Episode Details

Michael Ashcroft on Getting Lost and The Joys of Dad Life

Episode 204 Published 8 months, 3 weeks ago

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