Jim Rohn, September 17, 1930 – December 5, 2009
Jim Rohn - picture I took at a private lunch I had with him.
Today is a very sad day.
No amount of positive thinking will change this.
The most influential man in my life, second only to my biological father, died today.
This morning at 2:30AM Pacific time my mentor, my philosophical father, Mr. Jim Rohn passed away.
I owe much of my personality, grit and determination to my dad. But when my own parents hardly recognize me it is because Jim took over and carried me beyond where my parents could.
Jim cemented my philosophical foundation and nourished my mind with ideas and ambitions never before imagined. Jim chiseled my character seminar by seminar, tape by tape, book by book, then CD by CD, hour by hour.
Jim emboldened my belief, in me and in my most daring dreams. When I fell and was bloodied, Jim was there with encouraging words to help me get back up. When I didn’t think I could go on, Jim convinced me I was stronger than I imagined. When I wanted a short cut, Jim reminded me aren’t any. Even when I got too caught up in trying to achieve and succeed, Jim compelled me to leave room to live, to laugh and to love.
All that I am and all that I have become is due in large part to one man, the man I lost today. I have never lost anyone who has meant more to me than Jim Rohn has meant to my life. This is a new experience for me.
I know I am not the only one who lost a friend, teacher or mentor today. Jim Rohn positively influenced the lives of millions of people all over the world.
Many people try and take this occasion to celebrate the deceased life. That is fine and I will, maybe tomorrow, but today my heart hurts.
I am trying to make my life count and when I am gone I want to be missed. Jim Rohn’s life counted, immensely. Now that he is no longer walking amongst us, he is missed, deeply… very deeply.
There is some good news to this, for you. I spent well over a 1,000 hours with Jim. 99% of that time was with him instructing me via his books, CDs or DVDs. Much of the material I studied was recorded even before the time I first met Jim. The same material, the same relationship I had with Jim is available to you, right now and forever more—in the work he has left behind. The good news is that Jim’s legacy and his mentorship lives on and is eternally available to you and to millions more.
Jim also lives on in me and in my never ending commitment to pass along and perpetuate his profound teachings and philosophical insights to millions more. That is my commitment to Jim and to you.
Memorial information and to view a special tribute video to Jim Rohn: http://tribute.jimrohn.com/
You can share your thoughts about Jim in the comments below, on the Jim Rohn Facebook Fan Site or on his Memorial Page.
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He taught us how to be human. Wisdom is the first word I think of when I reflect on Jim Rohn. Jim & I received the CPAE Speaker Hall of Fame award from NSA on the same night in 1985 at the J.W. Marriott Hotel in Washington DC. I felt his presence more this month than in a long time due to the CDs in Success magazine. I drove to Phoenix from LA and listened to hours of CDs! It was great re-living the wisdom from Jim Rohn.
Thank you also for continuing his work and extending his legacy. He left the world better than he found it.
[DARREN HARDY] Jim, you must be referring to one my favorite quotes of his: “Whether you stay six weeks, six months or six years, always leave it better than you found it.”-Jim Rohn And that he truly did!
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I first saw Jim 20 years ago and his words and wisdom have influenced me ever since. The world is a better place because of his honest approach to life. His legacy will live on forever.
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My email was brightened by a rotation of 22 quotes from Jim until our signatures were standardized. Each communication I sent carried one of his wonderful messages with it. I’m going to revive the practice in his memory. Thank you for your thoughtful, personal post. I’m sorry for your loss, and ours.
[DARREN HARDY] There is no better way to honor his memory than by sharing his words of wisdom with others. Thanks for sharing this with us, Roy!
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Jim came to my home for dinner in 1995 in Indianapolis after an event and we shared a magical night of laughter, wisdom and love. I will treasure those memories and his essence and brilliance forever. His wisdom is timeless as is he.
Rest in peace my friend knowing your life will shine bright long after your body is gone.
All my love and respect
John Assaraf
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I feel the same way!!
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My deepest condolences to you, Darren as you and your family grieve. May heaven’s comfort be an abiding presence in the days ahead.
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I remember my first seminar with Jim, it was in 1999 when I was 19 years old. After that seminar my life was changed. I learned a lot from that man, he will always be with us through his videos and CDs.
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He was the real deal.
