E285 5-years of Marriage: Overcoming Challenges and Growing Together w/ Erin Finley

2023-07-20

In this episode, CJ and his wife Erin reflect on their 5-years of marriage and discuss the struggles they have faced along the way. They delve into the topic of navigating a successful relationship when their lifestyles are similar, yet their personalities and ways of doing things are very different. They also discuss the conflicts that have risen because of CJ being an entrepreneur while Erin has been following a more stable path. This conversation shares insights from their own experiences and discusses the importance of tough conversations and personal growth in...

In this episode, CJ and his wife Erin reflect on their 5-years of marriage and discuss the struggles they have faced along the way.

They delve into the topic of navigating a successful relationship when their lifestyles are similar, yet their personalities and ways of doing things are very different. They also discuss the conflicts that have risen because of CJ being an entrepreneur while Erin has been following a more stable path.

This conversation shares insights from their own experiences and discusses the importance of tough conversations and personal growth in maintaining a strong relationship.

Tune in to gain valuable insights into building a lasting partnership.

Key Topics

[00:00:43] Navigating different career paths.

[00:05:06] Becoming the person you want to be.

[00:08:10] Confidence and finding your tribe.

[00:13:50] Intensity and Relationship Dynamics.

[00:16:30] Intensity in communication.

[00:21:11] Working through relationship arguments.

[00:23:02] Going all in on relationships.

[00:27:48] Building a community with no expectations.

[00:31:23] Including your partner in the process.

[00:35:24] Different skill-sets and what breeds resentment.