• Normal 40: The Podcast

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Normal 40: The Podcast

著者: Lon Stroschein
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  • I left the rat race while at the top. I was making the most I had ever made, and I was offered a promotion. But I was tired of the travel. The work no longer inspired me. I was sick of answering emails all night and while on vacation. It was what I chased, but I felt trapped - like it was impossible to leave - because I was the provider. I went to bed most nights with a pit in my gut, hoping that one day I would wake up and take back my life - before my kids had grown and moved out.

    So, I resigned. No plans. No resume. No guarantees. Just me - and it has been fantastic!

    When I left, thousands of people wanted to know how I did it, how I knew it was my time. How I knew I had enough. How I worked this out with my family.

    It wasn't until I left that I realized what I felt was normal. I realized it happens to most high-achievers. And I realized I wasn't alone, but that nobody was leading these leaders. That's when I created Normal 40 - a movement chartered to help people regain control over their lives - a place where you don't have to do this alone.

    This podcast tells the stories of those who have done it, those who are doing it, and those who hope to someday have the balls to start. This podcast is your story, and you're not alone.

    My mission is to inspire a thousand people to write their second-half story -- and live it.

    My metrics will be a thousand notes of thanks from people who have made "The Trade" and will never look back with regret.

    That’s what’s in me. That's my mission. That's why I'm here.

    This is the shit nobody talks about. This is the Normal 40.

    Lets Ramble!
    Copyright Lon Stroschein
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I left the rat race while at the top. I was making the most I had ever made, and I was offered a promotion. But I was tired of the travel. The work no longer inspired me. I was sick of answering emails all night and while on vacation. It was what I chased, but I felt trapped - like it was impossible to leave - because I was the provider. I went to bed most nights with a pit in my gut, hoping that one day I would wake up and take back my life - before my kids had grown and moved out.

So, I resigned. No plans. No resume. No guarantees. Just me - and it has been fantastic!

When I left, thousands of people wanted to know how I did it, how I knew it was my time. How I knew I had enough. How I worked this out with my family.

It wasn't until I left that I realized what I felt was normal. I realized it happens to most high-achievers. And I realized I wasn't alone, but that nobody was leading these leaders. That's when I created Normal 40 - a movement chartered to help people regain control over their lives - a place where you don't have to do this alone.

This podcast tells the stories of those who have done it, those who are doing it, and those who hope to someday have the balls to start. This podcast is your story, and you're not alone.

My mission is to inspire a thousand people to write their second-half story -- and live it.

My metrics will be a thousand notes of thanks from people who have made "The Trade" and will never look back with regret.

That’s what’s in me. That's my mission. That's why I'm here.

This is the shit nobody talks about. This is the Normal 40.

Lets Ramble!
Copyright Lon Stroschein
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  • #63: The Leap: Moral Injury, Burnout, and Leaving the C-Suite with Dr. LouAnne Giangreco
    2025/05/02
    You can spend your whole life building something... only to realize it's no longer yours. That was Dr. LouAnne Giangreco. ER doctor. Chief Medical Officer. Board Director. Decades into a career she worked hard to earn, and even harder to keep, LouAnne did the unthinkable: she walked away.

    Why?

    Because she knew deep down, staying was safer... but leaving was honest.

    In this episode, LouAnne shares the deeply personal story of what it really took to leave a prestigious identity, walk through grief, and reimagine a life built on freedom, creativity, and self-trust.

    We talk about rest (the radical kind), success (the redefined kind), and the kind of clarity that only comes when you finally stop performing.

    If you’re sitting in a life that looks good on paper but feels off in your gut—this episode is for you. This is a conversation about letting go of titles, chasing what lights you up, and trusting that your best work might still be ahead of you.