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I got to spend a some time with Jim Rohn in Atlanta a few years ago and the experience really was transformational.
Jim will always be remembered by me and I am sure by those who he has touched as well.
God bless Jim Rohn!
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I’ve never met the man but have listened to hours and hours of his talks. I’m very saddened today. To me he wasn’t a guru. He was a down to earth real human being. I aspire to live my life the way he lived his. God Bless Jim and his family during this time.
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I first met Jim when I was 19 and lost … his words were key in inspiring me to source the courage to elevate my thinking and transform my life. Our first encounter was at a Tony Robbins Christmas party he was my “buddy” and we were asked to share a magic moment … he shared his moment with me which was a time where an audience of thousands sang a song for an audience of one (he was the one) … then it was my turn to share a magic moment … and I said, “it’s this moment right here and right now with you.” 13 years later I had the honor of speaking at the Success Symposium to open the days event and share the stage with Jim. Jim was unable to attend as he was not feeling well, but he called in and his radiant presence and vibrant spirit was with all of us – he was in our hearts. I had lost my voice that day, but my deepest joy and desire to share with the participants and express my gratitude for Jim’s impact in my life elevated my being above the momentary challenge of laryngitis and I experienced a miracle. That day, I felt as though my life had come full circle. Today, I celebrate Jim’s life with gratitude in my heart and a prayer on my lips. Jim, I am holding you in the most high. Infinite love and boundless blessings, xoxo.
[DARREN HARDY] Great story, Niurka. Warms my heart to hear these personal moments with Jim. Thanks for sharing it with us!
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I never met Jim Rohn and still consider him to have been one of my mentors in life. His message was so powerful and touching that my life will be changed forever by his insight. The world will never be the same but will ALWAYS be better by the grace of Mr Jim Rohn
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Jim was a very positive force in my life. Due to his instruction, my life has been changed forever. I will miss him a lot but thank the good Lord we have what he left behind…….a legacy of recordings and video’s we can all learn from. Yes, Jim, even though he has passed on from this plane of life to the next and is, I am sure walking hand in hand with the creator as we speak, can still teach us all every day. Rest in peace Jim. You have done more then anyone can say or speak for millions.
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Losing Jim feels very much like losing a long-time personal friend, a pen pal, someone whose words have affected me profoundly. Though he will no longer grace us with his physical presence, his wisdom will live on generation after generation. Still, he will be dearly missed.
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He lived 28,934 days and certainly left more than 57,868 smilles given to others around him.
This is reason enough to believe that he had well accomplished his mission.
The last lesson he left you is also the most beautifull, be sure of that, Darren, showing that knowledgment shall pass from body to soul throughout feelings and there yours are at this moment.
Your gratitude, shown on your sorrows, is payment enough for him.
[DARREN HARDY] Wow, thanks for such kind words, Marcos. I will hold them near and dear, especially during this tough time.
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Jim Rohn was definitely “one-of-a-kind” and so many lives were enriched because of this man, his caring, loving spirit and wisdom. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and close friends.
God bless you Jim, you will live on in the hearts of millions of people for generations to come.
We were blessed and privileged to have known you.
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Mr. Jim Rohn,Thank you very much.
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The legend has gone- thank you Mr Jim for all the wisdom you gave us !
Vesna from Zagreb,Croatia
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Today, I also feel like apart of me has been lost forever. However, I do remember Mr. Rohn saying that if I had him in my notes, I will take a piece of him with me. And the notes that I have, I will cherish them for a lifetime. I’ve never met Mr. Rohn in person or attended his live events, but all the CD’s, MP3’s and Books that I have read by him, has helped to mold my life. I can’t tell you how sad I am today. My condolences to Mr. Rohn’s family… I will pass on what I’ve learned from Mr. Rohn to others!
[DARREN HARDY] Truly, the best way to honor Jim is by sharing him with others. He will live through people just like us, sharing everything we learned from him with everyone we meet. Thank you for standing with me and continuing Jim’s legacy.
