On a flight to Bali, Erin Coupe finally slept. Her body shut down and told the truth: the corporate game was burning her out. In this conversation, Erin and Maurice talk about the moment she chose a different path and how she rebuilt a life that actually fits.
You’ll hear how to:
- Shift from scarcity and fear into self-trust
- Turn rigid routines into nourishing rituals
- Catch and quiet the inner critic
- Design work and life with intention
A grounded talk about courage, presence, and choosing alignment over applause. Erin’s new book releases November 5, 2025.
Connect with Erin Coupe
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-coupe/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authenticallyec/?hl=en
Connect with Maurice Philogene:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene
Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
What if your awareness about time, financial, geographic, purpose and relationship freedoms journey started before your 20s? Imagine how quickly you’d conquer the game of life?
In this inspiring episode, Maurice sits down with Isaac, a 19-year-old wrestler, college freshman, and passionate man of faith, who’s already thinking deeply about wealth, purpose, and legacy.
Maurice brings many things to Isaac’s awareness about the traps of social and traditional media, formal schooling, and the status quo path that society puts us on. More importantly, they discuss how to break the cycle.
Maurice shares his own journey—from street cop to lieutenant colonel to global investor to freedom fighter—and breaks down the mindset shift from saving to storing, and how assets can be anything that moves you closer to your perfect day.
Key takeaways:
This episode is a masterclass in designing a life of freedom, faith, and fulfillment—no matter your age. Tune in and start trying life on.
Connect with Maurice Philogene:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene
Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
What happens when success no longer feels like fulfillment?
In this powerful episode, former RE/MAX President Amy Lessinger joins Maurice Philogene to unpack what it really takes to walk away from a life that looks perfect on paper — and build one that actually feels right. Amy shares her journey from leading one of the world’s largest real-estate brokerages to creating The Irreversible Step, a framework for high achievers ready to evolve.
Discover how to:
• Recognize the “whisper” that tells you it’s time for change
• Avoid the hidden cost of staying too long in the wrong place
• Build a life by design — not by default
If you’ve ever felt that quiet tug for something more, this conversation will show you how to listen before the whisper becomes a scream.
Connect with Amy Lessinger:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alessinger/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amylessinger/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578336661450
Connect with Maurice Philogene:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene
Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
What if the real key to freedom isn’t doing more — but calling your energy back?
In this solo episode, host Maurice Philogene expands on his latest newsletter, The Power of Pulling Your Energy Back, sharing what it truly means to live from a place of stillness, strength, and conscious direction. After decades of striving, achieving, and building a life defined by the Five Freedoms — time, financial, geographic, purpose, and relationship — Maurice reveals why he’s now intentionally pulling his energy away from the world to refill his inner container.
You’ll learn:
• The distinction most people miss about how energy shapes freedom
• How to recognize where your energy is leaking — and how to reclaim it
• Why stillness and containment are not retreat, but creation in motion
This episode is a powerful reflection on what happens when you stop scattering your energy everywhere else — and start protecting the container that holds your human strength, dignity, and divinity.
Read the full newsletter: https://www.trylifeon.com/blog/54-power-of-pulling-your-energy-back
Connect with Maurice Philogene:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene
Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
What happens when you realize the career you’ve built isn’t the life you want?
After decades of climbing the corporate ladder in tech, Joel Krooswyk hit a wall — literally landing in the hospital from exhaustion. But instead of ignoring the signs, he and his wife made a bold choice: to rebuild their lives on their own terms. From a $25,000 inheritance and a rundown house in Indiana, they created a thriving real-estate portfolio, a lakefront lifestyle, and the freedom to choose what truly matters.
In this heartfelt conversation with host Maurice Philogene, Joel opens up about:
• Breaking free from the “success trap” of corporate life
• Building financial freedom through purpose, not pressure
• Restoring not just homes — but health, marriage, and mindset
If you’ve ever wondered what “enough” really looks like, this episode will help you reimagine freedom for yourself.
Connect with Joel Krooswyk:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelrkrooswyk/
Connect with Maurice Philogene:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene
Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
What does it take to create not just wealth, but a lifestyle you don’t need a vacation from?
