A Life of Greatness

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Latest Episodes:

Unlock The Greatness Within: Train Your Brain To Be Happy Nov 24, 2022

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Do you long to harness more happiness in your everyday life? And if so, is it possible to cultivate more of it for ourselves? In this episode, Sarah Grynberg will highlight the science behind the state of happiness, and the effective habits and strategies we can use to make more of it. By being more aware of our thoughts, strengths and valuable behaviours - Sarah will not only show you how to grow your own state of glee, but demonstrate how the benefits of cultivating happiness can in turn: enhance our lives.

If you want more wisdom on how to have happier thoughts, then listen to A Life Of Greatness episode where Sarah speaks with Spice Girl Mel C: https://apple.co/3SHrs47

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Maggie Dent: Raising Strong, Resilient Children Nov 21, 2022

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How can we raise our kids to see the light in themselves? Joining Sarah Grynberg is Australia’s favourite parenting author and educator, Maggie Dent. Commonly known as the ‘queen of common sense’, Maggie regularly shares her wisdom on the development of girls and boys in their early years through to adolescence. In this open conversation, Sarah and Maggie discuss how to build resilience and self-esteem in our children; how to approach bullying and nasty behaviour; and the importance of not passing our wounds onto those we love. If you wish to build your own toolbox of parenting wisdom and put it immediately into practice, then let this heart-led chat and Maggie’s moving words not only help you nurture your children’s inner worlds; but guide you to cultivate your own self-compassion: for the bettering of our youth and the communities that support them.

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Unlock The Greatness Within: Why That Bag Won't Bring You Everlasting Happiness Nov 17, 2022

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Are happiness and materialism mutually inclusive, or is one less fulfilling than the other? In this episode, Sarah Grynberg will highlight the ways in which to let go of our need to acquire material riches – to embrace more inner fulfillment. By practising new habits of gratitude, mindfulness and new experiences that challenge and excite you, Sarah will show you how to find inner satisfaction and demonstrate how by serving our needs, and not our wants: we can learn to love ourselves and appreciate others fully.

If you want more wisdom on why materialism won't make you happy, then listen to A Life Of Greatness episode where Sarah speaks with inspirational teacher Marianne Wiliamson: https://bit.ly/3UM6Zgu

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Mark Groves: Deepen Relationships & Keep The Love Alive Nov 14, 2022

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Can romantic love transform and enrich us for the better? Joining Sarah Grynberg is writer, speaker, podcaster and author Mark Groves, a seeker on the topic of human connection and love, who has had a lifelong fascination with exploring and navigating the small truths and surprises that relationships can reveal to us. In this insightful conversation, Sarah and Mark talk about cultivating romantic relationships that are fulfilling for both you and your partner; the power of living a life filled with love; and how to know when you have outgrown your romantic communion. If you wish to traverse the hard-wrought journey of authentic love, and share your life with another while continuing to grow, learn and transform; then let this invigorating chat and Mark’s expansive words not only push you to connect with another deeply - but help you move through a relationship’s complexities: with courage alongside you.

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Unlock The Greatness Within: Stop Taking Things So Personally Nov 10, 2022

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Do you take things personally, so much so that it affects your emotional wellbeing in a negative way? In this episode, Sarah Grynberg will highlight the ways in which we can flip our thoughts: so, we don't take things personally when people may say things that trigger us. By being more reflective, and less reactive, Sarah will not only show you how to ignite more growth from these experiences but show us how to rise above the self-blame game, and be more productive in our relationships.

If you want more wisdom on not taking things personally, then listen to A Life Of Greatness episode where Sarah speaks with YouTube star Lilly Singh: https://apple.co/3fTucxS

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David Whyte: Heal Your Pain Nov 07, 2022

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How can we reset our lives and start again? Sitting down with Sarah Grynberg is poet and author David Whyte, whose passion lies through the beauty of his words: in opening us up to explore our timeless relationship with others, the world, and the meaning of our existence within it. In this enriching conversation, infused by poetry reading; Sarah and David shine a spotlight on life’s magic in all its forms; the dark waves of loss; and the power of hope we all possess to create the change we need, together. If you wish to understand the complexities of being human and how to climb above all its layers of strangeness - to mark our peak of belonging in this world; then let this inspiring chat and David’s extraordinary words not only push you to reframe your inner narrative, but heal your pain, reconnect with others and reshape your future: in the best possible way forward.

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Unlock The Greatness Within: The Power of Words Nov 03, 2022

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Is there a powerful force behind the words we utter, that can empower others as well as ourselves? In this episode, Sarah Grynberg will highlight the ways in which we can cultivate positive and effective communication with the words we choose to say to one another. By incorporating habits of mindfulness, honesty and listening techniques, Sarah will show you how to not only convey respect, integrity, and humility towards others with the right turn of phrase; but demonstrate how by using them: we can impact one another greatly.

