The Pocket with Chris Griffin

#134: This was a hard podcast to record…

The Pocket with Chris Griffin

Show Notes

I can’t lie, this was hard to record. But I think it’s important. In fact extremely important which is why I went against any urge to not do this.

We deep dive on settling today. I have has experiences in my life recently that really emphasised the importance of not settling.

I felt every word in this podcast. Shared with the most amount of love.

If one person can change their life from this video, I’d consider it a win. Love you all and thank you for listening.

Follow me on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/

Chapters

00:00 Settling for a subpar version of life

05:30 An experience I had with my family

15:00 The grass isn’t always greener

20:00 Setting a standard

24:00 A common denominator in high achievers

28:00 The importance of family we forget

30:30 A transformational time in Chris’ life

34:00 The peace in low times Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More from The Pocket with Chris Griffin

Oct 20, 2026

This episode is with Khalil Rafati, founder of Sunlife Organics, Ex homeless drug addict and a curious, deep thinker. I loved this. Khalil invited us into his home for the week in the Hamptons. Quite the transformation compared to his time on Skid Row… Enjoy

Oct 5, 2026

Jack Goldberg built Jack's Dining Room and Yes Chef Group from nothing. This conversation is a masterclass in why hospitality, not hustle, is what actually separates people who win long term. I sat down with him to unpack what real hospitality looks like, why culture is shifting away from drinking, and how he went from a tech consultant at PwC to leading a growing team and a massive online audience.

Sep 29, 2026

I went on a trip to Dagestan, Russia... It was not what I expected! Tune into this podcast to hear my lessons from 9 days in a place most people will never experience.

Sep 21, 2026

Dr. Shefali has helped millions of parents rethink what it actually means to raise a child, and in this episode she breaks down why most parenting struggles trace straight back to the parent's own unhealed childhood. Se unpacks conscious parenting, the difference between masculinity and toxic masculinity, why boys today are growing up with no real blueprint for manhood, and why every trigger you feel as a parent is really an invitation to look at yourself first.

See all episodes →