This episode: Telling Stories That Heal: How Steve Seidel Turned Pain into Purpose Through Media and Mentorship.   Here’s what you’ll learn about: Introduction (0:03) Host Drew Deraney thanks the person who introduced him to Guest Steve Seidel and gives a shout-out to Lynn Winter for her work on happiness mapping. Drew introduces the concept of life being linear until external circumstances derail it, leading to choices on how to handle adversity. Types of Men and Adversity (1:16) Drew describes three types of men: one who doesn't notice adversity, one who blames others, and one who sees adversity as an opportunity for growth. He introduces Steve Seidel as an example of the third type of man who uses adversity to become stronger. Steve Seidel shares his background, including his upbringing in a divorced family and his early life as a people pleaser. Steve recounts two defining moments: his layoff from Motorola and the death of his father, which led him to pursue a career in storytelling and media. Personal Growth and Career Transition (21:41) Steve talks about his move to New York to pursue a career in creativity and storytelling. He shares the impact of his father's death on his personal growth and his role as a father figure to his younger brothers. Steve discusses the importance of hard work and problem-solving, influenced by his parents' careers. He reflects on his journey from being a people pleaser to developing resilience and finding his voice in media and storytelling. Building a Media Agency (22:37) Steve explains how his experience in storytelling and media led to the creation of his media agency. He describes the four-part framework his agency uses: mission, media, movement, and impact. Steve shares his experience of moving to Lexington, Kentucky, during the pandemic and the challenges of starting a virtual agency. He talks about the support group he started, "Jen's Journey," to help other men navigate adversity and find connection. Impact of Personal Losses (23:09) Steve recounts the loss of his stepfather and father and how it shaped his perspective on life and fatherhood. He shares the story of his mother's passing and the emotional impact it had on him and his family. Steve reflects on the importance of legacy and leaving a positive impact on his children and others. He discusses the role of...