How To Live A Good LIfeHow To Live A Good LIfe
Sideways
Graham Landi and Martin Pankhurst discuss living a 'good enough' life, balancing humour with insights on self-acceptance, gratitude, and recovery.
56:53•5 Mar 2026
Living a 'Good Enough' Life: Finding Balance and Gratitude
Episode Overview
- Embrace balance by setting realistic expectations.
- Let go of perfectionism to focus on what truly matters.
- Define your own 'enough' to avoid constant striving.
- Simplify choices to reduce mental fatigue.
- Practise gratitude to shift focus from what's missing to what's present.
“"A woman like you's no good for me."”
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? In this week's episode of Sideways, Graham Landi and Martin Pankhurst chat about what it means to live a 'good enough' life. From amusing tales of a woman becoming unexpectedly wealthy at a coffee shop to the invention of smart underwear that tracks flatulence, this episode offers a delightful mix of humour and thought-provoking discussion.
The hosts explore the concept of balance, self-acceptance, and the importance of letting go of perfectionism. They also touch on how recovering from addiction often involves finding comfort in the unfamiliar stability of a balanced life. The episode is peppered with personal anecdotes and witty banter, making it both entertaining and insightful. As they discuss the idea of simplifying choices to reduce mental fatigue, you'll find yourself pondering your own life decisions.
This episode is a refreshing reminder that sometimes, good enough is truly enough. So, what does living a 'good enough' life mean to you?
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