Miracle Mentality with Tim Storey (Motivation, Self Help, and Mental Health)
This podcast is for those of you who are created for success. Think of it as your gateway to the miraculous. It’s about developing a miracle mindset—a VIP pass out of the mundane and into the extraordinary. If you’re tired of living stuck in the ordinary, messy, or chaotic, this is your call to break free. Through powerful tools, insights, and mindset shifts, Tim Storey and his guests will show you how to stop settling for “just okay” and start living a life that’s miraculous, intentional, and bold. Your host is Tim Storey, a culture-influencing thought-leader, life strategist, author, speaker, and counselor. Known as the Original Comeback Coach and credited with enhancing the lives of millions, Tim helps people visualize and realize the best version of themselves.
Episodes
Kim Perell: How a $10K Startup Bet Led to a $235M Exit | Motivation | E46
Kim Perell spent much of her childhood comparing herself to her twin sister. Early on, she had already convinced herself she was less capable, carrying those limiting beliefs into adulthood even as she worked relentlessly to prove otherwise. Then, just as the dot-com boom was taking off, Kim walked away from the safe corporate path she had planned for herself and borrowed $10,000 from her grandmot
How to Turn Your Mess into Your Message and Live in Alignment With God | Motivation | The Original Comeback Coach
Do you feel stuck in your grief, trauma, pain, or regrets? By identifying what limiting beliefs are still holding you back, you can evolve beyond them and walk in alignment with your true purpose. In this coaching session with Tim Storey, Tim will help you understand what roadblocks are standing in the way of you following God’s plan for you and evolving into your best self.
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The Power of Endurance: How to Push Past Limits and Achieve the Impossible | Charlie Engle | Motivation | E45
Charlie Engle seemed to have it all together. He was captain of multiple teams, student body president, and had a ticket to the University of North Carolina before graduation. But in college, the pressure to prove himself spiraled into alcohol addiction, identity loss, and eventually incarceration. Charlie refused to let that become the end of his story. Through ultramarathon running, he found a w
The Three Pillars of Grieving Your Pet | Mental Health | Coaching Session with Chrysta | Part 2
The death of a pet can take an immense toll on our mental health, performance, and overall well-being, but society often does not view losing a pet as a significant event. Tim Storey is working to change that and teach people how to work through the complex emotions that come with grieving a beloved pet. In part two of Tim’s life coaching session with Chrysta, Tim unpacks how being present, buildi
The Art of Staying Grounded: Brent Bolthouse on Success, Sobriety, and Trust | Motivation | E44
At 17, Brent Bolthouse arrived in Los Angeles to get sober, carrying addiction, uncertainty, and no clear path forward. After a profound spiritual experience in rehab, he began rebuilding his life. By 19, he had stumbled into Hollywood nightlife, a world filled with temptation, ego, and chaos. Instead of getting lost in it, Brent brought integrity, boundaries, and trust to the room. He helped shap
My Advice for Everyone Grieving the Loss of a Pet | Mental Health | Coaching Session with Chrysta | Part 1
Psychologists say that losing a pet is nearly as emotionally difficult as losing a close friend or family member. Yet, there is little guidance on navigating the grief of a pet's passing. In this special episode of Miracle Mentality, Tim coaches his close friend and colleague, Chrysta, through her dog's heartbreaking diagnosis of a terminal illness. He discusses the overlapping emotions of grief,
Whitney Johnson on How to Step Into Your Next Level of Success | Self Help | E43
Most people stay stuck not because they lack ambition, but because they are afraid to let go of who they are now to become who they are meant to be. Whitney Johnson has spent her career helping leaders and organizations understand the emotional journey of growth and why doing something new should feel uncomfortable. In this episode, Whitney joins Tim to break down the S-curve of growth and how to
Are You in Pain? How to Position Yourself for a Breakthrough | Motivation | The Original Comeback Coach
