcAeH</a>&nbsp;US + EU + UK Tour - On sale Friday 10th October - <a class="link" href="https://bit.ly/4o9psSd" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/4o9psSd</a>&nbsp;The Diary Of A CEO:◼️Join DOAC circle here - <a class="link" href="https://doaccircle.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://doaccircle.com/</a>&nbsp;◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - <a class="link" href="https://smarturl.it/DOACbook" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://smarturl.it/DOACbook</a>&nbsp;◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: <a class="link" href="https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt</a>&nbsp;◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): <a class="link" href="https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb</a>&nbsp;◼️Get email updates - <a class="link" href="https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt</a>&nbsp;◼️Follow Steven - <a class="link" href="https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb</a>&nbsp;Sponsors:&nbsp;1Password - Find out more at <a class="link" href="https://1password.com/doac" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://1password.com/doac</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;   SimpliSafe - <a class="link" href="https://simplisafe.com/DOAC" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://simplisafe.com/DOAC</a> to save 50% on a SimpliSafe home security system.Adobe Express - <a class="link" href="http://adobe.ly/STEVEN" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">http://ADOBE.LY/STEVEN</a>

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