

A Life of Greatness
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We all yearn to live a great life, but what does that actually look like and how can we all lead one? In A Life of Greatness, host Sarah Grynberg interviews some of the world's chief thought-leaders, sports legends, entertainers, best selling authors and inspiring spiritual minds as they explain how they have overcome challenges, conquered self-limiting beliefs and connected with a deeper sense of self to achieve greatness in their lives, and provide practical tips and advice for how you can too.
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Aug 7, 2025 • 4min
Sarah's Thoughts: What Squid Game Got Right About Us
Dive into the unsettling parallels between Squid Game and our everyday lives. Discover the terrifying relatability of its dark themes and how current societal pressures force us into moral compromises. Explore the struggles of survival and the quiet crumbling of humanity. Learn what acts of kindness reveal about our true selves and the power we still hold in a cutthroat world. This discussion goes beyond entertainment, prompting deep reflection on what we sacrifice just to stay afloat.

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Aug 4, 2025 • 1h 14min
Jimmy Bartel: From Premiership Glory to Personal Healing
Jimmy Bartel, a legendary former AFL star and Brownlow medallist, opens up about his transformative journey from sports hero to devoted father and advocate for change. He discusses the importance of vulnerability and breaking cycles of trauma, choosing personal healing over public victories. The conversation delves into his reflections on fatherhood, the emotional complexities of relationships, and the challenges of redefining masculinity. Bartel emphasizes meaningful connections and the reality that healing is a non-linear path, revealing the true strength found beyond the game.

