A Life of Greatness

Sarah Grynberg

Sarah Grynberg is one of Australia's leading mindset experts. Each week she brings you science-backed tools, research-grounded insights and honest conversations with the world's most extraordinary thought leaders, athletes and bestselling authors, helping you break free from unhelpful thinking, feel more alive and walk away with the tools to live your greatest life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Matt Preston: On Love, Loss and Letting Go

    2d ago

    Matt Preston: On Love, Loss and Letting Go

    Matt Preston is one of Australia's most recognisable television personalities and the face of MasterChef Australia for over a decade. This week he sits down with Sarah Grynberg on A Life of Greatness for one of the most honest conversations he has ever had. Matt opens up about what fame really feels like from the inside, the guilt of missing family moments that matter while building a career, and why he ultimately walked away from one of the biggest shows in Australian television history. He also talks about losing his brother, watching a parent move through dementia, and the friendships and moments that ended up meaning more than any of the success. This is not the Matt Preston you think you know. In this episode you will learn: What really happened behind the scenes of MasterChef AustraliaWhy fame can quietly distort who you are if you stop paying attentionThe moment with his daughter that made him rethink everythingHow losing his brother shaped the direction of his lifeWhat dementia and aging parents taught him about time and loveWhy meaningful relationships matter more than success, money or status. A final thought... We spend so much of our lives striving for the next thing. This episode is a powerful reminder to stop and ask yourself what truly matters before it's too late. 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.

    57 min
  2. Sarah's Thoughts: You’re Not Unlucky in Love.. You’re Repeating a Pattern

    6d ago

    Sarah's Thoughts: You’re Not Unlucky in Love.. You’re Repeating a Pattern

    Have you ever wondered why you keep ending up in the same kind of relationship, even when the person looks completely different? In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts, Sarah Grynberg explores the hidden emotional patterns that shape who we choose, why certain relationships feel instantly magnetic, and how our nervous systems often mistake familiarity for love. She reflects on the unconscious ways childhood experiences and emotional conditioning influence attraction, connection, and the cycles we continue repeating without realising it. Sarah unpacks the difference between healthy love and familiar dysfunction, and why so many people unknowingly recreate emotional dynamics that feel “safe” simply because they recognise them. She also explores how awareness becomes the first real step toward changing the patterns that no longer serve us. You’ll learn: Why familiar relationship dynamics can feel more attractive than healthy onesHow childhood emotional experiences shape the partners we chooseThe mindset shift that helps break repetitive relationship patterns This episode is a reminder that you are not broken, difficult to love, or doomed to repeat the same story forever. The patterns you carry were learned, which means they can also be unlearned. And sometimes the biggest shift in your love life doesn’t come from finding someone new, but from finally recognising what you’ve been unconsciously saying yes to all along. 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.

    4 min
  3. Anthony Callea: I Had Fame, Success… And I Was Miserable

    Jun 1

    Anthony Callea: I Had Fame, Success… And I Was Miserable

    Have you ever looked like you had everything, while secretly falling apart inside? Anthony Callea became a household name almost overnight after Australian Idol, but behind the success was a young man battling fear, pressure, loneliness and the overwhelming reality of becoming a public figure before truly knowing himself. In this deeply honest conversation, Anthony opens up about the morning he left a note for his parents telling them he was gay, the panic attack that nearly stopped him from auditioning for Australian Idol, and the terrifying moment he woke up in hospital during the competition after pushing himself beyond exhaustion. He also reflects on the darker side of fame, feeling like a “product,” the loneliness that followed success, and the journey of finally learning that fear is often just a story we tell ourselves. In this episode, you will learn: Why Anthony almost didn’t audition for Australian IdolThe emotional moment he came out to his parentsWhat really happened behind the scenes during IdolThe hidden loneliness that can come with fame and successHow fear shapes so many of our decisionsWhy external success does not guarantee happinessThe importance of authenticity, boundaries and self-worthHow Anthony rebuilt confidence and peace within himself This is a raw and powerful conversation about identity, resilience, fame and learning to finally feel comfortable in your own skin. 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.

    1h 10m
  4. Sarah's Thoughts: Why Some People Will Never Be Happy For You

    May 28

    Sarah's Thoughts: Why Some People Will Never Be Happy For You

    Have you ever shared good news with someone… only to leave the conversation feeling strangely deflated? In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts, Sarah Grynberg explores the uncomfortable truth that not everyone in your life will genuinely celebrate your success. She reflects on the subtle ways people minimise, dismiss, or quietly resent the growth of others, and why this reaction often says far more about their inner world than it does about your achievements. Sarah unpacks the psychology behind Tall Poppy Syndrome, particularly within Australian culture, and why some people struggle when someone around them begins to rise, evolve, or openly succeed. She also speaks to the importance of recognising the difference between people who are inspired by your growth and those who feel threatened by it. You’ll learn: Why some people struggle to genuinely celebrate the success of othersHow insecurity and comparison can shape people’s reactions to your growthWhy protecting your wins and choosing the right people to share them with matters This episode is a reminder that your success does not diminish anyone else’s worth. The people who are secure within themselves will never need to make you feel smaller in order to feel okay. They will celebrate you, encourage you, and feel inspired by your growth. And those are the people worth keeping close. 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.

    4 min
  5. Dr David Sinclair: Can We Actually Slow Down and Reverse Aging?

    May 25

    Dr David Sinclair: Can We Actually Slow Down and Reverse Aging?

