E271 From childhood friends to becoming parents - our origin story w/ Erin Finley

In this episode CJ is joined by his wife, Erin Finley, to discuss the story of how they met, what their childhood through young adulthood looked like, the traumas and tragedies they have endured along the way, and how reflecting back on their lives is what helps them live a better life today, as well as help them align themselves to a more fruitful future.    Key Topics Discovering common interests and forming a bond in 5th grade AOL instant messenger The struggle to find personal identity amidst the pressure to conform Erin's pursuit of ambition and the cost it had on her life There differing approaches to college applications and reflections on the pressures of educational aspirations How Erin's father's death re-connected them Why they love living in Austin, but they are thinking about their next move to encourage further personal growth Their desire to instill a 'think big' mentality in their young son The inception and evolution of their brand, THRIVEONLIFE  What they plan to do and where they plan to go in the near / long term future   Connect with Erin Instagram TikTok   Connect with CJ Finley:   CJ's Instagram CJ's YouTube cjfinley.com   ThriveOnLife Podcast Instagram thriveonlife.com