Episode 407: Michael Chernow: How to Build a Lasting Marriage, Break Free from Addiction + Why Morning Routines Matter

Habits and Hustle

Jen Cohen and Habit Nest

Education, Health & Fitness, Business, Self-improvement, Entrepreneurship

4.4 • 763 Ratings

🗓️ 17 December 2024

⏱️ 80 minutes

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Summary

What does it take to turn life's darkest moments into stepping stones for success? In this Habits and Hustle episode, I talk with entrepreneur Michael Chernow, founder of Kreatures of Habit, to discuss how structured routines and intentional habits can transform lives. We dive into Michael’s journey from addiction to becoming a successful entrepreneur, devoted father, and advocate for healthy living. We also discuss intentional parenting, the power of morning and night routines, and the vital importance of asking for help. Michael Chernow is a transformative figure in entrepreneurship and wellness who turned his life around after battling addiction in his early years, achieving two decades of sobriety through commitment to positive habits and routines. As a restaurateur, he co-founded The Meatball Shop and founded Seamore's in New York City, scaling both concepts to six locations each, while also creating Kreatures of Habit, a lifestyle brand focused on optimized nutrition and apparel. Beyond his business ventures, Chernow is deeply committed to helping others transform their lives through fitness, nutrition, and mindset coaching, hosting The Kreatures of Habit podcast where he explores the daily habits that drive success. What We Discuss: (05:03) Nurturing Marriage Through Routine and Affection (16:15) Nurturing Intimacy Through Communication (25:09) Embracing Fear for Freedom (29:27) Developing Courage Through Commitment (33:57) Transforming Life Through Fitness and Commitment (39:33) Overcoming Addiction and Pursuing Success (42:24) Surviving Childhood Trauma and Abuse (55:57) Exploring Childhood Trauma and Healing (01:07:06) Teaching Values and Parenting Strategies (01:19:14) Morning Routine and Gratitude Practice (01:26:12) The Importance of Asking for Help …and more! Thank you to our sponsors: AquaTru: Get 20% off any purifier at aquatru.com with code HUSTLE Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off TruNiagen: Head over to truniagen.com and use code HUSTLE20 to get $20 off any purchase over $100. Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout. BiOptimizers: Want to try Magnesium Breakthrough? Go to https://bioptimizers.com/jennifercohen and use promo code JC10 at checkout to save 10% off your purchase. Timeline Nutrition: Get 10% off your first order at timeline.com/cohen Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers. Find more from Jen: Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/ Instagram: @therealjencohen Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement Find more from Michael Chernow: Website: https://www.michaelchernow.com/ Podcast: Kreatures of Habit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelchernow

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0:00.0	Hi, guys. It's Tony Robbins. You're listening to Habits and Hustle. Crush it.
0:08.5	Before we dive into today's episode, I first want to thank our sponsor, Therisage. Their tri-light panel has become my favorite biohacking thing for healing my body. It's a portable red light panel that I simply cannot
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1:31.0	By any of their products. By the way, this is like Take 10 with Michael Chernow, who is my very dear friend.
1:36.8	The first time we tried to do this podcast, the lighting was bad and the sound, so he couldn't
1:42.3	post it.
1:43.4	He thinks I'm like full of hot air, but it's actually true.
1:48.2	I let's not hot air.
1:50.2	I would, can I curse on this thing?
1:52.2	I don't know.
1:52.8	Depends on what you're going to say.
1:53.8	Shit.
1:54.2	Full of shit on that one.
1:55.9	It is not full shit.
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