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CurveballRise and fall – The life-altering accident that shaped Mark BerridgeAcross a jet-setting, decades-long career setting iron ore pricing for Rio Tinto, Mark Berridge faced lots of challenges. But it was a weekend bike ride with mates much closer to home that changed his life forever. “I never, ever expected to hear the word spinal cord injury.” Mark had to adapt to the unexpected, learning to walk again one step at a time. So he applied his business nous to his recovery, transforming each rehab problem into a chance to do learn something new. “I remember thinking, ‘how blessed am I to be out here rid...2025-06-2434 min
Author in the HeadlightsAuthor in the Headlights, 3.21, with Risa August - The Unpaved RoadThis week's interview is with Risa August, a woman with a brain tumor she named Bubba, and bike jaunt from the Canadian border to Mexico. Risa has turned her infirmity into a life-changing challenge, now becoming a speaker, Gestalt practitioner, and author, assisting others in learning how to deal with their own problems. Listen in to a wonderful 14 minutes as we discuss her life's journey. StriderThe Road Unpaved: https://books2read.com/u/mZDo8EOther books:Mark Berridge - A Fraction Stronger: https://books2read.co...2025-06-1113 min
The Online Prosperity ShowDiscover the ultimate mindset shift that transformed Mark Berridge’s life after a spinal injuryWelcome to the Online Prosperity
Show! I’m Prosper Taruvinga, and today’s guest is Mark Berridge, a TEDx speaker
and award-winning author who turned a cycling accident into a powerful story of
resilience.
Mark shares lessons from his
journey and a hilarious airport story you won’t forget. Tune in for inspiration
to tackle life’s challenges!
Company Name: Refreshing Value
Pty Ltd
Website: https://www.markberridge.com.au
Amazon Book/ Author Link: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-Berridge/author/B09MHVV8Q4
Linkedin: https://www...2025-01-161h 07
Life in Transition PodcastEmbracing Life’s Curveballs: Mark Berridge on Resilience and ReinventionHow do we rebuild our lives after trauma?In this episode of Life in Transition, host Art Blanchford sits down with Mark Berridge, former corporate leader turned author and resilience advocate, to share an extraordinary story of survival, acceptance, and personal growth. Following a life-changing accident that left him with a severe spinal cord injury, Mark opens up about his journey of physical recovery, mental resilience, and rediscovering his life’s purpose.Mark describes how he learned to “make friends with uncertainty” and set realistic goals focused on incremental progress rather than immediate results. From daily...2024-12-0546 min
The Online Prosperity ShowDiscover the ultimate mindset shift that transformed Mark Berridge’s life after a spinal injuryWelcome to the Online Prosperity Show! I'm your host, Prosper Taruvinga, and today we have an incredible guest, Mark Berridge.
Mark is a business leader, TEDx speaker, and multi-award-winning author who turned a severe cycling accident into a story of resilience and personal transformation.
His journey of becoming "A Fraction Stronger" in the face of adversity has inspired people worldwide to find strength in the most challenging moments.
In this episode, Mark shares his unique approach to overcoming obstacles, lessons from his recovery, and...2024-11-021h 07
Accountants' Success SecretsAccountants' Success Secrets TAKE 6Welcome to another exciting episode of "Accountants' Success Secrets," where your hosts Philippa Haynes and Mark Lee dive deep into the stories and strategies behind successful accountants.In today's episode, we reflect on our past interviews and share valuable insights from inspiring accountants like Peter Watkins, founder of Blue Penguin, and Tasnim Mustafa of Barnes and Scott, London's pioneering accountancy firm for tech startups. We delve into pivotal themes such as maintaining work-life balance, effective marketing strategies, leveraging AI, and the importance of building strong support networks.Plus, we'll preview our upcoming guest, Linda Booth...2024-09-2536 min
Hembury Books PodcastAn author's guide to book awardsMark Berridge is a keynote speaker and the author of the award-winning memoir, A Fraction Stronger, which was published by Major Street Publishing in 2022.
His book begins with how his life-changed in an instant when a biking accident left him with severe spinal cord damage and it explores inspiring stories of resilience.
A Fraction Stronger has won an incredible number of awards – 16 in total.
