The Secret To Starting Over | Danyell (Danny-J) Johnson | TEDxWaterStreet

[@jamesjones8552]

Thank YOU! had many losses too. Starting at a young age. (loss of innocence, health, learning, the feeling of being unsafe, alone, then career (16 layoffs), dealing with autoimmune issues. (fatigue, some dizziness, unfocused energy) and a relationship that is draining without a way out) Gifts: research, finding knowledge, relearning a new way to learn, owning my own home at 27, listening, and learning from over 500 amazing teachers in self-development and wellness areas. Today, Dealing with the passing of both parents from COVID-19 and working on closing up the estate. Plus, had to stop my career for 5 years. Now, having challenges to restart. I am fatigued a lot. I am being pulled to restart a job that pays low $ while my inner mind and soul is crying out to share my experiences and start something that matters. I have to find a way to focus. YES< I was told that while I was caretaking my parents and then dealing with their deaths while my own house was in legal attack all of my life it is a GIFT. Still dealing with it.

[@TopGun_-]

Guys; know that you are doing great! Everything is falling into place for you very soon! This is the best time to head in that direction which you were always meant to go. Everything up til now happened for a great Devine reason! You are EXACTLY right where you are supposed to be at this moment in your life!!! With that said, you are now about to reap the benefits of your tremendous wisdom gained from all these experiences. Start that workout regimen! Get the wheels moving to start that business that you’ve always had in the back of your head. Today begins the first day of the best of your life! You’re gonna do this! 💪😎👍STAY STRONG !!! FYI, I’m 51 and ready to get back in shape (like I was in My 20s)and make my 50s the best decade of my life!

[@dannyjohnson9644]

this is awesome! Thank you!

[@gemmagrover1791]

I’m filing for divorce tomorrow and I really needed this pick me up. I’m very scared to start over, but I hope I can become more resilient like you. Thank you.

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Gemma I am sorry. I was in your shoes 5 years ago and it was terrifying. (even if you know its the right thing) There is a true loss and grieving of identity, of your future... of so much. Be gentle with yourself and *know* that you'll look back (not sure when.. and it could take a while) but you WILL look back and know this was the best thing that could happen because so many new doors will open. Lots of love sent your way.

[@32Flavors]

A year later, I hope you are thriving!

[@Sparta1993]

You should self assess and stick it out

[@veronicamiller9430]

This video was on my recommended, right on my home page. And after watching I know it was for a reason. When I was much younger i found myself in the same situation of wanting to take my own life, I felt so alone and I had no one. I lived like this for years. My mom kicked me out when I turned 20. Since then I have started over countless times. Moving into a new state, moving across country, moving on after a breakup, a new job or career..some by choice and some by force. Each time learning so much about the world, myself. Evolving into a new woman each time. But the biggest thing I ever did was also hug that young girl who was so hurt and alone growing up, I started taking care of her because she will always be a part of me and it’s not easy to grieve the way we need to. But it’s necessary. Thank you for referencing that part .. as well as a Man’s Search for Meaning, one of my favorites books I read back in December. Truly life changing. And for what it’s worth .. me (a totally stranger)… I am proud of you too. 💕 And at this moment in my life I know I need to make the choice to start fresh. Each moment is a new moment to be who you want to be. Thank you for your Ted Talk!

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you for watching Veronica! Sounds like you've been through a lot, and I'm sure you have some amazing stories to tell. I'm sorry you felt the way you did, but so glad you're still here too.

[@cory99998]

Surprised this doesnt have more views, this was great. I'm about to move to the other side of the country without anything lined up. My current life has hit a standstill and this is what needs to happen. I'm excited, but scared. I'm thankful for what I had before but see now that it wasn't what was right for me.

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you... would love for it to have more views.. please share it :)

[@chantalclarke5305]

Very inspiring here forced to start over for health reasons and it’s my 1st do over at 28 so much went downhill so fast but I’m practicing pace and being easy on myself to get through my days

[@r.o.5341]

Incredible doesn't even cover the breadth of this talk. So many can benefit from her message. So vulnerable, so real, so ...wow.

[@cesargarza8635]

I truly was blown away by how much adversity you have faced. I saved this video to help/inspire me in these times that we are in currently. Change is upon us all, what will we do is the question.

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you

[@rachellebrown9830]

This was good. Hopefully she makes another video explaining how she went about doing thre do over. More on the mindset, the roadblocks, the people who helped along the way, etc. I am interested to hear more.

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Yes! I am working on a book on this. There's only so much you can cover in 18 mins. Thank you for this feedback, that will help me in more of what is necessary to write

[@JustMe-ob3nw]

Lots of tears coming down as I watch this …

[@TheSweatyBetties]

Big hugs

[@JustMe-ob3nw]

@@TheSweatyBetties ❤️

[@felixa.urrutiajr.3100]

I always marvel how people like Danyell overcome their life's challenges and then share their story to inform and inspire others!

