Mark Manson: The Brutal Truth About Success, Happiness & What Really Matters
58 mins | Why is it so hard to balance success, relationships, and the life you actually want?
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Why is it so hard to balance success, relationships, and the life you actually want?
Mark Manson, New York Times bestselling author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck and Everything is Fcked, returns to A Life of Greatness for the third time. Known for his blunt honesty and refreshing perspective, Mark sits down with Sarah Grynberg to unpack the realities of success, relationships, and the struggles that come with both.
Together, they explore what happens to friendships when fame and success enter the picture, why writing his next book has been his biggest challenge yet, and how to build personal and professional relationships that actually last.
With deep insights and hard-hitting truths, this conversation will challenge the way you think about success, fulfillment, and the relationships that shape your life. If you’ve ever questioned what truly matters, this episode is for you.
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In this interview, we discuss:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:04:28 Choosing Not to Drink
00:07:15 Thoughts on Ozempic
00:11:19 Adopting a Healthier Lifestyle
00:15:51 Friendships Before & After Fame
00:19:05 Dealing with Jealousy & Success
00:24:53 Dating Within the Same Industry
00:25:52 Lessons on Love
00:30:03 What Makes a Relationship Last?
00:33:45 How Childhood Shapes Your Views on Love
00:35:12 The Book Craze & Taking a Break
00:35:13 Turning Down Money to Prioritise Rest
00:42:34 Mental Health Journey
00:44:28 Writing Another Book
00:48:09 Creativity & the Influence of Money
00:50:29 Details on His Next Book Release
00:51:56 Has His Perspective on *The Subtle Art* Changed?
00:52:55 The Meaning Behind the “F*ck” in His Book
00:55:17 The Best Advice He’s Ever Received
00:59:48 His Favourite Quote from *The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck*
00:59:52 What *A Life of Greatness* Means to Him
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