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JIM YOUR MISSION ON PLANET EARTH HAS COME TO AN END BUT YOUR LEGACY AND TEACHING WILL NEVER DIE AND WILL LIVE FOREVER BECAUSE YOU WERE UNIQUE IN YOUR DELIVERY MODE ON ANY TOPIC BY YOUR SIMPLE TERMS, CLEAR UNDERSTANDING ALL ISSUES AND DIRECT TO CORE ISSUES ON ANY TOPIC AND I HAVE ALWAYS LOVED YOUR WONDERFUL TOOLS ON “STRIPPING” AND CONVERTING THE MOST COMPLEX ISSUES TO THE SIMPLE IDAHO FARM BOY TRANSLATION THAT THE MASSES BEING THE STREET MAN AND WOMEN COULD UNDERSTAND AND DIGEST.
MORE IMPORTANT YOU TAUGHT ME TO LOOK AT ALL LIFE ASPECTS LIKE THE GAUGES ON A CAR FOR EXAMPLE WHEN WE MET ON 5 OCCASSIONS AT DIFFERENT VENUES YOU TAUGHT ME TO LOOK EVERYDAY AT MY HEALTH GAUGE, MY RELATIONSHIP GAUGE, MY FINANCIAL GAUGE, MY CHARITY GAUGE AND IN FACT ANY GAUGE TO DO THE RIGHT THING BY PEOPLE GAUGE AS WE LIVE IN A “PEOPLE WORLD” AND THAT YOU HAD NEVER MET A “RICH HERMIT” WHO HAD SUCCEED ALL BY HIMSELF AND LOVED TWO OF YOUR BEST SAYING FIRST SOME PEOPLE WANT YOU TO BELIEVE THEY ARE YOUR FRIEND WHEN IN FACT THEY ARE A “WOLF DRESSED IN SHEEP SKIN CLOTHING AMONG THE LAMBS” AND THE LAWS OF SOWING AND REAPING.
JIM I CAN SEE YOUR NEW MISSION JUST BEGINNING IN HEAVEN WHERE YOU WILL BE TEACHING THE ANGELS YOUR SIMPLE WAYS OF LIFE AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
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A true legend has past. Jim left such an indelible mark on all of our lives that had the privilege of meeting him… and those that studied him through his writing.
Those of us that were in TPN had such an honor to be blessed by Jim’s work. I will miss him… and more importantly – the world will miss his wisdom.
May we carry on his message.
Bill Covert
[DARREN HARDY] Nicely stated, Bill. Thank you for honoring Jim’s memory always.
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I was fortunate to have seen Jim in a live event several years ago, and have listened to many hours of him providing his wisdom for success in life. He was a man who had great command of his thinking and his wisdom will continue to bless mankind into the future.
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Darin, my thoughts and prayers are with you Brother. Jim Rohn was a man of faith and his legacy is our continued faith in the principles he espoused which included a profound belief in God. Through technology we can always have his words with us. Through faith we can look forward to being with him. Peace.
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Jim said “success leaves clues”. He left us all with incredible clues for living.
[DARREN HARDY] He certainly did, Larry, he certainly did!
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I first met Jim at an “Adventures in Achievement” seminar in Anaheim March 15th
1978. That night changed my life. I felt as thou he was talking directly to me when he talked about the major key to your better future is you. I was a new G.S.M for a Datsun store in Redlands and was in need of some major guidance. I got it that night and went from a somewhat negative person to a very positive one. I recruited many others to join “Adventures in Achievment” I was involved in many other seminars with Jim. I have most all of his C.D’s and DVD”s. I had the opportunity of meeting him again at the San Diego Convention Center on May 14 2001. I had him sign the notes that I took back in 78. It was a thrill to see him and speak to him after all of those years. A truly great man, I will miss him dearly.
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Just last week, I sat down and wrote Mr. Jim Rohn a letter, telling him how profoundly he has affected me life. So much so, in fact, that I felt an overwhelming need to share it with him. I sealed the letter and had it ready to go out in today’s mail.
I’m mailing it anyway.
Thanks to Jim Rohn, I know that success is what I attract by the person I become, and because of this, I am *already* successful because I work *every day* to be a better person. Mr. Rohn reminded me that my dreams are my lifeblood; that I can accomplish more than I’ve ever dreamed if I will just work steadily toward my goals; that the set of my sail is far more important than what winds may blow.
I’ve never seen one of his seminars and have yet to read one of his books (though, of course, I will); all I’ve learned from Mr. Rohn, I’ve learned from his audio programs, which are now vital to me and crucial to my success. One of the things I said in my letter was that I have not yet built the kind of network I require for my plans, but that – until I do – I count Mr. Rohn as one of my mentors. That will continue.
