Join us for a deeply inspiring conversation with Andrew Jobling—former AFL player, bestselling author, speaker, and wellness advocate—as he shares his powerful journey from professional athlete to personal trainer to transformational author and speaker. Through resilience, self-belief, and a relentless commitment to growth, Andrew reveals the mindset shifts that have helped him—and thousands of others—create meaningful, lasting change.
In this episode, Andrew and Steve dive deep into overcoming self-doubt, building a life based on purpose, and why small daily habits are the real foundation for success. Whether you’re chasing personal goals, navigating career shifts, or looking for practical strategies to level up your mindset, this episode is packed with real tools and timeless wisdom.
About our guest:
Andrew Jobling is a former St Kilda AFL player turned author, speaker, and high-performance coach. After seven years in professional football and 15 years in the fitness industry, Andrew transitioned to writing and speaking to inspire others to live passionately, purposefully, and powerfully. He is the author of multiple bestselling books, including Tears of Joy and The Wellness Puzzle, and hosts The Wellness Puzzle Podcast, empowering people globally to build happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.
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Episode Highlights:
00:00 - Episode Trailer
01:19 - From AFL stadiums to bestselling books: Andrew’s journey
04:12 - Defining moments and overcoming “not good enough”
08:16 - Hitting rock bottom: debt, burnout, and a life pivot
13:26 - The life-changing power of asking “How do I want to live?”
18:10 - Lessons from professional sport: pain, resilience, and mindset
24:36 - Why attitude outweighs ability
29:24 - Clarity creates change: the science of small decisions
34:16 - Morning routines, mindfulness, and momentum
38:03 - Living in the moment and building a future through daily habits
43:12 - The truth about self-worth and why it underpins everything
48:13 - From personal struggle to writing seven bestselling books
51:06 - Practical tips for boosting self-belief and taking action
54:16 - Redefining success: it’s not about achievement, it’s about feeling
58:15 - You are good enough: unlocking your self-worth
01:01:12 - Why your existence is no accident—and your life matters
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