YOU CAN DO HARD THINGS: Mark Berridge, from devastating spinal-injury to award-winning Author, Ted X Speaker, & resilience coach!
"Uncertainty is my friend" - Mark Berridge, award-winning Author & Ted X Speaker.Mark, author and motivational speaker, shares his journey of overcoming a severe spinal injury and finding hope and strength in the face of adversity. He emphasizes the importance of gratitude, generosity, and taking the most generous assumptions in life.Mark's story serves as a reminder to value every step and to focus on the gains rather than the gaps. He discusses the power of writing as a form of reflection and healing, and how he shifted his perspective from loss to growth.Mark's resilience and optimism inspire others to pursue their potential and embrace the challenges that come their way. We discuss the importance of personal growth, mental health maintenance, and unpacking the concept of tall poppy syndrome. He emphasizes the need to evolve towards positivity and have a positive impact on others' lives.Mark shares his experience of writing a book, giving a TEDx talk, and the challenges he faced in putting himself out there. He highlights the significance of authenticity, integrity, and celebrating differences.We talk about the power of trying and the importance of measuring progress based on values and behaviors rather than just results.Listen to the full interview on Spotify, iHeart Radio, or Apple Podcasts.#tedxspeaker #tedx #author #writer #inspiration #injury #injuryrecovery #spinalinjury #motivation #australia #aotearoa #podcast #mentalperformance #tallpoppytalk #mentalhealthmatters
Tall Poppy Talk
Tall Poppy Syndrome, it's a social phenomenon, we all know, but don't often unpack. Kia ora, my name is Grace Lewis and I am on a mission to change the conversation around tall poppy syndrome. By focusing on the positives, rather than weaponising people's success, we can grow more Tall Poppies and fuel a culture that is based on genuine celebration of people's achievements. Join me as I interview legendary people who are [tall poppies] in their field, about their experience - & the lessons they've learned along the way.
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- Latest episode: 2025-07-10
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