If you want more wisdom on the power of words, then listen to A Life Of Greatness episode where Sarah speaks with Spice Girl Mel C: https://apple.co/3SHrs47

Follow Sarah for more wisdom and inspiration:

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Joost Bakker: Tackling Our Toxic World Oct 31, 2022

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How can we preserve our environment, while living in a world of excess? Joining Sarah Grynberg is Australian designer, floral artist, eco-warrior, and champion of no-waste living, Joost Bakker. Famously described by the New York Times as “the poster boy for zero-waste living,’ Sarah and Joost sit down to discuss why food is medicine for health and longevity; the power of taking action; and the beauty that lies within man making peace and harmony with the environment. If you are seeking to live a natural, more sustainable lifestyle within the limits of your own urban landscape, then let this conscious exchange and Joost’s expressive viewpoint not only motivate you to live your life mindfully, but make you aware of what our ecosystem greatly needs: in order to thrive and flourish in our own backyard.

Checkout Joost's film: GREENHOUSE BY JOOST which will be released in Australian cinemas in November:

VIC/TAS – 10 November
ACT/NSW/WA/SA – 17 November
QLD – 24 November

If you want to attend one of his Q&A events please see details below:

Thursday 3 November

Cameo Belgrave at 6.30pm

Guests: Joost Bakker with John Ford and Chris Bissels. Moderator: Cameron Smith

Friday 4 November

Cinema Nova at 6.30pm

Guests: Joost Bakker and Clare Bowditch. Moderator: Cameron Smith

Saturday 5 November

Palace Westgarth at 2pm

Guest: Joost Bakker. Moderator: Cameron Smith

Palace Como at 4pm

Guests: Joost Bakker and Clare Cousins. Moderator: Cameron Smith

Sunday 6 November

Lorne Theatre at 4pm

Guests: Joost Bakker, Jo Barrett, Kristy Stewart and Rowan Reid. Moderator: Cameron Smith

Tuesday 8 November

Royal Theatre Castlemaine at 6.30pm

Guests: Joost Bakker and Jo Barrett. Moderator: Mary Macintyre

Wednesday 9 November

Star Bendigo at 6.30pm

Guest: Joost Bakker with Derek Layfield and Russell Burnett. Moderator: Mary Macintyre

Saturday 12 November

Palace Electric, Canberra at 4pm

Guest: Joost Bakker. Moderator: Nicole Hasham, The Conversation Australia

Sunday 13 November

Empire Cinema, Bowral at 4pm

Guest: Joost Bakker. Moderator: Briannah Devlin, Southern Highland News

Luna Leederville, Perth at 4pm – Virtual Event

Guest: Joost Bakker and Matt Stone

Monday 14 November

Randwick Ritz, Sydney at 6.30pm

Guests: Joost Bakker and Sarah Wilson. Moderator: Damon Gameau.

Dendy Newtown, Sydney at 8pm

Guests: Joost Bakker and Neil Perry. Moderator: Damon Gameau.

Wednesday 16 November

Avoca Beach Theatre at 6.30pm

Guest: Joost Bakker. Moderator: Cheralyn Darcey.

Thursday 17 November

Jetty Theatre, Coffs Harbour at 6pm

Guests: Joost Bakker and Jack Thompson. Moderator: Dave Horsley, SWIFF Festival Director

Friday 18 November

Palace Byron Bay at 6.30pm, 7.10pm and 7.50pm

Guests: Joost Bakker and Cedar Anderson. Moderator: Damon Gameau.

Follow Sarah for more wisdom and inspiration:

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Website: https://sarahgrynberg.com/

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Unlock The Greatness Within: How To Appreciate Life & Not Just Exist In It Oct 27, 2022

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Do you live life fully? Or are you simply living a day-to-day existence? In this episode, Sarah Grynberg will highlight the ways in which we can escape the grind and start seeing life as a gift worth appreciating. By embodying a mindful mindset of gratitude and learning how to let go of our negative emotions, Sarah will not only show you how to spark more joy back into your life but demonstrate how serving your emotions in a healthy way: can feed our lives more greatly.

If you want more wisdom on appreciating life , then listen to A Life Of Greatness episode where Sarah speaks with Spice Girl Mel C: https://apple.co/3SHrs47

Follow Sarah for more wisdom and inspiration:

Instagram: instagram.com/sarahgrynberg

Website: https://sarahgrynberg.com/

Facebook: facebook.com/sarahgrynberg

Twitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg

YouTube: youtube.com/sarahgrynberg

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Dr Gabor Mate: How Stress Is Making Us Sick Oct 24, 2022

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What is the new normal when it comes to navigating the human experience? To answer this question, joining Sarah Grynberg for his second appearance on A Life of Greatness is NYT best-selling author, physician, and addiction expert Dr Gabor Mate, who connects the dots between our personal suffering and the pressures of modern-day living. In this genuine conversation, Sarah and Dr Gabor discuss raising children to thrive; the connection between illness and stress; and the effects of trauma on our body and mind. If you are seeking to ignite inner change and liberate yourself from the harsh effects of your own invisible wounds, then let this empowering discussion and Dr Gabor’s compassionate words elevate you from the pain of the past, to a sacred space of health, healing, and true connection with others.

Follow Sarah for more wisdom and inspiration:

Instagram: instagram.com/sarahgrynberg

Website: https://sarahgrynberg.com/

Facebook: facebook.com/sarahgrynberg

Twitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg

YouTube: youtube.com/sarahgrynberg

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