S2 Ep2 - Presence Over Performance: Reclaiming What Matters

In this heartfelt episode of The Knowing Podcast, Christene Marie sits down with entrepreneur and lifestyle investor Justin Donald for a deeply honest conversation on what it means to truly know yourself—not through achievement, but through presence.

 

Together, they explore:

-Why emotional intelligence isn’t optional for leadership

-How to shift from performance to presence in your relationships

-The myth of "doing more" and the courage to just be

-Powerful metaphors about family, business, and what’s truly fragile

-The role of curiosity, faith, and identity in building a life that lasts

 

Justin opens up about fatherhood, boundaries, success, and the wake-up calls that made him reevaluate his priorities. Christene brings the emotional depth and clarity that makes this podcast a sanctuary for those hungry for both truth and transformation.

 

🔹Complimentary Marriage and Family Planning Day https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jVxZgVEF6vZR0F_S65LGl52bzsxOQb47/view?usp=drive_link

 

⏱️ CHAPTERS:

0:00 Intro

0:30 Christene Intro to the Podcast

1:08 Guest Intro

6:16 Curating Communities & Boundaries

11:23 Presence Over Performance

16:51 Childlike Curiosity & Self Discovery

20:30 Ego Walls & Emotional Safety

26:05 Business Growth by Choosing Family

30:46 Marriage & Family Planning

35:48 Glass Ball vs Rubber Ball Mindset

37:28 Faith, Marriage, Children, & Purpose

41:36 Mentorship, Masterminds & ROI on Growth

 

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👤 ABOUT JUSTIN DONALD Justin Donald is the founder of Lifestyle Investor, a community and investment network that helps people create wealth without giving up what matters most. Through private deals, conscious investing, and his signature courses, Justin teaches leaders how to build financial freedom and a meaningful life.

 

📘 Author of The Lifestyle Investor – a WSJ Best Seller

🎯 Host of The Lifestyle Investor Podcast

💡 Creator of the Lifestyle Investor Mastermind and Investment System

🌐 Website: https://justindonald.com

📘 Book: https://lifestyleinvestorbook.com

🎙️ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lifestyle-investor-investing-passive-income-wealth/id1541009357

📸 Instagram: @justindonald

💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/justindonald01

 

🔹Complimentary Marriage and Family Planning Day Document: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jVxZgVEF6vZR0F_S65LGl52bzsxOQb47/view?usp=drive_link

 

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