Age Better with Barbara Hannah Grufferman
You Can Do Hard Things: How to Be Resilient with Mark Black EP 112
02 Jul 2024
"Building resilience is about doing hard things every day." -Mark Black Welcome to another episode of AGE BETTER. Today, I'm honored to sit down with Mark Black, a heart and double-lung transplant recipient turned four-time marathon runner. Mark's incredible journey of resilience began with a congenital heart defect and led to a life-saving transplant. Less than three years later, he ran a marathon—and then did it three more times! In our conversation, Mark shares the importance of acknowledging and accepting challenges, adapting to new circumstances, and aspiring to a clear vision. He emphasizes the power of taking action and regularly assessing one's progress. Mark encourages us to do something challenging every day to build resilience and highlights the role of gratitude and social support in maintaining resilience. Why You Should Listen: - Discover how Mark's journey can inspire you to face and overcome your own challenges. - Learn practical strategies to develop and maintain resilience in your life. - Gain insights into the power of gratitude and social support in building a resilient mindset. - Understand why resilience is key to aging better and living a fulfilling life. Key Takeaways: We can do hard things: Embrace challenges and recognize your own strength and capabilities. Find gratitude in life's challenges: Learn to appreciate the lessons and growth that come from difficult experiences. Seek social support: Surround yourself with people who uplift and support you through tough times. Learn more about Mark Black: The Resilience Roadmap Book: https://markblack.ca/thebook Speaker website: UnbeatableResilience.com Coaching: MarkBlack.ca/coaching LEARN MORE ABOUT AGE BETTER PODCAST Age Better podcast delves into a diverse range of topics, including finance, work, health, fitness, style, makeup, hair, nutrition, travel, relationships, sex, menopause and more. Each week, I'll bring you the latest insights, expert opinions, and actionable advice. Stick with Me! Let's embark on this remarkable journey together! We'll explore new concepts, challenge old beliefs, and inspire one another to not just embrace but genuinely LOVE our bodies, minds, and spirits as we get older. Listen and Subscribe To join this adventure, remember to subscribe or follow the "Age Better with Barbara Hannah Grufferman" podcast on platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Yep, you can watch it or just listen! Share Your Ideas and Questions Your questions have spurred many episodes, so please keep them coming! Share your ideas for topics and guest suggestions at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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