We all experience life interruptions: sudden illness, getting laid off, losing family and friends, financial issues, or any other unexpected hurdle. Often, we get stuck in the pain and disappointment of those life interruptions, lose sight of who we once were, and find ourselves begging God to give us a break. In this coaching session with Tim Storey, Tim will explain how to heal your heart from u
The 7 Traits Emotionally Strong People Practice Every Day | Dr. Emily Anhalt | Mental Health | E42
Most people treat their emotional health like the gym: they only show up when they feel out of shape. Dr. Emily Anhalt has spent the past two decades trying to change that. As a psychologist and emotional fitness expert, she believes that inner strength is something you build daily, not something you scramble for in a crisis. In her work with leaders, teams, and high-performing organizations, she
Psychology of Change: What to Do When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned | Cassandra Worthy | Motivation | E41
Cassandra Worthy had her entire career at Procter & Gamble mapped out, from internship to retirement. Then overnight, everything changed: her company was acquired, and the future she had carefully planned disappeared. Instead of letting the fear and frustration break her, she turned her experience navigating corporate disruption into a framework that now helps Fortune 500 companies move from react
Miss Excel Kat Norton: How to Turn Fear Into a Million-Dollar Skill Set | Self Help | E40
Kat Norton used to eat lunch in the guidance counselor’s office, overwhelmed by anxiety and fear of being seen. But when the world shut down in 2020, she picked up her phone and started posting Excel tutorials mixed with dance on TikTok. What began as a creative experiment quickly went viral and became the Miss Excel brand, a multimillion-dollar business with over 1 million followers and 30,000+ s
#1 Executive Coach: Leadership Lessons from Coaching the World’s Best CEOs | Marshall Goldsmith | Motivation | E39
Marshall Goldsmith didn’t set out to become the world’s top executive coach; he discovered it. As a young man eager to learn, he volunteered to serve coffee and assist with tasks just to be in the same room as his mentor. When a speaking opportunity arose, Marshall was asked to lead a session with no prior experience. To his surprise, he succeeded, and the client requested him again, ultimately la
The Surprising Leadership Secret That Transformed My Life and Business | Winn Claybaugh | Motivation | E38
Winn Claybaugh always knew he was different. Growing up as one of eight kids, he carried a quiet sense of responsibility and a deep belief that he was meant to lead. But his journey wasn’t perfect. From early struggles and bad decisions to eventually overcoming addiction, Winn had to discover who he truly was before stepping into the leader he is today. That journey led him to build one of the mos
How to Reinvent Yourself, Think Long-Term, and Stay Ahead in a Changing World | Dorie Clark | Motivation | E37
Dorie Clark’s career path is anything but conventional. She started college at 14, earned a master’s degree from Harvard Divinity School, and began her career in journalism. But along the way, she faced rejection, layoffs, and unexpected career pivots before becoming one of the world’s leading voices on reinvention, personal branding, and long-term strategic thinking. In this episode, Dorie joins
Unshakable Faith: Gabrielle Bernstein on Healing Trauma and Leading from Self | Spirituality | E36
Gabrielle Bernstein transformed her darkest moments into a mission to help others heal. In her early years, she struggled with addiction, anxiety, and deep emotional pain, until she hit rock bottom and whispered a simple prayer: “I need a miracle.” That moment became a turning point. Through years of sobriety, spiritual practice, and deep inner work, she rebuilt her life and became one of the most
Army Veteran Turned Business Podcaster on Creating Freedom Through Focus and Value | John Lee Dumas | Motivation | E35
John Lee Dumas spent years chasing success the traditional way: through money, status, and the “right” career path. After leaving the military, he went through six years of frustration, trying law school, corporate finance, and real estate, only to feel stuck and unfulfilled. Everything shifted when one insight changed his direction: stop chasing success, and start creating value. That decision le
