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In this solo short episode, CJ challenges the notion that ego is always a negative trait. He discusses the importance of understanding the true definitions of words like ego and humility, and how they can be used in both positive and negative ways.

CJ shares personal examples of how his ego has driven him to success, such as pursuing his dreams and building a fulfilling life. He also emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between ego and humility, knowing when to ask for help and when to have confidence in oneself.

CJ encourages listeners to reflect on their own lives and identify areas where they can cultivate more ego or show more humility. Ultimately, he believes that mindset and self-belief are key to living a proud and fulfilling life.

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In this episode, hosts CJ and Erin Finley discuss the topic of self-reflection and personal growth.

They analyze their moments of doubt, as well as the tendency to dwell on decisions made, but also realize the importance that reflecting on decisions serves..

The episode is concluded with a year-end review of 2023 and discussion on areas of their lives where they feel they excelled and areas they aim to improve in the coming year.

Join CJ and Erin as they dive into an unfiltered conversation on life, marriage, parenthood, health, wellness, and the art of thriving.

Key Topics

[00:00:00] Making decisions and self-reflection.

[00:03:01] Erin on becoming a new mother.

[00:11:39] Forms of control that cause hesitation.

[00:13:20] Wanting to be thorough but not slow in to make decisions.

[00:20:13] CJ on balancing work and fatherhood.

[00:21:38] Prioritizing family and work-life balance.

[00:27:11] How can CJ be better?

[00:32:05] Being spontaneous and embracing serendipity.

[00:35:21] Spontaneity in personal life.

[00:41:46] Erin's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats.

[00:44:04] CJ's Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats.

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In this episode, CJ Finley chats again with Jeff McSweeny to recap their experience og running a The Lake Norman 50k Ultra race. They discuss their thoughts and feelings on the day of the race and the challenges they faced during the event.

Despite dealing with some soreness and bruised feet, they reflect on the mental strength gained from completing the race and discuss how it motivates them to continue inspiring others to overcome their own obstacles.

Tune in to hear their inspiring journey and learn how to thrive in all areas of life.

Key Topics

00:02:00 Family support is motivating. 00:05:31 Preparation and familiarity reduce anxiety. 00:15:41 How to maintain motivation during challenging moments. 00:21:25 Using Spotify motivational speeches to help overcome the pain. 00:26:56 Cj and Jeff switched leading the run to help time pass. 00:33:13 Hard work leads to accomplishments we cannot see until after the fact. 00:38:30 Why more people need to share their stories to inspire others.

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In this episode, CJ Finley sits down with his lifelong friend, Jeff McSweeny, as they prepare to run their first ultramarathon, the Lake Norman 50K. They discuss their training, mindset, and goals leading up to the race. Jeff shares his excitement for pushing past the 20-mile mark and testing his body's limits.

They also talk about the importance of fueling with carbs and the positive impact of sharing knowledge. Tune in to hear their journey and how they're feeling going into the race.

Key Topics

00:08:47 How other people doubting you can be fuel motivation. 00:13:06 Why Jeff hired a coach. 00:15:56 Importance of setting goals. 00:21:17 Prioritize adaptability and lifelong friendships. 00:26:36 Personal health leads to community health. 00:33:59 How to say "no" to friends and family during ultra training. 00:39:12 Invest in relationships for lifelong growth.

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In this solo short episode, CJ discusses the importance of being honest with oneself about how you spend your time and the excuses you may often make.

He emphasizes that saying "I don't have time" is often just an excuse for not wanting to do something, and shares personal examples of admitting what he does or does not want to do and how he prioritizes his time.

The episode concludes by highlighting the tendency for people to lie to themselves about their time management.

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In this episode, hosts CJ and Erin Finley discuss their recent experience participating in HYROX Mixed Doubles in Dallas, Texas.

They share their thoughts on pushing themselves to their limits, the importance of not overexerting oneself in certain aspects of life, and the overall benefits of participating in functional fitness races.