Thank you, Darren, for being one of the people to introduce me to Jim Rohn. I am a changed – and better – person as a result.
[DARREN HARDY] I’m so glad you went ahead and mailed the letter, even though by now he’s already read it! I’m sure he’d be happy to have you under his wing as well. Thanks so much for sharing your story with us.
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We all are sad today!
But he left us a great work, and a great challenge to never give up in learning becoming better and better.
You must know that I am from Serbia, and there are, also here, some of us that know and appreciate his work, and have a great respect for his work.
R.I.P.
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We all are sad today!
But he left us a great work, and a great challenge to never give up in learning becoming better and better.
You must know that I am from Serbia, and there are, also here, some of us that know and appreciate his work, and have a great respect for his work.
R.I.P.
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We all are sad today!
But he left us a great work, and a great challenge to never give up in learning becoming better and better.
You must know that I am from Serbia, and there are, also here, some of us that know and appreciate his work, and have a great respect for his work.
R.I.P.
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Darren I send this to you.
I am so sorry for your personal loss. I read your words and I can hear this profound sadness and sorrow. It is rare to go through life with a mentor, you were blessed. The way you speak of him – I can hear your love, respect and truth about this man.
I once had a mentor – my father – he died recently and I will say this. When it happened I was beside myself , however as I begin to reflect this year, it is obvious that his death was a turning point for me. His death became an opportunity to be the next mentor, to turn my life up a notch, to honour his legacy and apply everything he did for me.
My father would say to me – GOD will never give you something you can not handle – you have the strength to find your peace. Bless you and Bless Jim’s friends and family.
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Darren, my feelings mirror yours. What stands out most to me about Jim was that he lived a life consistent with his teaching. This is a great time for all of us to think about the legacy we want to leave.
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I saw the email yesterday from the Jim Rohn ezine people and my heart stopped.
My first thought was that one of my goals will not get accomplished. as an Herbalife distributor, I have worked long and hard to get my life in order and the business opportunity helped me more than anything, except for Jim, who finally convinced me, through his books, to get it all started. Jim had met Mark Hughes in the beginning and knew him before he passed on. In fact, I didn’t realize until a couple years ago that Jim had been very influential with helping many of the distributors in the network. It was my hope that would get to actually see him one more time. This time as a smashing success.
The I remembered the one time I did get to meet him in Colorado at an event he had made for the public. The tickets were 99$ and mine was 109$ because I got a parking ticket when I didn’t feed the meter. I didn’t want to miss a thing. I even got an autograph from Jim.
I remember sitting there dumbfounded. It was a look I am sure he has seen many times in his great life. People star struck into silence at his prescence. I wanted to show him that I could do it to.
Since then my own life has become dedicated to also helping people truly excel. I know there are big shoes to fill and I know there are plenty of others, but thanks to Jim, I know I have a place among them.
It won’t be easy but Jim’s message has been such a big part of my life, I can only wonder where I would be if I had not started reading his books when I did.
Thank you Jim, for everything you have brought to so many of us. And thank you Darren for helping us carry his torch to all of those who never got the chance to hear his message.
[DARREN HARDY] Scott, those are HUGE shoes to fill! But I know you can do it. Keep Jim close and you will truly excel in your endeavors.
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Jim Rohn was the father voice I never had.. I listened to Jim almost daily.. I had the privilege to host him in Boston.. I got a chance to pick him up and drive him to the airport.. Amazing to have him sitting in my car in person. One of my goals was to have Boston Clam Chowder in Boston with Jim and I accomplished that when we returned to the airport in Boston. I saved the plastic spoon he used and still have it to this day… I loved this man, and I know he will be deeply missed by millions of people.. I always tell people that before they die they need to listen to Jim Rohn.. He will change your life, as he did mine..RIP.. Ed Parker
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We were introduced to Jim Rohn and his teachings 8 years ago when we joined Herbalife…We had the privilege to speak to and get photos with him on 3 occasions at Herbalife Trainings even though we live and work in New Zealand…His teachings changed us and the way we thought then and now and we will always be grateful for this…As with you Darren we will try( in our small way) to carry on this AMAZING legacy he has left us all…Thank you Darren for your amazing publication and Thank you Jim Rohn for your amazing example of a life well lived…RIP…
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I was so sad to hear this news today…..I met Jim (and you too, Darren) during my TPN days, and he changed my life. He was absolutely wonderful!