Editor of the World's First Self-Help Magazine on the Secrets to Success | Kerrie Lee Brown | Motivation | E34
Kerrie Lee Brown navigated a path from aspiring lawyer to the helm of one of America’s most iconic self-help publications. Facing the challenges of a rapidly evolving media landscape and the responsibility of leading Success Magazine into the modern era, Kerrie turned her love of stories and people into a career that amplifies voices, inspires entrepreneurs, and celebrates authentic success. In th
Dr. Caroline Leaf: How to Clean Up Your Mental Mess and Find Peace in Chaos | Wellness | E33
In today’s world, many people feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, mentally cluttered, and stuck in reactive patterns they do not know how to break. In this episode of Miracle Mentality, Dr. Caroline Leaf joins Tim to explain the difference between the mind and the brain, why mental mess is a normal part of being human, and how we can learn to manage stress, trauma, triggers, and negative thou
Emily Ford: Breaking My Generational Curses Brought Me Closer to Jesus | Faith | E32
Emily Ford looked successful on the outside, but internally, she was battling the effects of childhood trauma, loneliness, and generational pain. After years of searching for love, identity, and healing in the wrong places, Emily hit a breaking point that led her into a real relationship with Jesus. In this episode of Miracle Mentality, Emily joins Tim to share how confronting generational curses,
Beyond Belief: Nir Eyal's Proven Guide to Tapping Into Your Hidden Potential | Mindset | E31
Nir Eyal once described his past self as “the most distracted person you’ve ever met.” Diagnosed with ADHD and stuck in a cycle of distraction and procrastination, he tried everything, including throwing away his smartphone. However, nothing worked, and he realized he needed to find his own solution to overcome distraction. This journey led to the award-winning, bestselling book, Indistractable. I
Ben Greenfield: Biohacking Expert’s Tips for Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Fitness | Health | E30
Ben Greenfield is one of the most respected voices in the fitness and biohacking space. However, as his success grew, he realized he had disconnected from his wife, his sons, and God along the way. To remedy his spiritual starvation, Ben approached his pastor, who encouraged him to leverage his platform to bring people to Jesus. Ten years later, Ben has published several books outlining the relati
How Case Kenny Mastered Mindfulness, Confidence, and Optimism | Positivity | E29
In 2017, Case Kenny bought an expensive bottle of champagne to open when he reached his first $100K in revenue. When he finally reached $100K, he decided not to open it and wait until his first million instead. The goalposts kept moving, and the bottle still sits unopened in his office several years later. However, he has learned how to celebrate his wins along the way in other ways to avoid burni
Amanda Knox: How I Reclaimed My Freedom After Wrongful Conviction of Murder | Mindset | E28
While studying abroad in Italy, somebody broke into Amanda Knox’s home in the middle of the night, where they brutally assaulted and murdered her roommate. Despite her innocence, Amanda was quickly named the number one suspect and was subject to nearly four years in prison for a crime she didn’t commit. While she was released from prison nearly 15 years ago, it took her several years to reclaim he
Brandon Dawson: My Blueprint to Scaling Your Business to Nine Figures | Entrepreneurship | E27
Legendary entrepreneur Brandon Dawson learned how to hustle at a young age. His father was a walnut farmer, and Brandon spent his early years working in the fields of the farm. His mom and stepfather ran a hearing aids business that took all of their time and energy. When he graduated from high school, Brandon decided to become the best version of both of his parents. That drive led him to ring th
Ilana Golan: How to Build a Career and Life You Love in 2026 | Success | E26
When Ilana Golan’s close colleague of two decades approached her with the proposition to start a company together, she was thrilled. After their company was valued at $5 million, they secured three Silicon Valley investors. However, less than 24 hours after saying goodbye to her corporate job to chase her dream, her co-founder stole all of their money and kicked her out of the business. With no jo
From $1 to $1 Billion: John Paul DeJoria on Building a Business That Gave Everything Back | Leadership | E25
