How CJ Overcame the Hardest Time of His Life || Life Wide Open Podcast #11

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Oh boy Ryan is drinking a Mountain Dew

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Oh hell yeah

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[@nolanthaxton1419]

thing is you might’ve been telling the story out of order, but we don’t know the difference😂😂

[@austingrim7555]

Mad respect CJ. Takes absolute honest strength to do what you have accomplished. What a great podcast.

[@KyleCullen]

Lovin listen to the podcast while workin, see y’all in Flordia in a month 🤟🏻

[@triplthr]

You gotta get them to busco for a weekend

[@dylandavidson1709]

Yo love your videos Kyle

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Let gooo that’s gonna be a sick vid cboys should get into mudding

[@fisherjay8912]

wait Fr you riding with the c boys?

[@KyleCullen]

@@fisherjay8912 we will all be at freedom factory for 2.4hrs of le mullets

[@brandoncampbell5971]

I’m at 51:55 right when CJ starts struggling to talk about his story, and I just wanna say My respect for him has gone through the roof for telling this story.

[@austinreardon]

I thought CJ’s voice was just cracking because but then I realized when I get upset my voice cracks like that too. Much love CJ ❤️

[@brandonlikes6132]

I’ve listened to this three times today. CJ really put himself out there today and honestly it resonates a lot with me. Love the podcast because it’s cool to hear what’s going on behind the camera in you boys’ life’s. 🤘🏻

[@malloryhepler140]

Cj had me crying! Glad he is still here with us and living his life!

[@kadenhilfer630]

Damn what a incredible podcast cjs really has a great comeback story made me emotional man glad your still here with us keep it up

[@CaswellCustoms]

Major respect to CJ for telling this story because you can tell in his voice and mannerisms how difficult this is for him!!

[@lewistaylor9546]

Shout out to CJ for giving us a glimpse into something that has been so hard for him in his life. Most people have things that they just don't talk about regardless of what they are, so the fact that he was willing to share knowing he would struggle with it is definitely admirable.

[@blitzgreg99]

CJ you probably won’t see this but how you describe the ways you think and the struggles you gone through, resonates so much with me and I just wanted to say thanks for being the hot seat and sharing. I would thoroughly enjoy meeting you one day and having some conversations. Thanks again 🙏 Side note these podcasts have been incredible.

[@hunterneal34]

seeing CJ so open about his horrors that he went through, and being so honest about his depression and anxiety is a refreshing/nice thing to see. LOVE this podcast and group of guys, never fail to bring some positivity or a good laugh to my life. reminding me to live a life wide open!

[@rhockeydude10]

You could kind of see this was going to be a heavy one when CJ didnt want a beermosa at the beginning. Way to pull through CJ not everybody has the drive you do.

[@kylekelley5879]

Damn the cracking in CJ’s voice, I feel his pain. went through the same shit with all the concussions and trying to play again through the headaches and pain. The amount I have is an absurd amount and it still messes me up every single day

[@prestonbowden]

You guys should take “the working genius” quiz or DISC analysis and talk about the results. That’d be interesting

[@wyatt5712]

Boys wake up, there’s a new life wide open podcast.

[@brandoncampbell5971]

CJ’s words of wisdom are so so helpful and inspiring and I don’t even think he realizes it. His outlook on pictures, and reminiscing the past is so helpful for me and something that I am going to try and adopt in my lifestyle. I always look back at pictures of high school and think about how great it was compare to being in the military now and I think that has held me back a lot from being appreciative of what I have and what I’m doing now. So sincerely thank you CJ for that advice.

[@JB02496]

Ben’s face when Micah said he was sitting in ben’s seat. LOL

[@Natasha99]

We just watched this tonight and WOW, this was so good!! Way to go CJ for telling your story and journey. It’s so inspiring on so many facets. Even though it’s hard to talk about, there’s so much healing by just sharing those difficult memories and emotions. You should consider writing a book about it! We’ll done. Be proud of yourself for being raw and authentic. 🙌 Awesome show boys!!

