Mike‘s Search For Meaning

Michael DeSanti is the author of New Man Emerging and is now the host of the Lessons for Luca Podcast. He is also the owner of Authentic Self Healing LLC, a mens’ fulfillment coaching company. As a Transformation Trainer and author, Michael is committed to inspiring men to live lives of purpose and fulfillment. You can connect with Mike DeSanti on: Website: https://newmanemerging.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mike_desanti/ To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Carl Jung's philosophy

Derek Sivers, known for insightful writings, challenges beliefs on money, work, and life. Topics cover reframing beliefs, lucid dreaming, identity, financial security, parenting balance, creative solutions, and philosophies of life. Discussions explore meaningful places, life's interpretation, and blending philosophies through a musical metaphor. Sivers emphasizes networking, global connections, and an upcoming book release.

Kim is the co-author of Compassionate Conversations: How to Speak and Listen from the Heart with Diane Musho Hamilton and Gabriel Wilson. With a background in conflict resolution, law and philosophy, Kim supports individuals and groups as a coach and facilitator. She also is a guide in meditation and yoga where she lives on Kaua'i, Hawai'i. Her past work includes mediation and conflict facilitation, peacebuilding research and policy development for the United Nations, international NGOs and universities, and a short stint as a lawyer in London and Singapore. Find out more at kimberlyloh.com Additionally, I donate to and raise awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode. This episode, the organization is called The Maui Strong Fund from the Hawaii Community Foundation. Please take the time to donate at least $1. The Maui Strong Fund is providing financial resources to support the immediate and long-term recovery needs for the people and places affected by the devastating Maui wildfires. You can connect with Kim on: Website: https://kimberlyloh.com/ Book: Compassionate Conversations: https://www.amazon.com/Compassionate-Conversations-Speak-Listen-Heart-ebook/dp/B07XXBJNH1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgzwvvtW9ZOTesp7ssU6JFQ/featured LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-loh/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thekimloh Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekimloh/ To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Compassionate Conversations: How to Speak and Listen from the Heart Charles Eisenstein Diane Musho Hamilton Invictus (2009) Gabe Wilson Ken Wilber - Integral Theory Sapiens - Yuval Noah Harari  Bernie Glassman

Andrew is the co-founder and CEO of Tribute.co, a platform with 5,000,000+ users that The New Yorker hails as “Hallmark 2.0.” The business was recently ranked #256 on the INC500 list of the fastest growing companies in the country. Previously, Andrew started an award winning non-profit venture called Dreams for Kids DC.   In addition to starting companies, Andrew is a leadership coach who advises mission driven CEO’s from companies like TOMS shoes, Hinge and Casper. He is also a trained communication strategist who frequently coaches his clients on the creation of TED talks, core-messaging architecture and investor presentations. In 2017, Andrew started the Junto, A leadership community built for the exploration of modern masculinity and personal transformation. He currently leads quarterly men’s retreats and hosts a year long mastermind for executives who are serious about personal growth.   Andrew has been featured on TED.com, frequently speaks for Fortune500 companies and top-tier conferences like Summit Series and Conscious Capitalism on Relational Leadership. He is a proud papa to Hiro, loving partner to Mel and probably day dreaming about surfing in Costa Rica as you read this. Additionally, I donate to and raise awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode. This episode, the organization is called So Kids SOAR. Please take the time to donate at least $1. So Kids SOAR provides free adaptive athletic, recreational, and skill-building activities that empower youth with physical and developmental disabilities to Strive, Own, Achieve, and Realize their potential. You can connect with Andrew on: Website: https://www.itsandrewhorn.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO4ksrKlp-2wTibMzzr-LIw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewhorn/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itsandrewhorn/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsandrewhorn/ To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Sapiens - Yuval Noah Harari Gay Hendricks Brene Brown Junto Emotion Wheel Conscious Leadership Group Byron Katie Lauren Zander Gestalt Therapy Iron John - Robert Bly The Will to Change - bell hooks Tristan Harris John Wineland David Deida

