A Life of Greatness

What happens when the obsession that nearly destroys your life becomes the very thing that helps you rebuild it?

On A Life Of Greatness, Sarah Grynberg sits down with Ken Rideout, a world champion marathon runner who overcame a decade-long opioid addiction to become one of the world’s fastest marathon runners over 50.

From an abusive childhood to a successful Wall Street career that concealed his addiction, Ken shares how fatherhood motivated him to get sober and running gave him somewhere to redirect his intensity. He also opens up about quitting an Ironman, supporting his wife through breast cancer and the limits of chasing achievement.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

– Why success and money can’t resolve the pain we carry.
– How Ken channelled his obsessive tendencies into discipline and purpose.
– What embracing discomfort can teach us about facing difficult things.
– Why chasing the next achievement can leave us overlooking what matters most.

A revealing conversation about addiction, ambition and what it takes to build a life you no longer want to escape.

This episode of A Life of Greatness is proudly brought to you by Chemist Warehouse.
At A Life of Greatness, we believe living well begins with the choices we make every day. That's why we're proud to partner with Chemist Warehouse, helping Australians access trusted health and wellness products to support a healthier, fuller life.

Connect with Sarah:

Purchase Sarah's book: Living A Life Of Greatness here.
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Ever been made to feel invisible the moment someone more “important” walks into the room?

In Sarah’s Thoughts, mindset coach Sarah Grynberg explores social climbing, the need for approval and why chasing the right connections can leave you with very little real connection.

You’ll learn:

– How to spot when a friendship is more about access than affection.
– Why money, status and influential friends can become substitutes for self-worth.
– How to stop chasing approval from people who only value you when you’re useful.

Because you can know everyone worth knowing and still have nobody you can truly talk to.

Purchase Sarah's book: Living A Life Of Greatness here.
To purchase Living A Life of Greatness outside Australia here or here.
Watch A Life of Greatness Episodes On Youtube here.
Sign up for Sarah’s newsletter (Greatness Guide) here.
Purchase Sarah's Meditations here.
Instagram: @sarahgrynberg
Website: https://sarahgrynberg.com/
Facebook: facebook.com/sarahgrynberg
Twitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg
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Why do we put spiritual and personal development leaders on a pedestal, and what happens when they fall?

On A Life Of Greatness, Sarah Grynberg sits down with Mark Vicente, co-director of What the Bleep Do We Know!? and former senior NXIVM member, to explore cults, charismatic leaders and the darker side of the search for enlightenment.

From his experience inside Keith Raniere’s NXIVM to his concerns about spiritual teacher Bentinho Massaro, Mark examines how promises of freedom and personal growth can give way to manipulation and control.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

– Why intelligent people can become devoted to dangerous leaders.
– How to recognise control disguised as spiritual guidance.
– What makes us defend someone even when the warning signs appear.
– How to trust yourself again after a leader you believed in lets you down.

A revealing conversation about who we follow, what we overlook and why we give others the power to tell us who we are.

Narcissists Playbook is available to watch here: https://narcissistsplaybook.com/

This episode of A Life of Greatness is proudly brought to you by Chemist Warehouse.
At A Life of Greatness, we believe living well begins with the choices we make every day. That's why we're proud to partner with Chemist Warehouse, helping Australians access trusted health and wellness products to support a healthier, fuller life.

Purchase Sarah's book: Living A Life Of Greatness here.
To purchase Living A Life of Greatness outside Australia here or here.
Watch A Life of Greatness Episodes On Youtube here.
Sign up for Sarah’s newsletter (Greatness Guide) here.
Purchase Sarah's Meditations here.
Instagram: @sarahgrynberg
Website: https://sarahgrynberg.com/
Facebook: facebook.com/sarahgrynberg
Twitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg
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How much of your life are you giving up just to keep everyone happy?

You soften the email, say yes when you want to say no, or change your decision because you’re worried about someone’s reaction. Before long, their approval matters more than what you actually want.

In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts, mindset coach Sarah Grynberg explores the hidden cost of people pleasing, the fear of rejection and why building self-worth means getting comfortable with being disliked.

You’ll learn:

Why people pleasing can be about controlling how others see you.
How seeking approval keeps you stuck in decisions that don’t serve you.
Why setting boundaries means accepting that someone may be disappointed.
How to say no and stand by your choices without losing your kindness.

You can be a good person and still disappoint someone. You can be misunderstood without spending your life trying to change their mind.

What could you do with your life if everyone else’s approval stopped being a condition?

Purchase Sarah's book: Living A Life Of Greatness here.
To purchase Living A Life of Greatness outside Australia here or here.
Watch A Life of Greatness Episodes On Youtube here.
Sign up for Sarah’s newsletter (Greatness Guide) here.
Purchase Sarah's Meditations here.
Instagram: @sarahgrynberg
Website: https://sarahgrynberg.com/
Facebook: facebook.com/sarahgrynberg
Twitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg
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What does it take to back yourself when there’s no guarantee it will work?

On A Life Of Greatness, Sarah Grynberg sits down with Adam Schwab, co-founder and CEO of Luxury Escapes, to explore the risks, setbacks and unexpected opportunities behind his success, and why he believes luck deserves more credit than most entrepreneurs admit.

From walking away from law to leading a travel company through COVID-19, Adam shares what helped him keep going when the stakes were high.

In this episode, you’ll discover:
Why he left a promising legal career to build something of his own.
How persistence, luck and questioning the rules shaped his journey.
How he manages pressure and protects his wellbeing.
What success has taught him about happiness, family and staying grounded.

An honest look at taking chances, navigating uncertainty and knowing what matters as your ambitions grow.

This episode of A Life of Greatness is proudly brought to you by Chemist Warehouse.
At A Life of Greatness, we believe living well begins with the choices we make every day. That's why we're proud to partner with Chemist Warehouse, helping Australians access trusted health and wellness products to support a healthier, fuller life.

Connect with Sarah:

Purchase Sarah's book: Living A Life Of Greatness here.
To purchase Living A Life of Greatness outside Australia here or here.
Watch A Life of Greatness Episodes On Youtube here.
Sign up for Sarah’s newsletter (Greatness Guide) here.
Purchase Sarah's Meditations here.
Instagram: @sarahgrynberg
Website: https://sarahgrynberg.com/
Facebook: facebook.com/sarahgrynberg
Twitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.