Mark breaks down his approach to entering book awards, which includes:
- How to find the best competitions for your book
- How winning an award impacts sa...2024-09-2244 min
Tall Poppy TalkYOU CAN DO HARD THINGS: Mark Berridge, from devastating spinal-injury to award-winning Author, Ted X Speaker, & resilience coach!"Uncertainty is my friend" - Mark Berridge, award-winning Author & Ted X Speaker.Mark, author and motivational speaker, shares his journey of overcoming a severe spinal injury and finding hope and strength in the face of adversity. He emphasizes the importance of gratitude, generosity, and taking the most generous assumptions in life.Mark's story serves as a reminder to value every step and to focus on the gains rather than the gaps. He discusses the power of writing as a form of reflection and healing, and how he shifted his perspective from loss to growth.2024-09-1755 min
Accountants' Success SecretsAccountants' Success Secrets with Rosie Berridge of Accountability Edinburgh🌟 Exciting New Episode of Accountants' Success Secrets! 🌟We're thrilled to announce the latest episode of our podcast, Accountants' Success Secrets, featuring the incredible Rosie Berridge, Director of Accountability Edinburgh. In this episode, Rosie delves into the challenges and triumphs of running a successful, client-centered accounting practice.🎙️ In this episode, you'll discover:The journey of starting an award-winning accountancy firm while managing twinsInsights into overcoming pandemic-era business challenges with innovative solutions.The importance of networking, client relationships, and continuous professional development.Here are three key takeaways:🔹 Adopt a Fair Fee Structure: Transitioni...2024-08-2831 min
True Fiction ProjectS4 Ep 10 - Wondrous ExperiencesAfter experiencing a tragic bicycle accident, Mark Berridge spent a year getting his health back. He then decided to write a story to inspire others to keep pushing a little bit further, because they are stronger than they think. This week on the True Fiction Project, Mark Berridge joins Reenita to talk about his accident, and what led him to write his nonfiction book, A Fraction Stronger. Mark discusses future work that he hopes to accomplish, shifting from a nonfiction author to a fiction author, and hopefully one day to playwriting. We then hear an excerpt from the short...2024-03-1226 min
The You Project#1429 Bad Things Happen To Good People - Mark BerridgeLet's be honest.. life's not fair, it doesn't care about your feelings, bad things happen to good people, good things happen to bad people (WTF?), hard work doesn't always pay off and in general terms... sh*t happens. And in the middle of the unfairness, the mayhem and the discomfort (and also., the good, joyful and beautiful), you and I need to do what we can, where we are, with what we've got to work with. Well, Mark Berridge has been navigating the mess and mayhem in a very specific way for the last five years and he joins...2024-02-0757 min
Roll With The PunchesWhen Your Fire Is All But Out | Mark Berridge - 721It's amazing what some people can do when the proverbial hits the fan. If you're in doubt about that, have a listen to this chat with Mark Berridge. What a legend. Out for a cycle one day, just like every other day as he'd bang out hundreds of km's on the pushy... Until it wasn't like any other day. Until he was lying in a ditch, desperately broken and yet to grasp what life was about to be like. Relearning to walk and figuring out life and the challenges that come with severe spinal cord damage surely...2023-12-1353 min
Previously Learnt : Life Lessons From Notable PeopleDealing With A Life Changing Accident - with multi award winning author and TEDx speaker Mark BerridgeOn this episode of Previously Learnt, we had the absolute privilege and fortune to be joined by Mark Berridge. Mark had a high powered corporate job, which was cut short due to a life changing accident during a routine bike ride. It was incredibly inspiring to hear how Mark dealt with his severe spinal cord injury. Mark discussed introducing hope, visualising small wins that allow you to aim higher and embracing uncertainty. Following his injury Mark (www.markberridge.com.au) is the multi award author of the book 'A Fraction Stronger'. He is also a renowned...2023-11-1441 min
Unfiltered DiscussionsA Fraction StrongerMy guest is Mark Berrige. Mark is an experienced corporate leader turned multi-award-winning author, Mark Berridge shares the life-changing lessons he gained after a biking accident left him feeling physically and emotionally helpless.The impact resulted in severe spinal cord damage, triggering an ongoing personal battle of recovery to overcome his devastating injuries. Mark found strength through drawing on insights from his professional expertise, combined with personal grit, determination and embracing the support around him. Mark champions the idea that we are all a fraction stronger than we think, and with guidance we can bounce back stronger. He strives...2023-10-1650 min
Science VsExercise: Your Favorite Wellness Episode!Here’s the episode you voted as our best wellness episode: Exercise! Lots of people hit the gym to shed unwanted pounds, but they don’t always see results on the scale. We tackle the power of exercise and why you should bother. We speak with obesity expert Dr. Yoni Freedhoff, psychiatrist Dr. Gary Cooney, neuroscientist Prof. Wendy Suzuki and urologist Dr. Stacey Kenfield.Find our transcript here: https://bit.ly/SVFavWellnessEpThis episode was produced by Wendy Zukerman, with help from Meryl Horn, Rose Rimler and Lexi Krupp. Our...2023-08-1031 min
Good GriefSurviving a Cycling Accident: Rediscovering Who I AmDr. Christine Malone interviews Mark Berridge, who was involved in a tragic cycling accident that left him with six broken bones and two fractured vertebrae. Mark discusses how this accident has changed his life and how he had to completely relearn who he is now that he can no longer do the sports and outdoor events he once enjoyed.