In this episode, host Maurice Philogene sits down with Loral Langmeier—five-time New York Times bestselling author and creator of The Millionaire Maker series—whose teachings have shaped the lives of over 10,000 millionaires worldwide. From her beginnings on a Nebraska farm to building multimillion-dollar companies and mentoring global leaders, Loral shares how anyone can shift from W-2 income to creating true financial freedom.
You’ll discover:
• Why W-2 income is the most heavily taxed (and how to escape it)
• The power of building your “wealth team” and living a corporate life
• How to create cash machines that fund your dreams
• Why self-education beats traditional paths every time
If you’re ready to rethink money, break free from scarcity models, and design a legacy of freedom, this episode will light the fire.
Connect with Maurice Philogene:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene
Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
Connect with Loral Langmeier:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorallangemeier/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askloral/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/askloral/
What happens when you walk away from the mountaintop of flying Marine One for the President of the United States? For Lt. Col. John Ballenger, it meant stepping into the unknown, wrestling with identity, and ultimately discovering the power of community, resilience, and second chances.
In this episode, John shares how leaving the military forced him to rethink success—not through titles, money, or prestige, but by building a life rooted in relationships and purpose. From facing one of his lowest moments in a parking lot to now thriving in an unexpected career, his story is a testament to perseverance and listening to your inner voice.
Key themes we explore:
• The courage to design your own second act
• Why community is more valuable than status or salary
• Learning to trust the journey, even when plans fall apart
John’s story reminds us that you can “try life on” at any stage—and that the chapters after your greatest achievements may be your most meaningful yet.
Connect with Maurice Philogene:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene
Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
Connect with John Ballenger
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-ballenger53/
What if the key to your next breakthrough isn’t more hustle—but mastering your energy? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Nona Djavid joins Maurice Philogene to share how she transformed her life from burnout to abundance by shifting from mechanics to energetics.
Dr. Nona breaks down how universal laws, identity shifts, and daily energetic practices can help you create freedom, joy, and an “unreasonable life” on your own terms. From understanding the subconscious mind to embodying your future self, this episode is packed with tools to help you level up your state—and your results.
You’ll learn:
• The difference between effort management and energy management
• Why mechanics alone can’t create lasting success
• How to embody the version of yourself that already has what you want
If you’ve ever felt stuck despite doing “all the right things,” this conversation will inspire you to realign your state, remember your future, and step into the unreasonable life you deserve.
Connect with Maurice Philogene:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene
Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
Connect with Dr. Nona Djavid
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nonadjavid
What if the secret to freedom isn’t escaping work, but redefining it? Maurice Philogene visits I Can Fit That In with Erin Coupe to share how he built a life of financial, time, geographic, and relationship freedom—while balancing four careers and designing a lifestyle aligned with his deepest values.
From corporate success to world travel, from being a federal agent to a real estate investor, Maurice reveals how asking better questions, creating intentional rhythms, and refusing the default version of success allowed him to truly “try life on.”
Key themes we cover in this episode:
• Escaping burnout through rhythm and intentional living
• The truth about building freedom while working a 9–5
• How to align success with your own values—not society’s
• Practical tools to protect your time, energy, and peace
This episode will inspire you to challenge the status quo, carve out your own path, and step into the freedom you’ve always imagined.
Connect with Maurice Philogene:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene
Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
Follow Erin Coupe:
Website: https://www.erincoupe.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erincoupe_
What if your money wasn’t just numbers on a spreadsheet, but the fuel that powers your ideal life? In this episode, Maurice breaks down the concept of a financial blueprint—a step-by-step framework to align money with the lifestyle and “perfect day” you’re working toward.
Drawing from real coaching experiences and his own journey, Maurice reveals how shifting your mindset around money, leveraging assets creatively, and tackling financial blockers can help you buy back time and freedom. Along the way, you’ll hear powerful stories of people who restructured debt, added new income streams, and reframed old programming around money to unlock their next chapter.
Key Takeaways:
If you’re ready to stop letting money control you and start using it to live life on your own terms, this conversation will get you there.