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When I was 18, I had the incredible opportunity of meeting Jim. I still remember him saying, “It’s not what you get, it’s who you become, and who you become determines what you get”. For an 18 year old who never really read any books or listened to any tapes, that day was the day that turned my life around. For the last ten years or so there hasn’t been a day where I have not listened to Jim or shared one of his philosophies with someone. I will forever miss Jim, the teacher who appeared in my life several years ago and changed it forever…Thank you Jim
[DARREN HARDY] I’ve heard this same story many times, Greg, and it NEVER gets old. Thank you so much for telling it and for continuing to share Jim with others everyday!
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Jim Rohn, you were a mentor to me. Thanks to your wisdom and teachings, I am a better person today and will continue to learn through the books you wrote and audios you left.
Thank you for being such a great mentor.
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i am oy from China , i am the subscriber of this ezine.
that is a bad news for me when i read the email this morning..
thank you Jim Rohn , for everything and information you have even send to me .
you hare great man.
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Darren,
I am sorry for your loss. My family prays for your family and Jim’s family. Take the time you need to deal with this, reflect, grieve, and pray. But as my first mentor,my Uncle Louie, once told me that the sadness of his death will go away but the happiness of your relationship will never go away. It is impossible for any of us who have listened, read, or met Jim to ignore his voice. You know the one that he left in our head. If I close my eyes, I can hear him talking, in his voice, in my head right now.
I too am saddened by his passing but even as I think of him passing that thought is immediatly replaced with a thought of something he has said to me through one of his tapes and I get a small smile on my face. We always think of a great thought right after the sad thought, that is how I know there is a God. He will not let me ever dwell on the sad thought of Jim Rohn he will cover that with a happy, loving, and caring thought of Jim. This is how it will be for you. This week as you deal with the passing of your friend and mentor, you will be reminded of the happiness you two shared by talking face to face with loved ones and his millions of friends. The baton has been passed as it has been for centuries; Shoaf to Rohn to Hardy to all of us and so on and so on.
God Bless You!
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I met Jim Rohn recently through CD’s and books. I am grateful, as so many others who have been blessed by his wisdom and insight, to have had the opportunity to learn from him. His legacy is not what he leaves to us, but what he has put in us. May we continue to grow in knowledge and wisdom, first in Jesus Christ, and then through men like Jim Rohn.
In Christ Jesus
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Darren,
I am so sorry for your loss. Hearing of Jim’s passing brought tears to my eyes even though I never met him. His profound way of connecting with people, if only through CD, made it seem like he actually knew me even though I live thousands of miles away in Ireland. One of my goals was to meet Jim. The fact that I didn’t is all the more proof of the need to make goals, follow your dreams and leave a legacy. Jim Rohn has truly left a legacy and I’m sure his family and friends will take comfort in knowing how strong his faith was. Surely on Saturday morning he herd the words ‘well done good and faithful servant.’ I can’t imagine how hard it mist be for you Darren. He has begun the change in my life and I don’t even know him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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I just launched a career in the direct sales world 4 months ago (working FULLTIME ON MY FORTUNE and part-time on my job) and one of my mentors gave me a Jim Rohn CD, I work for a fortune 500 insurance company and the words, wisdom, insight and philosophies I have learned from listening to the words of Jim Rohn have FAR SURPASSED what I have learned in 8yrs and what PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT truly is.
I had a chance to listen to Darren in Anaheim on Sunday Dec 6th and the spirit of Jim Rohn will live on thru the teaching and inspiration of Darren Hardy! The messge was POWERFUL and I know Mr.Rohn was smiling down!
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Mr. Rohn touched millions of hearts and I am one among them. About 20,000 people in the auditorium (ACN International Convention – Anaheim, CA) paid this great soul by being silent for a minute and I am one among them. Millions of people learnt from his philosphy and I am one among them. I am one among the millions of people who could not meet him in person. The work he started will not come to an end for centuries to come. You and I are the torch bearers for this noble man’s great work. I am deeply saddened twice in my life, once my biological father passed away and again on Saturday. I treasure him in my thoughts and prayers. I prayed silently for him and his family members. I am letting this soul go to different worlds to MAKE A DIFFERENCE there.
