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Grind Diaries

Grind Diaries

Hosted by Ant Willis

Episodes

27

Latest episode

Oct 2026

Language

EN

About the show

In a world of social media where images that portray wealth and glamour are shoved into the faces of our younger generation, giving the perception that success is easy, Grind Diaries talks about the hardships of making this stuff a reality: the highs, the lows, the mental battles, the resilience and ultimate will to keep pushing forwards... AKA, the grind.

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October 14, 2026Episode 957 min

S2 - Ep9 - Rebecca Staniforth - You're Not Stuck. Your Mindset Is Holding You Back

Have you ever felt capable of more, but found yourself holding back because of fear, self-doubt or what other people might think? In this episode of The Grind Diaries , I sit down with Rebecca Staniforth of Life Coaching with Rebecca to explore why we sometimes become our own biggest obstacle — and how we can start making meaningful changes. With a background in HR, recruitment and life coaching, Rebecca helps people break through limiting beliefs, rebuild confidence and take steps towards the life they really want. Drawing on her own experiences of burnout, personal challenges and a life-changing horse-riding accident, she shares a refreshing perspective on resilience, identity and what it really means to be successful. We discuss: Limiting beliefs: Why we tell ourselves we're not the type of person who can achieve certain things. Fear of judgement: How worrying about what others think can stop us pursuing our passions and ambitions. Identity and confidence: Why lasting change starts with how we see ourselves, not simply motivation or discipline. Resilience and reinvention: How life's toughest experiences can change our perspective and help us move forward. Self-criticism and burnout: Why we need to show ourselves the same kindness we give to everyone else. Building better habits: How small, manageable changes can lead to lasting results. Mindset and gratitude: Why freedom of mind, self-awareness and making the best of what we have are essential to a fulfilling life. One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation is that you don't need to transform your entire life overnight. Sometimes, you just need to take one small step, challenge one limiting belief or stop giving so much power to what other people might think. As Rebecca reminds us, the happiest people don't necessarily have everything — they make the best of everything. My question for you: What's one thing you've been putting off because of fear, self-doubt or worrying about other people's opinions? Let us know in the comments. If you enjoy the conversation, please like the video, subscribe to the channel and share it with someone who might need to hear this message. Connect with Rebecca Staniforth Find Rebecca on Facebook and Instagram by searching for Life Coaching with Rebecca . You can also find her free five-question life audit through the link in her social media bio. Thanks for listening to The Grind Diaries. #TheGrindDiaries #PersonalDevelopment #Mindset #LifeCoaching #Resilience

May 21, 2026Episode 81 hr 6 min

S2 ep8 - George Middleton - Fitness literally saved my life

S2 ep8 George Middleton - Fitness literally saved my life In this super powerful episode George Middleton talks about how he completely transformed his life with fitness and diet losing a massive 16 stone in the process and ultimately saving his life. This was a seriously inspiring conversation - one not to be missed.

March 12, 2026Episode 759 min

S2 ep7 - Christy Samuel - Building your dreams from a place of adversity

S2 ep7 - Christy Samuel - Building your dreams from a place of adversity In this episode, Christy talks about how she built the amazing Cliq Chef app whilst battling serious health issues in hospital. Its a truly inspirational conversation. Enjoy

February 11, 2026Episode 650 min

S2 Ep6 - Dhan Tamang - Success is a mind set

S2 Ep6 Dhan Tamang -Success is a mind set One of the most powerful episodes we've recorded!! Dhan's journey is nothing short of incredible! Coming from Nepal where he'd never seen a car and didn't know any English in 2010, to becoming 6 times UK Latte art champion and successful business owner with multiple coffee shops across the south of UK with plans to expand globally.

February 4, 2026Episode 51 hr 15 min

S2 Ep5 - Steve Robinson - The problem solving mindset

S2 Ep5 Steve Robinson - The problem solving mindset In this incredible episode, Steve talks openly about how we went from the commercial world into setting up his own business and thriving in that world by taking on a problem solving mindset. Steve doesn't see problems as blockers, he see's them as tasks that need to be worked at and once solved usually ends up presenting opportunities. Its an incredible chat and I hope you take as much from it as I did.

January 28, 2026Episode 41 hr 0 min

S2 Ep4 - Bee Wallis - Changing your relationship with food

S2 Ep4 - Bee Wallis - Changing your relationship with food In this incredible episode, Bee discusses her methods for how she's helped countless women change the way that they think about food and create good relationships with what they eat.

January 21, 2026Episode 31 hr 25 min

S2 Ep3 - Michael Kurn - Desire, Dream, Vision

Season 2 Episode 3 Michael Kurn In this episode we go deep into Michaels incredibly strong mind set and understand his ability to overcome challenges and push through when times get tough. I took so much from this conversation, its truly inspiring.

January 12, 2026Episode 21 hr 28 min

S2 Ep2 - Jim Patterson - Music makes the world go round

Season 2 Episode 2 Jim Patterson In this episode, Jim returns to the pod to talk about the exciting year he has had in the music space including time spent writing music with Carl Barat of the Libertines and Dirty Pretty Things. Jim also gives us some acoustic samples of his latest songs in an exclusive preview :)

January 5, 2026Episode 11 hr 8 min

S2 Ep1 - Andy Hooper - Step away from your business to help it grow

Season 2 Episode 1 Andy Hooper In this incredible episode hear how Andy went from selling stuff at a car boot sale to owning several business' with multiple millions in revenue.

June 30, 2025Episode 181 hr 44 min

Episode 18 - Hannah Schwausch - The power of knowing your why

Episode 18 - Hannah Schwausch - The power of knowing your why In this, the final episode of season 1, the amazing Hannah Schwausch gives us incredible insight into how she coaches people to understand their why. This powerful perspective has enabled Hannah to help hundreds of people achieve more and have a better understanding of how they can get the most from their life This is a powerful episode and a great way to end the series. Hannah was absolutely instrumental in the creation of the Grind Diaries and without her words of wisdom, and encouragement, I don't think it would have got off the ground. I hope you enjoy this episode :)

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