David Trotter is the founder and publisher of Awakened Magazine, and he is passionate about amplifying the voices of conscious leaders, healers, and coaches. Early in his career, he invested a decade of his life as a pastor before transitioning out of full-time ministry and experiencing the freedom of a more inclusive spirituality. He is the author of a dozen books including Empowered to Rise and Superconscious Conversations, He is the producer and director of four award-winning feature films on important social issues, and he is a Certified Breathwork and Guided Meditation Facilitator.