Janet spent her career as a highly accomplished human resources executive with over 30 years of experience in the entertainment industry. Her passion for empowering creative individuals to reach their full potential both personally and professionally has been a driving force throughout her career. Throughout her tenure, Janet has held a variety of leadership roles, including corporate training, executive coaching, and troubleshooting for the C-suite. She also served as an Instructor at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in Los Angeles, where she shared her expertise with the next generation of industry professionals. Janet's dedication to giving back is evident in her extensive volunteer work in the non-profit sector. She focused on helping women and children in need, including working with orphans, training abused and battered women to re-enter the workforce, and coaching troubled youth for higher Education. Currently, Janet is making a tremendous impact as part of The Unstoppable Foundation team. She is thrilled to be working every day to bring sustainable solutions to poverty and improve the lives of families in Kenya. Janet has embedded a commitment to a healthy lifestyle throughout all her achievements and takes great joy in living clean. Above all, Janet lives by her mantra of "family first." Her greatest joy comes from being a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.   Additionally, I’ll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode now. This episode, the organization is called The Unstoppable Foundation. Please take the time to donate at least $1. The Unstoppable Foundation is tackling poverty and building thriving communities in Kenya and rural Africa. It’s an incredible cause to support. You can connect with Janet and The Unstoppable Foundation on: Website: https://unstoppablefoundation.org/ Facebook: UnstoppableFoundation Twitter: @UnstoppableFNDN Instagram: @unstoppable_foundation To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Episode 77 of Mike’s Search for Meaning with Janet Driver Boundaries - Henry Cloud Chicken Soup for the Soul Cynthia Kersey Never Go Back - Henry Cloud Bob Proctor  David Meltzer Jack Canfield Lisa Nichols

Dr. Haley Perlus has a PhD in sport psychology, is a certified coach and fitness professional and is an entrepreneur. With her knowledge and personal experience as an elite athlete and overall wellness enthusiast, Haley provides her clients with the necessary tools to achieve their highest level of performance quickly and consistently. Dr. Perlus first aspired toward a career in sport psychology as a 12-year-old junior champion athlete. Within one year of earning her doctorate, she became a professor, public speaker, published author, consultant to national team and division I scholarship athletes and was appointed an industry leader. She works with individuals and teams in sports, business and wellness to manage and expand their performance capacity while increasing energy, resilience, focus, belief and drive. As a content creator, presenter and advisor, Dr Perlus has worked with many recognized brands including Johnson & Johnson, the U.S. Ski Team, Ironman, ESPN, CU Buffaloes, Marriott, U.S. Air Force, NASA, Thrive Magazine, BeachBody, IDEA Fitness, Starbucks, Deloitte and Spartan Podcast. She is the author of the #1 new released book, Personal Podium:how to use your mind to maximize your potential. Dr. Perlus earned her PhD at the University of Northern Colorado, her MS at the University of Florida and her bachelor’s degree at the University of Western Ontario. Haley loves to participate in all water and mountain sports. Her favorite meal is anything that requires only chopping or blending.   Additionally, I’ll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode now. This episode, the organization is called Safe House Project. Please take the time to donate at least $1. Safe House Project is an organization whose mission is to end and eradicate human trafficking, and to bring hope, freedom and a future to trafficking survivors. You can connect with Haley on: Website: https://drhaleyperlus.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhaleyperlus/ Her new book, Personal Podium: https://www.amazon.com/Personal-Podium-Maximize-Potential-Sport/dp/0988631938 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8cH78p4ZaR_F-S7iLSE0PQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-haley-perlus-33ab2219/ To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Personal Podium: How to Use Your Mind to Maximize Your Potential in Sport and Life Simon Sinek

Lindsey Lewis is an international Life + Business coach with over a decade of experience helping women and a few good men across the world create more success and happiness. Her work has helped hundreds of women over the years. She has appeared on Roundhouse Radio, Breakfast Television, and the cover of WHERE Magazine. She’s been a featured speaker at numerous places including The University of British Columbia, Simon Fraser University, The Vancouver Business Network, and FuturPreneur Canada. She also: made only 8K her first year of business, has been deeply challenged by anxiety and at times depression, and is a mamma trying to make it all work. Can you relate? For more on Lindsey head over to imlindseylewis.com or find her on Instagram @imlindseylewis Additionally, I’ll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode now. This episode, the organization is called Red Cross. Please take the time to donate at least $1. These contributions go a long way in supporting those who have been affected by disasters. You can connect with Lindsey on: Website: http://imlindseylewis.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imlindseylewis To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: The Way of Integrity - Martha Beck What to Do When it's Your Turn - Seth Godin The Surrender Experiment - Michael A. Singer Letters from Love - Flavia Zenari The Art of New Creation - Jeremy Begbie The Soul of Money - Lynne Twist Overcoming Underearning - Barbara Stanny Martha Beck Jonny Roman Robert Holden Liz Gilbert Byron Katie - The Work  

