Kreatures Of Habit Podcast

In this Monday Moments episode, Michael Chernow shares his simple but powerful five-minute morning routine “prayers, pushups, and poses” a daily practice he’s relied on for years to reduce anxiety, feel grounded, and start the day with intention.

Michael breaks down the routine: beginning with a few minutes of prayer (or box breathing for those who prefer a more secular approach), followed by pushups to wake up the body and get blood flowing, and finishing with a short sequence of yoga poses to connect breath with movement. It’s quick, effective, and completely accessible, no excuses.

The message is simple: consistency beats complexity. By taking ownership of your morning, you set the tone for your entire day and ultimately your life. This routine is especially helpful for anyone who wakes up feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or mentally scattered, and can be a powerful tool for those focused on recovery, discipline, and personal growth.

If you’re looking for a practical, no-BS way to start your day with clarity, energy, and purpose, this episode gives you a routine you can implement immediately.

In this episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, Michael Chernow sits down with Jake—host of The Optimist and founder of Thursday Labs—for an honest conversation about modern masculinity, men’s mental health, and the evolving role of men in today’s world.Jake shares two defining moments in his life from a painful experience in his early twenties to a later breakup that revealed how little language many men have for sadness, vulnerability, and emotional pain. Those experiences ultimately inspired him to start a podcast dedicated to asking the questions men often avoid.This episode is a thoughtful exploration of strength, vulnerability, responsibility, and growth, and what it truly means to show up as a man in today’s world.If you’re interested in personal development, relationships, emotional intelligence, and redefining masculinity, this conversation offers powerful insights and practical perspective.TIME STAMPS00:00 Men and Vulnerability 06:29 Lessons From the Twenties 11:03 Provide and Protect Today 17:13 The Simple Relationship Script 22:26 Rethinking the Word Masculinity 28:13 How We Got Here Historically 34:01 Where Are the Men 39:22 Power Leaders and Labels 49:27 Consequences and Transparency 55:40 Women Define Masculinity 01:04:43 Curiosity as Masculinity

In this episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, Michael Chernow sits down with Jake—host of The Optimist and founder of Thursday Labs—for an honest conversation about modern masculinity, men’s mental health, and the evolving role of men in today’s world.
Jake shares two defining moments in his life from a painful experience in his early twenties to a later breakup that revealed how little language many men have for sadness, vulnerability, and emotional pain. Those experiences ultimately inspired him to start a podcast dedicated to asking the questions men often avoid.
This episode is a thoughtful exploration of strength, vulnerability, responsibility, and growth, and what it truly means to show up as a man in today’s world.
If you’re interested in personal development, relationships, emotional intelligence, and redefining masculinity, this conversation offers powerful insights and practical perspective.
TIME STAMPS
00:00 Men and Vulnerability 
06:29 Lessons From the Twenties 
11:03 Provide and Protect Today 
17:13 The Simple Relationship Script 
22:26 Rethinking the Word Masculinity 
28:13 How We Got Here Historically 
34:01 Where Are the Men 
39:22 Power Leaders and Labels 
49:27 Consequences and Transparency 
55:40 Women Define Masculinity 
01:04:43 Curiosity as Masculinity

In this Monday Moments episode, Michael Chernow shares a powerful reminder about the importance of love, affection, and presence in our everyday lives. 

Reflecting on his own upbringing, Michael opens up about growing up in an environment where love wasn’t always openly expressed—and how he had to intentionally learn how to give and receive it.

After an early morning workout, Michael returns home to a simple but meaningful moment with his son—building Legos and sharing a long hug that instantly shifts his entire day. It’s a reminder that the smallest expressions of love can have the biggest impact.
Michael talks about making affection a daily habit—hugging his kids, kissing his wife, and showing love openly in front of his family. He believes that as humans, we are here to love and be loved, and that too often we take those closest to us for granted.

This episode is a call to be more present, more expressive, and more intentional with the people in your life. Whether it’s your partner, your kids, or your friends—hug them longer, say “I love you” more often, and don’t wait to show how you feel.

If you’re focused on relationships, family, and living a more connected life, this Monday Moments episode is a simple but powerful reminder of what truly matters.

In this episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, host Michael Chernow sits down with entrepreneur and creative strategist Adam Greenfeld for a deep conversation about entrepreneurship, building CPG brands, and the balance between vision and execution.
Adam shares his journey from launching his first supplement brand Go, learning hard lessons from failure, and later helping grow Formula through innovative paid media, creative strategy, and strong product positioning before the company eventually rebranded to Thesis. The conversation explores the role of visionaries vs. integrators, a key framework in the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), and why founders must surround themselves with the right people and systems as companies scale.
Michael and Adam also talk about the importance of reading people’s energy, avoiding pushy 
partnerships, and building a circle of inspiring peers who elevate your thinking. Adam reflects on stepping away from a company when it outgrew him, moving from New York to Los Angeles, and launching Frij, a creative studio focused on health and wellness ingestible brands.
If you're interested in brand building, entrepreneurship, creative marketing, and founder mindset, this conversation offers valuable perspective and real-world lessons from two experienced operators.

TIME STAMPS
03:35 Energy and Vetting People 
13:37 Build a Winning Circle 
18:05 Entrepreneurship Timeline 
20:34 Paid Media Creative Edge
24:27 Top of Funnel Targeting 
29:48 Rebrand and Stepping Away 
34:36 Co-Founder Dynamics and Self-Doubt 
41:15 Creative Entrepreneurs and RDT 
44:04 Visionary vs Integrator 
47:25 Innovation as a Role 
50:41 Transcend the Process 
52:51 Protein Bar Taste Test 
55:00 Moving to LA Reset 
01:02:55 Top Three Founder Priorities 
01:06:58 Curiosity and Learning Speed 
01:10:58 Fitness and Journaling Rituals 
01:17:32 Gratitude and Wrap Up