Further Your Lifestyle

Your Host: Chris Furlong
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Conversations on Lifestyle, Passions and Hustles. Sharing insights, understanding and lifestyle stories. With the intent to bring you: things which will enable you, things which will inspire you and things which will motivate you to pursue these yourself.

  1. 2d ago

    a QUESTION to challenge your productivity... | EP. 275 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast

    Watch here https://youtu.be/jgqIbPofzUM In Episode 275 of the Further Your Lifestyle podcast, host Chris shares a quick post-run conversation inspired by the question, “Which specific hour from your past seven days would you rewrite and what would you do instead?” He uses it to explore how regrets and mistakes can be leveraged for growth by improving how you spend your time moving forward. Chris challenges listeners to weigh the value of continuing annoying tasks versus delegating, outsourcing, automating, batching, or stopping them altogether, using examples like dishes, cooking, meal prep, and even small life automations. He also notes that distractions like doom scrolling can steal attention and time, and reminds listeners that “productive” time is personal. He ends by prompting listeners to reflect on what they’d change from the last week using three lenses: improve, delegate/automate, or stop. 00:00 Welcome Back Intro 00:35 The Rewrite Question 01:26 Regrets And Growth 01:47 Time Cost Tradeoffs 02:53 Dishes Automation Example 03:28 Cooking And Meal Prep 04:35 Life Hacks And Distractions 05:47 Three Options Framework 06:27 Wrap Up And Subscribe Podcast Sponsors: Robert Piper Hi Voltage Bargains Ethan “Rooshock”  The BOLO Hunter  PODCAST: https://www.furtheryourlifestyle.com/ ► SUBSCRIBE to the podcast on ▹ Spotify | https://bit.ly/FYL_Spotify ▹ Apple Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_Apple ▹ Google Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_GooglePod ► Let's CONNECT on social media: ▹ instagram | http://www.instagram.com/furtheryourlifestyle ▹ email | hello@furtheryourlifestyle.com MUSIC: » via https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/6hfvrv Continue the conversation:  @furtheryourlifestyle Join the Newsletter: check it out

    a QUESTION to challenge your productivity... | EP. 275 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast

  2. Aug 29

    Do the Math, Do the Reps and Close the Gap to Your Goals | EP. 274 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast

    Watch here: https://youtu.be/AcbxE0ZShJI In Episode 274 of the Further Your Lifestyle podcast, Chris records an off-the-cuff solo conversation right after a run, reflecting on how running helps him reset and how he’s rebuilding after a serious injury that sidelined him for a year. He shares a practical mindset for anyone stuck between a desired outcome and unclear next steps: reverse-engineer the goal, “do the math,” and focus on consistent reps. Using his reselling business as an example, he explains how early revenue targets didn’t match the underlying numbers, how learning and iteration led to growth over multiple years, and how new scale brings new challenges like higher costs and cash-flow pressure. He encourages listeners to ask tough questions, stop procrastinating and comparing, stay kind to themselves, and do one thing daily that compounds toward their goal. 00:00 Off The Cuff Intro 00:25 Running Reset Story 01:19 The Outcome Gap 02:21 Reverse Engineer Goals 03:10 Reselling Numbers Lesson 05:45 New Scale Challenges 08:04 Do The Math Daily 09:34 Reps Build Confidence 10:50 Trial And Error Loop 11:21 Kindness And Closing Podcast Sponsors: Robert Piper Hi Voltage Bargains Ethan “Rooshock”  The BOLO Hunter  PODCAST: https://www.furtheryourlifestyle.com/ ► SUBSCRIBE to the podcast on ▹ Spotify | https://bit.ly/FYL_Spotify ▹ Apple Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_Apple ▹ Google Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_GooglePod ► Let's CONNECT on social media: ▹ instagram | http://www.instagram.com/furtheryourlifestyle ▹ email | hello@furtheryourlifestyle.com MUSIC: » via https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/6hfvrv Continue the conversation:  @furtheryourlifestyle Join the Newsletter: check it out

