Struggling with Despair: The hard road to finding happiness

I Love Being Sober

“You will believe without a doubt, you will achieve what others doubt.” That is a quote from my guest today, Tony Grebmeier.

Tony built up a multimillion-dollar business in ShipOffers, which was ranked as one of Inc. 5000's fastest-growing private companies in the U.S., all while battling addiction with drugs and alcohol.

Tony's determination and resilience led him to not only build a successful business but also to become a beacon of hope and motivation for others. As the host of the Be Fulfilled Podcast: The Real Stories Behind Success, Tony has spent six seasons redefining what it means to be truly successful.

In today's episode, we'll dive into Tony's story, exploring the highs and lows of his journey. Whether you're on a personal or professional path to fulfillment, this conversation is packed with valuable insights and inspiration to help you climb your own success mountain.

• [04:17] One of Tony's best gifts from recovery was learning he has no control over other people's opinions.
• [05:12] When Tony was drinking, he had no idea that people could change and go into recovery.
• [09:07] Tony shares the circumstances of going to his first meeting which led to 15 years of recovery.
• [10:05] He focuses on figuring out what he can do today to be 1% better and that's all that matters. It's easier to be honest and truthful.
• [11:42] Tony was 2 years old the first time he drank.
• [13:51] When he was 36 years old, it was the time to make a change in his life.
• [19:04] His first 90 days of sobriety included calling his sponsor and going to meetings everyday. He missed a couple days of not checking in, but he made his meetings and did his work.
• [20:41] He needs one thing to focus on. No drinking, no drugging.
• [23:08] Tony talks about battling addiction while building ShipOffers.
• [28:34] It's our job to put the initiative in so we don't have to worry about how it works out.
• [33:06] When life throws Tony a curveball, he starts with gratitude.
• [37:26] Ego. Tony says that when egos are in play there's nothing else going on.
• [41:27] Fulfillment is everything to Tony.
• [42:01] He also has a book coming out called, The Power of Fulfillment. True empowerment and fulfillment comes from identifying what I want to be today when I wake up in the morning.
• [48:43] Serving and getting into action is one of the greatest gifts.
• [50:51] The Be Fulfilled Master Class is all the work that Tony's been doing. It's free, and it's mostly about taking ownership of your life.

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Camelback Recovery
• I Love Being Sober YouTube
• Tony Grebmeier
• Tony Grebmeier [phone]
• Be Fulfilled Podcast
• Tony Grebmeier Facebook
• Tony Grebmeier LinkedIn
• ShipOffers
• Be Fulfilled