From our Season One Podcasts:

Some people wait for life to happen. Others make the choice to go after it.

Sarah Sandman is a swim coach, free diver, adventure-seeker, and entrepreneur who has built a life based on freedom, purpose, and saying YES to experiences that push her beyond her comfort zone.

In this episode, Sarah opens up about:

Surviving a car crash in high school & how it reshaped her approach to life;

Why the ocean became her sanctuary and the key to her healing;

Breaking free from the 9-to-5 mindset & designing a life of adventure;

Overcoming mental health struggles and the power of one small daily habit;

How making uncomfortable choices leads to the biggest personal growth.

From jumping off yachts into freezing waters to training rescue swimmers on South Africa’s wild coast, Sarah is proof that when you choose courage over comfort, life opens up in ways you never expected.

If you’re stuck in a rut, afraid to take risks, or just need a reminder that life is meant to be LIVED—this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now. Be inspired. Then go and give it beans.

Here are some of the key Takeaways:

• You Can Rebuild, No Matter Where You Are – After hitting rock bottom mentally and emotionally, Sarah found healing in the ocean. One small commitment—putting her feet in the sand every day—led to a complete mindset shift.
• Comfort is Overrated – Growth, adventure, and self-discovery happen when you say YES to the things that scare you. Sarah challenges the idea that life should be easy—the best moments happen when you push through discomfort.
• Simplicity is the Key to Mental Resilience – Struggling with mental health? Start with one non-negotiable habit. For Sarah, it was touching the ocean every day—a tiny act that changed her entire perspective.
• Saying YES Will Change Your Life – Sarah and her family have a rule: if an opportunity for adventure presents itself, they take it. No overthinking, no excuses—just action. And it’s led to some of the most rewarding experiences of their lives.
• Find an Accountability Partner – If you’re trying to build better habits or push yourself, find someone who won’t let you back out. Having a friend who says, "See you in five," when you want to quit makes all the difference.

Soundbites:

"Saying yes is a choice. It’s not about waiting until you’re ready—it’s about deciding to go anyway."

"I wasn’t going to let fear dictate my life. The ocean became my reset button."

"We are addicted to comfort. But the best things in life happen when we choose discomfort instead."

"You don’t have to wait for your life to collapse before you make a change. Just take the first step."

"I told myself I’d touch the ocean every day. That one decision completely changed my life."

Where to Connect Sarah Sandman

Instagram: @sarahsandman

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Recorded 2023