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At 15 months old, Darren fell off some stairs and sustained a huge brain injury.
He shares his journey through life working in different jobs, with the brain injury he sustained and how he was healing it without even knowing what he was doing.
00:00 Introduction
01:22 Darren's story of brain injury
13:00 Dad's therapy
17:31 One third of brain is dead
23:49 Starting to learn about brain rewiring
26:08 Shock from the Neurologist
30:28 Back to school to inspire children
36:36 Gratitude for the accident
41:27 Tip to overcome brain injury
Darren's Bio
"Empowering others through inspiration and hard work - that's Darren’s motto!"
Darren Jewell, is mind management coach who can help you maintain and even increase your cognitive abilities, a seasoned customer service expert, chef, plumber, and website developer with a passion for helping others grow. With over 35 years of experience, he mastered the art of communication, adaptability, and problem-solving. Darren thrives in fast-paced environments, always ready to take on new challenges. Darren’s journey has taught him the value of resilience, empathy, and continuous learning.
Darren had the privilege of working with diverse teams, from catering services to IT, and has honed his skills in:
♦ Increasing brain cognitively
♦ Customer service, cash handling, and conflict resolution.
♦ Team leadership, training, and development.
♦ Time management, prioritisation, and goal achievement.
♦ IT skills, including Microsoft Office and website development.
As an inspirational speaker based in London, UK, Darren shares his remarkable story to motivate others. At just 15 months old, he fell off a balcony and spent 3 weeks in a coma. Unbeknownst to him, one-third of my brain was dead from the accident. But here's the amazing part - 20 years later, routine scans showed no change... until he was put on furlough during the pandemic and he used that time to stimulate his brain. In 2021, another scan revealed that he had miraculously brought the dead area back to life by stimulating blood vessels to pump blood to the affected area!
This experience has taught Darren the power of neuroplasticity and the importance of continuous learning. He is now dedicated to spreading the message that it's never too late to learn something new and make a positive impact on your life.
With a strong foundation in mechanical engineering, he developed a unique problem-solving approach. His experience in stock management has shown him the value of efficiency and organisation. Darren has achieved:
♦ 35+ years of customer service experience
♦ 20+ years of leadership and team management
♦ 10+ years of website development and IT skills
♦ Successfully managed teams of up to 4 members
♦ Consistently received positive feedback for excellent customer service
When Darren is not working, you can find him keeping fit, cooking, or exploring new hobbies. Darren is always looking for ways to grow, learn, and connect with like-minded individuals. He is proud to be a member of The Complementary Medical Association and enjoys staying updated on industry trends.
Contact
Instagram https://instagram.com/darrentheinspirational speaker
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552509590094
Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-jewell-96178054/