I chat with Michael on parenting, getting lost, the pathless path, hustle culture, travel, and more. This is his 4th appearance on the show.

Find more about Michael here: https://michaelashcroft.com/
Or explore his writings on expanded awareness: https://expandingawareness.org/

• (00:00) - Introduction / Teaser
• (01:39) - Introduction and Missing Guest
• (02:28) - Podcast Plans and Initial Banter
• (02:49) - Reflecting on Past Conversations
• (03:38) - The Journey of Self-Employment
• (12:12) - Life Updates and Health Challenges
• (16:05) - Parenting Reflections and Future Plans
• (19:38) - Balancing Work and Family Life
• (23:58) - Navigating Challenges and Personal Growth
• (30:02) - The Role of Fathers and Emotional Resilience
• (33:35) - The Impact of Miscarriages and Moving Forward
• (36:47) - Reflecting on a Challenging Project
• (38:17) - Book Sales and Audience Insights
• (39:57) - Future Plans and Creative Inspiration
• (40:51) - The State of Online Creation
• (50:21) - AI and Its Impact on Creativity
• (01:00:04) - Balancing Work, Family, and Creativity
• (01:05:26) - Fun and Games: Dictator or Hustle Bro?
• (01:08:26) - Concluding Thoughts and Future Outlook

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