Léon Logothetis in front of Kindness Two
Before becoming a household name as an international adventurer, television host, motivational speaker and best-selling author, Léon Logothétis lived a seemingly charming life as a stockbroker in the bustling financial center of London. On the surface, his life seemed enviable, but beneath the veneer of success, he struggled with chronic depression. “I didn’t feel connected,” he says.
Leon Logothetis when his bike was repaired
At 27, Logothetis saw the film Motorcycle logs and decided to quit her job, travel the world and rely on kindness. “The first thing I did was hitchhike to Costa Rica on $5 a day. From there I went from Times Square to the Hollywood sign. And then I went from Paris to Moscow – from the Eiffel Tower to Red Square, and I hitchhiked from London to Scotland and back.
Logothetis eventually moved to Los Angeles and opened a television production company. One day, he was walking on Hollywood Boulevard when he saw a homeless man holding a sign that read: Kindness is the best medicine. Something about that moment made him have an epiphany. “I quit my job again, bought a vintage yellow motorcycle I named Kindness One, and traveled the world relying on kindness.”
Léon Logothétis
As the host of the popular Netflix show, Kindness Journals, now streaming on Discovery+, Logothetis traveled to more than 100 countries without money, relying solely on the kindness of strangers along the way. The plot twist was that unsuspecting good Samaritans would receive a life-changing gift.
One day, he met a homeless man who offered to put him up for the night. The next morning, Logothetis booked him an apartment and helped him return to school.
The following season, he went from Alaska to Argentina using a 50-year-old yellow beetle he named Kindness Two, traveling from Alaska to Argentina, once again trusting in the kindness of strangers, from a Canadian bushman who came to his aid to a street musician who opened their homes and more importantly their hearts to show kindness.
Léon Logothetis’ book, Go Be Brave
Put pen to paper
In his new book Come on, be brave (BenBella April 2023), he shares 24 (and ¾) new adventures for a fearless, wiser and truly magnificent life. “I believe that courage is a choice – the choice to reconnect with our humanity – and it is a choice we can make every day. » He says this book is a simple concept and journal that will strengthen your muscles as a human being, remind you how brave you really are, and inspire people to go out and live their best lives.
Through his adventures, Logothetis has become a beacon of hope and a living testament to the profound impact of choosing a path of kindness and empathy. He dedicated his life to inspiring others to embrace the art of giving and receiving, emphasizing that human connections transcend cultural, geographic and socio-economic boundaries. Here are some of her favorite tips for living a life with more courage:
1. Embrace uncertainty. One of the most crucial aspects of success as an entrepreneur is the ability to navigate uncertain times. Bravery and courage enable entrepreneurs to face the unknown and seize the opportunities and opportunities they need to grow. It’s those who are afraid who sink. By embracing uncertainty, you can identify new opportunities, create innovative solutions, and stay the course.
2. Question the narrative. Entrepreneurs must continually adapt to stay relevant. The next big company could do what you do, but with 1% difference! Bravery and courage give us the strength to challenge norms, question conventions, and seek new ideas. This not only helps entrepreneurs maintain an edge, but also allows them to adopt the mentality of trying new ideas without fear of failure. When I wanted to make a TV show (with no experience!), I didn’t listen to the Peanut Gallery, I defied that narrative and with courage and LOTS of failure, I managed to make a show hit TV show on Netflix!
3. Pursue audacious goals. Have you heard of a shot at the moon? They say that if you aim for the moon with your lenses and don’t succeed, you will still land among the stars. To achieve extraordinary goals, you must set big, audacious goals that will require boldness and courage. How many times have you heard stories of people saying that something was impossible to achieve a few months later and change the world forever? This reminds me of Roger Bannister breaking the very first 4 minute mile. Now this time is beaten all the time! It’s amazing what happens when we break our comfort zones and bravely move forward.
Léon Logothetis with children in an orphanage
As he looks to the future, he offers advice to today’s entrepreneurs and leaders. “Never give up. If you have an idea, even if someone tells you it’s not a good idea, go for it. People have told me that kindness doesn’t sell. Well, I ‘went there. And here we are!’