A Race Against Blindness w/ Dr. Stephen Johnston

Summary Dr. Steven Johnson, a father, radiologist, non-profit founder, and Ironman athlete, shares his journey of founding a non-profit organization called Race Against Blindness after his son was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, a rare genetic condition that causes vision loss. He discusses the challenges of balancing his full-time job, running the non-profit, and being present for his family. Johnson emphasizes the importance of finding purpose and being of service to others as a way to overcome challenges and make a difference in the world. Steve Johnston discusses the importance of taking action and making a positive impact on others. He emphasizes the power of service to others and the potential for the butterfly effect to create significant change. Steve also shares his involvement with the nonprofit organization Race Against Blindness, which funds research to cure childhood blindness. He highlights the tangible impact that donations can have and encourages listeners to spread awareness about the cause. In the context of fatherhood, Steve emphasizes the importance of living life to the fullest and not waiting for tomorrow. He encourages fathers to be present for their families and lead by example. Takeaways Dr. Steven Johnson founded the non-profit organization Race Against Blindness after his son was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa. Balancing a full-time job, running a non-profit, and being present for family can be challenging, but it is important to prioritize and manage time effectively. Finding purpose and being of service to others can help overcome challenges and make a positive impact. Volunteering and getting involved in the community can lead to personal growth and fulfillment. Being a leader in your home and community can create positive change and inspire others. Taking action and making a positive impact on others can inspire and motivate them to overcome challenges. Service to others and servant leadership can create a butterfly effect, leading to significant change. Donations to nonprofit organizations can have a tangible and immediate impact on important causes. Spreading awareness about a cause is a crucial first step in making a difference. Fatherhood means putting family first, being a rock for your family, and leading by example. Living life to the fullest and not waiting for tomorrow is essential for personal growth and fulfillment. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 03:20 Discovering the Rare Genetic Condition 09:17 The Emotional Impact and Taking Action 14:12 Balancing Work, Nonprofit, and Family Life 18:44 Finding Purpose and Being of Service 22:43 The Power of Making a Positive Impact 25:26 The Butterfly Effect: Small Actions, Big Changes 27:28 Race Against Blindness: Funding Research to Cure Childhood Blindness 29:21 Race Against Blindness: Racing Against Time and Blindness 31:09 From Ironman Athlete to Inspiring Father: Overcoming Challenges 35:49 Join the Race: Spreading Awareness and Making an Impact 38:35 Live Life to the Fullest: Don't Wait, Take Action 41:43 Fatherhood: Giving It All Without Regrets 46:03 Inspiring Others: Be Motivated, Not Comparing 48:48 Supporting Race Against Blindness: Donate, Share, and Spread the Word 49:22 New Chapter A Race Against Blindness - Nonprofit funding sight-saving research www.4fitfatherhood.carrd.co You have a limited offer you can use now, that gets you up to 48% off your first subscription or 20% off one time purchases with code 4FIT20 at checkout You can claim it at: https://magicmind.com/4fit20 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/4fitfatherhood/support