THRIVEONLIFE Podcast: Helping people live better lives with tips on health, wealth, and happiness.

By CJ FinleyBusiness Entrepreneurship Health & Fitness Education Self-Improvement

THRIVEONLIFE Podcast: Helping people live better lives with tips on health, wealth, and happiness. episodes

April 25, 2023E258 Five Lessons From Five Days of Fatherhood.
In this short episode, CJ shares five lessons he's learned from his first five days of being a father, and how these lessons can be applied to people from all walks of life, parent or not.

Key Topics:
Embracing that your not in control
Energy and Effort is EVERYTHING
Being mindful of the company you keep
Love is an action
The power of forgiveness

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CJ's Instagram
CJ's YouTube
cjfinley.com

ThriveOnLife Podcast Instagram
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4 min
April 20, 2023E257 ThriveOn Fatherhood w/ Kristian Elvina
Today’s guest is Kristian Elvina,
A father first, everything else second, he pours his energy into becoming the best that he can possibly be, while inspiring others to do the same.
He is a USAPL NJ state champ in powerlifting, and produces content to detail his training, lifestyle, and active pursuits to encourage and help other people on their own journey’s
And not only does he actively pursue new feats of his own, as the Training Director for Jersey Strong- a chain of 11 health clubs throughout New Jersey, Kristian shows up everyday to serve other people on their path to health and longevity.
CJ brought Kristian on the show because as he approaches fatherhood, he wants to learn from other men like him who are navigating the world of fatherhood, fitness, and career.
And in this episode Kristian gives CJ some insight into how to start his journey on the right path.

Key Topics
Kristian's transition to Fatherhood
Kristian's bucket list
Tipping points for mindset shifts
Improving communication and being inclusive in marriage
Backstory of Kristian's fitness journey
How he became a deadlift champion
Potential problems with having a super competitive mindset
Power of sharing success
Kristian's future goals
Managing work life balance
When to let things go
How to introduce principles & values to your children?
What unexpected joy & bliss has having a child brought to Kristian's life?
What is Jersey Strong Gym?
Kristian's definition of Thriving

👉Connect with Kristian Elvina:
Instagram

👉Connect with CJ Finley:
CJ's Instagram
CJ's YouTube
THRIVEONLIFE Podcast Instagram
THRIVEONLIFE Website
56 min
April 18, 2023E256 Run towards; not from.
In this short episode, the CJ discusses the transformative power of running towards something instead of away from it. He shares a personal journey of using running as a tool to improve his life, connect with others, and make the world a better place.

Key Topics:
Running to escape feelings and problems
Remembering those who can't run anymore
Inspiring oneself and others to become better versions of themselves
Appreciating the gift of the ability to run
Running as a catalyst for change
How running contributes to making the world a better place
The importance of community in the running journey
The impact of motivating others to change their lives through running

Connect with CJ Finley:

CJ's Instagram
CJ's YouTube
cjfinley.com

ThriveOnLife Podcast Instagram
thriveonlife.com
2 min
April 13, 2023E255: Anti-Aging Hacks w/ Faraz Khan
Today’s guest is Faraz Khan.
Using his expertise in Computer Science, Faraz worked with some of the largest companies in the world, particularly in Media and Entertainment, Pharma and Life Sciences. However, a few years ago, during a visit to his parents, he noticed that they were aging and experiencing a decline in energy levels, wrinkles, and aches and pains.
This realization caused him to research ways to help his parents become healthier and more active so that they could enjoy fun experiences together, including his mother's dream of traveling the world.
Faraz started researching ways to slow down the aging process and attended conferences on health and anti-aging, listened to podcasts and read published scientific studies, where he learned that there have been many scientific advancements and a vastly improved understanding of human biology over the past 15 years that can help slow down the aging process today and turn back the biological clock by many years.
He also discovered that there are very promising developments unfolding over the next 5-10 years that may make diseases like heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's, and diabetes a thing of the past.
Motivated by his newfound knowledge, Faraz launched the Anti-Aging Hacks Podcast, where he provides the latest and best information on how to slow down and even reverse aging. The podcast features interviews with renowned and published experts in the exciting world of Anti-Aging and Longevity every week.
His goal is to provide people with the best and most current anti-aging and longevity expert advice in a simple way that they can follow along with. Faraz hopes to help people understand that making 60 the new 30 may no longer have to be just a silly catchphrase, and to stay young and prosper.

