Jonathan Cheney

Thrive Against The Odds

Education EN ↓ 23 episodes

Thrive Against the Odds is for driven people who refuse to let the rhetoric of the world dictate what’s possible for their life. If rising costs, career challenges, relationship struggles, or fear of the future have made your dreams feel out of reach, this show is here to remind you of one truth: you are not powerless. You are in control. This podcast is about recognizing your power, trusting yourself, and realizing that more freedom, stronger relationships, financial growth, and a fulfilling life are available to you. When you step into the driver’s seat of your life, thriving isn’t just a dr...

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Jonathan Cheney

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Education

Podcast website

jonathanw5.podbean.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Past Focused vs Future Focused 10.07.2026

Most of us hold ourselves back because we're too past focused. We look to what we have done to determine what we can do, instead of looking to what we can become to determine who we can be today. Here's the truth: Your relationship with yourself is just your thoughts about yourself. Your past only exists in your thoughts. So does your future. You get to decide what you focus on and who you ultimat...

Getting A Return On Your Investment 03.07.2026

Sometimes you expect one thing and get another, which can be super frustrating. But you can still make sure the investment you made was worth it. You get to decide how much value you get from something. You are in control of how you show up and how you choose to respond. Tune in to today's episode to hear more about an experience I had that wasn't what I was promised it would be, and how I chose t...

Step 4: What To Do After Achieving Impossible Goals 26.06.2026

Once you've accomplished an impossible goal, it's important to keep the momentum going. Tune in to this episode to learn what it takes to cross the finish line and what to do when you've accomplished your goal. You have a ton of potential. You are capable of great things. Go show the world what you can do. Interested in working with me? Send me a message here to set up a free consultation call.

Step 3: Overcoming Setbacks with Impossible Goals 19.06.2026

If you really want to accomplish your impossible goal, you need to embrace discomfort when it comes. Don't run away from it. That's a fast path to giving up. And discomfort will come. Plan for it. Overcome it. It's so so important that you DON'T QUIT. Tune in to this episode to learn what you can do when things get in the way of your goals.  You are stronger than you think you are. Interested in w...

Step 2: Taking Action on Impossible Goals 12.06.2026

You'll never accomplish impossible things if you don't take intentional action. A lot of people have a solid idea of where they don't want to be, but they aren't very clear on where they do want to be. Tune in to this episode to learn all about what it takes to take effective action to achieve your goals.  Get clear on what you want, and your actions become much clearer. Interested in working with...

Step 1: Setting an Impossible Goal 05.06.2026

The first step in accomplishing any impossible goal is to actually set the goal. While it sounds simple, a lot of people get stuck on this first step. Listen to this episode of "Thrive Against the Odds" to learn how to effectively set an impossible goal and set yourself up for success before any of the action even comes. You have more power than you think you do. Let's get you going! Interested in...

Accomplishing Impossible Goals 29.05.2026

We limit ourselves when we set realistic, small goals. If you want to become who you are capable of becoming and expand your capacity, set impossible goals. Impossible goals are not actually impossible. You will be shocked when you realize how much you are capable of.  Go experience the world. Set big goals. Make an impact. Prove people wrong. Learn all about how to set and accomplish impossible g...

Embracing Challenges 22.05.2026

Challenges are not something to run away from, but something to be embraced. The sooner you can learn to go after your challenges instead of avoiding them, the sooner you will accomplish your goals. You may have this challenge, but this challenge doesn't have you. Learn more in this episode! Want to work with me? Follow the link here to sign up for a free call.

Let's Fix Your Relationship With Money 15.05.2026

Money can't buy happiness. It can't solve all of our problems. But it can solve our money problems. In this episode, I dive into how we can have a great relationship with money so that we make it easy to make more of it. If you're ready to set aside excuses and start taking responsibility for your financial situation, this episode is for you. Sign up to work with me here.

The Only Relationship Advice You'll Ever Need 08.05.2026

Forget everything you've heard about relationships. This episode challenges the common narrative that you need other people to meet your needs, and introduces how you can take your power back in all of your relationships. Come learn how to build relationships based on love and respect, not resentment and missed expectations. Want to dive into this work? Message me here to get started.

Goal Cultivation 01.05.2026

We've got goals all wrong. We CAN set big goals that seem almost impossible. In fact, I would encourage it. Don't limit yourself because you aren't willing to set big goals. And, it is so important to understand the WHY of our goals. You miss a lot of growth and opportunities if you don't have a strong WHY behind it. One more thing. We set goals to grow and to build our capacity. We don't set them...

