Guest: Dr. Adam Dorsay

Guest Bio

Dr. Adam Dorsay is a licensed psychologist and executive coach in Silicon Valley, working with high-achieving adults. He hosts SuperPsyched, an award-winning podcast with over 200 episodes, and has delivered two TEDx Talks on men’s emotions and adult friendship. His bestselling book, SuperPsyched: Unleash the Power of the 4 Types of Connection, is available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Adam co-created a global resiliency program for Facebook and now consults for DigitalOcean. He’s been featured in the media and has spoken for Microsoft, LinkedIn, and the California Psychological Association. He lives with his wife, two young sons, and their therapy dog, Raffi.

Show Summary

What’s the real reason so many high-achieving people still feel disconnected and unfulfilled, despite success? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Adam Dorsay, licensed psychologist, executive coach to Silicon Valley leaders, and author of Super Psyched, unpacks the epidemic of disconnection and what it truly means to live a life of vitality. From redefining success through the Japanese concept of Ikigai, to the science of flow state, arguing well in relationships, and doing a time audit to reclaim your energy – this episode explores the four essential types of connection: to self, others, the world, and something greater. Whether you’re stuck in a job that drains you or searching for deeper meaning in midlife, Dr. Dorsay offers a roadmap for getting back to what lights you up, before it’s too late.

Chapters

00:00 – Intro: Why So Many Men Feel Disconnected
03:01 – What Disconnection Really Feels Like (And Why It’s Common)
07:10 – The Achievement Trap: Why Success Doesn’t Equal Fulfillment
09:45 – How the Ikigai Model Redefines True Success
14:03 – Why Connecting to Yourself Comes First
16:12 – Reclaiming Childhood Joy to Rediscover Purpose
18:40 – How to Do a Personal Time Audit (And Why It Changes Everything)
21:15 – Create More, Consume Less: The Cure for Disconnection
25:40 – How to Make a “Crap Job” Meaningful
28:18 – Connection Through Work: The “.edu” Mindset Shift
30:41 – How Relationships Reflect Your Inner State
37:00 – Friendship as a Lifeline for Emotional Health
39:14 – You’re More Than Your Job Title
41:05 – How to Know When It’s Time to Pivot
43:20 – The Power of Supportive Relationships When Making Big Life Changes
46:30 – Final Advice: Be Intentional With Your Time – It’s Running Out

Connect with Dr. Dorsay

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-dorsay-psyd-cpcc-a582a2/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradamdorsay/

Website: www.dradamdorsay.com

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Guest: Lucas Krump, Co-founder of EVRYMAN

Guest Bio

Lucas Krump is the Chief Growth Officer at EVRYMAN, dedicated to fostering men’s personal growth and emotional wellness. As co-founder and former CEO, he helped build EVRYMAN into a global community offering retreats, online programs, and a membership platform to enhance emotional intelligence. After a decade climbing the corporate ladder overseas, Lucas found success but lacked fulfillment. Seeking purpose, he co-founded EVRYMAN to empower men to live meaningful, connected lives. His journey of emotional maturity continues to shape him, and he remains committed to service and lifelong growth. EVRYMAN's work has been featured in The New York Times, GQ, and CBS Evening News.

Show Summary

At some point, every man realizes that the story he’s been telling himself no longer works. In this episode, Lucas Krump, co-founder of EVRYMAN, shares his wake-up call at 36—the moment he realized success, money, and status weren’t enough. He opens up about the emotional disconnection most men experience, why society has failed to teach men healthy ways to express emotions, and how building a community of men can be the key to breaking free. Lucas also dives into the deep-rooted shame, isolation, and internal struggles that hold men back, and what it truly means to redefine masculinity in today’s world. If you’ve ever felt stuck, emotionally drained, or unsure of what’s next, this episode is your guide to finding purpose, connection, and a new path forward.

Chapters

00:00 – Intro: Why Men Feel Disconnected & Lost

02:12 – Meet Lucas Krump: Co-Founder of EVRYMAN

05:27 – The Masculinity Crisis: What’s Really Happening?

08:55 – Lucas’s Wake-Up Call: When Success Didn’t Bring Happiness

13:20 – Why High-Achievers Struggle with Emotional Connection

17:48 – The Lie Men Believe About Success & Fulfillment

21:33 – How Shame & Childhood Conditioning Shape Masculinity

25:05 – Why Most Men Don’t Have Deep Friendships

29:42 – The Power of Emotional Honesty & Vulnerability

34:11 – Why Therapy Alone Isn’t Enough for Most Men

38:26 – The EVRYMAN Experience: How Men Find Real Connection

42:50 – Practical Steps to Build Emotional Strength & Community

46:39 – Lucas Krump’s Biggest Advice for Men Right Now

49:55 – Closing Thoughts & How to Take Action

Connect with Lucas

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucaskrum
• Instagram: @evryman

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Guest Bio

Jerrid Sebesta is the creator of Life-Undeferred, a platform dedicated to helping people unlock their dream life. He is a transformational speaker, coach, and Amazon best-selling author of "Life-Undeferred: How to Unlock the Dream Life Already Inside." Before moving back to the Willmar area in 2014, he was a TV meteorologist for 12 years in several top-20 markets including Phoenix and Minnesota's KARE11. Jerrid believes we're called to step into our most authentic selves, shining light on the world around us.

Show Summary

You’ve built the career, the family, the life you always thought you wanted — so why do you still feel unfulfilled? In this episode, Jerrid Sebesta, former TV meteorologist turned keynote speaker and author of Life Undeferred, shares his midlife wake-up call and the one mindset shift that changed everything. From burnout and success traps to discovering true purpose beyond the grind, Jerrid reveals why most people feel stuck in midlife and how to break free. If you’ve ever asked yourself, "Is this really it?" — this conversation is for you. Learn how to stop chasing empty goals, redefine success, and make your second half the best half.

Chapters

00:00 – The Midlife Wake-Up Call You Can’t Ignore

02:14 – Jerrid Sebesta’s Story: From Weatherman to Reinventing His Life

05:45 – When "Success" Still Leaves You Feeling Empty

09:02 – The Burnout Trap: Why High Achievers Struggle in Midlife

13:37 – The ‘Plant the Flag Moment’ That Changed Everything

17:21 – Grit vs. Surrender: The Secret to True Fulfillment

21:50 – The Power of Co-Creation: Stop Trying to Control Everything

26:03 – Why Most Men Stay Stuck (And How to Break Free)

30:42 – The Role of Faith, Mindset, and Letting Go

34:17 – Sunday Night Strategy: Jerrid’s Simple System for a Winning Week

38:55 – What to Do If You Feel Trapped in Your Own Success

42:18 – The One Question You MUST Ask Yourself to Find Purpose

46:09 – Closing Thoughts: How to Take Action on This TODAY

Connect with Jerrid

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerridsebesta/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerridsebesta/

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