BOOK LAUNCH SCHEDULED FOR SEPTEMBER 2025
“Coming Home To Who You Are” is a thought-provoking tale of friendship, mentorship, and the courage to forge an individual path. In an era of rapid technological advancement and uncertainty about the future, many students feel disillusioned and in search for deeper meaning. This book is a bold invitation to envision a new paradigm for education – one that not only nurtures the mind but also the soul.
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This is a limited 23-episode series inspired by the visionary novel “Coming Home to Who You Are” by M. Aurelius Higgs and Mark Vandeneijnde.
Set against the backdrop of a prestigious Swiss university in 2025, this podcast follows the intertwined journeys of three students—Kenna Patel, Rosie, and Alexander—and their unconventional mentor, Professor Amar Singh, as they challenge the rigid confines of traditional education.
Each episode corresponds to one of the book’s 23 chapters, narrated with excerpts and enriched with thoughtful commentary.
We’ll explore themes of self-discovery, the tension between tradition and innovation, and the power of human connection in a tech-saturated world. Along the way, we’ll weave in reflective questions—prompting you to ponder your own purpose, resilience, and potential.
Whether you’re a student, educator, or dreamer navigating life’s uncertainties, this podcast is for you. It offers a space to question, connect, and come home to who you truly are.
Join us for this personal and profound narrative adventure—as we explore the future of education and humanity.
PAST EPISODES
Chapter 1 & 2: The Day It All Broke
Chapter 3: Price Of Speaking Up
Chapter 4: Old Ideas With New Perspective
Chapter 5: A Calm Revolution In Room 202
Chapter 6: The Weight Of A Father’s Dream
Chapter 7: Failing Forward
Chapter 8: Empty Chairs, First Fears
Chapter 9: Need A Little Help From Friends
Chapter 10: Masks Off In The Cafe
Chapter 11: The Ripple Effect
TESTIMONIALS
I truly believe Coming Home to Who You Are is a beautiful and meaningful book. I think it would make a great gift for professors—especially those involved in this module or any Rflect-related module—because it shows how powerful and important transformative education can be. It really spoke to me as a student and, more importantly, as a person. The way it’s written is simple, clear, and emotionally engaging. It reminded me of The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, which the author actually mentions. I could feel the inspiration behind it, and I deeply appreciated the journey the story takes you on. This is not the kind of book I usually see, and I found it unique and refreshing.
I just finished the book and had a great time reading it – many thanks. This is exactly what we need – our intended impact in storyform :). It has already had an impact on Rflect – we are going to be more radical in how we structure the tool, and build the salons and Conversations That Matter into Rflect. Thank you!
“I couldn’t put this book down. From start to finish, Coming Home to Who You Are held my full attention with its depth, beauty, and insight. It truly feels like a gift—one that speaks to both the challenges and the profound opportunities we face on the inner journey. Words almost fall short, but I’m left with a big smile and a deep sense of peace—like heaven on earth. I look forward to exploring more, but for now, I’ll fall asleep with dreams shaped by the wisdom of this remarkable book.”
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
M. Aurelius Higgs
M. Aurelius Higgs is a former English Language Arts teacher and missionary who now uses his words to create well-being in global families. Marcus’ long-term life mission is to meet the future challenge of education by empowering entrepreneurial parents in their family communication. By creating an empowering inner voice during their child’s formative years, this will lead to young leaders who can effectively serve their local and our global community. The only certainty of the future is CHANGE. We owe it to our future selves to bring their awareness to their collective strengths, and ‘control the controllable’ of their character to see opportunity in every change.
Mark Vandeneijnde
As a Leadership Coach and Co-Founder of BEING at Full Potential, Mark Vandeneijnde is passionate about helping individuals and organizations break free from outdated paradigms and embrace transformation. His latest book, Coming Home to Who You Are, extends this work into the education space, highlighting how students can reshape an outdated system that stifles creativity and adaptability. By blending storytelling with deep insights, Mark challenges educators, students, and leaders to rethink learning and step into their fullest potential.