In this episode of The Mindful Living Podcast, host Sana sits down with David Coupland, the creator of Qu and the Qu Anytime app, to unpack a real problem in modern life. We are hyper-connected, yet emotionally underfed. David shares how he walked away from a successful film and TV career when “success” started feeling like self-betrayal, then rebuilt his life around mindful connection, communication, and curiosity.
They break down what “social growth” actually means, how Qu Anytime matches you into live video conversations with strangers around topics like mindfulness, AI, and philosophy, and why practicing real communication is a life skill, not a vibe. Sana also presses into the tough stuff. Monetization, privacy, trust, and safety for users. This is a grounded conversation for anyone craving healthier social media habits, deeper community, and more intentional digital wellbeing.
About the Guest:
David Coupland is a creator and builder focused on human connection and personal growth. After years working in film and TV and later at HBO Studios in Los Angeles, he pivoted into building Qu, an ecosystem of real-life experiences, online conversations, and human-first content designed to reduce loneliness and improve communication skills.
Key Takeaways:


Social media often creates surface connection that looks busy but feels lonely in real life and that is the core problem Qu tries to solve.


David’s career pivot was not one dramatic moment, it was a stack of small “this isn’t me” moments that finally hit a breaking point.


“Social growth” means using daily life as practice, learning through reflection, conversations, and new perspectives instead of passive scrolling.


Qu Anytime is built around live video calls where you choose a topic, group size, and time, then meet people you have never met.


Communication is a skill, not a personality trait. If you only talk to the same circle your ability to connect stays capped.


Qu is designed around three pillars. Real-life experiences, online experiences, and content that reinforces a human-first culture.


Trust is earned over time. David’s stated intention is to avoid selling user data and use insights only to support the mission.


Safety features include leaving instantly, group voting to remove disruptive users, reporting and blocking, plus limited identity visibility.


Psychological safety matters because safety unlocks curiosity, and curiosity is the engine of growth and meaningful connection.


The “loneliness epidemic” is framed as urgent, and the product goal is practical. Give people a way to talk when they need it.


How Listeners Can Connect With The Guest:


Website: https://www.joinqu.social/ 


Explore Qu Anytime and David’s content via the links on the site, including YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.


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