Ep 202: How Decluttering Helped This Dad Overcome His Hardest Moments with Stephen Johnston
In this episode of the Wannabe Clutter-Free podcast, host Deanna Yates talks with guest Stephen Johnston about his family's journey through adversity after his son was diagnosed with a condition leading to blindness. They delve into the importance of decluttering in the face of challenges, Stephen's decision to turn a negative situation into a positive by founding the nonprofit Race Against Blindness, and their endeavor to raise $1 million for a clinical trial.
Stephen, a father, radiologist, nonprofit founder, and Ironman athlete, shares how he has been overcoming this adversity, the unexpected challenge of his son's diagnosis, and the steps they've taken as a family to make the most out of the situation, including traveling in an adventure van to create lasting memories.
The conversation touches on the difficulties and triumphs of running a nonprofit, the significance of mental decluttering, and the importance of setting boundaries and priorities.
Key Takeaways:
The transformative power of turning adversity into positive action
Practical strategies for overcoming challenges through decluttering
Insights into managing priorities and setting boundaries amidst adversity
The significance of creating lasting memories and finding joy in the face of adversity
The triumphs and tribulations of running a nonprofit organization
About Stephen Johnston:
Stephen is a father, radiologist, non-profit founder, and Ironman athlete. When he found out that his nine-year-old son, Luke, was going blind as a result of a rare disease, he founded Race Against Blindness to fund sight-saving research for his son and thousands of others.
Though Stephen is relatively new to the nonprofit world, he is a man on a mission to raise $1 million for a clinical trial, taking on challenges like Ironman races to raise money and setting an example for his son. So far, they've raised over six figures and have been featured on Good Morning America, in Dan Kennedy's podcast "If I'm Being Honest," and have had TV spots in multiple major markets. Stephen lives outside of Phoenix and spends his spare time training for his next Ironman and traveling with his family to create lifelong cherished memories for Luke. They share all about their adventures in a customized adventure van.
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