Mark spent seven weeks in the hospital with a further ten months full-time focused on regaining his mobility. He will pursue physical rehabilitation for the rest of his life to sustain his gains and chase marginal improvements. The a...2023-08-0631 min
THE SDA HOUSING PODCASTEpisode 123 - Collaborative Conversations to Open Doors on Housing SolutionsEPISODE:Today's episode is very exciting with 7 people in total sitting around a boardroom table in our office. We are lucky enough to have five guest speakers with Minh and Debbie as our co-hosts to have a collaborative conversation to open doors on housing solutions in SDA, STA and MTA. The speakers and their details are below:Natalie Gaskin - Holistic Home CareBusiness Relationship Managerhttps://holistichomecare.com.au/1300 942 008Elesha Macdonald - My Care CollectiveSupport Coordinator and Recovery Coach...2023-04-271h 19
MindUnplugged Show with Dragos RaduS3 - E2 - Mark Berridge - Becoming a Fraction Stronger: Overcoming Adversity and Embracing PossibilityIn this podcast episode, we have the privilege of hearing from Mark Berridge, a remarkable individual who has faced incredible challenges and emerged even stronger. Mark's international corporate career was abruptly disrupted by a severe spinal cord injury, forcing him to confront uncertainty, fear, and doubt. Mark shares his personal story of resilience and perseverance, discussing how he navigated the darkest moments of his recovery journey and ultimately emerged as "a fraction stronger."Drawing on his lived experience, Mark shares powerful insights and lessons on how to build deeper connections, push through adversity, and achieve your goals...2023-04-0844 min
The Adversity Psychologist'A Fraction Stronger' Life-Changing Injury and Inner StrengthSeries 3 Episode 1In this episode I talk to Mark Berridge, Author of ‘A Fraction Stronger’. Mark survived a cycle accident which left him with a severe spinal chord injury. He writes and shares his journey through rehabilitation and beyond to inspire people in the face of adversity. An absolute must listen.We talk:Experiencing life changing injuryRehabilitation and finding meaning in life againOvercoming obstacles - physical and emotional “embracing uncertainty"Finding your inner strength. Channelling what we have inside ourselves to cope with adversity.Helping and inspiring others through writing and connection.2023-01-1149 min
THE COURAGE TO LEAD INTERVIEW SERIES12. MARK BERRIDGETODAYS INTERVIEW IS WITH MARK BERRIDGE- AUTHOR OF A FRACTION STRONGER
THE INSPIRING STORY OF ONE MANS SURVIVAL AFTER A LIFE CHANGING ACCIDENT, AND FINDING POSSIBILITY IN LIFES DARKEST MOMENTS
IN A SPLIT SECOND, MARK BERRIDGE'S LIFE CAME CRASHING DOWN.
HIS BICYCLE UNDERSTEERED THROUGH A CORNER, CATAPULTING HIM HEADFIRST INTO A STORMWATER DRAIN.
A LARGE PIECE OF DISLODGE VERTEBRA COMPRESSED HIS SPINAL CORD, CAUSING DEVASTATING NERVE DAMAGE.
ITS NOT ABOUT THE FALL -ITS ABOUT HOW YOU CHOOSE TO GET UP.
MARK FOUND THE POWER WITHIN TO BECOME A FRACTION STRONGER EVERYDAY.
