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Welcome to The Kori Leigh Show. I am your host, Kori. I am a recovering alcoholic, mom, a former boss babe, while still being a business owner learning to submit to God and my husband - kind of woman. I’ve spent a lifetime dealing with mental health issues, addiction, a hardened heart and nervous system that was on perpetual overdrive from my dark and twisted past, trusting nobody. I entered into a couple decades of chaos and self-destruction after hitting rock bottom a few times and ultimat ...
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In this heartfelt episode of The Kori Leigh Show Podcast, I open up about my tumultuous journey with faith, from leaving the church at 18 to battling alcoholism and mental health issues. I share how hitting rock bottom led me to rediscover a personal conception of God and sobriety. This episode goes into my struggle with anxiety and depression, see…
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In this episode, I open up about my journey as a highly sensitive and empathic individual, sharing how these traits have shaped my life from early childhood experiences with social justice to my ongoing recovery and relationship with God. We navigate the challenges of managing overwhelming emotions and staying sane amidst global crises, while discu…
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In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show podcast, I am digging into the importance of taking action as a prerequisite for feelings like faith, motivation, and gratitude, especially in the context of recovery. Reflecting on my journey through 12-step meetings and 7.8 years of sobriety, I share how embracing the steps in order, taking action even witho…
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In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show podcast, I share my reflections on traveling in Japan and how life's unpredictability often prevented me from sticking to my initial plans, a profound lesson I've learned in recovery. I discuss the importance of living 'life on life's terms' and the need to seek God's will over my own, which means going with t…
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Hey friends, in this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I am once again checking in from Osaka, Japan! I can't believe we're wrapping up an incredible 17-day journey around this amazing country. The food, the culture—everything's been just out of this world. In this episode, I want to drop into how my journey of 7.77 years of sobriety is a massive gam…
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In this episode of the Kori Leigh Show podcast, I'm coming to you from Kyoto, Japan—a place I never dreamed of being. Reflecting on my journey through sobriety, I discuss how many of the most treasured aspects of my life, like being sober, being a mom, and having a successful podcast, were never part of my plan. I delve into the paradox of setting …
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21. Tips for Mastering Habit Stacking.. My Top 5 Non-Negotiables for a Sober, Disciplined Life
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In this heartfelt episode of the Kori Leigh Show podcast, I open with immense gratitude for the show's incredible growth, attributing it to my devoted listeners. I reflect on my journey, discussing my memoir, 'Atlas of Darkness,' and how it symbolized a pivotal transformation in my life. I emphasize the importance of discipline and habits in achiev…
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20. Shattering the Stigma of Addiction… Interview with Gentry Jones Sharing Her Recovery Story & How She Helps Others Quit
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In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I brought on Gentry Jones as a special guest to share her story of sobriety and recovery. Despite having supportive parents and no significant trauma, she struggled with fitting in during her adolescence, developing a dependency on alcohol for coping with insecurities and social anxieties. The conversation tr…
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19. Weathering the Storm… Where Feelings Are Not Facts While Living in Acceptance of Life on it’s Terms
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I want to talk to you about the themes of 'weathering the storm' and 'feelings are not facts,' exploring how these concepts intertwine in the journey of life. I share my personal experiences in life coaching, where I initially believed that a positive mindset and manifestation could lead to constant happiness. However, I learned that life encompass…
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In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I am going to rant on the true meaning of surrendering while actively pursuing our goals. Surrendering is not giving up but learning to live life on life's terms, balancing action with letting go of the outcome. We dive into the importance of discipline, focus, and dedication while being open to God's guidanc…
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17. What Happened When I Stopped Manifesting My Future Self… How Surrender Led to My Greatest Success
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In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I dive deep into the concept of 'Future Self' and explore various perspectives on manifestation, scripting, and the role of visualizing future goals. Lets start with the reflection of my own spiritual crisis at 25, where I struggled with the balance between pursuing dreams and accepting life's inevitable ups …
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In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, we dive into the profound concept that other people's opinions of you are none of your business. We explore the strong human tendency for approval and belonging, and how it often clashes with our need to be authentic. Through personal anecdotes, including a conversation with my gym trainer and a recent social…
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“I hope today’s message moves you, opens your heart, and inspires you to see how God is moving in your life.” In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I dive into the themes of personal standards, boundaries, and living in alignment with God's will. I emphasize how crucial it is to maintain high standards in areas like health, relationships, and per…
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In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I share with you thoughts and insights I have had with the “why am I here?’ question. Maybe you are going through a challenging season or simply wondering “what should I do next?” I dive into themes of discipline, spirituality, and personal growth. Reflecting on my own struggles with depression and addiction,…
