CONFESSIONS OF A CEO
My Life in an Out-of-Balance World
Deepak Chopra has profoundly influenced contemporary culture by promoting the integration of spirituality and wellness into everyday life. His teachings encourage mindfulness and holistic health, impacting both individuals and corporate environments alike.
A prime example of this influence is businessman Tom Gegax. After facing personal challenges, including a cancer diagnosis and a difficult divorce, Gegax turned to Chopra’s principles. Embracing holistic health and conscious leadership, he transformed his approach at Tires Plus, implementing wellness initiatives that prioritized employee well-being alongside business success.Chopra’s insights helped Gegax shift from a profit-driven mindset to one focused on purpose and balance. This transformation not only revitalized his personal life but also positioned him as a mentor for other leaders, demonstrating how spirituality can drive meaningful change in both individuals and organizations.
FEATURING
DEEPAK CHOPRA
ROBERT F. KENNEDY JR.
DAN BUETTNER
CONFESSIONS OF A CEO
My Life in an Out-of-Balance World
Deepak Chopra has profoundly influenced contemporary culture by promoting the integration of spirituality and wellness into everyday life. His teachings encourage mindfulness and holistic health, impacting both individuals and corporate environments alike.
A prime example of this influence is businessman Tom Gegax. After facing personal challenges, including a cancer diagnosis and a difficult divorce, Gegax turned to Chopra’s principles. Embracing holistic health and conscious leadership, he transformed his approach at Tires Plus, implementing wellness initiatives that prioritized employee well-being alongside business success.Chopra’s insights helped Gegax shift from a profit-driven mindset to one focused on purpose and balance. This transformation not only revitalized his personal life but also positioned him as a mentor for other leaders, demonstrating how spirituality can drive meaningful change in both individuals and organizations.
FEATURING
DEEPAK CHOPRA
ROBERT F. KENNEDY JR.
DAN BUETTNER

1h 34min
Documentary
Confessions of a CEO: My Life in an Out-of-Balance World, follows the transformative journey of Tom Gegax, the once hard-charging and self-centered Midwest tire mogul. From ruthless leader obsessed with profit to populist messenger for ethical business, Tom’s story reveals the destructiveness of toxic corporate cultures and the possibility of redemption through self-awareness and holistic leadership.
As crises mount—cancer, divorce, near-bankruptcy—Tom embarks on a personal journey to rebuild his life and company. His transformation is guided by influential figures like Dr. Deepak Chopra whom Tom then mentors in business, including Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Blue Zones Founder Dan Buettner, and Al Gore.



“I learned more from Tom Gegax in one hour than I did in two years of business school.”
“A visionary bridge for business and life. Shows a business can be run with enlightenment as well as efficiency.”
“Tom Gegax is an inspirational coach for living a full and purpose-filled life.”
“All the good stuff and none of the fluff.”
“Tom Gegax demonstrates how to integrate the vulnerabilities and consciousness of a totally balanced human being with the rigor and groundedness required to run a large organization.”
“Tom Gegax has mastered the art of business.”
JOIN THE MAILING LIST
Get the latest about film screenings, special events and more.