Who is the Joy Guru?

Kurt is a certified consulting hypnotist, master NLP practitioner, spiritual coach, Ikigai coach, ordained minister, and US Marine. In addition to bringing over a decade of pastoral experience and training to his current work, he is highly regarded for his practical and insightful approach to the cultivation of metaphysical and deliberate living. In addition to spiritual coaching, Kurt has worked on mindset, deep calm, and confidence issues with elite athletes and business leaders, as well as pain tolerance and memory resolution. Kurt dedicates himself to guiding others as they explore and articulate their aspirations, helping them define and develop meaningful paths to personal goals and fulfillment.

Kurt is a deeply knowledgeable individual whose academic journey spans the fascinating realms of Classics, Philosophy, and Comparative Religion. Having lived and worked in ten countries on four continents, Kurt is a truth seeker of wide-ranging experience with a rich understanding of mystical practice and humanity in its many unique and valuable presentations.

Kurt has actively participated in archaeological excavations at sacred Egyptian sites, immersing himself in the ancient mysteries of the past. His studies have included in-depth analysis of the spiritual purpose of the enigmatic Stonehenge as well as other ancient sites.

Kurt's passion for mysticism has taken him deep into the heart of the Amazon jungle, where he has engaged with the current and age-old practices of Shipibo and Quechua shamans. He has ventured further into the majestic Andes of Peru and Chile, absorbing the rich cultural and spiritual traditions that still thrive in these vibrant and energetic locations.