ABOUT THIS EPISODE
In this deeply personal episode of Stories To Be Told, Jamie Small shares the story behind the man many know as a successful business owner, former rugby league player, podcast host, husband, and father.
Growing up surrounded by family breakdown, violence, instability, and a mother living with severe mental illness, Jamie's childhood was far from ordinary. He reflects on navigating trauma at a young age, leaving home as a teenager, and the lasting impact those experiences have had on his identity, relationships, and view of the world.
What begins as a conversation about rugby league and chasing professional sporting dreams quickly unfolds into a raw discussion about healing, fatherhood, generational cycles, and the challenges of processing childhood trauma as an adult. Jamie speaks openly about therapy, emotional resilience, learning to trust, and his determination to become the father he never had.
The episode also explores how losing his dream of an NRL career ultimately became the catalyst for building a successful electrical business, launching his podcast Everything Counts, and creating a brand driven by purpose and personal growth.
This is an honest and vulnerable conversation about adversity, identity, mental health, and the lessons that emerge when life doesn't go according to plan.
If you've ever struggled with your past, questioned your purpose, or wondered how to break the cycles you grew up with, this episode is a powerful reminder that your story doesn't have to define your future.
Jamie Small | Everything Counts Podcast
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*Disclaimer: This episode contains discussions surrounding childhood trauma, family violence, mental illness, emotional abuse, and mental health. These topics may be distressing for some listeners. Please take care while listening and seek support from a qualified professional or trusted person if needed*
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