    In this groundbreaking conversation, Professor of Genetics and longevity scientist, Dr. David Sinclair, A.O., Ph.D., joins Sarah Grynberg to unpack the future of human aging, the science of longevity, and how we live today impacts how we age tomorrow. From reversing blindness in mice to exploring treatments that could one day delay menopause and extend healthy human life, this episode will completely change the way you think about your body, your health, and your future. But beyond the science, this is also a deeply human conversation about purpose, suffering, love, family, and what it truly means to live a great life. In this episode, you will learn: Why aging may actually be reversibleThe daily habits accelerating aging in your body right nowHow stress, loneliness, and cortisol could impact longevityThe real science behind supplements like NMN, resveratrol, and NAD boostersWhy exercise, sleep, and relationships matter more than you thinkWhat Dr. Sinclair believes is coming in the next 10 years of medicineHow scientists are working to reverse female infertility and delay menopauseThe surprising reason your “biological age” may be younger or older than your real ageWhy suffering through disease and decline should not be considered “normal aging”The philosophy and mindset Dr. Sinclair lives by every day This episode is a powerful reminder that longevity is not just about living longer… it’s about living better. To find out more about Dr Sinclair's work: Website: lifespan.com and friendsofsinclairlab.orgBook: Lifespan: Why We Age—and Why We Don’t Have ToPodcast: Lifespan with Dr. David Sinclair on Spotify, Apple, YouTube 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.

    1h 10m
  6. Sarah's Thoughts: The One Thing Successful People Never Tell You They Do

    May 21

    Sarah's Thoughts: The One Thing Successful People Never Tell You They Do

    Have you ever stayed in something far longer than you should have, simply because you’d already invested so much into it? In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts, Sarah Grynberg shares one surprising pattern she has noticed among some of the most successful people she has ever interviewed. They know how to quit quickly. Not out of fear, laziness, or failure, but from a deep understanding that holding onto the wrong thing can quietly drain your energy, time, and potential. Sarah explores the psychology behind why so many of us struggle to walk away, unpacking the concept of the sunk cost fallacy and the emotional weight of feeling like quitting means giving up. She reflects on the ways we stay too long in jobs, friendships, relationships, and ideas that no longer align, simply because we’ve already invested so much into them. You’ll learn: Why successful people are selective about where they invest their energyHow the sunk cost fallacy keeps people stuck in situations that no longer serve themWhy letting go of the wrong thing can create space for the right one This episode is an invitation to rethink what quitting really means. Because sometimes walking away is not failure, it’s wisdom. It’s recognising when something is no longer aligned and having the courage to stop forcing what was never meant to fit. And often, the most powerful thing you can do is let go before it costs you more than it already has. 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.

    4 min
  7. Richard Marx: The Dark Side Of Fame No One Talks About

    May 18

    Richard Marx: The Dark Side Of Fame No One Talks About

    What happens when global success still leaves you questioning your happiness? In this powerful conversation, rock star Richard Marx joins Sarah Grynberg to open up about fame, rejection, mindset, fatherhood and the emotional highs and lows of life in the spotlight. Richard shares the devastating moment legendary producer David Foster told him he would never make it as a singer, the incredible act of kindness from Lionel Richie that changed his life forever, and the mindset shifts that helped him navigate anxiety, negativity and self-doubt. He also reflects on his friendships with Olivia Newton-John and Michael Bolton, the hidden emotional crash after performing to thousands of people, and the bittersweet realisation that one day your children stop calling you “Daddy” and you never even notice when it happened. In this episode, you’ll learn: How Richard Marx handled years of rejectionThe hidden emotional cost of fame and successWhy gratitude can change your mindset completelyThe parenting realisation that left him emotionalWhat Lionel Richie did that changed his career foreverWhy Richard says happiness is found in the simple moments This is a raw, wise and surprisingly emotional conversation about success, identity, love, grief and learning how to truly enjoy the life you’ve built. 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.

    1h 27m
  8. Sarah's Thoughts: The Rumi Poem That Changed Wayne Dyer's Life

    May 14

    Sarah's Thoughts: The Rumi Poem That Changed Wayne Dyer's Life

    What if you’re not stuck, you’re just becoming? In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts, Sarah Grynberg reflects on a powerful, Rumi-inspired idea she first heard through her conversation with Serena Dyer, that from the moment we’re born, it’s as though a ladder is placed before us, and whether we realise it or not, we are always climbing. She explores how every stage of life, the uncertain ones, the painful ones, the ones that feel like nothing is changing, are not signs of being lost, but evidence of growth. Because what feels like standing still… is often the very thing moving you forward. You’ll learn: Why every stage of life serves a purpose, even the seasons that feel uncertainHow Rumi’s ladder metaphor can change the way you view growth and struggleThe comforting reminder that you are never truly stuck or falling behind This episode is a gentle invitation to trust where you are, even if it doesn’t yet make sense. To remember that transformation often happens quietly, beneath the surface, long before we can fully see it. Because your life is not finished, your story is still unfolding, and the ladder has been there for you all along. 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.

    4 min
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Sarah Grynberg is one of Australia's leading mindset experts. Each week she brings you science-backed tools, research-grounded insights and honest conversations with the world's most extraordinary thought leaders, athletes and bestselling authors, helping you break free from unhelpful thinking, feel more alive and walk away with the tools to live your greatest life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Sarah Grynberg
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    618
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Sarah Grynberg
  • Show Website
    A Life of Greatness

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