YOU WILL FIND MARK BERRIDGE IS JUST A NICE...2022-12-221h 20
Mental ArsenalFinding Belief and Possibility in Life's Impossible Moments with Mark BerridgeMark Berridge is an expert on lived adversity, having faced the challenge of a devastating spinal cord injury following an early morning cycling incident. Mark spent 7 weeks in the hospital and a further 9 months regaining his mobility. He will have to pursue physical rehabilitation for the rest of his life to sustain the gains he has made. The accident shattered his sense of identity, causing him to renegotiate his identity as a professional, and as a husband and father. Mark now helps others find possibility from their impossible moments.2022-11-3053 min
The Paul Taylor Podcast | Expert in Hardiness and Mental FitnessA Fraction Stronger with Mark BerridgeThis week's podcast is a personal story of becoming a fraction stronger through adversity, with Mark Berridge. Mark has succeeded in the face of adversity, with a high-powered international corporate career disrupted by a severe spinal cord injury, triggering a personal battle to overcome the ongoing muscular and sensory impacts of his accident. Check out his website and book here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-11-1844 min
unSILOed with Greg LaBlanc210. Recovering Our Lost Nutritional Wisdom feat. Mark SchatzkerWhen it comes to nutrition, conventional wisdom suggeststhat we are at the mercy of an unhinged appetite and an addiction to calories. But as science shows, we're much smarter when it comes to eating than we previously thought.Mark Schatzker is an award-winning writer based in Toronto and author of such books as “The End of Craving, rediscovering, or Recovering the Lost Wisdom of Eating”. He is also a writer-in-residence at the Modern Diet and Physiology Research Center at Yale University, and a frequent contributor to The Globe and Mail (Toronto), Condé Nast Traveler, and Bloomberg Pursuits....2022-11-111h 09
A Dose of Hope RadioADOH RADIO PRESENTS EPISODE 87: “A FRACTION STRONGER” FEAT. INSPIRATIONAL AUTHOR MARK BERRIDGELIVE – WED., NOVEMBER 9, 2022. This episode will feature inspirational music, positive inspirations, and inspirational author MARK BERRIDGE. He constructively challenges pre-existing mindsets of his audience to inspire positive outcomes. Mark delivers stimulating perspectives from both his personal and professional experiences, from successfully negotiating multiple hundred-million dollar deals in his corporate career, to how he deals with uncertainty and adversity in his ongoing battle to overcome a devastating spinal cord injury. Mark has a passion for motivating people to deliver better outcomes in business and enrich meaning in life. Mark has succeeded in the face of adversity, with a high-powered international co...2022-11-0958 min
A Dose of Hope RadioADOH RADIO PRESENTS EPISODE 87: “A FRACTION STRONGER” FEAT. INSPIRATIONAL AUTHOR MARK BERRIDGELIVE – WED., NOVEMBER 9, 2022. This episode will feature inspirational music, positive inspirations, and inspirational author MARK BERRIDGE. He constructively challenges pre-existing mindsets of his audience to inspire positive outcomes. Mark delivers stimulating perspectives from both his personal and professional experiences, from successfully negotiating multiple hundred-million dollar deals in his corporate career, to how he deals with uncertainty and adversity in his ongoing battle to overcome a devastating spinal cord injury. Mark has a passion for motivating people to deliver better outcomes in business and enrich meaning in life. Mark has succeeded in the face of adversity, with a high-powered international co...2022-11-0958 min
A Dose of Hope RadioADOH RADIO PRESENTS EPISODE 86: “MAKE IT PERSONAL” FEAT. NATIONAL RECORDING ARTIST MARY WYNNLIVE – WED., NOVEMBER 2, 2022. This episode will feature inspirational music, positive inspirations, and MARY WYNN here for the INSPIRATIONAL MUSIC HIGHLIGHT! Mary Ann Wynn is a native of Saginaw, Michigan and currently lives in the Detroit Metro Area. Music has been a major part of her life since the age of nine. While growing up, she began to play, direct, and sing in various choirs. Following high school, she enrolled in Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, after receiving a full tuition talent scholarship. Mary earned a Bachelor’s degree in Vocal Music Education and later received a Master’s degree...2022-11-0254 min
A Dose of Hope RadioADOH RADIO PRESENTS EPISODE 86: “MAKE IT PERSONAL” FEAT. NATIONAL RECORDING ARTIST MARY WYNNLIVE – WED., NOVEMBER 2, 2022. This episode will feature inspirational music, positive inspirations, and MARY WYNN here for the INSPIRATIONAL MUSIC HIGHLIGHT! Mary Ann Wynn is a native of Saginaw, Michigan and currently lives in the Detroit Metro Area. Music has been a major part of her life since the age of nine. While growing up, she began to play, direct, and sing in various choirs. Following high school, she enrolled in Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, after receiving a full tuition talent scholarship. Mary earned a Bachelor’s degree in Vocal Music Education and later received a Master’s degree...2022-11-0254 min