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A living legend who not only set the standard but showed the way. Jim lived a life that mattered and in so doing, gave hope to us all. One more reason to get to heaven and what better way than serving our fellow man through Jim Rohn’s philosophy. Thank you, Jim.
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I was lucky enough to see Mr. Rohn 6 times. He had more impact on me than anyone other than my family. A great man. A great sould and the best teacher in the universe.
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One of the most enduring things that TPN left with me was my relationship with Jim Rohn. His words were echoing through my head today, twenty years later, as I drove to work behind a truck that said, “Rent me.” I heard Jim Rohn say, “Kids should have two bikes. One to ride and one to rent.”
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I found Jim Rohn later in life after Zig Ziglar introduced me to personal development. I’m so glad I did find Jim. He will be missed and remembered for the legacy he left behind.
We love you Jim, RIP.
Lynn Lane
http://www.Warriorofsuccess.com
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although,I never had the honor of meeting mr rohn in person ..I feel as close to him as his closest friend thur all his books tapes and cd’s more then any speaker/teacher I have ever known he has influenced my life the most and as I sat here typing this I am crying for I to feel a void ..to me he was..is a mentor who will be greatly missed I am glad to have ever tape/cd course and book most all worn form constant listening and reading and my greatest tribute to his legacy,his memory is that not only have I listened and read…but have applied and prospered emotionally,physically,and financially..and now working dillengently to pass on what I received from him to my sons and every young person in my circle of influence and beyond..thank you jim thank you.
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I must shamefully admit I had not heard of Mr. Rohn before last Saturday. I was in my car traveling to and from a meeting in a nearby city and for the first time heard several audio talks that came on the Success Magazine cd’s. I was very taken with Jim’s manner of speech, his direct uncomplicated ideas, and his apparent passion for what he spent his life doing. I was profoundly affected by what I heard and I made the decision to study this man’s work. I had discovered two key resources that day, Mr. Rohn and Success Magazine and I knew both would play a big role in my business and personal life. I was a bit shocked when I checked Darren’s blog yesterday and couldn’t help but contemplate the synchronicity of what had happened. I was very saddened by the news and wanted to express my condolences to Darren and all that knew Mr. Rohn or had benefited from his passion. We are blessed to have the legacy his work that will help many like me, in the future. Thanks Darren for introducing me to Mr. Rohn.
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Wow, look at all the beautiful valentines for this man, all touched by his life and his work.
Rest in Peace, sir.
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It is a huge loss to the world and personally. One of my goals was to see him live and I have put it off too long.
It is his final lesson to me I think. The regret of neglect will grab you by the throat and it won’t let go.
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He has left a legacy. Darren thank you for continuing his legacy with your work. Your message at the ACN convention was powerfull! Jim was smiling down on you!
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Two years ago I started working with a very successful Realtor in the San Gabriel Valley of CA. He would always seem to find a way to get everything we talked about back to Jim Rohn. I would giggle at the way he admired this man. After about a year of giggling, he sent me home with CD’s, DVD’s and books from all of his different Jim Rohn weekends. I sat down and became inspired. All weekend, I took notes and rewound and re-listened, re-read and researched. I couldn’t help but think that all that I wanted to be could be mapped out already. A man I never met changed my life. I still feel the tears welling up in my eyes daily. It’s so upsetting.
Darren, I hope that you and yours are able to continually feel blessed with the time you were able to have with him.
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I was stunned when I received the news in my email box this past Saturday. Just shocked that a man with such vitality and wisdom has passed on. My favorite saying of his is that we must work harder on ourselves than on our jobs. When I first heard that I felt shocked and asked myself “should I dare do that?”. I’ve always been taught to work hard at my job. Jim taught me it was vital that I worked hard on myself. When he said “when you work hard at a job, you make a living, when you work hard on yourself, you make a fortune” the light bulb clicked in my brain. Thanks Jim for the wisdom you taught me.
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Mr. Rohn was such a powerful man… His legacy will live on for generations upon generations. You will be missed Mr. Rohn
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AT LEAST I STILL HAVE HIS WORDS OF WISDOM WITH THE CD’S I HAVE.