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you Felix

[@mirelladlima5278]

Very True. Often one tends to catastrophize by impulsively using words in a careless manner without thinking..it's so important not only to use words consciously to others but also appropriately to.our own self to help us not to be too hard too harsh and demanding too much perfection from one self. Each one of us needs to be kind first to ourselves and our needs and also respond kindly and mindfully to the external world in our interactions with fellow humans. Tks🙏

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Love this

[@nonee915]

Destiny is the situation that life brings to you.. and the reward is your reaction towards it. ❤️

[@thecashflowdoctor]

DannyJ, it’s an honor knowing you and calling you a friend. Your framework for the do-over is so powerful and your story so amazing. Thank you.

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you Eric

[@AuntLorasHouse]

Id really like to hear more from her as well!

[@Daxifem]

This was SO GOOD! I truly needed this right now.

[@TheSweatyBetties]

I am glad it resonated. My mamma just past away last week and I need my own talk right now.

[@Daxifem]

@@TheSweatyBetties OMG, I am SO very sorry, dear one! Blessings and love to you and your family! 💚

[@candaceyessuff643]

Thank you.

[@shelby.bettencourt]

Wow what a beautiful message! Danny j you are amazing! You are so strong! I am so happy you had this insight! Xoxo

[@TheSweatyBetties]

Thank you Shelby

[@kimberlybeasley8548]

Love your story. I am so encouraged, "The Do Over". Thank You for sharing your story.

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you. I am happy to hear that

[@turquoisedream4027]

I’m in awe of you and how you have gained so much wisdom due to the traumatic events you have withstood. I was instantly inspired and felt very gracious about my life and people like you who share their stories. Please keep us updated on your life!

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you so much! I'm currently working on a book in relation to this talk and I do a weekly podcast :)

[@aakankshasinha2769]

The things she went through moved me to tears!

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you

[@ltrg361]

Thanks. I am starting over now ... hope I can follow your footsteps

[@laurarandolph5600]

Very moving, heartfelt talk.

[@ashdon1771]

Thank you Dani God bless you❤

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you so much

[@stephaniejefferson6566]

Prayers for you and your Mom.

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you so much

[@rinozajiffry2137]

Thank you...... I forgave my birth mother the moment i heard this.. all my life I hated her for giving me away..

[@TheSweatyBetties]

This made me cry. I am sorry for the pain caused by your adoption. I can only say you never know the whole story about the whys and how’s… but you are supposed to be here. 🙏🏼

[@diegoambrosio9121]

My congratulations! I hope to do the same some day. Best regards.

[@DontDooTooMuch]

I'm sure she did what she felt was best in hopes of giving you a better life. She could've ended the pregnancy but didn't. I'm sure she loves you deeply.

[@Res0914jo]

This was powerful. Thank you so much for being strong enough to be vulnerable and share .

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch

[@WellnessAndWisdom]

You're amazing, really proud to see you up on the stage and you're full power with your heart wide-open sharing about the truth of this life Danyelle!

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you Josh!

[@rachaelp8998]

Really really needed to see this today

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Rachel, I'm glad it resonated with you

[@tarawhite4419]

I've done nothing but start over in the past 15 yrs

[@CebiGreen]

Wow. Congratulations on your start over(s) and many successful events, Danny!

[@JasKhalid]

She is incredible.

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you Jasmine

[@airuzz]

Thank You

[@robert_starling]

Congratulations Danny! We've known you a long time and always knew you were amazing! Love! Robert & Jeanne

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Aww thank you so much! Miss you guys and I hope you are well!

[@achernev]

This is such a great Ted talk. Thank you so much for sharing your story because I resonate so much with starting over. I have started my life from scratch multiple times in in different countries and even now I’m starting over in a new country with a new job. But I got a courage from you. Thank you 🙏

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Wow! Good for you! I can't imagine the obstacles and potential loneliness of starting over in a new country! That's def a level of brave!

[@dianamoscoso4064]

all I needed to listen to, she is amazing and so admirable

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you Diana

[@peggyhavard1546]

Beautiful❤️AMEN🙏🏻

[@conchirico564]

Danny, you are the best!!!!!

[@tatianahawaii13]

Made me cry.

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Big hugs

[@savannahm.laurentian1286]

The truth part is more complicated than catastrophizing. Ask anyone who has tried a criminal or corporate case.

[@zehlua]

Will you explain please?

[@nakulg]

Thanks a lot Danyell. Loved the idea of GIFT.

[@paulasvideos1]

Danny Do Over!!! Danny 2.0 Well done 🤗☀️🤙

[@dannyjohnson9644]

YESSSS You're the best Deb!

[@Nostalkingwelcome]

This speech was Amazing , got me in tears

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you Wendy

[@niallsmith9432]

Loved your ted talk danny, very inspiring and moving. Thanks for sharing your story, hi from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@leizelmalaubi2773]

This is so inspiring😭

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you Leizel

[@MissUnderstoodasAlways]

🙌🏽inspirational ❤️

[@robertc1432]

Amazing recoveries in life, what a strong person!