Key Topics
Backstory of solution to Faraz's hair loss journey.
Did he tell anyone about how he felt about losing hair?
Was his obsession about hair loss creating more hair loss?
What causes hair loss at such a young age?
Making connections in the longevity & Anti-Aging industry
Why Faraz started the Anti-Aging Hacks Podcast
Trends in the anti-aging & longevity space
If Faraz had 100$, what would he buy for longevity?
Biggest struggles with men vs women for longevity & anti aging.
Other factors besides mental health affecting longevity in men vs women.
Community connection and how it impacts longevity for men.
Peptides: What it is, Types, Functions, Uses.
What is the future of life longevity in the world?
Faraz's definition of Thriving.
Four keys to longevity.

👉Connect with Faraz Khan:
Instagram
Website

👉Connect with CJ Finley:
CJ's Instagram
CJ's YouTube
THRIVEONLIFE Podcast Instagram
THRIVEONLIFE Website
1 hr 8 min
April 11, 2023E254 Burnout isn’t cured by doing more.
In this short episode, the CJ discusses burnout, and notes how high achieving individuals often add more to their already busy schedule instead of taking needed rest and relaxation.

Key Topics:
Realizing the cause of burnout
Saying no to things that don't align with your mission in life
Setting boundaries with your job, relationships, and community events
Spending time in nature and doing things you enjoy every day
Less is more: do less of what you don't love and leave space for things you do love

Connect with CJ Finley:

CJ's Instagram
CJ's YouTube
cjfinley.com

ThriveOnLife Podcast Instagram
thriveonlife.com
3 min
April 06, 2023E253 PUSH your limits w/ Jasmine Q
Today’s Guest is Jasmine Quinones
She is an Austin, Texas-based filmmaker and director.
Originally from Boston, MA she moved to Austin in 2019 to continue her work as a freelance filmmaker, starting her own production company and working to make a name for herself in a new city.
Despite having no formal education in filmmaking, her creative drive and passion for piecing together stories through video has led her to work on numerous projects— Directive Producing and directing for clients such as REI, New Balance, Ferrari, and Fujifilm. She pulls inspiration from 90s skate culture and enjoys blending raw doc style filmmaking with a cleaner and colorful cinematic style.
Her latest short film “Push” is her introduction to longer narrative-driven content. The story explores the friction between self and identity through the lens of one of her favorite sports: skateboarding. As a queer Puerto Rican woman, she hopes to continue bringing underrepresented stories about identity and mental health to light through commercial work and short films, while leaning on some of her favorite subjects - sports, fitness, and lifestyle.
When she's not behind the camera, Jasmine hosts a podcast called “For Creativity’s Sake” and enjoys writing music, singing, and of course - practicing her kickflips.

Key Topics
Jasmine's skateboard progression and film project "PUSH"
How she got connected with Fujifilms
Her passion and experience with "mentoring" other creatives
How Jasmine transitioned from content creator / DP to film maker and director
Jasmine's challenges to balance her personal life with her professional life
Why Jasmine wants to make film sets MORE FUN
Learning to operate at your frequency and being your truest self
Film awards that PUSH was nominated for and won
Jasmine's current projects and goals
What does "thriving" mean to Jasmine?

Connect with Jasmine
Jasmine's Instagram
Jasmine's Website
Jasmine's Short Film

Connect with CJ Finley:
CJ's Instagram
CJ's YouTube
THRIVEONLIFE Podcast Instagram
THRIVEONLIFE Website
1 hr 7 min
April 04, 2023E252 Larger rewards require bigger sacrifices
In this short episode, the CJ talks about the importance of making sacrifices in order to achieve bigger rewards in life. He shares a personal example of his own journey in fitness racing and how it has impacted his life in a positive way.