Rosi Greenberg, an Artist of Leadership Development, has spent 15 years fostering a more connected, humane, and creative organizational landscape. Rosi is the founder and CEO of Drawn to Lead, through which she offers bespoke workshops and retreats that empower thousands of leaders to unleash their narratives and find their inner strength. Her book, "Everyone Has a Sam: Meeting the Inner Critic and Re-Writing the Rules," tackles imposter syndrome through Rosi’s own vulnerable personal story, life-changing strategies, and tender, inspiring illustrations. Rosi specializes in supporting people to connect more deeply to themselves and others. Rosi holds a Master's in Public Policy from the Harvard Kennedy School with a certificate in Management, Leadership and Decision Sciences, and a BA in Anthropology from Brown University. Rosi weaves together her expertise in Adaptive Leadership, Public Narrative, Internal Family Systems, Immunity to Change, Shadow Work and the creative arts to offer individual and group healing with a systemic lens. Her clients include Mobilize Recovery, The Mission Continues, SAFE Project, Intrepid Philanthropy, MIT Sloan Business School, Harvard Medical School, McKinsey, Gensler Inc, Fidelity Investments, and more. Rosi has also been an Artist in Residence at Foundation House and the extremely selective Artist Residency Thailand. In addition to her transformational workshops and retreat facilitation, Rosi helps teams vision, see connections, and document gatherings through her stunning visual scribing.  Rosi champions empathy as the paramount leadership skill for today's world. Her work bridges artistry and leadership, and nurtures profound professional connections. Originally from Philadelphia PA, Rosi now lives in the sunny foothills of Boulder Colorado. Additionally, I donate to and raise awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode. This episode, we actually have TWO wonderful organizations: Recovery Advocacy Project and SAFE Project. Please take the time to donate at least $1. These are impactful causes that shift stigma around addiction, supporting recovery and mental health. You can connect with Rosi on: Website: https://www.drawntolead.org/ and https://www.rosigreenberg.com/ Book: Everyone Has a Sam: Meeting the Inner Critic and Re-Writing the Rules LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosi-greenberg-65831722/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drawntolead.art/?hl=es-la To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: The Body Is Not an Apology - Sonya Renee Taylor Scan Alert - Jessica Fernz Big Magic - Elizabeth Gilbert Eat, Pray, Love - Elizabeth Gilbert Adrienne Maree Brown Simon Sinek Gay Hendricks Brené Brown Internal Family Systems

Bestselling author and entrepreneur Seth Godin discusses embracing challenges, perseverance in creative work, authenticity, overcoming resistance, and the power of a smaller audience. He also explores optimism, belief in humanity, and redefining climate change solutions, inspiring listeners to awaken to responsibility and personal growth.

Eric Nehrlich is an executive coach who helps leaders have more impact by drawing on his 25 years of experience in the tech industry. He loves to identify and challenge mindsets and habits that hold people back from their next level of leadership.    Before becoming a coach, Eric spent ten years as an engineer and product manager across several startups before joining Google, eventually leading business strategy and operations for the Google Search Ads team for six years as Chief of Staff. He published his first book in 2023, You Have A Choice: Beyond Hard Work to Meaningful Impact, which he wrote to share the principles and mindsets that have helped him and his clients with a wider audience.   Additionally, I’ll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest’s choice with each episode now. This episode, the organization is called Year Up. Any and all donations make a difference! You can connect with Eric on: Website: https://www.toomanytrees.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nehrlich/ His Book, You Have a Choice: https://www.amazon.com/You-Have-Choice-Beyond-Meaningful/dp/B0CM8P1SVX To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. https://calendly.com/mike-trugman/15min LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-trugman-37863246/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mytrugofchoice/?hl=en   Website - https://miketrugmancoaching.com/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUPyP3vEWc-oDlGASe2XIUg Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts! - https://podcasts.apple.com/vg/podcast/mike-s-search-for-meaning/id1593087650?utm_source=Mike+Trugman&utm_campaign=dcbd0b11b0-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_08_12_14&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_33d78ffe68-dcbd0b11b0-510678693   Resources/People Mentioned: Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman! - Richard P. Feynman The Soul of Money - Lynne Twist The Myth of Normal - Gabor Maté MD The Prosperous Coach - Steve Chandler The Polyvagal Theory - Stephen W. Porges PhD Waking the Tiger - Peter A. Levine Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers - Robert M. Sapolsky Tiny Habits - BJ Fogg PhD Atomic Habits - James Clear Power: A User's Guide - Julie Diamond Lost Connections - Johann Hari Coaches Rising - Podcast Internal Family Systems