I first came across Ed Herzog through a powerful article that he had written for the world renown media publication, The Elephant Journal. The article was entitled, ‘5 Steps: How to Really Make our Life our Own. I strongly resonated with this article andI immediately connected with Ed through social media. Although he resides in Bogata, Columbia and I on the island of Kauai, HI, we were able to connect on a deep level because we share the same mission, freeing people from the chains of want and misery. Ed Herzog is a life and career coach whose mission is to help men create lives of passion, purpose, and fulfillment. Click here to enroll in his free 7-day course MAN ON PURPOSE. Show Notes: 3:30 Ed shares his story 8:40 What gave you the courage to take the leap of faith 11:07 Ed explains the process he went through to escape the conventional life 16:30 Ed shares his view on why so many people are “OK” with a mediocre life 18:50 Ed gives advice to people who want to take a leap of faith into the unconventional life but don’t know where to start. 22:05 Where are you headed if you stay on your current course? 25:20 Catalyzing escape for parents 30:00 Ed explains the “Four Great truths of his life”- The 1st Great Truth “Life is Precious” 32:30 The 2nd Great truth: “we all have greatness within us” 35:10 3rd Great Truth: “Ordinary moments matter just as much as extraordinary moments” 37:40 The 4th great truth: “We have an opportunity and a responsibility to create a planet that works for all living beings.” 41:30 Ed goes back in time to give his 18 year old self advice to avoid the pitfalls of life. 44:00 Ed talks about the importance of travel in personal development 45:40 Ed explains his free 7 day “Man on Purpose” course available on his website EdHerzog.com