ENDURES with Suzanne Rath

Today on ENDURES, I speak to Nook O Dea, founder of adios.au. What started as an "If I Die Folder" tucked away in a drawer became something far more meaningful: Adios. In this episode, we explore why preparing for death isn't morbid, but one of the greatest gifts we can leave the people we love. From passports and birth certificates to funeral songs and final wishes, discover how planning ahead ca...

Today on ENDURES , I’m joined by Justin Em, who recently completed the 32 km Kokoda Challenge with his school team. Justin shares what the experience taught him about the importance of preparation before the event even begins. We explore how staying present helped him navigate difficult moments and why pacing yourself matters more than rushing ahead. Join me on June 25 for a FREE Endures pause & r...

You've probably been rewarded for the very habits that are now exhausting you. In this episode, I explore why high achievers are uniquely vulnerable to burnout and why discipline isn't always the answer. Discover the antidotes to over-functioning, constant striving, and living in permanent overdrive. https://www.fastcompany.com/91535974/14-high-achiever-habits-that-lead-straight-to-burnout-burnout...

Accountability does not equal taking responsibility for everyone and everything. But many leaders are burning out because they take responsibility for everything. In this episode, I explore the fine line between compassion and enabling, and why caring deeply doesn’t mean carrying indefinitely. I share how over-functioning in leaders often creates under-functioning in others, and how to recognise w...

In today’s episode, I explore what trail running and ultrarunning can teach us about psychological resilience and why resilience is far more than simply “toughing it out.” We dive into four powerful capacities: accepting reality, adapting and problem-solving, deliberately embracing challenge, and learning to coexist with discomfort. https://www.trailrunnermag.com/training/training-psychological-re...

On today’s episode of Endures , I explore one of the shadow sides of leadership and how repeated disappointments can cause us to become cynical. I share the four different types of trust and why discernment, rather than blind trust, is essential for building support systems that help leaders endure. As businesses grow, I've learned that not everyone belongs in every circle, and trust must be earne...

Most conversations about accountability focus on actions and behaviours, but rarely on identity. In this episode, I explore why many business owners struggle to evolve from operator to leader or CEO.I share the questions we need to ask ourselves about enabling, overhelping and holding onto outdated roles. Join me on June 25 for a FREE Endures pause & reset https://suzannerath.com.au/pause-reset-we...

Today on Endures , I'm joined by the remarkable Dr. Lara Gillespie (nee Wieland), an Australian rural generalist doctor, educator, Churchill Fellow and humanitarian. For more than three decades, Dr. Lara has dedicated her life to serving rural, remote and Indigenous communities, particularly in Cape York. Together with her husband Ron, she has also spent over 20 years running a volunteer charity s...

Today on Endures , I explore the third pillar of accountability: relational accountability. Many of us think accountability is simply doing what we say we’ll do. But what happens when business, leadership, and life get busy, and the people who matter most start getting what’s left over? I discuss how relational accountability shows up in our friendships, families, teams, and communities, why trust...

Today on Endures , I continue my series on the four paradigms of accountability by exploring behavioural accountability. Many leaders pride themselves on always being available, fixing every problem, and saying yes to everyone. But are those behaviours actually aligned with the vision you have for your life and business? I share some of the habits I had to unlearn as a business owner, why reacting...

Today on Endures, I share some reflections from a walk in the beautiful Atherton Tablelands while attending a yoga retreat and thinking about the book I’m writing on accountability. So often we expect accountability from others without first examining our own principles, convictions, and sense of purpose. Perhaps the greatest form of accountability is asking whether you’re proud of who you’re beco...

What if resilience has nothing to do with running 42.2km? In this clip from the Online Prosperity Podcast, I share why every one of us has faced our own version of a marathon through life's challenges, setbacks and seasons of change. We explore the role of resilience, adaptability, resourcefulness and strong boundaries in creating a life of abundance and sustainable success. https://youtu.be/CrJI1...