Jul 31, 2025 • 5min
Sarah's Thoughts: Are You Guilty Of "I'll Be Happy When..." ?
Feel like you're constantly chasing things that continue to feel out of reach? In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts, Sarah Grynberg unpacks the subtle but relentless belief that peace lies just beyond the next achievement. With raw honesty and piercing clarity, she reveals how this quiet ache is stealing joy from even the most beautiful lives. You’ll learn: *Why “I’ll be happy when…” is the most dangerous sentence we keep repeating.*How perfectionism can masquerade as self-improvement.*Simple, powerful ways to reconnect with the present moment, even when it feels messy and unfinished. This isn’t an episode about fixing your life. It’s about finally living it. Right here. As you are. 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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 28, 2025 • 55min
Laura Day: How to Tune Into Your Inner Wisdom and Change Your Life
Ever wondered if the key to your future is already inside you, just waiting to be noticed? In this enlightening episode, Laura Day, renowned intuitive, bestselling author, and advisor to the world’s biggest companies joins Sarah Grynberg to unpack the power of intuition, practical magic, and why true transformation starts with the smallest of shifts. From surviving an unimaginable childhood to guiding CEOs and celebrities, Laura shares the lessons, tools, and mindset that helped her create a life of impact, purpose, and deep self-trust. You’ll learn: *Why intuition isn’t mystical, it’s measurable, trainable, and you already have it. *How shifting your internal “prism” can change your entire reality. *What manifestation really means (spoiler: it’s not about wishful thinking). This episode is a powerful reminder that you don’t need to be perfect to live a beautiful life and that healing, growth, and greatness often come disguised as small, bold acts of change. The Prism by Laura Day is available now in bookstores and online here. 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/sarahgrynbergSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 24, 2025 • 5min
Sarah's Thoughts: The New Law That Won’t Save Your Kids (Unless You Do This)
Ever felt like the internet grew up faster than we did? In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts, Sarah Grynberg unpacks Australia’s new social media age verification bill and why it still won’t be enough to keep our kids safe online without something more powerful than policy. You’ll learn:*Why banning isn’t the silver bullet we wish it were.*How kids are still slipping through digital cracks and what it’s really costing them.*What a grassroots, collective ‘no’ could mean for the next generation. This isn’t an episode about blame or fear. It’s about reclaiming our role in a world where connection often comes at the cost of childhood. 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/sarahgrynbergSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 21, 2025 • 1h 3min
Curtis Stone: He Showed Up Uninvited And Ended Up Cooking For Oprah. The Power of Taking Big Risks
Ever wonder how a humble kid from East Keilor, Victoria ends up cooking for Oprah on a beach in the Whitsundays? In this heartfelt episode, Curtis Stone, chef and restaurateur joins Sarah Grynberg to reflect on the leap-of-faith moments, mentors, and mindset that shaped his extraordinary life. From working under fierce legends to landing unexpected gigs in TV, Curtis opens up about grit, gratitude, and the grounding power of good food. You’ll learn: *Why following your gut (and showing up uninvited) can open the right doors. *How Curtis navigated tough kitchens, even tougher decisions, and why he still loves washing dishes. *Why clean food, connection, and conscious choices matter more now than ever. This episode is a reminder that greatness isn’t always glamorous, in this case it’s built in kitchens, carved through chaos, and stirred with a whole lot of heart. 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/sarahgrynbergSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 17, 2025 • 6min
Sarah's Thoughts: What Do Erin Patterson & P Diddy Have In Common?
Often find yourself taking another deep dive into someone else’s disaster? In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts, Sarah Grynberg explores the uncomfortable pull of public scandal, from small-town mushroom lunches with fatal twists to the dizzying fall of a hip-hop mogul once thought untouchable. You’ll learn:*Why we’re so drawn to other people’s darkest chapters.*How the media has turned real trauma into bingeable content.*What your obsession with the latest update might be trying to tell you. This isn’t an episode about guilt or gossip. It’s about the deeper truths hiding beneath our scrolling habits, control, distraction, and the illusion of distance. 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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 14, 2025 • 1h 2min
Danielle Bayard Jackson: Why Making Friends as an Adult Feels So Hard (and How to Change That)
Ever feel like you’re the only one struggling to keep a friendship afloat? Danielle Bayard Jackson is a friendship coach, author, and educator who has made it her mission to decode the silent, often messy world of female friendships. In this eye-opening episode, she sits down with Sarah Grynberg to share the science and stories behind what makes our connections thrive and what quietly pulls them apart. From ghosting and jealousy to the shame of outgrowing old friends, Danielle breaks down the unspoken rules that govern who we let in, who we hold close, and who we quietly let go. You’ll learn: *Why some friendships end and how to know when it’s time to let them. *The three ingredients every strong female friendship needs. *How to make new friends as an adult (without the awkwardness). *Why holding on “just for the history” could be hurting you more than helping. This episode is a gentle but powerful reminder: friendship is not about obligation. It’s about energy, reciprocity, and choosing people who see you as you are and love you because of it. Fighting for Our Friendships by Danielle Bayard Jackson is available now in all good bookstores and online here. 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/sarahgrynbergSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 10, 2025 • 6min
Sarah's Thoughts: The Hidden Grief in Watching Your Kids Grow Up
There are no warning bells. No calendar reminder that says: This is it, the last time. You just notice one day that your child no longer reaches for your hand. Or climbs into your lap. Or wants the story they once begged you to read every night. In this week's Sarah’s Thoughts, Sarah Grynberg reflects on the invisible endings that come with raising children, the quiet ways they outgrow us, not out of malice, but momentum. These are not milestones we celebrate, but moments that linger in the heart. The ache of it lives in the ordinary. And we don’t talk about it enough. Because while we prepare for their firsts, no one prepares us for their lasts. You’ll learn:*Why the hardest part of parenting isn’t the chaos, but the letting go.*How to navigate the shifting role of parenthood with grace and strength.*What it means to hold space when you’re no longer the centre of their world. In this episode you’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of how to hold onto what matters, even as you learn to let go. 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/sarahgrynbergSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 7, 2025 • 1h 12min
Kelly Gores: What If the Key to Healing Was Inside You All Along?
Do you ever wonder if your thoughts could be the key to your healing? Kelly Noonan Gores is the filmmaker behind the groundbreaking documentary Heal, and in this deeply insightful conversation, she opens up about the turning points that led her from Hollywood acting to becoming a voice for the mind-body connection. But behind the science and spirituality lies a woman who has walked through fire, literally and found purpose on the other side of pain. In this soulful exchange, Sarah Grynberg sits down with Kelly to explore how heartbreak, loss, and a house fire shaped her understanding of surrender, and why she believes our beliefs are more powerful than any diagnosis. You’ll learn: *Why your inner voice could be the most powerful medicine of all.*How language, self-talk, and prayer shift your body’s biology.*The science and mystery behind spontaneous healing.*Why living your truth isn’t just fulfilling, it might be lifesaving. This conversation is a reminder that healing isn’t about fixing yourself—it’s about remembering who you really are. Listen to Sarah's conversation with Anita Moorjani, as referenced in this episode here. 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/sarahgrynbergSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.