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Transforming your Legacy Life with Darren Janzen #142
Episode #142- Darren Janzen-
Summary
Darren Janzen shares his journey of making significant life changes during the COVID-19 pandemic. He was a police officer in Canada before transitioning to become a firefighter. When COVID hit, Darren and his family had plans to travel but ended up taking a leave of absence and selling everything they owned in Canada. They traveled to the United States and ran the mid-state mile race in Tennessee. They then went to Nicaragua but eventually decided to move back to the States. They faced challenges at the border but were able to secure visas and buy a house to renovate. Their future plans remain fluid as they navigate the visa requirements for their children. Darren Janzen shares his journey of taking calculated risks and embracing opportunities. He emphasizes the importance of mindset and the stories we tell ourselves. Darren's physical transformation coincided with his house-flipping project, highlighting the connection between personal and external transformations. He hired a coach for running and nutrition, recognizing the value of expertise and accountability. Darren encourages giving oneself a long runway to achieve big goals and emphasizes the power of mindset in achieving sustainable results. He also discusses the importance of language and shifting from 'should' to 'could' and 'can' to create a more positive and empowering mindset.
Takeaways
The COVID-19 pandemic prompted Darren Janzen and his family to reevaluate their lives and make significant changes.
They sold everything they owned in Canada and traveled to the United States, where they ran the mid-state mile race in Tennessee.
They then went to Nicaragua but eventually decided to move back to the States, facing challenges at the border.
Darren and his family secured visas and bought a house to renovate, starting a business in the process.
Take calculated risks and embrace opportunities
The stories we tell ourselves shape our mindset
Personal and external transformations are interconnected
Hiring a coach can provide expertise and accountability
Give yourself a long runway to achieve big goals
Shift from 'should' to 'could' and 'can' for a more positive mindset
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:13 Making the Decision to Leave Canada and Travel to the United States
08:01 Freedom and Challenges in the United States
12:58 Stranded at the Border and Finding Support
17:54 Taking Calculated Risks and Embracing Change
24:01 Flipping Houses and Personal Transformation
29:14 The Importance of Hiring a Coach
30:03 Training for the Mid-State Mile Race
31:50 From Victim Mentality to Growth Mindset
38:56 Mindset Shift: Language Games and Positive Self-Talk
45:54 The Mid-State Mile Race and Lessons Learned
47:16 Living a Legacy Life and Inspiring Others
Follow or connect with Dan at:
https://www.instagram.com/darrenjanzen/
Or https://www.darrenjanzen.com/
Lastly, if you have land that you feel compelled to donate for my future ministry of helping to heal others in their journey of life, please send me an email to: [email protected]
You can follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jgrdina_coach/
or by going to my website at: www.johngrdina.com
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Episode #142- Darren Janzen-
Summary
Darren Janzen shares his journey of making significant life changes during the COVID-19 pandemic. He was a police officer in Canada before transitioning to become a firefighter. When COVID hit, Darren and his family had plans to travel but ended up taking a leave of absence and selling everything they owned in Canada. They traveled to the United States and ran the mid-state mile race in Tennessee. They then went to Nicaragua but eventually decided to move back to the States. They faced challenges at the border but were able to secure visas and buy a house to renovate. Their future plans remain fluid as they navigate the visa requirements for their children. Darren Janzen shares his journey of taking calculated risks and embracing opportunities. He emphasizes the importance of mindset and the stories we tell ourselves. Darren's physical transformation coincided with his house-flipping project, highlighting the connection between personal and external transformations. He hired a coach for running and nutrition, recognizing the value of expertise and accountability. Darren encourages giving oneself a long runway to achieve big goals and emphasizes the power of mindset in achieving sustainable results. He also discusses the importance of language and shifting from 'should' to 'could' and 'can' to create a more positive and empowering mindset.
Takeaways
The COVID-19 pandemic prompted Darren Janzen and his family to reevaluate their lives and make significant changes.
They sold everything they owned in Canada and traveled to the United States, where they ran the mid-state mile race in Tennessee.
They then went to Nicaragua but eventually decided to move back to the States, facing challenges at the border.
Darren and his family secured visas and bought a house to renovate, starting a business in the process.
Take calculated risks and embrace opportunities
The stories we tell ourselves shape our mindset
Personal and external transformations are interconnected
Hiring a coach can provide expertise and accountability
Give yourself a long runway to achieve big goals
Shift from 'should' to 'could' and 'can' for a more positive mindset
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:13 Making the Decision to Leave Canada and Travel to the United States
08:01 Freedom and Challenges in the United States
12:58 Stranded at the Border and Finding Support
17:54 Taking Calculated Risks and Embracing Change
24:01 Flipping Houses and Personal Transformation
29:14 The Importance of Hiring a Coach
30:03 Training for the Mid-State Mile Race
31:50 From Victim Mentality to Growth Mindset
38:56 Mindset Shift: Language Games and Positive Self-Talk
45:54 The Mid-State Mile Race and Lessons Learned
47:16 Living a Legacy Life and Inspiring Others
Follow or connect with Dan at:
https://www.instagram.com/darrenjanzen/
Or https://www.darrenjanzen.com/
Lastly, if you have land that you feel compelled to donate for my future ministry of helping to heal others in their journey of life, please send me an email to: [email protected]
You can follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jgrdina_coach/
or by going to my website at: www.johngrdina.com