Finding Meaning in a Modern World with Rick Walker | Let People Prosper Show Ep. 156

​What happens when men lose their sense of meaning? Why are so many in their prime—ages 25 to 45—struggling to lead lives that matter?

In this week’s Let People Prosper Show, I talk with Rick Walker, entrepreneur and author of 9 Steps to Build a Life of Meaning, about the personal and cultural challenges facing today’s men. We delve into topics ranging from failure and faith to entrepreneurship, books, family, and the transformative power of silence. Rick shares hard-won lessons from business, nonprofit work, and fatherhood—and he doesn’t hold back. This episode serves as a wake-up call and a roadmap for those who are ready to take personal responsibility and grow.

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(0:00) – Introduction to Meaning and Purpose
(3:13) – The Crisis of Meaning in Modern Men
(6:10) – Lessons from Failure and Success
(8:53) – The Importance of Silence, Books, and Family
(12:08) – Understanding Human Nature and Negotiation
(14:56) – The Disillusionment of Young Men
(18:06) – The Role of Personal Responsibility and Integrity
(22:34) – The Impact of Government Dependency
(26:10) – The Crisis of Masculinity
(30:01) – The Importance of Choosing a Master
(33:09) – Radical Decision-Making and Sacrifice
(36:11) – Balancing Productivity and Personal Life
(40:36) – Instilling Hope and Meaning in Life