Connect with Maurice Philogene:
Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
Email: maurice@trylifeon.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/
This episode reminds us what the Try Life On process entails with respect to money. Spoiler alert… it’s not about $20M. Rather, it’s about money basics designed to power your designed life.
Topics of Discussion:
Welcome to a real-world MBA on money, mindset, and freedom. Whether you’re just starting or recalibrating your journey, this detailed listen is for you.
Connect with Maurice Philogene:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene
Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
What if chasing millions isn’t the path to joy? In this powerful conversation, Maurice Philogene sits down with Jerome Myers—the coach and entrepreneur who first challenged Maurice to tell his story and, in many ways, sparked the creation of Try Life On.
Together, they dive into what it really means to “exit the matrix”: leaving behind titles, corporate careers, and cultural programming to step into purpose, fulfillment, and freedom on your own terms. Jerome shares his Exit to Excellence framework and the hard-earned lessons from walking away from a $20M corporate division to build a life centered on meaning, not money.
You’ll hear insights on:
• Why money alone can’t buy freedom or legacy
• How to define your “enough number” and live it
• The shift from doing → being, and why it matters
• The courage to exit to purpose, not just from something
This is an episode about reclaiming your story, rewriting your definition of success, and learning how to truly try life on.
Connect with Jerome Myers:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jeromemyers
Connect with Maurice Philogene:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene
Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
When life delivers a wake-up call, will you answer?
In this intimate episode, Maurice shares raw, unfiltered voice notes he recorded for Try Life On coaching students and listeners Larry, Noelia, Marco and Charles, related to his own personal journey and mindset.
Question topics and who asked:
Maurice answers about his own personal journey—how a deeply challenging season sparked a profound spiritual awakening, reshaped his values, and reaffirmed his faith. From decades of high achievement across careers and countries to an unflinching look within, Maurice reveals how letting go of society’s definitions of success opened the door to a more meaningful life.
You’ll hear how he:
This is an invitation to rethink what truly matters—and to start living your own definition of success.
Connect with Maurice Philogene:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene
Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
What if the key to your purpose is hidden in the pain you’ve lived through?
In this powerful episode, Maurice sits down with Joanna Horton McPherson—actor, educator, and founder of Women of Influence—to explore how our life stories hold the clues to our purpose. From struggling to fit into traditional systems to building a framework that helps leaders speak with authenticity, Joanna shares her path of awakening, healing, and legacy-driven leadership.
In this episode, you'll learn:
Whether you're ready to speak your truth or just beginning to rediscover it, this conversation will inspire you to be brave as hell.
Connect with Joanna:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoannaHortonMcPhersonPage/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joannahortonmcpherson/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanna-horton-mcpherson/
Follow Maurice:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/
Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
Email: maurice@trylifeon.com
What if your job, your investments, and your lifestyle could all serve one greater mission—freedom?
This episode is a deep dive on taking control of life via financial knowledge and wealth. This session was pulled together by Antonio Cousins, a Baton Rouge, Louisiana real estate professional and investor as means to teach other men the value of taking control of their financial destiny.
Topics include — Taxes, Salary, Single Family Home investing, Apartment Building and Mobile Home Park syndication, using passive income to exit the work world, and more.
Antonio and Maurice share mindset, skillset and soul-set around taking control of your finances and how it powers ability to design life.
Maurice uses his own example of breaking free from the W2 grind and his designed, virtual, purpose-driven life that spans the U.S. and the Mediterranean. From buying his first condo at 21 to building an international real estate portfolio and closing 26 apartment complexes in two years, Maurice has learned that wealth is just a tool—and freedom is the goal.
Key themes include:
- Escaping rat race through intentional investing
- Power of passive income to buy back time
- The mindset shift minorities need to build real wealth
- Tax strategy, mentorship, and doing your first deal
- Why purpose, not profit, keeps you going
This episode is a must-listen to stop chasing money and start designing a life you never want to retire from.
Antonio Cousin:
504-220-7297
Antonio@Service1stRE.com
@CousinSellsLa (Instagram, YouTube)
What if the words you speak are the very thing holding you back?
