Episode 040 | Where Have I Been? | May 2024
About a year ago, host Dan Mickle quietly stepped away from The MentalCast. At the time, he was not entirely sure why — but a recent conversation and a powerful book helped provide clarity and sparked the return.
Before diving into a brand new season, Dan wanted to share this personal reflection on why he left, what brought him back, and what he hopes to bring to the show moving forward. If you have ever needed to hit pause on something you love, this episode will resonate. And most importantly — Dan is glad to be back and excited for the great conversations to come this season!
Topics covered:
Why Dan stepped away from the podcast
The personal and professional factors behind the break
How The Power of Fun by Catherine Price helped inspire the return
Lessons learned about burnout, reflection, and passion
What to expect in the new season of The MentalCast
Mentioned in this episode:
The Power of Fun by Catherine Price
Contact the show: podcast@mentalcast.com
Follow Dan on social: @RealDanMickle and @717Soul
