In this deeply heartfelt and enlightening episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, host Tobi sits down with relationship expert and thought leader Keith Spurgin to unravel one of the most pressing questions of our time:
"Why are we more technologically connected than ever, but more emotionally and relationally disconnected?"
Together, they explore the soulful art of building meaningful relationships in an age of noise, distraction, and isolation. Keith opens up about his own life lessons from balancing leadership, family, and faith, and offers practical, vulnerable, and timeless advice on how to move from feeling unknown to truly being known in your most important connections.
From healing broken trust to navigating conflict and embracing feedback in relationships, this episode is a compass for anyone yearning for depth, authenticity, and life-giving relationships.
🌱 What You'll Learn
- The surprising reason why so many people feel lonely in a connected world
- How vulnerability opens the door to real, lasting love and friendship
- Practical steps to rebuild trust when it’s been broken
- How leaders can remain authentic in a cynical world
- Navigating feedback, conflict, and emotional honesty in relationships
- How to move from surface-level relationships to deep soul connections
- Why risking your heart is worth it every time
🧠 Guest Spotlight: Keith Spurgin
Keith Spurgin is a seasoned relationship coach, pastor, and author of "Unknown: Finding Connection in a Disconnected World." His work centres around helping people—especially leaders—build honest, vibrant, and meaningful relationships. Having personally experienced the struggles of juggling leadership, work, and family, Keith offers wisdom forged in real-life experience.
🔗 Learn more: growthresourcing.org
🔥 Soundbites
"You have to risk your heart."
"Admitting mistakes builds trust."
"Life is all about connection."
⏱️ Episode Chapters
- 00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Keith Spurgin
- 02:26 – Life Lessons in Leadership & Relationships
- 05:57 – The Fragility & Power of Trust
- 11:21 – Disconnection in a Hyperconnected Age
- 16:47 – The Courage to Be Vulnerable
- 19:18 – Healing from Heartbreak & Emotional Wounds
- 23:55 – Going Beyond Surface-Level Relationships
- 29:44 – Reigniting Stagnant Relationships
- 37:30 – Keith’s Vision for a More Connected World
🙌 Take Action
✅ Share this episode with someone feeling stuck or unseen in their relationships
✅ Reflect on one area in your life where vulnerability could lead to healing
✅ Start building your circle—one honest conversation at a time
🎧 Listen Now
🔗 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts & more
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