Ian Bowen

"Watch Me Mindset" is a dynamic and transformative presentation designed for individuals who feel trapped by life’s challenges, whether due to health crises, career setbacks, or emotional struggles. This inspiring talk delves into the themes of resilience, mindset, and motivation, urging attendees to rise above adversity and reclaim their confidence and sense of worth.

In this keynote, resilience and mindset coach Ian Bowen talks to the "sidelined achievers,” those who have faced adversity and want to rebuild their lives. He introduces the Watch Me Mindset™️Method. A three step framework that harnesses positive persistence and self-belief to overcome setbacks and unlock potential without being held back by fear or adversity.

Watch Me Mindset reframes personal transformation as a deliberate process for surmounting limiting beliefs and dismantling self-imposed obstacles. This approach focuses on cultivating a perspective defined by possibilities rather than constraints, and enabling individuals to acknowledge their inherent potential to respond with assured declaration, "Watch me!" when confronted by life's difficulties and uncertainties.

Through compelling storytelling, practical models, and real-world examples, Ian unveils how to cultivate:
-Resilience: Gain insight into the strength required to overcome both personal and professional challenges.

-Mindset: Learn to adopt a proactive approach to life’s obstacles, transforming adversity into opportunity.

-Motivation: Discover how to harness your internal drive to achieve remarkable goals, no matter the odds stacked against you.

After this keynote, participants takeaways:
-Identify Negative Thoughts: Learn techniques to recognize and halt negative thinking patterns before they become limiting beliefs.

-R.I.N.S.E Method: Discover the R.I.N.S.E method to navigate and overcome life's challenges effectively.
R: Remember past achievements to reinforce confidence.
I: Imagine your ideal self and the changes you wish to see.
N: Notice small wins to celebrate progress.
S: Shift language from powerless to empowered.
E: Expect challenges and prepare to succeed.

-Three Pillars of a Watch Me Mindset: Learn the pillars of creating a “Watch Me Mindset” — Wash, R.I.N.S.E and Repeat — and how with the right mindset you can not just survive, but thrive against the odds and achieve the unthinkable.

-How to adopt empowering language and replace powerless mindsets to fuel action and confidence.

In 2009, Ian Bowen‘s life took a dramatic turn when he was diagnosed with neurosarcoidosis. A rare disease that left him needing spinal cord surgery that caused him to be paralyzed from the chest down.


At just 32, with two young children and a promising career, doctors told Ian he would never run again. But instead of accepting defeat, Ian chose to defy medical expectations through sheer willpower, determination, and what he calls Positive Persistence.

His rehabilitation journey was grueling, requiring him to relearn basic tasks like sitting up and standing. With every small victory, Ian's mindset strengthened, leading him to create the RINSE Methodology: Remember, Imagine, Notice, Shift and Expect- a framework he now uses to inspire others to overcome seemingly insurmountable odds.

In 2022,Ian achieved what doctors thought impossible—he ran his first of two marathons, a testament to the power of mindset.



Ian's story is not just about survival; it's about thriving despite the odds. His experiences offer hope and inspiration to anyone facing obstacles, proving that with the right mindset, anything is possible.




As the founder of “Positive Persistence” it has become Ian’s mission to teach others how to overcome adversity, rise beyond their challenges, comeback from setbacks and achieve the unthinkable by realizing their potential and developing a Watch Me Mindset.

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What people are saying:

"I thought Ian did a great job of doing back to back presentations and modifying to reach both the middle school and high school students. Our students were engaged and both groups had questions for him after the presentations. He was very gracious and met with both groups during their lunch periods. I had the opportunity to check in on both lunch periods and found several students reaching out to him. I have even talked about his "Watch Me" mentality to my grandchildren. I think any group would be lucky if they chose Ian as their guest speaker. He has a great motivational message. "
-Sharon Brimberry, President Sheridan Education Foundation, Inc

"Ian is the man! This guy is so inspirational, has a heart of gold, and will inspire your audience. Highly recommend you book Ian to level up your crew! You will be happy you did!"
- Bryce Henson, CEO Fitbody Bootcamp, Inc.

"Guests of the United Way in Porter County listened with intense focus as Ian shared his incredible journey from being paralyzed in his thirties to the marathon runner he is today. His high-energy, positive message resonated with the audience as they asked engaging questions. Ian spoke about the concepts of his RINSE method, which allowed him to step into his highest potential as an individual. After the talk, Ian stayed to engage with the audience, who thanked him for sharing his moving story."
-Northwest Indiana United Way

"Ian’s story is truly inspiring. He taught us some real world tools we can use for ourselves and when coaching our clients/athletes. Ian has a presence, level of stoicism, and strength of a man that has been through hell and back. If you want a story of inspiration and perseverance, look no further."
-James Swift, Fitness Entrepreneur

-Countryman or Lavalier mic (hands free)
-Confidence monitors with current slide, next slide, and countdown timer