How I Rebuilt My Life After the LA Fires—And How You Can Too

SuperLife with Darin Olien

Darin Olien

Activism, Motivation, Environment, Education, Self-improvement, Fitness, Wellness, Health, Alternative Health, Health & Fitness

4.8 • 1.4K Ratings

🗓️ 15 January 2025

⏱️ 71 minutes

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Summary

How Do We Build Resilience in the Face of Unimaginable Devastation?

In this special episode, Darin Olien shares his deeply personal story of loss and rebuilding after wildfires destroyed his home—not once, but twice. Joined by Dr. Michael Gervais, a high-performance psychologist, and Jim Poole, CEO of NuCalm, this conversation dives into the emotional, mental, and physical challenges of trauma and offers science-backed tools for resilience and recovery.

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Complete Timecodes & Topics Covered:

(00:00:00 - 00:00:46) Welcome to Building Resiliency Through Devastation
Host Jeff Patterson introduces Darin Olien and the purpose of this program, designed to provide support, hope, and practical tools for navigating trauma.
(00:00:46 - 00:01:26) You Are Not Alone
A message of solidarity for those affected by fires and other crises, emphasizing community and care.
(00:01:26 - 00:02:24) Introducing the Guests
Meet Dr. Michael Gervais, host of Finding Mastery, and Jim Poole, a leader in brain science and CEO of NuCalm.
(00:02:24 - 00:03:12) A Tribute to Darin Olien
Jeff shares personal anecdotes about Darin’s authenticity, resilience, and unwavering support for others.
(00:03:12 - 00:06:22) Darin’s Story: Losing Everything, Twice
Darin recounts the devastating experience of losing his home to wildfires and the process of navigating shock, grief, and rebuilding.
(00:06:22 - 00:11:16) The Power of Community and Love
How friends, family, and community provide the greatest medicine during times of crisis.
(00:11:16 - 00:14:21) The Complexity of Emotions
Dr. Gervais and Darin discuss the overwhelming emotions of anger, sadness, and fear—and why it’s crucial to sit with them.
(00:14:21 - 00:20:17) Navigating Trauma and Taking Action
Balancing external and internal actions to cope with loss and finding moments of clarity amidst chaos.
(00:20:17 - 00:28:08) Reframing Suffering and Finding Meaning
Insights into how reframing challenges can create opportunities for growth and transformation.
(00:28:08 - 00:33:57) Practical Tools for Emotional Healing
Techniques for observing, naming, and releasing emotions to foster resilience and recovery.
(00:33:57 - 00:44:18) The Seduction of Victimhood
Darin reflects on the cultural tendency to adopt a victim mindset and the power of reclaiming agency.
(00:44:18 - 00:50:04) Honoring Loss and Moving Forward
Darin shares personal stories of grieving lost family heirlooms and finding strength through connection.
(00:50:04 - 01:02:27) Introducing NuCalm: Science-Backed Healing
Jim Poole explains how NuCalm technology helps regulate stress, improve sleep, and support emotional resilience during trauma.
(01:02:27 - 01:10:24) The Importance of Sleep and Theta Brainwaves
Discover the science behind NuCalm’s ability to promote deep relaxation and cellular restoration.
(01:10:24 - 01:12:58) A Gift for Healing: One Year of NuCalm Free
Learn how to access NuCalm technology to support your recovery and resilience journey.

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0:00.0	Welcome to building resiliency through devastation, presented by Super Life and Darren O'Lean.
0:06.8	We're going to bring Darren on here in just a minute, but I want to just let you know what this
0:11.6	program is, how this call will unfold. I'm Jeff Patterson. I'm a coach and advisor to the
0:17.8	Super Life team, and Darren specifically in the team really wanted to
0:22.4	reach out and create a call designed to support you right now at this very special time.
0:29.5	Whether you're affected by the fires, whether you know someone who is, or perhaps you're
0:34.2	around the globe dealing with something else, or just want a shot in the arm of
0:38.8	inspiration and goodness this program has been designed to have you know one thing and one thing alone
0:45.8	you are not alone you are cared for and there is support you're going to meet a couple people on
0:54.0	this call first of all dr mich Dr. Michael Jerva.
0:57.8	You've probably seen him on the Finding Mastery podcast, which has been around for a long time.
1:02.4	It is very inspiring. He's going to interview Darren. They're going to have an intimate conversation
1:07.0	about the fires and really what Darren is going through. You may not know this. Darren lost his
1:13.3	entire property to the fire about seven years ago and is in the process of rebuilding it. And now
1:19.9	he is fleeing from the area because fire threatens to take it once again. They will have an intimate conversation and Dr. Michael
1:29.7	is a master at pulling magic and inspiration out of a conversation. You will feel heard yourself
1:35.7	as you witness this conversation. Del Xolome wisdom. And then you're going to meet a man named
1:42.3	Jim Poole. Jim Poole is the CEO of Newcom, and he is also a recognized leader in brain science.
1:50.6	Jim's going to teach us about how the brain metabolizes change, trauma, and how it works,
1:56.7	and how you can let go of stress and anxiety through science-backed technology and tools.
2:03.2	It's going to be eye-opening, and it's going to be very special.
2:07.7	Most importantly, this call is about you.
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