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On this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I brought on our first male guest, MJ DelRe, we sit down and he bravely shared his journey about his fifteen-year battle with addiction, the rock-bottom moments, and the critical turning points that led to his recovery. He reflects on the transformative powers of family, faith, and the community that supporte…
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"Without God, I am a seed floating in the air; I literally cannot germinate. It doesn't matter how much I will it, mantra, or think about it. I need to be attached to my life force." In this personal and emotional episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I explore the journey of rediscovering faith after hitting rock bottom. Prompted by a question from Inst…
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'Faith is literally believing in that which we cannot see, and we are asked to trust this non-linear path that sometimes feels like regression.' In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I dig into the often overlooked yet fundamental concept of slowing down and living in the present. In a world overwhelmed with fast-paced demands and future-oriented…
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"In order to hold up a high standard, we have to trust that what's coming on the other side is going to be better than what we are currently saying no to, which is where faith comes in." In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I talk about the transformative power of gratitude, faith, and living a life of high standards. I emphasize that gratitude …
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'Just because somebody else may have had it worse does not diminish the fact that your story matters, that your feelings matter, and that the only way that we can possibly begin to heal and to find peace and forgiveness within our own stories is to acknowledge the way that our stories and our lives have impacted us.' In this episode of The Kori Lei…
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In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I explore with you the concept of "let go and let God." I discuss the balance between taking action and surrendering to God's will in various aspects of life. I share personal stories and metaphors, emphasizing the importance of disciplined action while trusting in God's plan and timing. I reflect on the fear…
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7. Addiction, Trauma, Abuse, & Losing Everything: Nicci’s Story of Feeling Helpless to Now Giving Hope and Helping Others in Recovery
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“If you're struggling, reach out to someone you trust and tell them you need help. Even the smallest willingness to believe can spiral into a relationship with God that you didn't know was possible.” In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I am interviewing my guest Nicci Amendola to share her story of recovery. We start with her early fascination …
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6. BE’ing AND DO’ing… How to Handle the Unknown by Surrendering to God's Plan While Taking Action
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In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, Let’s really dig into the balance between taking action and surrendering to God's plan. I emphasize how crucial it is to integrate both aspects into our lives, using the metaphor of a gardener tending to a seed to illustrate this balance. I talk about our human tendency to force outcomes and the stress it cau…
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In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I open up about my own experiences in business, life, and recovery, highlighting the importance of trusting in God's plan, even when the path ahead isn't clear. I liken the experience to playing a game of chess, where each move comes with its own set of challenges, especially when you're trying to live by fai…
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4. God Will Use Your Path for a Purpose | Navigating Childhood Trauma, Addiction, and the Path to Recovery with Lisa Stanton
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In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I am so excited to share with you this conversation I had with Lisa Stanton. She discusses the complexities of healing and forgiveness, and how childhood trauma influenced her behavior and relationships. Lisa also shares her battle with alcoholism, using alcohol as a coping mechanism for her confusion, anger,…
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3. From Wheelchair to Weights… Her Story of Redemption & Recovery After Being Hit by a (Literal) Truck with Jodi Evans, Personal Trainer
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In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I am bringing on my first guest Jodi Evans who has an incredible redemption story of rock bottom to how God has worked in her life. Jodi is a personal trainer that helps moms use faith to fuel their fitness journey. We talk about the life-altering accidents that left her in a wheelchair, leaning on pain manag…
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"Over the years of practicing life this way, I have been amazed to see that God does in fact know better for me what I need and what my purpose is than I could ever know." - Kori Leigh In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I talk about how I found God through prayer and came to realize that God's will often reveals itself in the simple, everyday …
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"When we do our work to heal and to surrender to God's will, God then uses our past to help somebody else." In this episode of The Kori Leigh Show, I am starting off sharing my story of the tough parts of growing personally, going through recovery, and how sometimes it's those really dark times that bring us the most important messages about oursel…
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Welcome to The Kori Leigh Show! I am your host Kori, a recovering alcoholic and business owner, which I will I discuss hitting rock bottom in 2016, that led me to find God and begin healing. I share my experiences to provide hope and strength to others facing similar struggles, emphasizing the power of community in recovery. My story is one of surr…
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