The Better Man Podcast

060: Thriving vs. Surviving: Live a Life You Truly Love Instead of One You Secretly Hate with CJ Finley


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Have you ever wondered what it means to thrive? To have a life so fulfilling that you wake up every morning bursting with energy? 

Many of us go through life on autopilot: We don't question what we’re doing or why we’re doing it. We get used to our jobs and our day-to-day routines, sinking into a comfort that can quickly morph into depression if we don’t question ourselves, our careers, and our lives. 

Today’s guest, CJ Finley, the founder of Thrive On Life & the Thrive On Life Podcast was the same way 6 years ago. 

He chased money until depression hit him like a ton of bricks. But when he hit the proverbial “rock bottom,” instead of blaming others, he started asking himself simple questions. 

These questions allowed CJ to create a life and a business that gives him energy instead of draining it. 

And in today’s show, he’s sharing these secrets to building a thriving and fulfilling life with you. 

We also cover…

  • I have to vs. I get to
  • 3 things all of us can do to better manage our lives
  • Asking the right questions to create clarity on what you want in life

And more…

Tired of living a life you secretly hate? Listen now. 

Show highlights include: 

  • How chasing money stifles your dreams (and 3 questions to ask yourself if you’re lost in life to rediscover your purpose) (7:54) 
  • The “why can’t I?” mindset shift for conquering even your wildest dreams instead of living an average life (14:20) 
  • The insidious way people pleasing haunts you with narcissistic tendencies (and why spending time alone is the antidote to people pleasing) (17:14) 
  • Why failing is actually one of the best ways to improve your long-term mental health (37:53) 
  • The real reason why you get distracted from your fitness, relationship, and career goals (45:13) 
  • How asking yourself this simple question unlocks a profound sense of clarity for your life’s direction (45:27) 
  • The 4-word question to ask your spouse that prevents divorce, resentment, and pointless bickering (48:44) 
  • Stuck in a rut? Here’s the FASTEST way to break out of it… (59:16) 
  • The “Sauna & Ice” strategy for minimizing your daily stressors and worries to almost zero (1:05:05) 
  • 3 questions to ask yourself to help you create a life you love instead of living one you secretly hate (1:14:22) 

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

1. Paleovalley Grass-Fed Beef Sticks: Looking for a quick, yet high-quality source of protein for building muscle? Try Paleovalley’s Grass-Fed Beef Sticks using our link to save 50%: http://manflowyoga.com/beefstick 

2. Follow CJ on Instagram: Need help figuring out how to THRIVE in life? Follow CJ on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/cj.finley/ 

3. Thrive On Life Podcast: Tune into CJ’s podcast, Thrive On Life, wherever you listen to podcasts—or on his site here: https://thriveonlife.com/ 

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