Episode 70 - Jeff Hahl - Unstoppable: Jeff’s Journey from Adversity to Purposeful Impact

This episode: Unstoppable: Jeff’s Journey from Adversity to Purposeful Impact. 

 

Here’s what you’ll learn about:

Overcoming adversity and finding purpose in life. (0:01)

• Jeff Hahl shares his personal story of resilience and determination, despite facing adversity from a young age with severe asthma.
• Jeff credits his success to his ability to adapt and find strength in his challenges, inspiring others to do the same.

Overcoming identity crisis after accident. (2:44)

• An accident in Australia left Jeff with broken legs, and he lost identity as athlete and semester abroad participant.
• Jeff recovered through the grace of God, gained deeper appreciation for people with needs and accessible spaces.

Life-changing experience in Africa. (6:57)

• Jeff recounts his journey of mentorship and service in Africa, from teaching English to street kids to starting nonprofit organizations.
• He describes his experience of being in a minority for the first time, struggling with language barriers and cultural differences.
• Jeff reflects on how his time in Africa has changed his life and purpose, and how he continues to return every year to help their community.

Education, mentorship, and community service. (11:27)

• Jeff has dedicated his life to helping others, first in Rwanda and now in the US, where he lives in a predominantly black neighborhood and works with local organizations to mentor and uplift young people.
• Jeff's experiences in Rwanda and the US demonstrate his commitment to being a minority in areas of need and using his skills and resources to make a positive impact, despite the challenges he faces as a result.

Mentorship and fatherhood in an urban community. (14:47)

• Jeff reflects on his experience mentoring youth in his hometown, highlighting the importance of listening and encouraging them.
• He shares personal experiences of struggling with self-worth and father wounds, which he believes are common among the youth they mentor.
• Jeff describes a heartwarming moment with a 17-year-old mentee who was overwhelmed with emotion, highlighting the impact of his mentorship on the young person's life.

Childhood trauma and healing with a therapist. (18:50)

• Jeff discusses his work with vulnerable children and young men, including those who have been sexually abused or neglected, and the importance of creating a safe space for them to share their experiences.
• He reflects on his own personal journey and how it reinf