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$100M Exit to “The Quest”: Dan Berger on the Journey of Belonging

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$100M Exit to “The Quest”: Dan Berger on the Journey of Belonging

Ever Onward Podcast - Episode 55

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5 min read
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Uncover your sense of belonging and cultivate more meaningful connections.

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The desire to belong is a fundamental part of human nature, yet many people struggle to form deep relationships. In this episode of the Ever Onward podcast, entrepreneur Dan Berger shares some insights from his book The Quest — The Definitive Guide to Finding Belonging. Drawing from his personal experiences, Berger offers a step-by-step road map to assessing and fulfilling your need for connection. The journey, which is unique to each individual, starts with becoming aware of your attachment styles and social needs. His lessons will help you cultivate meaningful connections in all aspects of life.

Summary

The need to belong shapes how people live and connect with others.

Author Dan Berger’s life journey — marked by personal challenges, moments of disconnection, and the search for meaningful connection — profoundly shaped his understanding of belonging, ultimately inspiring him to write The Quest — The Definitive Guide to Finding Belonging. Berger was adopted in Israel at just five days old. The emotional scars of being abandoned by his biological mother marked his childhood, creating his first “belonging trauma.”

When he was two years old, his parents divorced, further deepening his early sense of disconnection and lack of belonging. His immigration to the United States at nine years old confronted him with a struggle of identities. Was he Israeli or American? These experiences left a lasting impact on how he navigated relationships and his identity as an Israeli-American.

Despite his early challenges...

About the Podcast

Dan Berger is an Israeli-American entrepreneur and author. Podcast host Tommy Ahlquist is a commercial real estate developer. The Ever Onward podcast features conversations with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and visionaries, exploring topics that influence both the business landscape and local communities.

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