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Episode 239: Why You Keep Shrinking To Belong with Darrin Johnson

August 18, 2026

Why growth feels lonely — and why you can’t keep shrinking to belong. What if the people closest to you love you deeply… but still struggle when you start to change? In this episode of I Dare You, Darrin Johnson explores one of the most uncomfortable truths about growth: becoming a better version of yourself can disrupt the relationships, routines, and rooms that were built around the old you. Whether you’re stepping into a new school year, building a business, changing your habits, chasing a...

Episode 238: Stop Trying to Be Interesting — Be Interested Instead with Darrin Johnson

August 11, 2026

What if the secret to being unforgettable isn’t being more impressive — but making other people feel more seen? In this episode of I Dare You, I’m sharing a simple, practical framework I call The Connection Code — five habits that will help you build stronger connection in every conversation: at home, at work, with your team, with your friends, and even with people you just met. Because connection is not charisma. It’s a skill. And you can practice it in the very next conversation you have. I...

Episode 237: Do the Hard Thing Now & Make Life Easier Later with Darrin Johnson

August 04, 2026

In this solo episode of I Dare You, I’m breaking down one of the most powerful paradoxes for building the life you say you want: The disciplined life is an easier life. And the right sacrifices create more freedom. This episode is not about suffering for the sake of suffering. It’s about choosing what matters most over what feels good right now. If you feel like you’re working hard but not moving forward — or you keep telling yourself, “I’ll start when life slows down” — this episode is for y...