[@apeeric]

You killed this Hot Seat CJ! We appreciate you opening up to your #LifewideOpen Fam! I’ve been through that concussion BS during high school myself from sports and getting through it is not fun! So good on you for never loosing faith that the light at the end of the tunnel was never gone! You help make an awesome path for you and the Bois to have an awesome career together! 💪🏻

[@NRM511]

Cj had me tear’n up for a bit ! mad respect for talking about this part of his life and everything else that made him into who he is today 🤝 this is why i love the boys !

[@JakeBechtold]

It takes a big man to talk about a dark and painful time in their life. Good on you CJ for opening up. Love the podcast, keep killing it fellas!

[@snwltd9]

To see CJ bring this shit up from the past after it’s been such a hard depressing battle is truly amazing, just goes to show how awesome and truly human these guys are. Thanks for sharing your story, your a great group of dudes and it shows!

[@YelleRacing93]

Listing to Cjs story is heart breaking but seeing how far he’s come now and seeing where he’s at is absolutely amazing and I’m really proud of how far he’s come it’s just insane. And one of my friends has suffered from concussions she had to stop racing snowcross and cars even being a teacher she had to give it all up because of that but I’m so proud of Cj it’s amazing

[@juice6835]

Hands down favorite pod so far. Genuine and really proud of CJ pushing this out. Just a reminder that it does get better and to not lose hope, which I can relate to so closely for this year. You guys touched home with this one ☝️ keep kicking ass fellas 🥂

[@uolissej]

Thank you for sharing CJ! There is real power in you being raw, uncut and letting your emotions ride out in front of your bros and the whole internet! I appreciate y'all for keeping that part in. That's Life Wide Open right there!!!

[@averyhenne3948]

Having post concussion syndrome from 10+ concussions I have to stay super conscientious about hitting my head or jarring my neck. Constant migraines for hopefully not the rest of my life. I feel we’re CJ is at big time. His choke down got me. It’s nice to hear that I’m not the only one who’s had to deal with it, respect CJ. You’re a champion.

[@calebstubstad9809]

I hope you guys all know how powerful it is to be this open and vulnerable in your positions. It's changing how young boys and men can share their own stories. Thank you for sharing this story CJ I'm glad you're where you are!

[@alexanderdefender]

CJ you are an inspiration to us all. You choose to stand tall despite traveling a tough road. Have no fear/doubt, you will be healed and healthy. God brings all possibilities to life! You are not broken, you are strength and perseverance. You created this reality and the best is yet to come. "So often we end up being the Wounded Healers, for we tend to open our hearts....We cannot bear to see other’s suffering, yet so very often end up suffering ourselves....Yet, strangely, it through our own wounds that we heal others...." -Judith Kusel

[@leviballenger4421]

Respect for Cj, most fire podcast yet, really hit me in the heart and makes me have way more respect for your success

[@nathanholway7666]

I’m really glad you talked about the trauma, I’ve had 4 concussions and I’m only 16 years old. Not everyone understands how bad they are. Thank you for sharing ur story. Great job CJ

[@bronsyngrant7114]

Fr concussions suck, I’ve only had 2 but in a short period of time which was July 21 and around August 25 and they were the shittiest weeks of my life. I felt so dumb in my head. Like everything was slow motion.

[@nathanholway7666]

@@bronsyngrant7114 I feel the same exact way everytime I go for a headball.

[@colbywishneski5800]

Love listening to your podcast while mowing. They're the perfect length, and keep dropping on the same day I mow

[@andrewthomas4736]

So much respect to you CJ to be able to open up & talk about such a dark time in ur life. I had a bad concussion & feel like I never fully recovered from it 3 years later

[@westonbuckincham8356]

Hey CJ was strong of you to open up on the podcast! I had a similar situation where I felt terrible for a few years and no one understood.. but I found ways on my own to cope with it and help myself feel better. And I really agree that you have to find a passion to focus on to help bring you back! Love your videos and you guys inspire me to make my own Chanel and try to do great things to! Keep it up boys!