On today’s episode of Endures, I’m sharing a clip from my conversation with Michelle Frost on the Zen Run Podcast. We explore the powerful connection between identity and performance, and what happens when the thing we most identify with is suddenly taken away. Whether you're a runner, leader, business owner, or parent, tying your entire sense of self to one role can leave you vulnerable when life...

Today on ENDURES, I'm joined by Sophie Anderson- an expert on burnout prevention. We cover: - Why burnout can affect high performers, even when they appear successful from the outside. -Sophie shares what inspired her work in burnout prevention after decades in the corporate world. -We explore the early warning signs that are often missed by leaders and professionals. This practical conversation i...

Most people manage their calendar, but very few manage their energy. In this clip from the Chris Voss Show, I share why I see energy like a bank account and how intentional deposits can transform your performance, health, and leadership. Learn why doing more of your genius work, protecting your recovery, and being mindful of energy withdrawals can help you create sustainable success. Key takeaway:...

This week I had the opportunity to spend time with a group of Navy Cadets, and I left feeling incredibly hopeful about the future. What struck me wasn’t their uniforms or ranks. It was their confidence, communication skills, sense of belonging, and willingness to step outside their comfort zones. Programs like cadets, team sports, and other youth leadership initiatives don’t just create future lea...

Many business owners build successful businesses, only to find themselves trapped inside them. In this clip from The Art and Science of Physio , I share the identity shifts I made to move from clinician to owner, and from owner to leader. We explore the importance of designing your ideal role, committing fully to what matters most, and creating space for both impact and adventure. Whether it's tra...

It's easy to fill your day with activity and still make very little progress. Many leaders spend their time solving urgent problems, attending unnecessary meetings, and putting out fires that probably shouldn't have existed in the first place. The result? Exhaustion without momentum. In this conversation with Culture of One founder Shane Gunaratnam, I explore why high performers often get trapped...

In this episode, I share why I prefer the word grit to resilience and how it differs from simply bouncing back from challenges. Drawing from a recent conversation on Protocol Daily, I explore why so much of what we want in life, leadership, and business sits on the other side of discomfort, effort, and uncertainty. The question isn't whether life will be hard. The question is whether we're willing...

Today I explore the growing disconnect between how leaders perceive the support they're giving and how their teams actually experience it. Drawing on recent research, I unpack why resilience alone isn't enough anymore- and why endurance leadership is the answer. Let's build more purpose, sustainable systems, recovery, adaptability & meaningful support. I’m running a rare public workshop for women!...

What if “gut feel” in leadership isn’t weakness or emotion, but trained pattern recognition? In this episode, I explore why experienced leaders and endurance athletes often sense problems long before data confirms them. From energy leakage and hidden tension to pacing and values misalignment, your nervous system is constantly gathering information beneath conscious awareness. The challenge isn’t i...

AI can increase output - but it can’t automatically create meaning, resilience, or sustainable performance. In this episode, I explore the productivity paradox, entropy, and why output and endurance are not the same thing. As AI accelerates the pace of work and life, the real advantage may become deeply human skills: recovery, clarity, connection, adaptability, and purpose. Because if productivity...

How do you know whether it’s time to push forward… or change pace? In today’s episode, I explore the difference between intelligently adapting your approach and quietly bargaining yourself away from a meaningful goal. Sometimes the vision is still right, but the method, pace or timeline needs to shift. Elite athletes don’t hold race pace all year round. They recover, recalibrate and adapt. As lead...

Most people think routines are restrictive. But I’ve come to believe the real reason many high performers feel exhausted is constant decision-making and reactive living. In today’s episode, I explore why rhythms and routines are essential for protecting energy, creativity and focus in a noisy world. I talk about reducing cognitive load, creating intentional anchors, and why sustainable high perfor...

In this episode of Endures, I chat with Sally Pymer about the profound impact of simple human acts, particularly the power of a smile, in reducing stigma, promoting inclusion, and creating genuine connections. We explore how small gestures can significantly influence mental and physical health, social interactions, and healthcare experiences. Key Topics: * The universal nature of a smile as a conn...