The Kori Leigh Show

10. Gratitude in Action… Faith, Perseverance, and Living with High Standards

"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 is an action, not just a feeling, and recount how hitting rock bottom allowed me to connect with a higher power. I stress the importance of taking action, surrendering to God's will, and being of service to others. I truly want this to encourage us to uphold high standards and persist in gratitude practices, highlighting the profound impact of faith and perseverance.
 
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Episode Outline: 
Rigorous Non-Negotiable Action (00:01:16) 
Relinquishing Goals and Surrendering to God (00:08:10) 
Living a High Standards Life (00:12:26) 
Gratitude as a Practice (00:18:50) 
Gratitude as Action (00:29:28) 
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If you are in search of the steps towards recovery check out www.aa.org

9. Rock Bottom Defined… Navigating the Depths of Despair

'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 Leigh Show, I dig right into the concept of hitting rock bottom and the transformative power of desperation. I share my personal experiences with mental health and alcoholism, challenging the stereotypical image of rock bottom. I emphasize the importance of validating one's own struggles without comparison to others. 
I discuss the significance of addressing impostor syndrome, lack of confidence, and fear, and highlight the impact of sharing stories in a group setting. My narrative offers an honest portrayal of my journey through multiple bottoms, including an abusive relationship and addiction, underscoring the internal pain that drives change. 
 
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Episode Outline: 
The Definition of Rock Bottom (00:04:12) 
Inner Critic and Self-Comparison (00:09:34) 
Navigating Dark Moments (00:15:29) 
Conceding to Inner Struggles (00:25:22) 
Seeking Vitality and Change (00:34:13) 
Overcoming Comparison and Accepting Help (00:37:19)
Surrendering to God's Will (00:38:36)
Ep. 1 My Story
 
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If you are in search of the steps towards recovery check out www.aa.org

8. Let Go, Let God… What Does It Mean & Navigating the Paradox of Action and Surrender

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 fears associated with letting go and highlight the need to seek God's guidance in all decisions. I encourage listeners to embrace the paradox of action and surrender, recognizing that each person's relationship with God is unique.
 
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Episode Outline: 
Understanding "Let Go and Let God" (00:01:25) 
The Importance of Surrender and Action (00:02:33) 
Seeking God's Guidance in Daily Activities (00:04:15) 
Metaphor of Pursuing a Goal and Surrendering to God's Will (00:10:43) 
Balancing Desires and Surrender (00:26:43) 
Building a Relationship with God (00:32:48) 
Living Today Well (00:36:51) 
Trusting God's Plan (00:43:07)
Ep. 6 BE’ing AND DO’ing 
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If you are in search of the steps towards recovery check out www.aa.org

7. Addiction, Trauma, Abuse, & Losing Everything: Nicci’s Story of Feeling Helpless to Now Giving Hope and Helping Others in Recovery

“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 with alcohol and drugs, which spiraled into a full-blown addiction, leading to severe personal and familial consequences. She discusses losing custody of her children, multiple pregnancies while addicted, and the emotional turmoil she endured. We cover everything from the complexities of addiction, the struggle for recovery, to the importance of support systems. 
 
Nicci’s testimony serves as a powerful testament to resilience and the transformative power of recovery.
 
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@nicci_ames
 
Episode Outline: 
Nicci's Early Interest in Drugs and Alcohol (00:01:33) 
The Downward Spiral (00:07:32) 
Becoming a Mother and Relapse (00:15:50) 
Reaching Rock Bottom (00:20:45) 
Working with Others and Finding Purpose (00:40:48) 
Building a Relationship with God (00:50:53) 
Encouragement for the Struggling (00:56:18)
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If you are in search of the steps towards recovery go to www.aa.org

6. BE’ing AND DO’ing… How to Handle the Unknown by Surrendering to God's Plan While Taking Action

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 causes, and I advocate instead for faith and patience in the natural unfolding of life. I share some of my personal experiences and encourage listeners to trust in God's timing, embrace the unknown, and maintain rigorous daily action without giving in to fear or frustration.
 
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Episode Outline: 
Being vs. Doing (00:02:51) 
Gardener Metaphor (00:08:31) 
Unseen Progress (00:20:29) 
Taking Action and Surrendering (00:21:55) 
Trusting God's Plan (00:24:15)
Synchronicity and Surrender (00:28:11)
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5. Knowing God’s Will…Navigating Life's Changes Like a Chess Game

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 faith.
 