In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Maurice sits down with NLP practitioner Edgard Aziz to explore how the language we use—internally and externally—shapes our identity, behavior, and ultimately our destiny.
From Beirut to Maryland, Edgard and Maurice unpack how subconscious programming, societal labels, and early childhood messages quietly dictate much of our adult decision-making.
Key themes include:
Whether you’re craving personal freedom, a mindset shift, or just want to understand why you feel stuck—this episode will challenge how you speak to yourself and inspire you to try life on, intentionally.
Connect with Edgard Aziz:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edgard-aziz-064a461a/?originalSubdomain=lb
What if your life story held the blueprint for your personal brand?
In this powerful Mastermind group call, Maurice Philogene is joined by personal branding strategist Steve Carlis, whose work with figures like Mel Robbins and Grant Cardone has helped shape some of the most recognizable brands today. Together, they dive deep into identity, impact, and what it really takes to scale your message beyond one-on-one conversations.
Steve unpacks how to discover your unique expertise, define your audience, and turn your personal experiences into a repeatable, monetizable framework. Whether you're pivoting in your career or refining your brand, this conversation offers a roadmap for lasting influence.
Key Takeaways:
You already have what it takes—the magic is in how you package it.
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🔗 Connect with Steve Carlis:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevecarlis/
🔗 Connect with Maurice Philogene:
Website: https://trylifeon.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene/
What if your dream life isn’t something you chase — but something you design from within?
In this powerful episode of Fix Your Reflection, host Rhonda Farrah welcomes entrepreneur, global citizen, and lifestyle architect Maurice Philogene for an inspiring deep-dive into intentional living, conscious manifestation, and what it truly means to “Try Life On.”
From a multi-decade career in law enforcement, the military, and corporate leadership — to complete freedom and sovereignty across continents — Maurice shares how his journey was built not on chasing titles, but on cultivating vision, patience, and self-trust.
Together, Rhonda and Maurice explore:
• How to detach from old identities and rewrite your life
• Why systematic patience is the secret to manifestation (Newsletter 43)
• The art of emotional alignment over empty affirmations
• How your self-concept shapes your reality
• And why most people are unknowingly living someone else's dream
This episode also beautifully touches on Rhonda’s core message of self-inquiry, reflection, and embracing the superconscious — aligning with her own philosophy from Newsletter 31 on The Art of Detaching.
If you’ve been waiting for a sign to redefine success, reclaim your time, and fully own your power — this is it.
What if your biggest financial obstacle isn’t in your bank account—but in your mind?
In this episode, Maurice Philogene is joined by money coach and mindset mentor Lisa Chastain to explore the deeply emotional side of money. From how our beliefs are shaped before age 7 to why strict budgeting might be sabotaging your financial freedom, Lisa offers powerful insights for building a values-based relationship with money. She also challenges the group to ask tough, transformative questions—like what you’re really chasing with more wealth, and what truly makes you feel rich.
Key themes include:
• The invisible roots of your money mindset
• Ditching scarcity in favor of values-driven spending
• Redefining wealth on your own terms
This conversation will shift how you think about money—and how you live your life!
Connect with Lisa: https://lisachastain.com
Follow Maurice: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene
What if your greatest breakthrough started with a layoff?
In this episode of Try Life On, Maurice Philogene sits down with Dennis Geleen—author of The Accidental Solopreneur—to unpack how a sudden career disruption became the catalyst for a completely reimagined life. Dennis shares how embracing serendipity, expanding his "luck surface area," and leaning into discomfort led him to build a successful solo consulting practice, write multiple books, and coach others to do the same.
Key Takeaways:
• Why safety and comfort might be your biggest trap
• How to spot and act on life’s “happy accidents”
• What it means to build a life you don’t need a vacation from
If you've ever found yourself asking, "Is this really it?"—this conversation might be the sign you've been waiting for.
Connect with Dennis Geelen:
• Website: https://www.dennisgeelen.me
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennisgeelen/
• Book: The Accidental Solopreneur on Amazon
Connect with Maurice Philogene:
• Website: https://www.trylifeon.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene/