Recoverycast: Mental Health & Addiction Recovery Stories
Explore powerful, real-life mental health and addiction recovery stories in authentic, engaging conversations. Each episode spotlights relatable journeys shared by influential voices—from struggles and setbacks to moments of resilience, hope, and healing. This podcast is a safe, supportive space where vulnerability is celebrated, connections flourish, and listeners find reassurance that lasting recovery and mental wellness are truly possible. Tune in for inspiring narratives, practical guidance, and a compassionate sober community to accompany you on your personal path to healing.
Recoverycast: Mental Health & Addiction Recovery Stories
Kori Leigh | From Alcoholism, Anxiety & Childhood Trauma to 12-Step Sobriety & Faith
This powerful addiction recovery story features Kori Leigh, who opens up about childhood loss, alcohol addiction, abusive relationships, and self-harm. She shares how 12-step recovery, therapy, and spiritual growth led her to sobriety, purpose, and peace after years of chaos.
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Key talking points:
1. Kori Leigh lost her father at age six, sparking deep trauma and mistrust in God.
2. She struggled with rage, anxiety, eating disorders, and self-hatred throughout her youth.
3. Her substance use began with alcohol in her teens, followed by Ritalin, weed, and heavy drinking.
4. She lived a double life—running marathons and building a career while blackout drinking weekly.
5. An abusive three-year relationship escalated her alcohol and cocaine use.
6. Shame and denial masked the severity of her alcoholism, even as she lost cars and memory to blackouts.
7. Rock bottom came during a blackout Christmas, when she accused her husband of rape while drunk.
8. She entered 12-step recovery in December 2016, beginning her sobriety journey.
9. Early sobriety was brutal, as her husband left and old grief resurfaced, but she stayed sober.
10. Today she has 8+ years of sobriety, is a mentor, podcast host, and lives with peace, faith, and purpose.
00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdote
00:23 Welcome to Recovery Cast
00:35 Meet Cory Lee
01:23 The Journey to Sobriety
02:41 Childhood Trauma and Memories
04:01 Losing a Father
05:54 Coping with Loss and Rage
11:33 Early Substance Use
14:42 Eating Disorders and Alcoholism
20:31 The Downward Spiral
28:18 Rock Bottom and Seeking Help
29:09 Struggles with Alcoholism and Mental Health
29:36 Marriage and the Return of Darkness
30:32 Realization and Attempt to Quit Alcohol
31:58 Hitting Rock Bottom
34:21 The Turning Point: Deciding to Get Sober
35:09 Early Days of Sobriety
38:22 The 12 Steps and Finding God
43:15 Life After Sobriety
45:50 Helping Others and Setting Boundaries
47:34 The Journey of Healing and Recovery
54:01 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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