This first episode is my story, from childhood up until now. I talk about everything from running away from home at 15 😂 to having kids, financial struggle, divorce, pending homelessness and my almost suicide attempt, and a couple of things you don’t know about my past which you might find interesting. 

It’s a very raw, incredibly vulnerable and I share parts of my life that I never have before publicly, because if I’m asking other Men for extreme authenticity, I must also provide this, and go to places I’ve previously been uncomfortable with. 

Subsequent episodes will focus on Men who have experienced extreme adversity and overcome it successfully to create a version of themselves who now contributes positively to humanity in their own unique way.

I trust you’ll subscribe and enjoy this creation of mine, which is, like everything I do; for you 🙏🔥❤️🗡 

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Show notes 

00:00 - The Hero’s Journey introduction.

00:27 - Introducing The Forging Excalibur Podcast & Michael Lauria story & own Hero’s Journey.

05:05 - Michael’s childhood, Italian parents migrating to Australia.

07:44 - Michael’s teenage years and being a rebel & running away from home. Dynamics between parents and sons are changing.

11:28 - Michael’s beautiful thoughts on his mother's passing & the fact her energy is always present.

12:19 - Early adulthood 18 to 26 years old. “I don’t care what you say anymore, this is my life, go ahead with your own life & leave me alone” - Billy Joel; My Life.

15:55 - Marriage, children & reflection on not being ready, struggling financially looking for external validation.

22:50 - The length you may possibly go to provide financially for your family. Theft, lying, denial  & convincing it will be ok.

27:45 - Divine intervention from a dream with his Grandfather. “Michael, there is more for you than this. You’re not happy, this is not for you & there is a journey you have to go on.”

30:20 - Repartnering, family courts , co-created alienation from children, suicidal thoughts.

32:25 - Divine intervention from son & contemplating putting life back together.

38:55 - Meeting Amanda, evolving, growing & starting a company together that was doomed to fail.

46:45 - Message of hope. What happens externally is a result of your internal environment.

50:36 - Closing words

 

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