Gratitude: Mark Matthews on Building Skills to Overcome Fear

In this episode, host Brendan sits down with professional big wave surfer turned keynote speaker, Mark Matthews. After a devastating surfing injury changed the course of his career, Mark had to redefine his identity and embrace a new path. He shares his journey of overcoming fear, finding gratitude in adversity, and using his experiences to inspire others. Tune in for a powerful conversation about resilience, transformation, and the mindset needed to take on life’s biggest waves.

 

01:02 Introducing Mark Matthews

04:19 Early school years

06:34 Big wave surfing

09:13 Fear

21:47 Mark's first big wave session

23:22 Legacy

26:58 Advice to kids

28:32 Mark's Mum

30:09 Gratitude

34:19 Gratitude texts

42:04 Final words of wisdom