Time and How To Make More Of It 24.04.2026

If it feels like you never have enough time, this episode is for you.   You can't make more hours in the day. But you can create a different relationship with the time you already have. In this episode, I break down why we waste time without even realizing it, what’s actually driving those patterns, and how to start taking your time back. This is a practical look at how to be more intentional, cut...

Beliefs 17.04.2026

What you believe impacts everything in your life. Even the beliefs you are not aware of. They affect how you see situations, what you expect, and the results you end up creating. If you believe life is hard, it will feel hard. If you believe opportunities are limited, that is what you will keep finding. But once you start to recognize your beliefs and question them, you can begin to change them. A...

The “I’ll Be Happy When” Trap (And How to Escape It) 10.04.2026

How often do you catch yourself thinking, "I'll be happy when..."? In this episode, I talk about the trap so many of us fall into. We believe happiness will come once we reach the goal, get the promotion, change careers, get married, graduate, or finally achieve the thing we’ve been chasing. But if happiness is always tied to the future, it never actually arrives. The truth is that the life you wa...

The Hidden Story Running Your Life (And How to Rewrite It) 03.04.2026

The life you’re living right now is being shaped by the story you’re telling yourself. In this episode, I break down how your beliefs quietly become your reality. Your brain is constantly searching for evidence to prove your story true, even if that story is completely wrong. If you believe someone doesn’t like you, you’ll find proof. If you believe you’ll never get promoted, you’ll see signs that...

Changing Your Internal Thermostat 27.03.2026

In this episode, I break down a simple but powerful truth: what you tolerate becomes your life. The quality of your relationships, the money in your bank account, your work ethic, your career trajectory, it all reflects what you have decided is acceptable. I share a concept from Ed Mylett about your “personal thermostat.” If your internal setting is at 70 degrees, you will reject anything that fee...

Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life: The Truth No One Tells You 20.03.2026

Your life is not created by your boss or your partner or anyone else. It is created by your thoughts. In this episode, I break down the simple but life changing truth that your thoughts create your feelings, your feelings drive your actions, and your actions create your results. If you do not like your results, the solution is not out there. It is in your thinking. Yes, even if you are in a tough...

Managing Urges 13.03.2026

Urges do not control you unless you let them. In this episode, I share my personal battle with the constant pull to check my phone. The notifications. The scrolling. The reflex to grab it every time I see it. What started as a small habit became something that felt automatic, and I knew it had to change. I walk you through how I recognized the problem, what I did to break the cycle, and the practi...

How to Navigate Through Uncharted Territory 06.03.2026

You don’t need to know everything to take the first step. In this episode, I break down why waiting until you “have it all figured out” is the fastest way to stay stuck. Growth doesn’t come from perfection. It comes from action. From moving. From failing. From learning in real time. If you’re standing at the edge of something new, this is your reminder. You don’t need certainty. You need courage....

Choosing to be Happy Today 27.02.2026

You don’t become happy when you finally achieve something. You can be happy right now. In this episode, I break down why the promotion, the relationship, the money, and the milestone don't suddenly give you the emotions you want. I share what I learned living in Ghana and how some of the most joyful people I’ve ever met had the least by the world’s standards. Happiness doesn't come because of resu...

Going 1-0 20.02.2026

You cannot go 16–0 without going 1–0 first. In this episode, I break down the mindset behind going 1–0 each day of your life. I talk about the championship run of the Indiana Hoosiers football team, the leadership philosophy of head coach Curt Cignetti, and what their approach teaches us about accomplishing seemingly impossible goals. Big goals are built one day, one decision, one win at a time. W...

Embracing Inconvenience 13.02.2026

What if the very things you’re trying to avoid are the keys to your growth? In this episode, I challenge the belief that discomfort and inconvenience are problems to escape. They are often the doorway to growth. When you learn to embrace them with equanimity, you stop reacting to life and start using it to your advantage. I’ll read from Ed Mylett’s book The Power of One More where we will learn mo...

How to Thrive Against the Odds 05.02.2026

What if thriving isn’t some rare, lucky outcome, but a skill you can learn? In this first episode, I explore what it really means to thrive, what it takes to get there, and why striving for more is better than accepting the lie that the life you want is out of reach. I’ll give you a glimpse into my life and give you some tactics that you can use in your own life to get you out of a rut and build a...

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