The five-time Mr. Olympia, Chris Bumstead, recently embarked on a new journey—the exhilarating world of fatherhood. Just days into this monumental chapter, CBum is already dishing out some profound revelations. With the arrival of his baby girl, Bradley Shay Bumstead, CBum has been hit with a wave of insights that he couldn’t wait to share with his fans.

In a heartwarming Instagram carousel, Bumstead gave his followers a glimpse into his first week as a dad. The images were nothing short of precious—a snapshot of pure father-daughter bliss. One particularly captivating photo captured the serene moment of his daughter peacefully asleep on his chest. However, the Classic Physique champion had more to talk about.

CBum says babies are like most people

Reflecting on his week into fatherhood, Bumstead shared a nugget of truth that resonated deeply: “A lot can happen in a week… It’s only been 8 days, but being around a baby I’ve realized that they’re just like most people and really don’t think much at all.”

This revelation struck a chord with many, as he likened the innocence of a newborn to that of most people, emphasizing the simplicity of their thoughts and actions. His advice? When faced with conflicts or grievances, remember that sometimes, people are just like babies—unaware and unaffected. This perspective, he suggests, can pave the way for greater empathy and understanding in our interactions.

In addition to his newfound paternal wisdom, the Canadian bodybuilder also offered a peek into his latest ink and made time to add to his collection of tattoos, further enriching his journey of self-expression. Although he now seems joyous and complete with his daughter, CBum once admitted that he didn’t feel joy even after winning his first Olympia title.

CBum is on the pathway of embracing life and channelizing his emotions

In a video shared by RAW Nutrition, the 29-year-old confessed his true emotions while reminiscing about his first Olympia win in 2019. Winning his first Olympia title didn’t bring the joy he expected. He said, “I didn’t feel the joy that I thought I might have from accomplishing this goal I worked so hard to achieve.” Instead of pure happiness, he felt relieved. This made him realize, “If you numb the bad, you numb the good.”

Throughout his journey, Bumstead learned to accept both the ups and downs of life. Winning gave him the confidence to handle all emotions, good and bad. He even redefined success, saying, “Champions make their own rules and they have their own definitions of success.” According to CBum, success means being the best version of yourself in all aspects.

At just 29 years old, Chris Bumstead has achieved what many could only dream of. As his recent revelations suggest, he has learned to embrace the simplicity of moments and approach life with empathy and understanding.