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

E354: How Fatherhood and Ultra Running has Reignited My Drive

March 12, 2026·29 min
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WATCH THIS EPISODE ON VIDEO After a year-long hiatus to focus on family, his new role as COO of J&S Accounting Solutions, and growing the brand and mission at Men In The Arena, CJ Finley is back. In this episode, CJ discusses his journey towards becoming a focused leader and the mental shift required to balance high-level business with fatherhood. He also breaks down the lessons learned from training for and completing a 62 mile ultra marathon—and why true growth requires embracing discomfort and doing less, better.   Key Topics: The "You can do anything, but not everything" mindset. Transitioning into life as a Dad of two, joining a new business, and learning to endure greater discomfort. How a 62 mile ultra marathon changes your perspective on grit in everyday life.  Reducing resistance to life's necessary tasks. Connect with CJ Finley: CJ's Instagram CJ's YouTube CJ's Twitter cjfinley.com   ThriveOnLife Podcast Instagram

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