Many people spend years chasing achievement, only to discover they’re still searching for something deeper.

What creates a meaningful life? How do community, purpose, spirituality, and everyday choices shape the way we experience fulfillment?

In this episode, Kevin Swanson welcomes Dr. David Bruner, Life Coach and Former Spiritual Leader at the Center for Spiritual Living in San Jose, for a thoughtful conversation about finding meaning beyond achievement. 

They explore how community can be more valuable than chasing the perfect relationship, why living in the present matters, how personal values influence daily decisions, and what it really means to live a satisfying life while balancing physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being.

Key Takeaways:

  • Finding genuine community can have a greater impact on well-being than pursuing the perfect relationship alone
  • Viewing spirituality as a shared presence invites a broader perspective on connection and personal growth
  • Defining fulfillment by daily satisfaction instead of external achievement changes how life is experienced
  • Living according to personal values often explains why certain choices naturally create more energy and purpose
  • Consistent daily practices across physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual life help build lasting fulfillment
  • And more!

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About our guest:

David Bruner is the former senior minister of the Center for Spiritual Living in San José, California. His irreverent humor and approachable, everyday style make him beloved by many. His passions include Spirit, people, animals, Harry Potter, and quirky favorites like People magazine, Taco Doritos, and colored Sharpies. 

Once a supermarket checker in Southern California, David discovered early the joy of bringing happiness to others, even while wearing a polyester apron and clip-on tie. This led him to pursue ministry, where his humor and unorthodox approach to spirituality have made him a favorite. From tales of DMV forgiveness to trapeze class adventures, David always brings a unique perspective. 

His current focus includes mastering Spanish verb conjugation and delivering top-notch coaching to his private clients. He lives in