Extra OrdinaryFinding possibility in life's darkest momentsMark Berridge is a Keynote Speaker and Author of 'A Fraction Stronger', a book about Mark's experiences after the life-changing accident that caused his disability and how he found possibilities in life's darkest moments. Mark uses his lived experience with a spinal cord injury to teach others about resilience and belief through his writing and speaking engagements. In today's episode, Mark shares his passion for helping others understand their own journeys and explains the power of good connections. You'll also hear the unique story of how Mark's injury led him down an entirely different career path and h...2022-10-1041 min
The Simone Feiler PodcastMark Berridge - Author of A Fraction StrongerI'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Let me know via text :)Mark Berridge shares the powerful personal journey to recovery following a devastating cycling accident in 2019 rendering him with spinal damage. Finding resilience within difficulty, Mark has a passion for helping people who are facing change and trauma to become a fraction stronger, following his three key principles: lanterns, angels and demons. "Because it is not about how we fall, it is about how we choose to get up. It is not about the inertia and the fear, it is how...2022-10-0451 min
Well, That F*cked Me Up! Surviving Life Changing Events.S2 EP38: Mark's Story - Learning To Walk AgainSend us a textMark Berridge was cycling with his friends, just like he usually did, one fine weekend in Brisbane, Australia. At speed, Mark missed a turn and made a split second decision that ould shape his life forever. Left unable to move in a storm ditch, Mark tells bout his long and intense journey through recovery and beyond. Mark would suddenly leave his high powered career behind, as he dealt with a severe spinal cord injury, triggering a personal battle to overcome the ongoing muscular and sensory impacts of his accident. It's an astonishing, gripping...2022-09-2249 min
One Moment Please#80 A Fraction Stronger - Mark BerridgeImagine going bike riding with your friends, then the next thing you know you're flying through the air, crunching into the earth and then gasping for breath. Suffering an agonising wait for the ambulance. Trying to remain calm. Desperately hoping that the damage is not as severe as it feels. Hearing the words spinal cord injury and being told you may never walk again. Feeling your identity shatter inside you. Mark Berridge navigated these impossible moments, after a cycling accident launched him onto a recovery path littered with uncertainty and fear. It upended the high-flying corporate life the father...2022-08-261h 07
My Warm Table ... with SoniaA Fraction Stronger: overcoming adversity after a cycling accident with Mark BerridgeMark Berridge is an author, speaker and lived adversity expert talking about his book A Fraction Stronger. It’s a book Mark never imagined he would write. Mark’s high powered corporate career came to an abrupt end in March 2019 following a very serious cycling accident. It fractured his identity and triggered a personal battle to regain his mobility and reimagine a different life with new meaning. A Fraction Stronger is an inspirational book about facing adversity with a positive spirit, intentional actions and a can-do attitude. It’s a blueprint on how we can embrace uncertainty and libera...2022-08-0838 min
Awesome WomenMark Berridge - Keynote Speaker, AuthorImagine flying through the air, crunching into the earth and gasping for breath. Suffering an agonising wait for the ambulance. Trying to remain calm. Desperately hoping the damage is not as severe as it feels. Hearing the words ‘spinal cord injury’ and that you may never walk again. Feeling your identity shatter inside you.
Mark Berridge navigated these impossible moments after a cycling accident launched him onto a recovery path littered with uncertainty and fear. Upended from the high-flying corporate life he had known, he embarked on a journey of determined self-discovery.
Mark shares the atti...2022-08-0322 min
My Warm Table ... with SoniaCareers after 50 or after serious illness with career counsellor Lois Keay-SmithLife/Work balance and changing careers after 50 requires a growth mindset. It can be scary but Career Counsellor Lois Keay-Smith reassures us that our skills and experiences can lead to more fulfilling careers and greater joy in life. We also explore careers after cancer or serious illness through her Churchill Fellowship research project. If you're thinking of a new start in your later years - then this is the episode for you!You’ll hear:What is a career counsellor? (2:00)Tricky transitions (3:10)Career transitions for elite sportspeople (5:10)Inward journey to find a new c...2022-08-0156 min