    Do the Math, Do the Reps and Close the Gap to Your Goals | EP. 274 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast

  3. Aug 22

    You’re Doing Better Than You Think | EP. 273 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast

    Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=CDKO0JDfBBk&feature=youtu.be In episode 273 of the Further Your Lifestyle podcast, host Chris follows up on last week’s “15 brutal truths” with a pick-me-up focused on realizing you may be doing better than you think. He explains how progress can become your new normal, how people often measure the gap instead of the gain, and why some of the most important progress is invisible—like resilience, boundaries, self-awareness, and faster recovery from setbacks. Chris also highlights the trap of comparing today’s messy reality to an imagined, frictionless dream, encourages being both proud and hungry, and suggests a reflective exercise of showing your life today to your past self from five years ago. He closes by urging listeners not to disrespect who they’ve already become while pursuing who they’re becoming. 00:00 Welcome Back 00:27 Episode Setup 01:57 Progress Feels Normal 02:57 Gap Versus Gain 04:00 Hidden Skill Growth 04:52 Dream Comparison Trap 06:20 Proud And Hungry 07:18 Ask Your Old Self 08:50 Respect Your Journey 10:11 Final Thoughts Podcast Sponsors: Robert Piper Hi Voltage Bargains Ethan “Rooshock”  The BOLO Hunter  PODCAST: https://www.furtheryourlifestyle.com/ ► SUBSCRIBE to the podcast on ▹ Spotify | https://bit.ly/FYL_Spotify ▹ Apple Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_Apple ▹ Google Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_GooglePod ► Let's CONNECT on social media: ▹ instagram | http://www.instagram.com/furtheryourlifestyle ▹ email | hello@furtheryourlifestyle.com MUSIC: » via https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/6hfvrv Continue the conversation:  @furtheryourlifestyle Join the Newsletter: check it out

    You’re Doing Better Than You Think | EP. 273 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast

  4. Aug 15

    15 Brutal Truths You Need to Hear Today | EP. 272 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast

    Watch it here: https://youtu.be/6K07sWxBN8s In Episode 272 of the Fit The Your Lifestyle Podcast, host Chris shares 15 “brutal truths” meant to inspire, motivate, and provide a reality check: nobody is coming to save you, you likely already know what to do, hard work doesn’t guarantee outcomes, some problems are self-created, you don’t need to feel ready, valid excuses can still keep you stuck, people think about you less than you assume, you can be grateful and still want more, what got you here may stop you from getting there, success is often boring repetition, you can’t control everything but you own your response, choosing yourself may disappoint others, impressive-looking lives aren’t always enjoyable, five years will pass whether you act or not, and you have less figured out than you think but more potential than you realize; Chris challenges listeners to act on the truth that made them most uncomfortable. 00:00 Brutal Truths Intro 01:37 Nobody Is Coming 03:15 You Already Know 04:47 Hard Work Isn’t Owed 06:47 You Create Problems 07:29 Start Before Ready 08:33 Valid Excuses Trap 09:24 Nobody’s Watching 10:42 Grateful Yet Hungry 11:32 Outgrow Old Self 12:37 Boring Success Wins 14:03 Own Your Response 15:11 Disappointing Others 16:31 Impressive Isn’t Enjoyable 18:28 Time Passes Anyway 19:49 More Potential Than You Think 21:07 Final Challenge Outro Podcast Sponsors: Robert Piper Hi Voltage Bargains Ethan “Rooshock”  The BOLO Hunter  PODCAST: https://www.furtheryourlifestyle.com/ ► SUBSCRIBE to the podcast on ▹ Spotify | https://bit.ly/FYL_Spotify ▹ Apple Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_Apple ▹ Google Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_GooglePod ► Let's CONNECT on social media: ▹ instagram | http://www.instagram.com/furtheryourlifestyle ▹ email | hello@furtheryourlifestyle.com MUSIC: » via https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/6hfvrv Continue the conversation:  @furtheryourlifestyle Join the Newsletter: check it out