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In 1970’s I was involved with Shaklee and someone gave me a tape called 3 basic laws. I was cleaning my garage one Saturday and decided to listen to it. I started the player and never did get to work on the garage that day. It changed my life. Over the years I attended several seminars and I have a great collection of his works. The last seminar was in Chicago. He was there along with Mark Victor Hanson and Fran Tarkington. What a time. I have written to Mr. Rohn and he has answered my letters with profound wisdom. I loved him and will miss him greatly.
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What a sad day that was for the world, to lose a great thinker as he. Jim Rohn came into our family’s life about a year ago when, almost simultaneously, we received one of Jim’s books Twelve Pillars by Jim Rohn and Chris Widener from the TEAM leadership training system and we started receiving audios of Jim through Success Magazine. Very quickly our family, including all the kids, fell in love with Jim’s message, style and stories. The kids can be heard quoting his words often. He made us laugh and he made us think and he was truly special – a gentle man with a powerful message. We recently made plans to record an audio CD with Jim’s teachings for a specific project we are working on. We will now have to use the sixth sense to communicate with Jim! Definitely a life well lived. Thank you Jim.
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Thank you Mr.Rohn for being such a giver, always adding value and filling our hearts and minds with thought provoking information to ‘ponder’ that transfomed countless lives. You have made a difference in my life and for that i pray that you are reaping in heaven, what you sowed here on earth. Your presence will be missed for generations to come.
God Bless
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Wow! This is amazing…here I am one of the very few whose life was NOT touched by Mr. Rohn while he was alive yet here..now..I sense a greatness and am awed at the outpouring of affection..love for this man! This is a strange place for me as well, Darren, but not because I share the grief you feel for losing an obviously huge part of your life but because having spent the better part of my life in personal development I never listened to or studied Mr. Rohn’s work…..now I sense his greatness and his legend and feel a loss for not having come to this sooner. Yet, as you so aptly stated, I can still benefit from his work via his legacy and so in essence he does truly live on, Darren! And, in that, I hope you find solace, cheer and peace! So..Mr. Rohn…here I am.. a new student for you and one who now has a tremendous amount of respect, eagerness and gratitude for you and about you and I have yet to start my study! My condolences to Mr. Rohn’s family and to you and yours Darren ….
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I’m sure many can relate to the feeling of Jim Rohn as a Father figure but we can only imagine the profound loss that those closest too him must be experiencing.
I hope that they also have perhaps found some peace and acceptance over the many months that he was in failing health. His spirit is now free of the burden!
Personally, I will never forget having the privilege of spending a hour in conversation with Jim Rohn as I drove him to the airport after a speaking engagement.
When we got to the curb at departures his parting words were, ” I’m proud of you!”
I was overwhelmed. Profound, caring, well chosen, Fatherly words.
Listen to his voice and words, remember the conversations, and the message will always be that he has faith in our abilities and challenges us to achieve the greatness in all areas of life that we desire and deserve.
Now it really is up to us to live and continue to teach the message!
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No tengo palabras para describir la muerte de Jim, aunque no tuve el placer de platicar con el he escuchado sus audios y leido parte de sus libros, y se que el ha tocado muchas vidas con sus palabras de sabiduria, tan sencillas pero a la vez tan profundas que te hacen reflexionar y saber que tenemos el poder de hacer algo grande de nuestra vida, y desarrollarte a lo maximo. Gracias jim por tu legado de sabiduria que muchos de nosotros seguiremos disfrutando. Gracias jim por ser el gran hombre que eras.
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dear Mr. Darren,
this past weekend when I heard the news about Mr. Jim Rohn, I was speechless. I’m quite young and I first heard Jim when I was 18 and about to make a very pivotal decision in my life, to serve our country or to go into network marketing. When I saw you this past weekend in Anaheim, I was comforted b/c I knew like Chris Widener and Anthony Robbins.. you upheld his legacy and for a little while I could remember him through you. I never got to see Jim personally though I hear him in my head everyday, everywhere, and in everything I do.. Seeing you and being mentored by you esp. through Success Magazine made me feel that much closer to the man. I too will become a personal development coach to someone someday and I would want nothing more than what Jim would always say.. “A piece of me goes with you today.” Mr. Rohn, you are truly missed but never ever forgotten. Thank you for your endless effort to pave the path for winners and for leaving us with so many teachers who continue to light the way. Baruch HaShem and Shalom.