Tune in to hear their unfiltered conversation on racing, their marriage, and how to start thriving in all areas of life.

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Key Topics

[00:01:13] The HYROX fitness race concept.

[00:05:07] Training expectations and challenges.

[00:08:11] Pushing yourself to the max.

[00:12:09] What's going through your head during the race?

[00:16:10] What it feels like to be in the arena.

[00:19:24] The importance of community when it comes to hard challenges like HYROX.

[00:24:18] Cardio endurance and training.

[00:33:29] The purpose of peaks and valleys in sports and races.

[00:35:31] Self-doubt and personal growth.

[00:38:43] How to run wisely during HYROX.

[00:43:06] Gratitude and partnership in life and races.

[00:46:14] The potential of anybody.

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In this episode, CJ has a conversation with Ty Morris.

In the last two decades, Ty has been a professional basketball player, in capital markets sales, a real estate developer and PE/VC investor, and has lived in two different countries and six different cities (Chicago, Boston, Indianapolis, Denver, NYC and Cluj-Napoca Romania).

Life transitions and how to THRIVE during them... are very familiar to him. He's made 7-figures in three different industries, which gives him perspectives on how to help other young people go from 0-1 in brand new settings.

Today, along with being a loving husband and father, his mission is to remove the roadblocks in human connection through the use of evergreen communication tools. (While still operating as a practitioner in RE/PE/VC - never want to become a philosophologist)

Key Topics

00:06:14 Overcoming rejection fuels hunger. 00:10:46 Adversity teaches important life lessons. 00:15:19 Embracing new opportunities despite challenges.

00:27:00 Transitioning out of professional basketball 00:31:20 Importance of introspection and self-reflection. 00:39:38 Slowing down for meaningful fatherhood. 00:42:10 Prioritize family time for grounding. 00:47:42 Importance of boundaries and confidence 00:57:16 Embrace change and personal growth. 00:59:33 The power of storytelling.

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In this solo short episode, CJ reflects on his recent attendance of HPLT Austin.

He discusses the importance of investing in oneself and shares his experiences and valuable takeaways after attending challenging and growth-oriented events like Cactus to Clouds and HPLT (High-Performance Lifestyle Training).

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In this episode, hosts CJ and Erin Finley discuss the importance of taking a step back and finding time to connect with each other.

They share how their podcast has become a way for them to catch up and have meaningful conversations.

Erin also talks about CJ's recent trip to a retreat for men in the wellness space and how that has impacted his life, relationships, and business.

Tune in to hear more about their experiences and insights on thriving in life.

Key Topics

[00:02:05] CJ's biggest takeaway from the Cactus to Clouds retreat.

[00:06:42] Building a like-minded community.

[00:10:22] Men prioritizing family over business.

[00:13:20] Controlling outcome vs. relaxing nervous system.

[00:18:14] Writing my own obituary.

[00:22:08] Unleashing masculine energy.

[00:27:15] Letting go and prioritizing.

[00:30:15] Balancing work and family.

[00:33:11] Reflection on meaningful conversations.

[00:37:16] Connection time and self-care.

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In this episode, hosts CJ and Erin Finley discuss the concept of utilizing suffering as a skill. They reflect on their own experiences with sickness and death, and how it has shaped their perspective on living with integrity, intention, passion, and purpose.

They explore the idea of feeling lost and stagnant when everything seems to be going well, and suggest that putting oneself in uncomfortable positions can lead to growth.

Join them as they dive into the topic of how suffering can be a catalyst for personal transformation.

Key Topics

[00:02:10] Pain as a purpose for growth.

[00:09:03] Utilizing suffering as a skill.

[00:12:46] Suffering with other people.

[00:16:49] Living a fulfilling life.

[00:19:51] Challenging yourself to do uncomfortable things.

[00:24:58] Silent retreats.

[00:28:23] No tech, no agenda.

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