John Paul DeJoria’s father left when he was two years old. His mother was in poverty and struggled with medical issues. He and his brother were in foster care five days a week. Yet, John Paul never felt like a victim; his mother always maintained a positive attitude and instilled in them that there are always people who have less than you, no matter how little you have. This mindset propelled John
Sahil Bloom: Finding Success Beyond Financial Abundance | Mindset | E24
Sahil Bloom once met a factory worker who spent ten hours a day fixing widgets for minimum wage. While the work paid little and looked boring and uninspiring from the outside, the man found deep purpose in it. He saw his job as a way to build a better life for his son. That perspective stayed with Sahil and became a defining example of what he calls work-life harmony. In this episode, Sahil joins
Joe Foster and Ben Weiss: The Importance of Mentorship, Collaboration, and Taking Risks | Leadership | E23
Joe Foster, the legendary co-founder of Reebok, has a new venture: Syntilay, a visionary shoe brand that uses AI and 3D printing to create custom shoes that fit each customer perfectly. The founder and CEO of Syntilay, Ben Weiss, is a young entrepreneur who boldly reached out to Joe to collaborate with him on his plan to disrupt the shoe industry with modern technology. In this episode of Miracle
Maha Abouelenein: How Your Storytelling Strategy Will Save or Sink Your Brand | Communication | E22
In today’s age of AI and information saturation, how do you and your business stand out? Maha Abouelenein, a communications and storytelling expert, leads a communications firm with offices in the U.S. and UAE, helping global brands, high-growth startups, and government organizations harness the power of strategic storytelling in order to reach their desired audience. In this episode, Maha and Tim
Paul Orfalea: The Harsh Reality of Running a Multi-Billion-Dollar Company | Entrepreneurship | E21
Growing up, Paul Orfalea didn’t know a single adult with a job. All of his family members ran their own businesses, no matter how difficult it got. It felt inevitable that Paul would eventually build Kinko’s, the first widely accessible, self-service retail space for photocopying and printing needs that was later sold for $2.4 billion. In this episode of Miracle Mentality, Paul breaks down the har
How Naveen Jain is Revolutionizing the Treatment of Chronic Diseases | Self Help | E20
Forty-five years ago, Naveen Jain immigrated from India to the U.S. with nothing but $5 in his pocket and a desire to make the world a better place. After building several companies that disrupted the technology, information, and space exploration industries, he is now revolutionizing the healthcare sector through his latest company, Viome. In this episode, Naveen explains how to spot and fix prob
Dr. Daniel Amen: World-Renowned Neuroscientist's Secrets to a Healthy Brain and Better Life | Self Help | E19
When Dr. Daniel Amen first saw his own brain in a scan, he was horrified: he was a former football player, he had meningitis twice, and he only slept four hours per night, leading his brain to show signs of significant damage. From that point on, he was committed to improving his brain health. He is now one of the most famous neuroscientists in the world, with over 95 scientific papers and 12 book
Rachel Uchitel: The Power of Authenticity, Tragedies, and Being Misunderstood | Motivation | E18
Fifteen years ago, Rachel Uchitel was plastered across every newspaper in the country for a major celebrity scandal. Instantly, she lost all the credibility she had built in her industry. However, she refused to let her mistake define her. Now, she hosts the top podcast Miss Understood and is rapidly gaining popularity in the public speaking space. In this episode, Rachel and Tim meet again to dis
Scott Clary: The Truth About Building Real Influence | Motivation | E17
Scott Clary had the career, the title, and the corporate success story. But as he climbed the ranks in sales and marketing, he realized he wanted to do work that felt more meaningful. He wanted to build something that helped people grow, not just businesses. So he launched the Success Story podcast to serve others and have the honest conversations he once needed. Today, the show has surpassed 50 m
How Elizabeth Smart Discovered Her Purpose After Tragedy | Mindset | E16