[@wl.industries9161]

Hey, I know you probably won’t see this (trust me I know how hard it is to read all your comments) I just wanted to say I found you guys when I was locked in my basement because I had Covid. And you inspired me to make my first KZbin video when I got done with that. Every time I listen to one of these podcasts I always feel so inspired. Like today things just haven’t been going my way lately but you guys helped inspire me to keep going and keep doing what I’m doing Hope you guys have a great rest of your day ur amazing Keep up the good work

[@clayton.waymire]

Big respect for cj for opening up during the pod and sharing his story always had respect for him now it’s even more

[@laneskinner7850]

Man this one hit me in my heart. Thank you Ceej I hope a lot of people listen to this or watch it because this will help a lot of people out like it did for me.❤️

[@joshbrewer9886]

Respect CJ! Thanks for being so open about your struggles. This podcast is going to help more people than you know.

[@dannyrossberg5850]

Great content Boys! Had to watch this one twice, was so much great stuff in in an hour. Keep up what your doing. Super proud of how far you guys came, can't wait to see how far you go

[@alisonnelson9089]

Respect CJ for opening up and sharing with us. Takes a strong individual to share personal things like that. Continue to be awesome!!

[@gustafberglund2579]

Too see such a "manly man" as cj open up and show his sensitive side is really brave, mad respect too you guys

[@BobOreily1124]

Took me 4 days to get through this one. Thank you CJ, I've been through the same problems and it feels insurmountable at the time. I appreciate you guys bringing this topic to light.

[@CasualWooks]

Good on you CJ. It takes guts to post this. A lot of people struggle to share emotional stuff so openly, and you set a great example.

[@matthewsears8619]

Love the podcast .one of the few I can watch from start to finish you guys are so real about life

[@Dozer105]

Great podcast👌🏻 props to you CJ, could see it took a lot to tell that story. Glad you guys are helping spread awareness about how serious concussion’s can be, definitely isn’t something that gets talked about enough. Especially to younger, stubborn crowds that might not realize it.

[@coreynelson7903]

By far the most emotional podcast but so glad CJ found a way to move forward and get better.

[@casekooiman8588]

Yo these comments are why I fucking love this side of KZbin man. Everyone is so loving and I read through about every single comment in this vid and they are so heartwarming. Much respect CJ! Love you man!

[@drymillsfarms9139]

Let’s go with the banging podcast!! The anticipation is killing me boys

[@carsonwright4627]

CJ is a beast. Fucking man to sit on a platform and talk about stuff most men wouldn’t. Thank you for sharing your story with us CJ

[@sarareimer2224]

Listened to a bunch of your pod casts in the last while love this one shows the true side of you boys when life is hard you pick it up up and continue keep on pushing boys by far my favorite chanel

[@wersti537]

CJ, you are the MAN. So glad you shared. We are behind you!!!!! LIFE WIDE OPEN FOR LIFE

[@clinton-dalebevers234]

CJ, Bro... Listening to your breakdown at the beginning about not dwelling on the past and then hearing you push through explaining the concussions, recovery, rebuilding... etc... i totally felt your story. i totally didnt get the whole not looking at the past thing at first, but now i totally get it. i also get why you are more reserved on some things like big jumps and such. good on you man. for real. serious respect man. you are so strong dude. i understand you so much more and thats awesome. i love these deep dives, love to know you guys better. so much more than just a couple dudes recording random stuff. Love this channel.

[@tylerhallinan2738]

Keep up the great work boys, it’s truly inspiring watching how far you all have come and watching the work ethic you guys have in the process is enlightening. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@bpelletier]

One of the best podcast so far! Thank you for being honest CJ I'm sure it will help so many people!

[@ciearrrajanz8534]

This video has helped me so much with my concussion healing process, 4 months into the healing process and still lots of progress to go. Can not stress how much this helps!

[@ciearrrajanz8534]

Have watched it a few times lol

[@jesseblucher5959]

i love the whole group of cboys but CJ has come so far and his dedication to changing his life is very inspiring. i aspire to be like you guys. thank you for the entertainment!