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you!

[@priyankakwatra4114]

Amazing!

[@hollymorelli8715]

Wow so good and under rated

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you Holly

[@positiveandhealthy2728]

Remember, a soul mate does not have to be someone in a romantic relationship with you

[@dannyjohnson9644]

What do you mean by that?

[@johnshafer7214]

Beautiful inside and out.

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you John

[@akshaypljadhav]

Thanks for sharing the G.I.F.T with us.

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you!

[@jefftatarchuk]

I love the idea of seeing a start over as a GIFT!

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you

[@AIartBonaza]

Amazing story thanks for sharing ! 💕

[@erikafischer6025]

Very inspiraring.

[@Isha-bh5tz]

She was great.

[@maryattkisson2873]

Thank you!!!! What a wonderful person you are. I would love to share my do-overs only I don't have Instagram💟💟💟

[@TheSweatyBetties]

well feel free to post here, it might inspire someone in the comments

[@ChubbyUnicorn]

Of course during her Ted talk the mic stops working and the replacement kept cutting out & of course there wasn't another, functional mic. Just 🙄 She's been through enough.

[@anic5805]

Lovely. Was gonna write more but after reading the top 6 or 7 comments, I noticed they had already said it all❣️

[@Decoding_Happyness]

Sooooo inspiring!

[@ritaricci212]

OMG 90 percent of her story I have lived. And here I go again...

[@dannyjohnson9644]

You got this love

[@allanwillie5]

Inspiring!

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you Allan

[@sripradhamukundan3681]

@@dannyjohnson9644 how can we connect with you on social media platforms?

[@Lannec10]

Some of these statements are really classist, though. For some, losing a job really is a crisis.

[@dannyjohnson9644]

It is!

[@solitario779]

Damn one the best set of legs iv ever seen. You go girl. Bet you made some ladies in the crowd a bit jealous

[@silmsadie]

She made me jealous. I was doing squats while watching this 😅

[@dannyjohnson9644]

@@silmsadie hahahaha thank you.. Made my day

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you!

[@solitario779]

@@dannyjohnson9644 You welcome honey How do you stay so fit?

[@dannyjohnson9644]

@@solitario779 I used to be a gymnast and personal trainer.... lately I don't do that much, so partially genetics but I think years of athletics helped

[@junkejinx]

Incredible ❤❤❤

[@matthewramsey6172]

This is almost unbelievable…well Get’em Tiger.

[@sripradhamukundan3681]

I was speechless when you were talking about your suicidal story. You're awe-inspiring! Where can we find you on social media?

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you so much I am @DannyJDotCom on IG and pretty much all the things on Social. I have a podcast called The Best Life Podcast and episode 30 do a deep dive depression story

[@sripradhamukundan3681]

@@dannyjohnson9644 That's nice :-)

[@peterfallon4018]

Inspiring Danny! God Bless. I’m in 3+ start-overs. As soon as I got back up, things going well-BAM, a medical emergency, suicidal Bipolar depression-also in a psych ward-went back for 3rd degree, oh school’s not accredited. I could go on, but always had my family to rely on & my Lord & Savior Jesus Christ of all

[@dannyjohnson9644]

@@peterfallon4018 I'm sorry for all of it, but I'm sure there's some profound lessons in there, def a lesson of faith and surrender

[@starstern1077]

Heavy stuff.

[@fluffynick23]

THE AUDIO IS OUT OF SYNC, PLEASE GET SOMEONE TO FIX THIS. ITS EASILY DONE. Very distracting

[@dannyjohnson9644]

yes... it is.. the audio was messed up and I actually had to re-record and voice over the whole thing. Sorry it's distracting, but this was the best we got. It really was a bummer, but hopefully the message still resonates.

[@savannahm.laurentian1286]

You can get five witnesses to the same event and you'll get five truths. Truth, like perception is not as concrete as we need to believe.

[@TheSweatyBetties]

Very true. Truth, in this case, is the objective “thing that happened” vs your perception of it. Think of it as the way a narrator would tell the story.

[@danielcrego4823]

Awesome Danny!

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you!

[@inmeditatewetrust]

14:30 did i hear choice lol a lil too early

[@Amaury5454]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼💪🏻🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@cindyhalpern3187]

No, this is the case of severe Depression. I am not judging you. But this is so very sad. I had to stop watching it.

[@catherineslevin83]

Thanks for sharing 🥰 Great outfit and what stunning legs you have.

[@dannyjohnson9644]

Thank you Cate

[@SINGHSTOCK]

I am one

[@tarawhite4419]

How ironic a degree in phys ed

[@Gretsch0997]

Are we no longer allowed to comment on things , like how attractive this person is…? Just wondering moving forward.

[@ronnieking3848]

Is that relevant to her talk?

[@arjunsuresh3709]

First comment and like!

[@heathrow1428]

Hey spotlight.. look at me.. I'm a dumbest person

[@dannyjohnson9644]

ok?