    15 Brutal Truths You Need to Hear Today | EP. 272 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast

  5. Aug 8

    Are You Willing? The Real Cost of Getting What You Want | EP. 271 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast

    Watch it here: https://youtu.be/j1YmLlwJm2g In Episode 271 of the Further Your Lifestyle podcast, host Chris explores the difference between wanting a goal and being willing to do what it takes to achieve it. He argues that most people love outcomes but resist the repetitive, uncomfortable process required, and that the real barrier is often willingness to learn rather than capability. Chris shares examples from starting his podcast and reselling business, then outlines practical ways to become more willing: stop trying to know everything before starting, fall in love with reps through routine and consistency, shrink the challenge into one small action at a time, and remember nobody begins as an expert. He closes with reflective questions about commitment, confidence, and the uncomfortable steps being avoided. 00:00 Welcome and Topic 01:09 Wanting vs Willing 01:30 Dream Price Tag 02:46 Excuses and Reality 04:00 The Willingness Gap 04:53 Start Before Ready 05:14 Love the Reps 05:54 Shrink the Challenge 06:31 Nobody Starts Expert 07:06 Hard Truth Commitment 08:25 Questions to Ask 08:44 Real Example Pushback 09:27 Take the Next Step 10:46 Closing and Call to Actio Podcast Sponsors: Robert Piper Hi Voltage Bargains Ethan “Rooshock”  The BOLO Hunter  PODCAST: https://www.furtheryourlifestyle.com/ ► SUBSCRIBE to the podcast on ▹ Spotify | https://bit.ly/FYL_Spotify ▹ Apple Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_Apple ▹ Google Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_GooglePod ► Let's CONNECT on social media: ▹ instagram | http://www.instagram.com/furtheryourlifestyle ▹ email | hello@furtheryourlifestyle.com MUSIC: » via https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/6hfvrv Continue the conversation:  @furtheryourlifestyle Join the Newsletter: check it out

    Are You Willing? The Real Cost of Getting What You Want | EP. 271 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast

  6. Aug 1

    Where Did You Think You’d Be 5 Years Ago? | EP. 270 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast

    Watch here: https://youtu.be/lXGatrQneKs In Episode 270 of the Further Your Lifestyle podcast, host Chris combines a mid-year check-in with last week’s focus on repetition and consistency, asking listeners to honestly compare where they are now to what they expected five years ago. He explains that hindsight only matters if it changes how you move forward, and highlights five core ideas: we overestimate what we can do in a year and underestimate what we can do in five; your younger self didn’t know what they didn’t know; time doesn’t create wisdom—reflection does; regret can be useful if it fuels action; and imagining your future self can clarify what habits, risks, and conversations you should start today. He closes with reflection questions and emphasizes that time will pass regardless, so use lessons from the last five years to shape the next five. 00:00 Welcome Back Intro 00:23 Five Year Reality Check 02:11 Two Ways We Look Back 03:14 Year Vs Five Year Goals 04:57 You Didnt Know Yet 06:03 Reflection Builds Wisdom 06:55 Using Regret As Fuel 07:23 Living Your Own Path 08:46 Talk To Future You 10:19 Five Questions To Ask 11:17 Wrap Up Next Steps Podcast Sponsors: Robert Piper Hi Voltage Bargains Ethan “Rooshock”  The BOLO Hunter  PODCAST: https://www.furtheryourlifestyle.com/ ► SUBSCRIBE to the podcast on ▹ Spotify | https://bit.ly/FYL_Spotify ▹ Apple Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_Apple ▹ Google Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_GooglePod ► Let's CONNECT on social media: ▹ instagram | http://www.instagram.com/furtheryourlifestyle ▹ email | hello@furtheryourlifestyle.com MUSIC: » via https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/6hfvrv Continue the conversation:  @furtheryourlifestyle Join the Newsletter: check it out

    Where Did You Think You’d Be 5 Years Ago? | EP. 270 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast

  7. Jul 25

    REPETITION enables long term success | EP. 269 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast

