Guest Tom Sturges || Music Executive & Author

Show Summary
In this episode, Jon and Tom Sturges discuss the concept of a 'good divorce' and how to approach the process with kindness, respect, and generosity. They emphasize the importance of putting childrens’ needs first and maintaining a positive relationship with the ex-spouse. Tom shares his personal experience of ending his marriage while still remaining close with his ex-wife's family, while negotiating creative solutions to his financial settlement and custody arrangement with his kids. He also talks about his foundation, Witness to a Dream, which inspires children in the LA public school system through music and creativity.

Guest Bio
Tom Sturges is a distinguished music executive, author, mentor, educator, inventor, and public speaker. With a career spanning leadership roles at Chrysalis Music, Universal Music Publishing Group, and Shaquille O’Neal’s TWIsM Records, Tom has shaped the music industry through signings that include 50 Cent & G Unit, Chris Brown, and Outkast, among others, selling over 195 million albums and earning 19 Grammy awards. An accomplished author, Tom has penned several acclaimed books and co-created UCLA's Music Business Now course, impacting over 1200 students. Recognized for his mentorship in Los Angeles, he's also featured in the award-winning documentary WITNESS TO A DREAM.

Key Moments

• 00:00 The Concept of a 'Good Divorce'
• 08:05 Putting the Needs of the Children First
• 13:46 Maintaining a Positive Relationship with the Ex-Spouse
• 19:55 Coping with Difficult Emotions and Finding Joy
• 25:19 Taking Accountability and Personal Growth
• 31:14 Nurturing Dreams and Aspiration

Connect with Tom Sturges

• Instagram: @tomsturgesideas
• Instagram: @tomsturgesideas
• Twitter: @tomsturgesideas
• www.tomsturges.net

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Guest: Derek Haswell || Co-Founder of Ten Percent Happier & Executive Coach

Derek Haswell is a passionate advocate for emotional health and wellness, and his journey began with a deep internal drive for personal growth. This led him to co-found Ten Percent Happier, the company offering meditation and mindfulness courses and coaching, where he served as Head of Product for nearly a decade. Derek collaborated with renowned meditation teachers including Joseph Goldstein and Sharon Salzberg, to create groundbreaking offerings. Over time, Derek's personal focus shifted from seeking external validation driven by a feeling of lack, to self-understanding and self-compassion. Now an executive coach, he leverages the Internal Family Systems model to help clients understand their own emotional parts and gain greater clarity and freedom in their lives.

• 00:00 Introduction: Meditation and Integrating the Whole Self
• 03:09 The Power of Meditation in Responding, Not Reacting
• 07:58 Finding Usefulness and Enjoyment in Meditation
• 10:38 Embracing and Understanding Different Parts of Ourselves
• 18:51 The Internal Family Systems Model: A Path to Self-Awareness and Freedom
• 26:07 Working with Anger and Other Emotions
• 29:27 Moving from 'I Don't Want to Talk About It' to Vulnerability
• 34:00 Conclusion: Takeaways and Closing Remarks

Connect with Derek Haswell

• Twitter: @drhaswell
• LinkedIn: @drhaswell
• Executive Coaching Website: www.derekhaswell.com
• https://www.tenpercent.com/

Resources mentioned during the show

• Learn about the Enneagram: https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/
• Derek suggests this book for men: I Don't Want to Talk About It

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Guest: Ian Mausner || is a seasoned divorce coach, finance executive, philanthropist, and author

Ian Mausner is a seasoned divorce coach, finance executive, philanthropist, and the author of the Amazon best-seller Getting Back on Top – The Uncensored Guide to Sex, Dating and Relationships After Divorce. As a divorce coach, Ian is dedicated to helping individuals navigate the challenges of separation and divorce with a collaborative approach. He holds an MBA from Stanford Business School and a BA in Economics from Amherst College​. He contributes all his consulting revenue to charities focused on helping children.

• 00:00 Introduction and Importance of Intelligence
• 03:28 Timing of Dating After Separation
• 05:48 Impact on Children and Communication
• 08:37 Types of Women to Be Cautious of
• 12:28 Observing Reactions and Intelligence
• 20:22 Treating the First Date as an Interview
• 23:43 Being Respectful in Declining a Second Date
• 26:03 Knowing Yourself and Improving Communication
• 29:28 Collaborative and Amicable Divorce Approach
• 33:21 Protecting Financial Assets During Divorce

Connect with Ian Mausner:

• Twitter: @IanMausner
• LinkedIn: @IanMausner

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