    Key Takeaways:
    • You can be grateful for your career and still know when it’s time to move on.
    • Rest isn’t a sign of weakness.
    • Grieving the loss of a former identity is part of the path forward.
    • You don’t need to burn it all down—but you do need to make space for what’s next.
    • Living fully means trusting that clarity follows courage, not the other way around.
    What's Next?
    If this episode speaks to you, this is an invitation to join the growing Normal 40 community to connect with like-minded individuals. Whether through a free Ramble, Lon's Insider group, or his bestselling book 'The Trade,' this episode is your call to action to start designing your next chapter.

    Find it all right here: https://linktr.ee/lon.stroschein

    LouAnne Giangreco: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louanne-giangreco-md-facep/
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    58 分
  • #62 Making the Trade: Dr. Parker Hays on Trading Physician Burnout for Balance
    2025/04/18
    What happens when you reach the pinnacle of your career only to realize it’s no longer the life you want?

    In this episode, Lon Stroschein sits down with Parker Hays, a physician who spent 33 years in emergency medicine before making the courageous decision to leave and build a life of purpose and impact.

    Parker shares his journey, from a pivotal moment in his youth that inspired him to pursue medicine to the realization that it was time to trade his successful career for a new chapter focused on prevention, wellness, and helping others thrive.

    Through his company, Lasting Impact Wellness, Parker now helps leaders avoid burnout and become the best versions of themselves. This candid conversation is packed with insights about change, courage, and listening to the quiet voice inside that calls you to more.

    Key Takeaways:
    • A lifelong career can feel out of alignment when your purpose shifts.
    • Deciding to leave success behind is daunting, but the trade-off can lead to clarity, fulfillment, and growth.
    • Stepping into a new chapter isn’t about starting over but rediscovering curiosity and learning with intention.
    • Balance is possible when leaders prioritize self-awareness, wellness, and resilience over the grind of constant achievement.
    • Honor your legacy by living fully: Inspired by his father’s untimely passing, Parker is committed to embracing every moment and living a life of service and purpose.

    What's Next?
    This heartfelt conversation is a testament to the courage required to make "the trade" and a call to action for anyone feeling stuck. Whether through a free Ramble, Lon's Insider group, or his bestselling book The Trade, this episode is a call to action to start designing your next chapter.

    Find all things Lon and Normal 40 here: https://linktr.ee/lon.stroschein

    Parker Hays: https://www.instagram.com/drs.hays/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/e-parker-hays-jr-md-facep-6296b2125/
    Website https://lastingimpactwellness.com/
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    1 時間 8 分
  • #61: The Courage to Dream (Pt. 2) – Reclaiming Purpose, Passion, and Your Art: A Ramble with Brandon Meyer
    2025/04/04
    At some point, the chaos gets too loud to ignore. In that moment, you will break down or raise up.

    In Part Two of Brandon Meyer’s story, we start the exploration about what really matters and how you chase it.

    This episode is about the people who show up when you stop pretending. The friends who bet on you before you bet on yourself. The quiet acts of rebellion that help you remember who you were before the titles, the expectations, and the noise.

    "I hit it at a young age… and realized it wasn’t the end game I thought it would be."
    —Brandon Meyer

    Most of all, we talk about rediscovering your art—not the kind you post, sell, or monetize—but the things you do just for you. The things that make you feel alive again. The things you share with friends, and we find out what happens when we share it.

    This isn’t about leaving a job. This is about finding the life that fits your soul. It's about rethinking who you are, what you can offer and getting clear on who needs it most.

    IN THIS EPISODE:
    • The turning point that shook Brandon
    • The friendships that held him steady and called him forward
    • Why you need people who believe in your next chapter—even when you don’t
    • How to remember your art, and why you must
    • The cost of waiting vs. the power of acting
    What’s Next?

    🔗 Connect with Lon and Brandon
    • Lon Stroschein: https://linktr.ee/lon.stroschein
    • Brandon Meyer:
      • LinkedIn
      • Facebook (Personal)
      • Facebook (Breaking Braces)
      • (Coming soon: BreakingBraces.com)
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    55 分

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