I share the unique ways in which God might reach out to us. It's a reminder that divine communication doesn't always come in the form of grand gestures; more often, it's found in the quiet, mundane moments of our lives. The episode I hope brings you peace to accept the unease that comes with uncertainty about the future and to focus on taking life one step at a time, always seeking and following God's lead.
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Episode Outline: 
Living in Faith and Surrender (00:01:26) 
Understanding God's Will (00:05:27) 
God's Will in Daily Life (00:10:25) 
Riding the Waves of Discomfort (00:23:58) 
Mastering Stillness and Action (00:27:17) 
Living in the Mundane (00:30:00) 
God's Will as a Treasure Hunt (00:32:21) 
Learning to Sit Still and Daily Action (00:35:25)
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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

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, and fear. She talks about hitting rock bottom in 2020, her resistance to accepting a higher power, and her eventual embrace of faith in her recovery. 
 
Together we have a great conversation on the transformative power of recovery, the role of a higher power, and the unexpected blessings, such as Lisa's upcoming book, her marriage, and what the future holds. I am so touched by Lisa’s story and I know you are going to love it as well. 
 
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Episode Outline: 
Impact of Parents' Divorce (00:01:53) 
Healing and Forgiveness (00:11:07)
Struggles with Relationships (00:19:07) 
Perfectionism and Drive (00:35:20)
Early Signs of Alcoholism (00:37:24) 
Alcohol as a Coping Mechanism (00:40:23) 
The Rock Bottom (00:44:49) 
Seeking Recovery (00:45:21) 
Finding Faith in Recovery (00:51:34)
Internal Serenity and Trust in God (01:08:26) 
 
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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

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 management, and battle with addiction. 
 
She shares the role of faith in her recovery and how she found purpose through art, crafts, and projects that led her to becoming a personal trainer. Jodi candidly shares her struggles with the legal system, addiction, and pain management, and how a choice between jail and rehab became a turning point. Her story brought me to tears, because of her resilience and transformation, culminating in her work as a fitness coach and author of a devotional cookbook, to now sharing her testimony to inspire others. 
 
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Episode Outline: 
Run Over by a Truck (00:02:33)
Finding Purpose and Sobriety (00:06:11) 
Trauma and Recovery (00:08:06)
Turning Point and Recovery (00:16:25) 
Rock Bottom and Recovery (00:23:28) 
The Power of Hope (00:25:34) 
Finding Faith in Recovery (00:27:32) 
The Impact of Sharing Hope (00:29:14) 
Faithfully Fit Devotional Cookbook (00:35:26)
 
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www.faithfulfitness.shop 

2. Prayer - Finding God's Will in the Mundane

"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 tasks we all do. I look back on how I used to focus on self-centered prayers and how I've transformed to praying for God's will and dedicating myself to serving others.
 
I want this episode to encourage you all to live a purpose-driven life, to let go of the need to understand every complexity of life, and to trust in God's plan for us.
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Episode Outline: 
Changing Perspective on Prayer (00:02:26) 
Struggles with Prayer and Seeking God's Will (00:03:37)
Learning to Pray for God's Will (00:10:37) 
Understanding God's Will in Daily Tasks (00:14:04) 
Transformation Through Prayer and Action (00:19:07) 
Relinquishing Personal Desires (00:25:14) 
God's Will in Everyday Tasks (00:26:14)
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1. Your Mess in Your Message - Sharing My Story of God Meeting Me in My Darkest Moments

"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 ourselves. I don't hold back when it comes to my struggles with trust and getting close to people, all because of some rough stuff that happened in my childhood. Those experiences really molded how I see God. I'm a big believer in the idea that we should all have the freedom to explore and redefine what faith means to us. I want to get across that your faith isn't something static, but God is; it's this deeply personal journey that keeps changing and growing, just like we do.
 
Overall, I wanted to share that God came to me in my darkest moment, not because I prayed for help, actually I wanted nothing to do with God, but because there was a moment where He could access me, and He did. He will meet you where you are at too. 
 
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Episode Outline: 
God Uses Our Mess as Our Message (00:02:05) 
Personal Journey and Instagram Account Explosion (00:07:08) 
Struggles with Submission and Trust (00:15:57) 
Rock Bottom and Moment of Clarity (00:27:44) 
Embarking on Sobriety and Faith (00:31:26) 
Finding Hope and Transformation (00:36:01) 
Returning to Original Roots and Faith Journey (00:41:27) 
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