[@zachyoung2527]

We love you CJ. I know how hard it is to try and talk about this and with all the people who will see this your a super brave and strong guy for letting it out. Love you guys

[@murdered_gmc]

man, this podcast was amazing. CJ you can really be proud of yourself and how far you have come. ive dealt with a similar feeling of just feeling off everyday for almost a year due to my anxiety. i also went threw that phase of not being sure if i could live anymore going threw it. it sucks when you feel different and no one on the outside can see. makes you feel so alone. ive been watching you guys for 5 years since the start and its pretty funny to me because looking back at your first couple videos i actually thought you were the least entertaining cboy, but little did all of us know what you were dealing with. fast forward to now and you quickly became my favorite cboy. you are a truly a inspiration that deserves all the success you find. wish the cboys the best of luck keep killing it! 🤘🤘🤘

[@philiplee8421]

CJ is my new favorite C Boy! Sorry Ken! You're the man for being open and honest about your struggle. If anyone is in a situation that CJ was: give it one more day, every day. You're important.

[@Jes_se]

CJ I too have suffered several concussion it is hell with no help or understanding of how to get through or recover simply listening to you and what you did helps. Peace and good fortune to you cloys always.

[@Mginger21]

Wish I could give this episode 10 thumbs up. Very inspirational stories. Thank You for opening up on the painful past and showing how you dug out of it for the better.

[@Nosey.mandy.haacke]

Cj, i feel your pain so much but in the form of anxiety. As soon as i heard your breath intake ramp up, mine did too. Its the worst! So proud of you and so happy for all of you!!

[@sondrebrekke4947]

Mad respect for CJ, love listening to the podcast everywhere💪🏻

[@samcummins1067]

Hey cj your talking about how you like making your life better and always progressing but never forget that you guys are also making others lives better as well. A lot of people look forward to seeing your content and that is enough to make their days better! Y'all do good shit! Keep hittin it.

[@miguelrosales2667]

49:05 this part hit me hard I have my own health struggles and have felt like I'm limited to everything ans I always feel like I'm going to be like this forever. Thank you CJ for sharing your story. It helps me get my own life into perspective.

[@eastonlittle3606]

great day when you get back from class and see cboys posted a podcast!

[@devancooley4763]

Awesome episode guys , full respect CJ , takes a lot for you to talk about your darkest times and losing hope with your injury , your emotion and expression man I dono I feel you brother we’re a lot alike

[@jackanthony7786]

Damn bro I was not expecting this but respect all of you guys way more. I’m currently going thru a pretty rough spot in life and watching these podcasts is honestly helping a shit ton!

[@jeremyhassler7887]

You gave me chills…. Applauding you all the way through this pod cast….. hats off to you

[@miked19831988]

Man I feel your anxiety CJ!!! The compassion you guys have for each other.. Just like "brothers" I would love to meet you guys in person. Much respect to you guys!

[@DrinkSumCoffee]

This was a sick podcast. Thank you CJ for digging up those memories and describing your experience in decent detail. Ive had somewhat similar injuries with my head, its no joke. I need to pick up a camera man, you're motivating me

[@rileymadsen314]

As always, great podcast. I always love watching the main channel content but I truly enjoy watching the podcast. Whether I'm laughing my ass off or trying not to tear up during this podcast, it's always a great experience. As far as people to have on the channel all the people you guys mentioned and if ever possible Danny would be an awesome guest and a great episode. As always, keep up the great work boys and I look forward to the next episode.

[@carsonmyers1401]

i feel so much like CJ and i cried cause i don’t like the way i stress and overthink i never feel comfortable

[@LSXMITCH]

Awesome podcast. This episode was great, seeing a whole new side to the story. Keep it up guys!

[@stephenhales7181]

I've had concussion problems as well! Hard to explain how it feels, but relate to everything you said about the experience. Those worries are always in the back of your mind, but love how you find a way to move forward and not let it define you

[@chancewise6060]

Had a seizure a few ago and now I'm crying listening to your story love you cj and all of you been here since the start never even had one seen every video

[@jakescott7491]

CJ you got so much power to go through the video and keep talking. Watching you talk about it really opened my eyes to how serious these are. Sorry this happened. Much love from all of us!!!!!!

[@Wiscokid07]

Ben: "Seems like you guys are likin the pods." Why wouldn't we? We love you guys

[@Teejaman44]

I appreciate you speaking about your struggles with mental health CJ. That's how we break the stigma surrounding mental health. Shits not easy, good job man.

