The Journey Beyond: Gratitude, Faith and Travel's Raw Truth

What if getting lost was the only way to truly find yourself? Luke Russert — acclaimed journalist and New York Times bestselling author of Look for Me There — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a deeply reflective conversation on self-awareness, grief, and the spiritual clarity that can only come from stepping into the unknown. After leaving a high-profile career at NBC News, Luke embarked on a three-year global journey that transformed his understanding of identity, gratitude, and purpose. Thro...
What if getting lost was the only way to truly find yourself?
Luke Russert — acclaimed journalist and New York Times bestselling author of Look for Me There — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a deeply reflective conversation on self-awareness, grief, and the spiritual clarity that can only come from stepping into the unknown.
After leaving a high-profile career at NBC News, Luke embarked on a three-year global journey that transformed his understanding of identity, gratitude, and purpose. Through raw stories of navigating loss and embracing the unfamiliar, he reveals how travel, faith, and cultural immersion led him to reconnect with his spirit — and his late father, legendary news anchor Tim Russert.
This episode is a roadmap for anyone wrestling with change, grief, or the quiet voice nudging them to slow down and listen.
✅ You'll learn:
- How grief can serve as a compass for transformation
- Why stepping away from routine helps reveal your inner truth
- The role of faith and spirituality in personal healing
- What global cultures can teach us about gratitude
- How Luke’s journey reshaped his relationship with self and legacy
✨ Key Takeaways:
- Stillness creates space for spiritual growth.
- Letting go is often the first step to rediscovery.
- Gratitude transcends language — it's a universal human connector.
🎧 Tap play to rediscover your path — and hear how getting lost may be the beginning of everything.