Darren James @thedarrenjames

Dad, biochemist, MBA. Thinking about psychedelics, mindfulness and business. thedarrenjames.com Canada Joined October 2015

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

The most evolved humans don't just solve problems—they transcend them. They see the world as one living system, blend scientific knowledge with spiritual wisdom, and act from a place of profound interconnection. They're not trapped in polarized thinking but embrace paradox,…

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

I want to start recording YouTube videos. Going to use my top performing newsletters as content ideas. I have a decent mic and a good webcam. Any advice on getting started? Or should I just go ahead and hit record. Cheers friends.

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

The older I get, the more I appreciate how important it is to find balance in life: - Working vs. playing - Staying active vs. relaxing - Gaining knowledge vs taking action - Building wealth vs. enjoying your money Some days I feel like I'm talking along a tightrope.

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

Goals in life: - Be financially free - Work on cool stuff with cool people - Spend as much time as possible with loved ones. That’s it.

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

Burnout: Your soul telling your mind + body to stop working on stuff you don’t give a damn about.

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

The world needs more conscious business leaders. The Psychedelic MBA will help. thedarrenjames.com/p/the-psychede…

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

We chase happiness by adding things when true peace comes from subtraction. Fewer commitments. Simpler routines. Less digital noise. The greatest luxury isn't what you own - it's what you can let go.

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

3 signs you're growing faster than you realize: 1. You pause before reacting 2. You question your familiar patterns 3. You feel uncomfortable in old environments Growth feels like outgrowing.

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

Your burnout isn't from working too hard. It's from working on things that don't reflect your deepest values. When your daily actions contradict what truly matters, your soul protests through exhaustion.

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

Your brain runs on different frequencies: Beta – focus, problem-solving Alpha – relaxed creativity Theta – meditation, intuition Delta – sleep, healing Master them, and you won’t just think differently - you’ll experience reality differently.

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

I heard a phrase that 10'xd my leadership: "Presence over productivity." The most impactful people aren't the busiest—they protect their thinking time fiercely. True value emerges from quality of attention, not hours worked.

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

The two most powerful words in the English language: - No - Yes Use them wisely.

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

Busyness is often a disguise for avoidance. People who create lasting impact aren't those constantly in motion, but those who cultivate presence. They protect their thinking space because they know connection to purpose requires stillness. Don't confuse activity with meaning.

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

9 months ago

You've been lied to. Psychedelics aren’t the dangerous substances they’re made out to be. While they carry some risks, when used responsibly, they can be powerful tools for healing, growth, and unlocking potential. Understand them, and they can transform your life (thread):

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

The enlightened entrepreneur: - Treats fear as a teacher, not an enemy - Sees abundance where others see scarcity - Operates from interconnection, not isolation - Creates value systems, not just value propositions - Embraces death of ideas as necessary evolution Your business…

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

The psychedelic business journey: - Ego dissolution reveals your true motivations - Pattern recognition unveils hidden market connections - Integration transforms insights into sustainable models - Presence replaces frantic productivity - Purpose becomes the organizing principle…

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

Your business problems aren't separate from your personal ones. They're the same energy manifesting in different domains. Heal one, you heal both.

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Darren James @thedarrenjames

4 months ago

Your greatest business ideas emerge not when you're not working. Most creators focus exclusively on two modes: OUTPUT (creating content, building products) and INPUT (consuming books, podcasts, courses). They completely overlook the third essential phase - contemplation. I've…