[@willballew5253]

Hell ya boys do one every week I love hearing this when I work because I drive a lot keep doing what u guys are doing!!!!🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@ronninyhuus2122]

Bad ass comeback CJ 🙏💪 Biggest respect from Denmark take care guys thanks for good content

[@v8cstm263]

CJ your story can give a lot of hope to people that have or gone through the same type of thing

[@jordandarcy3329]

Made respect for Cj taking about his bad concussion like this. I can relate to having a bad concussion. It can really change your life. For a long time and sometimes change your life for good. But glad to see you were able to recover from that really low point in your life. I hope to be able to recover like you were able to. But recover takes time especially head recovery. That’s for sure

[@stakman78]

This has changed my mind, I always thought CJ was a spoilt brat but he is a real fighter and a good bugger. This explains so much.

[@dillionblommer9040]

So I was there to experience that day I was jv at the time and it’s crazy to hear the effects of that day and see the recovery over the years of following cboys. Lot of respect cj.

[@Ryan.Huddle]

Love saving these podcast for my workdays keep it up bous

[@blanquitodjj]

Had me close to tearing up CJ! I’ve seen my wife struggle with depression and I’m a behavior analyst so I see it with clients at work so I know how hard it can be to talk about it, especially when thousands of ass holes are on the internet. Props bro, you’re the man!!

[@lyttrob5252]

Bro when you choked up, I was tearing up. Men cry, it's all good. Your friends and fans, we got you. Greta podcast

[@justinschafer118]

CJ, very awesome listening to your story. I battled many concussions too through high school and club sports a few years ago. Very relatable. Almost felt like you took the words out of my mouth when you were explaining the hardships of knowing something is wrong. I really felt that when you said everyone wanted you to come back but you knew something just wasn't right. I know that feeling of trying to get back into it but feeling that throbbing / nausea throughout your head. Props to you for making the comeback though brother. Wish I could have a beer and sit down and talk with you

[@kaidenstowell8487]

Man CJ I just have to say your one strong SOB man you are really inspiring!!! I’ve been in a funk lately and holy cow man I just have to say that helped a ton hearing your story! Thanks for sharing I could tell it was giving you some anxiety I could actually feel it but thank you so much for sharing man that’s really inspiring your so strong I wish I could be that strong I really look up to you CJ keep up the great work your a good man I wish we could get together and talk because I’ve had a concussion before too and it messed me up pretty good too and man if I could talk to you and get advice that would be so awesome!! You should raise awareness about concussions I still think some people don’t take them as seriously!

[@hunterhickey4310]

I feel you cj, had 12 concussions probably not even close to as many as you had but my last one really put me out to were I had to do the same things as you, so I can relate bro and it was one of the hardest things in my life I forgot some of the most important things in my life just because of the head injuries so when my friends would ask if I remembered something I just couldn’t. And that really hit me hard and didn’t know if my life could be the same after that, cj your a trooper dawg keep pushing da one of my idols

[@sambo5029]

I listen to you guys before I go to bed! love you guys

[@cbishop2008]

I’m 14 and have had 2 concussions. I slipped around the pool and fell on the back of my head. When I was about 9 I then had my 2nd when I was about 11 or 12 and tripped fell and hit my chin so hard to the point where I had a concussion. Those months where some of the worst months of my life I couldn’t do anything. I had a Grizzly 125 that I had recently got and couldn’t ride it. Couldn’t watch tv. I did eye training just like Cj did and am now better and am going to highschool next year. This podcast made me tear up. We all love you Cj!

[@LechLive]

I know its late but I love ya Cj! And i appreciate you sharing this with us bro

[@ryanthompson3654]

Such a dope pod boys! Sorry to hear about that trauma cj glad to see you doing well

[@cameronsproule5338]

These podcasts are sick, super cool knowing what goes on behind the scenes keep it up!!!

[@NolanRides]

Much respect CJ for sharing these experiences, great reminder to never take your health for granted💪🏼🤙🏼

[@BEN.D0R]

Everytime is a blast, love you boys!!

[@jamesluckow3002]

u are the best cj so glad i got to hear you speak on this

[@theboyssquad3622]

This makes my day better

[@theboyssquad3622]

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