E287 How Having a Child Changes Everything (and What It Doesn’t)

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English - July 27, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MB - ★★★★★ - 28 ratings
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In this episode, CJ and Erin Finley discuss the changes and adaptations they have made since becoming parents to their three-month-old son.

They reflect on the common statement that having a child drastically changes one's life and share their perspective on not allowing their child to completely shift their lifestyle.

Also, they emphasize the importance of open communication and planning ahead to successfully mold their lives with their new addition. Tune in to hear their insights and experiences on navigating their start to parenthood while working hard to maintain their own individual identities.

[00:01:18] Adapting to life with a child.

[00:04:15] Constantly having to be awake in early days.

[00:08:52] Lowering the temperature for better sleep.

[00:11:28] Prioritizing mental health and adaptability.

[00:14:53] The benefits of putting yourself through discomfort.

[00:19:18] How Erin and CJ do not need much to be happy together.

[00:23:41] The constraints of training hard in fitness and life.

[00:27:21] Sacrificing for personal fitness goals.

[00:30:32] What balls have been getting dropped?

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