The Real Clay J Podcast

The Real Clay J Podcast

Clay Johnson calls himself an ordinary person with an extraordinary life. From small-town roots in the US to living abroad for 15+ years and traveling to 35 countries, Clay brings a global perspective shaped by resilience, curiosity, and grit. This podcast explores life’s challenges, lessons, and personal growth through authentic storytelling. Join Clay as he connects with others, embraces self-discovery, and inspires listeners to live a more authentic, healthier life—southern accent included.

Episodes

October 9, 2025 4 mins

We've all felt it - that heavy, quiet feeling that tells us we're not enough.

In this episode, Clay opens up about his own journey with shame - where it began, how it shaped him, and what it really takes to heal.


From childhood expectations to self-forgiveness and compassion, this is an honest conversation about growth, acceptance, and reclaiming your worth.


You'll learn how to:

• Recognize the difference between gu...

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Struggling with emotional eating? You're not alone.In this video, I share my personal journey of realizing how food became my emotional crutch - from tight work pants that no longer fit, to using pizza and pasta as a way to numb stress, loneliness, and anxiety.This isn't just about weight gain or clothes not fitting - it's about learning how food can mask emotions, and how to start breaking free from that cycle.Here'...

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What happens when you finally step outside your comfort zone?In this very first episode, I share why I started this podcast and the journey that brought me here-from a small southern town in the U.S. to living abroad for over 15 years across Europe and Asia.This debut isn't just about me-it's about connection, storytelling, and creating a space for honest conversations about growth, resilience, and authenticity.Here's w...

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What happens when you leave everything you know behind?In this episode, I share my story of leaving the U.S. in 2008 to live abroad - first in Belgium, then in Malaysia. What started as a leap into the unknown turned into the best decision of my life.From cobblestone streets in Brussels to the energy of Kuala Lumpur, I'll take you through the fears, lessons, and transformations that came with building a new life overseas. This ...

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What happens when money goes from security to survival?In this episode, I share my personal journey with money - from growing up in financial comfort, to losing everything at 19, to years of debt, payday loans, and fear and finally finding stability and resilience again.This isn't just a story about dollars and cents. It's about identity, shame, success, and how money can shape - and sometimes distort - our lives.Here's...

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