A Life of Greatness

Will Ahmed, founder and CEO of WHOOP, turned a college curiosity into a billion-dollar performance wearable. He discusses obsession as fuel, near financial collapse, panic attacks and how meditation reshaped his leadership. Conversations cover WHOOP’s focus on sleep, recovery and behavior change, elite athlete adoption, and the personal cost of scaling fast.

Explores why some people instantly put your body at ease while others leave you tense or drained. Discusses the role of energy, tempo, and chemistry in friendships and relationships. Argues that belonging is about alignment, not effort, and encourages choosing people who expand and relax you rather than force connection.

Jonathan Van Ness, cultural personality, hairstylist, comedian, author, and Queer Eye star known for advocacy around self-acceptance and living openly with HIV. They talk about humour as a survival tool, growing up othered in the Midwest, finding confidence through cheerleading and hairdressing, the pressures of fame and therapy, and what living openly with HIV means today.

Have you ever wanted to quit something you once loved?This week, Sarah Grynberg sits down with Scotty James, three-time Olympic medallist and one of the most dominant snowboarders in the world. But this isn’t just a story about medals.It’s about what it really takes to stay at the top. In this conversation, we explore: • The psychological pressure of competing on the world stage • The moment Scotty nearly walked away from snowboarding • What elite performance actually feels like behind the scenes • The discipline required to stay world-class for over a decade • His close friendship with Daniel Ricciardo and what high performers recognise in each other • The role his family has played in shaping his mindset • Why humility is harder than ambitionThis episode goes beyond sport. It’s about resilience. Identity. Reinvention. And the uncomfortable reality of chasing greatness when everyone is watching.If you’ve ever questioned whether to keep going, this conversation is for you.Purchase Scotty James's book MOOKi vs The Big ScaryPurchase Sarah's Meditations here. Instagram: @sarahgrynberg  Website: https://sarahgrynberg.com/Facebook: facebook.com/sarahgrynbergTwitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever noticed how gossip can feel like connection in the moment, but leave something uncomfortable behind afterward?In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts, Sarah Grynberg explores the psychology of gossip and why it can feel so tempting, even when it doesn’t align with who we want to be. She unpacks how gossip creates a false sense of belonging, offering a quick emotional high while quietly eroding trust and integrity.Sarah introduces the concept of triangulation and explains how bringing a third person into unresolved tension spreads anxiety rather than relieving it. She reflects on how gossip often reveals more about our own insecurities than the person being discussed, and why judgment can feel like control when we are searching for safety.You’ll learn:Why gossip creates connection through exclusion and why that never truly feels good.How triangulation damages relationships in families, friendships and workplaces.Simple shifts that replace judgment with curiosity and build real trust.This episode is an invitation to pause before we speak, to choose compassion over whispers, and to become someone others feel safe around. Because integrity is quiet, powerful, and deeply felt. And when we protect the person who isn’t in the room, we protect the kind of relationships we want to have.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/sarahgrynbergTwitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the limits you believe about your body, mind, and potential were never really yours to begin with?In this episode of A Life of Greatness, Sarah Grynberg sits down with Dave Asprey, a pioneering voice in biohacking, longevity, and human performance. Recorded live at Wanderlust Australia, this conversation explores Dave’s personal journey through chronic illness, trauma, and living in a constant state of fight or flight, and how those experiences shaped his mission to help people take control of their biology and live with more clarity, energy, and purpose.Dave opens up about growing up with autism spectrum traits, being bullied, struggling with inflammation and brain fog, and the moment he realised that willpower alone was never going to be the answer.In this episode, you’ll learn:• How to recognise when so-called “healthy” foods are actually fuelling inflammation and what to do instead• Why understanding your nervous system can unlock more energy, focus, and emotional balance• How hidden factors like mould exposure can quietly sabotage your health without you realising• What biohacking really looks like in daily life and how small changes can create big, lasting shifts• Why willpower fails when the body is overwhelmed and how to work with your biology insteadThis episode is a powerful reminder that living longer means nothing if we are not living better, and that your capacity to change is far greater than you have been taught to believe.This episode of A Life of