Key Topics:
Wanting more from life requires more from you.
Anything worth having in life requires commitment, dedication, and sacrifice.
Make a list of what you want for your life and what it will require from you to achieve it.
Personal example of competing in the HYROX Fitness Racing World Championships and the sacrifices he made to reach his goal.
Training for the competition helped him quit drinking alcohol, smoking weed, and self-sabotaging.
Competing again has made him a better husband, podcaster, business partner, listener, friend, leader, and overall human being.
Emphasizes the importance of understanding what is needed from you to achieve your goals.
CJ challenges listeners to think about what they want for their future and what sacrifices they are willing to make to achieve it. He reminds them that larger rewards require bigger sacrifices and encourages them to be willing to do hard things and take on more risk in order to reach their goals.

Connect with CJ Finley:

CJ's Instagram
CJ's YouTube
cjfinley.com

ThriveOnLife Podcast Instagram
thriveonlife.com
3 min
March 30, 2023E251 Fighting Cancer and Finding Health w/ Freddie Kimmel
Today’s guest is Freddie Kimmel.
He is a leading expert in the field of wellness technology and a highly sought-after consultant for companies such as AmpCoil and Lightpath LED. He is a certified Functional Health Coach, personal trainer, and gut health specialist, and has been featured in prestigious publications such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and Dance Magazine.
With a wealth of knowledge and experience in the industry, he is also a proud survivor of metastatic cancer, Lyme, and toxic mold, which has given him a unique perspective on the power of the human spirit and how to live a healthier, happier life.
As the host of the critically acclaimed podcast "The Beautifully Broken," Freddie empowers and educates listeners on the value of wellness technology, such as PEMF, Frequency, Pulsed Light, Supplements, Oxygen therapy, and more, to help people activate their body's natural healing mechanisms. He conducts interviews with experts in various fields of wellness and provides valuable and practical information on these topics, as well as tips, resources, testimonials from listeners.
Before dedicating his life to wellness, Freddie was a talented performer, having toured across the country in Broadway productions of Phantom of the Opera, Billy Elliot, and the Broadway-bound Cagney the Musical. With a deep understanding of the healing power of music, he continues to use it as a driving force in the way he helps others.

Key Topics
When it came to his suffering, were there moments when Freddie asked, “why me?"
Freddie's powerful journey of beating cancer
How the performing arts helped him battle cancer
Theater became Freddie's "why"
The value of Freddie's transferable skills learned from theater
Pivoting into the health space
How to find the right options for your own personal health
Why Freddie is researching the lymphatic system
Freddie's current projects

Connect with Freddie
Freddie's Instagram
Freddie's YouTube

Connect with CJ Finley:
CJ's Instagram
CJ's YouTube
THRIVEONLIFE Podcast Instagram
THRIVEONLIFE Website
1 hr 14 min
March 28, 2023E250 Stop seeking shortcuts
In this short episode, CJ talks about how your focus on seeking shortcuts in life will hinder your ability to learn valuable lessons.

Key Topics
The sweetest fruit is the one we cultivate ourselves
Unrealistic expectations
Why do you seek shortcuts?
Connect with CJ Finley:

CJ's Instagram
CJ's YouTube
cjfinley.com

ThriveOnLife Podcast Instagram
thriveonlife.com
2 min
March 23, 2023 E249 Running towards greatness w/ Matt Choi
This episode is with Matt Choi: He's a content creator, entrepreneur, and fitness enthusiast.

He currently operates a media company that has helped him showcase his fitness challenges and workouts by creating content at scale and growing a community of followers that amass over 500K across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.

He strives to push his body mentally, physically, and spiritually to be an example of what humans can accomplish if they shift their mindset and step out of their comfort zone.

This conversation encompasses what it means to consistently overcome obstacles and how you can pivot your life to take on new challenges that will force you to grow!

Key Topics
-Matt and the bib mule controversy
-How Matt has developed a stronger mentality
-Understanding family financial situations when growing up
-What beliefs did Matt drop to become more limitless?
-When did Matt know he had to let go of football
-How Matt started realizing his true potential
-Being a student on a daily basis
-What is Matt working towards
-Matt's content creation journey
-Building valuable connections through content
-Matt's current projects and social media strategy
-What does "thriving" mean to Matt?

Connect with Matt
Matt's TikTok
Matt's Instagram
Matt's YouTube

Connect with CJ Finley:
CJ's Instagram
CJ's YouTube
THRIVEONLIFE Podcast Instagram
THRIVEONLIFE Website

1 hr 8 min

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