Pursuit of Dreams and Freedom, And Sparking Potential in Kids with Global Humanitarian Todd Lawson (E65)

06-06-2024 • 54 mins

Welcome back to Flipping the Lid! Today’s guest is Todd Lawson, a seasoned traveler, humanitarian, and the driving force behind a grassroots foundation that takes kids on life-changing international trips.

In this episode, we'll dive into Todd's extensive journeys across 80 countries, his powerful work with kids, and the profound impact of perseverance and adventure.

He shares heartfelt stories, including a touching testimonial from a young girl in Uganda, the challenges and triumphs on the road in Southern Bolivia, and the life lessons learned from traveling in remote areas. We'll explore the joy of seeking freedom, both personally and through his new brand, and discuss the constraints of money versus the pursuit of happiness.

Journey with us through Todd's reflections on maintaining a pure mindset, helping others, and the significant, sometimes tragic, moments that shaped his path, like the legacy of his late brother, continuing his spirit of adventure and serving others.

In this episode we talked about:

09:33 Escaping judgments while traveling.
22:32 Epic educational travel adventures.
29:32 Travel nightmare.
36:26 How "should" is holding you back!
49:08 The secret to a meaningful life.

And much more...

Todd opens up about the struggle to ask for help, the liberation found in impact over income, and how these experiences fuel his mission at the Rise and Shine Foundation.

Get ready to be inspired by Todd's unwavering belief in self-trust and the importance of experiential learning.

Let's flip the lid on Todd's extraordinary journey.

Enjoy!

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