Greatness is proudly sponsored by Biohack Wanderlust. Their premium NMN range is designed to support cellular energy, healthy ageing, and nervous system function by boosting NAD+ levels, which naturally decline as we get older. Proudly Australian made and available at Chemist Warehouse, Biohack Wanderlust is helping people take a proactive approach to vitality and longevity. Always read the label and follow the directions for use.Purchase Biohack at Chemist Warehouse herePurchase Dave’s books 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/sarahgrynbergTwitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever noticed how one quick scroll can turn a perfectly good day into quiet self-doubt?In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts, Sarah Grynberg explores the emotional pull of comparison and why social media can so quickly make us question our progress, our worth, and our timing. She unpacks how comparison isn’t a logical process, it’s an emotional one, and why knowing something isn’t real doesn’t stop it from affecting us.You’ll learn:Why comparing your reality to someone else’s highlight reel creates unnecessary self-doubtHow comparison triggers the belief that you’re behind, even when you’re growingA powerful reframe that helps you measure progress without self-judgmentThis episode is a reminder that growth isn’t loud, linear, or easily measured. It lives in the way you recover faster, speak more kindly to yourself, and keep showing up even when things feel uncertain. Because the real competition was never between you and them. It’s always been between who you were and who you’re becoming.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/sarahgrynbergTwitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever wondered why certain experiences stay with you long after the moment has passed, even when you try to move on?In this episode of A Life of Greatness, Sarah Grynberg sits down with Bessel van der Kolk, world-renowned psychiatrist, trauma researcher, and author of the groundbreaking book The Body Keeps the Score. A leading voice in understanding how trauma shapes the brain, body, and behaviour, Bessel shares decades of clinical insight into why trauma keeps people stuck and what it actually takes to heal.In this episode, you will learn:How trauma is defined and why it keeps people frozen in the pastWhy childhood trauma is far more common than most people realiseWhat repair really means in parenting and why predictability mattersHow therapies like EMDR and neurofeedback help rewire the brainThe role of the body, movement, and community in long-term healingWhy medication can help some people, but rarely creates true change on its ownThis episode is a powerful reminder that healing is possible, that the body can learn safety again, and that with the right support, people can return to who they truly are.This episode of A Life of Greatness is proudly sponsored by Biohack Wanderlust. Their premium NMN range is designed to support cellular energy, healthy ageing, and nervous system function by boosting NAD+ levels, which naturally decline as we get older. Proudly Australian made and available at Chemist Warehouse, Biohack Wanderlust is helping people take a proactive approach to vitality and longevity. Always read the label and follow the directions for use.Purchase Biohack at Chemist Warehouse herePurchase tickets to Bessel's Australian tour in April 26' here: https://collections.humanitix.com/dr-bessel-van-der-kolk-livePurchase 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/sarahgrynbergTwitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Sarah's second interview with Dr Joe Dispenza, the world-renowned neuroscientist and New York Times best-selling author offers advice on how to break away from self-limiting beliefs, raising emotionally balanced children and how to rewire your brain and recondition your body to make lasting changes.Season 10 of A Life of Greatness returns with new episodes on Feb 3.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: @sarahgrynbergWebsite: https://sarahgrynberg.com/Facebook: facebook.com/sarahgrynbergTwitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2 of his conversation with Sarah Grynberg, renowned scientist and bestselling author Dr. Bruce Lipton delves into the fascinating world of manifesting.Drawing from his own experiences of moving from deep unhappiness and depression to joy, Bruce shares his groundbreaking insights on rewiring thought patterns and manifesting the life you desire. With a step-by-step process and practical tools, he shows how anyone can experience this transformation if they're willing to do the work. Challenge your assumptions, overcome limiting beliefs, and create a new reality with Bruce's unique perspective on living a life without fear.This empowering conversation will help you move beyond the traumas of your past and guide you towards a life of peace and inner abundance.Season 10 of A Life of Greatness returns with new episodes on Feb 3.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: @sarahgrynbergWebsite: https://sarahgrynberg.com/Facebook: facebook.com/sarahgrynbergTwitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.