    Watch here: https://youtu.be/gTqs4SevC8U In Episode 269 of the Further Your Lifestyle podcast, host Chris explains why repetition is a key driver of long-term success after being told he’s “too repetitive.” He argues that breakthroughs and “overnight success” are usually the result of hundreds or thousands of repeated actions, and that long-term success is created by repetition rather than intensity. Chris outlines how repetition builds strong foundations, develops skills and confidence, removes decision fatigue by reducing constant reinvention, and creates a compounding effect over time. He also notes repetition can feel slow in an instant-results culture, and that repeated actions shape identity—positively or negatively—so discipline must be rebuilt when habits are unhealthy. He closes with questions about where more repetition is needed and whether listeners are chasing excitement or building something that lasts. 00:00 Welcome and Topic 02:34 Breakthroughs vs Reps 03:33 Build Strong Foundations 05:59 Beat Decision Fatigue 07:39 Compounding Results 08:36 Why It Feels Slow 10:05 Identity and Discipline 11:41 Questions and Wrap Up Podcast Sponsors: Robert Piper Hi Voltage Bargains Ethan “Rooshock”  The BOLO Hunter  PODCAST: https://www.furtheryourlifestyle.com/ ► SUBSCRIBE to the podcast on ▹ Spotify | https://bit.ly/FYL_Spotify ▹ Apple Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_Apple ▹ Google Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_GooglePod ► Let's CONNECT on social media: ▹ instagram | http://www.instagram.com/furtheryourlifestyle ▹ email | hello@furtheryourlifestyle.com MUSIC: » via https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/6hfvrv Continue the conversation:  @furtheryourlifestyle Join the Newsletter: check it out

    REPETITION enables long term success | EP. 269 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast

  8. Jul 18

    Mid-Year Check-In: Recalibrate Your Goals, Priorities & Momentum | EP. 268 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast

    Mid-Year Check-In: Recalibrate Your Goals, Priorities & Momentum | Further Your Lifestyle Ep. 268 Watch here: https://youtu.be/FUvWIWmUrLc Chris hosts Episode 268 of the Further Your Lifestyle podcast as a mid-year check-in to help listeners pause, breathe, and recalibrate without self-judgment. He guides a reality-based self-audit through key questions: what has improved, what feels heavier, what lessons keep repeating, whether daily actions match stated priorities, what you’ve been tolerating, and whether you’re truly moving forward or just staying busy. He then focuses on recalibration—what burdens to stop carrying, what deserves more attention, and whether repeating the last six months would make you happy. Chris offers three paths: if you’re winning, double down and compound; if drifting, recommit now; if struggling, simplify and focus on one next step. He emphasizes meaningful progress, self-comparison only, and shares a business turnaround example, including managing micro vs. macro factors like shipping cost increases. 00:00 Midyear Check In 01:29 Reality Check Questions 03:48 Alignment With Priorities 06:12 Busy Versus Progress 06:59 Recalibrate And Let Go 08:28 Focus Your Attention 10:13 Next Six Months Test 10:51 Winning Drifting Struggling 12:30 Make The Year Meaningful 13:56 Second Half Mindset 14:38 Personal Business Example 16:17 Wrap Up And Challenge Podcast Sponsors: Robert Piper Hi Voltage Bargains Ethan “Rooshock”  The BOLO Hunter  PODCAST: https://www.furtheryourlifestyle.com/ ► SUBSCRIBE to the podcast on ▹ Spotify | https://bit.ly/FYL_Spotify ▹ Apple Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_Apple ▹ Google Podcast | https://bit.ly/FYL_GooglePod ► Let's CONNECT on social media: ▹ instagram | http://www.instagram.com/furtheryourlifestyle ▹ email | hello@furtheryourlifestyle.com MUSIC: » via https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/6hfvrv Continue the conversation:  @furtheryourlifestyle Join the Newsletter: check it out

    Mid-Year Check-In: Recalibrate Your Goals, Priorities & Momentum | EP. 268 | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast
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    Your Host: Chris Furlong
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    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    274
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