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How beautiful, Darren! What a wonderful tribute to a truly amazing man. Your words brought tears to my eyes. No other words can come close to describing the effects Jim Rohn has had on countless individuals. Thank you for your heartfelt expression of love and gratitude to the memory of this giant among men.
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I am very sorry for your loss Darren. I recently have just discovered Jim and I am looking forward to getting to know him better both through you and his material.
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I’m so sorry Darren.
Jim Rohn is amazing!
Thank you for introducing him to me through your magazine.
May he rest in peace, and his philosophy continue to inspire forever.
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Dear Darren,
I’m so sorry for your loss. The memories you have of your mentor the GREAT Jim Rohn are beautiful. Mr. Jim Rohn was an extraordinary man – truly one and only or better yet one-of-a-kind. Thank YOU so much for opening your heart and sharing your memories with us.
I remember as if it was only yesterday, Saturday, July 12, 2008 – when I attended the SUCCESS Symposium in Anaheim. I was so excited that Mr. Jim Rohn was going to be speaking and then disappointed when I heard that he was not going to be attending because of his health. It was a memorable moment regardless because of the amazing words of wisdom that he spoke so passionately. I’m so glad that I wrote everything down word for word.
Thank YOU so much for making that memory possible!
With sympathy,
Vanessa
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Dear Darren
Our dream was one day to meet up with him and show him the change he had done in our lives. We pry the one day God will unite us in Heaven. Thank you for sharing with us his stories and teaching through the magazine we are looking forward to the next issue.
Jim may you rest in peace.
Abigail & Meinrad from London
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Hi Darren, thanks again for your Success Audio CDs. It was during my driving time back and forth to work where I had the chance to listen to Jim Rohn. He definitely helped me implement reading into my daily life. I still remember his words, “you’ve got to read.” I have taken his advice and yours to get up a 1/2 hour earlier and study the book you are reading. I am on my fourth book since I changed my habits and thanks again to Jim Rohn and Success magazine.
Linda
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Hi Jim’s
I’m Iranian, reading books I’m very happy. God is you.
Remember Jim’s
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I didn’t have a mentor until I decided it would be Jim Rohn. I remember Darren saying that if you don’t have a mentor in person, find someone you resonate with and study what they teach. Jim Rohn made the lessons of life simple for me. I was fortunate enough to talk to him and listen to him personally at an event.
His life impacted millions for the better, I know what I must do to honor his teachings.
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Rest in peace Mr. Kim Rhon ! You are among us. The postive seed you planted in our lives, will never go away. We are grateful, and thankful for your legacy. Great Human Being ! Higly Spirited ! You were embodied by greatness, and already written in the hearts of many…… Your humble apprentice R. Estrada
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Many words to take with me…so I will only use two…quoted by Jim…..
EVERYTHING MATTERS! See you Jim when I get to Heaven..hold a place
for me. Woody
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A man’s true wealth is the good he does in this world. Beauty is eternity gazing at itself in a mirror, but you are eternity & you are the mirror. (Khalil Gibran)
“If you don’t design your own life plan, chances are you’ll fall into someone else’s plan, and guess what they’ve planned for you – keep guessing”
(I thank the Almighty for blessing me, to fall into Mr.Rohn’s plan – need i say more)
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It was with great sadness that I heard of Jim’s passing in Dec. Only today have I found this place to express my love for a man I never had the good fortune to meet. However, I feel I have met the spirit of the man as he gave the so much of himself through his loving words of wisdom and instruction. What a legacy he has left. Jim goes with me as I listen to him at home and in my car.
My thoughts and prayers go to his family and to all those who feel the pain of his absence.
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As I listened to video tape today “Your Best Year Ever” it hit me now more than ever before how timeless his words were. As I find my oldest child going off to college this fall, I find myself trying to impart Mr. Rohn’s idea s to her before she leaves. Jim Rohn touched alot of people’s lives in a very positive matter. This world could use a a few more Jim Rohn’s GOD BLESS
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Did you modify this theme yourself? I like the color scheme
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Darren Hardy Reply:
August 6th, 2010 at 12:37 pm
Thanks, Cuadra!!!
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