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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