I Dare You Podcast

Episode 194: Why October is the New January with Darrin Johnson

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January is overrated. In this solo episode, I flip the cultural script and make a compelling case for starting your goals in October. You’ll learn why the next 90 days create natural urgency without panic, how to use “fresh start” effects that stack in your favor, and the simple weekly ritual that makes progress feel easier, not heavier.

What you’ll learn:

  • The October Advantage: why change sticks better now than in January
  • Parkinson’s Law and how 90 days sharpens focus and kills procrastination
  • Why writing goals by hand boosts recall and commitment
  • The 5‑step Be At Ease Blueprint to engineer an effortless state:
    1. Time‑block a weekly Reset Ritual
    2. Mind Sweep with Delete, Delegate, Do
    3. Build your Friction List
    4. The One Thing test
    5. 15‑minute Microbursts (and the 2.5‑second rule)

      6. Plus: Grab 3 free custom PDFs (Effortless visual synopsis, workbook, and Be At Ease worksheet) at idareupod.com.

      Follow @idareyoupod and share this episode with someone who wants their best year to start now.

      Connect with Darrin Johnson:

      www.idareyoupod.com

      Instagram: @idareyoupod

      YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IDareYouPod

      TikTok: @idareyoupod

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