E285 5-years of Marriage: Overcoming Challenges and Growing Together w/ Erin Finley

E285 5-years of Marriage: Overcoming Challenges and Growing Together w/ Erin Finley

Author: CJ Finley July 20, 2023 Duration: 48:17
In this episode, CJ and his wife Erin reflect on their 5-years of marriage and discuss the struggles they have faced along the way. They delve into the topic of navigating a successful relationship when their lifestyles are similar, yet their personalities and ways of doing things are very different. They also discuss the conflicts that have risen because of CJ being an entrepreneur while Erin has been following a more stable path. This conversation shares insights from their own experiences and discusses the importance of tough conversations and personal growth in maintaining a strong relationship. Tune in to gain valuable insights into building a lasting partnership.   Key Topics [00:00:43] Navigating different career paths. [00:05:06] Becoming the person you want to be. [00:08:10] Confidence and finding your tribe. [00:13:50] Intensity and Relationship Dynamics. [00:16:30] Intensity in communication. [00:21:11] Working through relationship arguments. [00:23:02] Going all in on relationships. [00:27:48] Building a community with no expectations. [00:31:23] Including your partner in the process. [00:35:24] Different skill-sets and what breeds resentment. [00:38:08] Relationships and investing in them. [00:43:23] Pushing the limits of growth. [00:45:29] Future Finley Adventures.   Connect with Erin Instagram TikTok   Connect with CJ Finley: CJ's Instagram CJ's YouTube CJ's Twitter cjfinley.com   ThriveOnLife Podcast Instagram thriveonlife.com    

CJ Finley hosts the THRIVEONLIFE Podcast, a space dedicated to practical conversations about building a more fulfilling existence. Rather than just theorizing, each episode digs into the tangible aspects of well-being, focusing on the interconnected pillars of health, personal wealth, and genuine happiness. You’ll hear CJ in dialogue with a variety of entrepreneurs and mission-driven individuals who have moved beyond merely getting by and are actively crafting lives they love. These discussions are grounded in real experience, offering actionable tips and perspectives that listeners can apply to their own journeys. The tone is conversational and direct, avoiding empty inspiration in favor of substance. New episodes arrive regularly, continuing a consistent exploration of what it means to truly thrive. This podcast serves as a resource for anyone feeling stuck in a routine and looking for thoughtful guidance on integrating better habits, smarter financial choices, and a deeper sense of purpose into their daily routine. It’s about the cumulative effect of small, intentional changes across all areas of life.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

THRIVEONLIFE Podcast: Helping people live better lives with tips on health, wealth, and happiness.
Podcast Episodes
E316 Suffering is a skill --- and you should learn it. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:57
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 integ…
E315 Learning to let go of the things that I love. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:11
In this solo short episode, CJ reflects on the concept of "letting go" and how it has impacted his life since becoming a parent. He discusses the importance of managing time and energy and his personal experience of re-e…
E313 difficult questions > easy answers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07
In this short episode, CJ emphasizes the importance of asking ourselves difficult questions, rather than seeking easy answers. They highlight how traditional schooling often focuses too heavily on finding the right answe…
E312 World Mental Health Day w/ Erin Finley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:32
In this episode, hosts CJ and Erin Finley discuss the importance of mental health on World Mental Health Day. They share their thoughts on the increasing awareness of mental health struggles and how it has become a promi…
E308 The Power of Discipline in Changing Your Life [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:51
In this short episode, CJ addresses the common issue of people complaining about their health, career, and life, yet making excuses when given suggestions for change. Lack of discipline is identified as the root cause fo…