Ever wonder how the poet whose videos you’ve probably seen on TikTok and Instagram, where millions follow her, turns life’s messiest moments into art that heals?

In this soul-stirring episode, Josie Balka joins Sarah Grynberg to share the story behind her celebrated poetry and the deeply personal journey that fuels it. From surviving a near-fatal surgery to learning self-acceptance in a world obsessed with appearances, Josie opens up about love, loss, friendship, and the quiet beauty in the everyday.

You’ll learn:
*Why chasing the “perfect body” left Josie emptier than she imagined and what truly filled the gap.
*How to find beauty in the mundane and celebrate the small, unglamorous wins.
*Why friendships, like favourite jeans, can be outgrown and how that can still be a gift.

This episode is a gentle reminder that the things we survive, the people we love (and lose), and the words we choose can shape a life not just worth living but worth remembering.

I Hope You Remember by Josie Balka is available in store and online here.

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Ever watched Squid Game and thought, “This feels a little too familiar?”

In this episode of Sarah’s Thoughts, Sarah Grynberg dives into why the hit show isn’t just dark fiction it’s a disturbing reflection of our modern reality, where struggle, sacrifice, and survival play out in quiet, everyday ways.

You’ll learn:
*Why the most terrifying part of Squid Game isn’t the violence, it’s the relatability.
*How the system keeps so many of us running, climbing, and quietly crumbling.
*What choosing kindness in a cutthroat world says about who we are and who we still have the power to be.

This isn’t an episode about television. It’s about what we’re willing to give up just to stay afloat and how we reclaim our humanity before the game takes it from us.

Purchase Sarah's book: Living A Life Of Greatness here.

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Ever wonder how a Brownlow medallist, three-time premiership hero, and AFL icon becomes a gentle force for change?

In this deeply moving episode, Jimmy Bartel joins Sarah Grynberg to explore the man behind the medals, the father, advocate, and quiet survivor of domestic trauma. From playing through pain to raising sons with softness, Jimmy opens up about what it means to break cycles, rebuild after heartbreak, and redefine masculinity on his own terms.

You’ll learn:

*Why vulnerability, not victories, has become Jimmy’s proudest legacy.
*How he transitioned from elite athlete to present dad and purposeful mentor.
*Why healing is never linear and the most meaningful wins happen off the field.

This episode is a tribute to growth, grit, and the kind of strength that shows up long after the final siren.

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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