Elizabeth Smart was kidnapped when she was 14 years old. However, she refused to let her worst moment become her whole story. Now, she helps thousands of people navigate life's biggest challenges and detours through her activism, her books and her foundation that provides aid to victims of sexual abuse. In this special episode of Miracle Mentality, Elizabeth reveals what gave her hope during her n
Napster Co-Founder Jordan Ritter on the True Meaning of Success | Motivation | E15
He helped build Napster and forever changed how the world shares music. But over time, as he achieved success and searched for meaning, Jordan Ritter began to redefine success on his own terms, realizing that achievement without self-awareness was not enough. In this episode, Tim Storey sits down with Jordan to explore the lessons behind success, the evolution of confidence, and why the most meani
Dr. Robert Cialdini: The Godfather of Influence on the Art of Persuasion | Self Help | E14
He almost signed with the Detroit Tigers. But instead of a baseball career, Dr. Robert Cialdini chose a calling to study what truly moves people and how influence can be used to uplift, not manipulate. That decision led to groundbreaking research that transformed business, psychology, and leadership around the world. In this episode, Tim Storey and Dr. Cialdini explore how generosity builds trust,
Jana Kramer: How to Heal, Trust Yourself, and Move Forward | Self Help | E13
She left Michigan at 18 with nothing but drive and a dream. From One Tree Hill to the Billboard charts, Jana Kramer built a career that looked picture-perfect — until life’s interruptions tested everything she believed in. Now she’s using her story to remind us that peace isn’t found in perfection; it’s found in faith, resilience, and walking through the storm instead of sitting in it. In this epi
Dan Ariely: How Small Mindset Shifts Change Everything | Self Help | E12
When behavioral scientist Dan Ariely stopped shaving half his face, it wasn’t rebellion. It was revelation. After years of hiding his burn scars, he let his beard grow and discovered something deeper: when we stop covering what’s broken, we begin to heal. That small act of self-acceptance became a lesson in mindset, compassion, and freedom. In this episode, Tim Storey sits down with Dan Ariely to
Tech Legend Tim O’Reilly on AI, Humanity, and What Really Matters | Motivation | E11
In high school, Tim O’Reilly met a mentor who drilled one idea into his mind: “The map is not the territory.” That mindset of questioning assumptions changed how he sees everything, from technology to humanity to meaning. Decades later, that same curiosity and clarity help him challenge conventional wisdom, recognize transformation before others do, and shape how we understand growth, innovation,
Robert Glazer: How to Lead with Values and Follow Your Inner Compass | Leadership | E10
He walked away from a million-dollar client to protect his team, choosing values over revenue. That act of courage revealed what true leadership means. Robert Glazer discovered that real success comes from staying aligned with what matters most. In this episode, he shares how uncovering his core values reshaped his life and business, and how following your inner compass, leading with character, an
Evan Carmichael: The Power of Belief to Transform Your Life | E9
It was 2019, and Evan Carmichael was on his way to interview Tim Storey in Los Angeles. The night before, disaster struck: every piece of camera equipment was stolen from his car. But Evan refused to back down. By morning, he had rented new gear, reset his mindset, and driven to Tim’s home to finish what he started. In this episode of Miracle Mentality, Tim and Evan explore how belief, expectation
Tim Storey: How to Soar From Setback to Comeback | Bonus Episode
When Tim Storey was just ten years old, his father left the house to pick up dinner for his mother. But he never came home. A man ran a red light, and that tragedy changed Tim’s life forever. His mother was left to raise four children alone, working twelve-hour shifts at a donut shop. Yet instead of settling in the pain, she rose. That became Tim’s lifelong lesson: never sit, settle, or cement you
The Truth, Trauma, and Transformation of Sherri Papini | E8
How do you move forward after years of control, public scrutiny, and trauma? In this episode, Sherri Papini reflects on finding purpose in motherhood, the disorientation of captivity and its aftermath, and how jail and federal prison paradoxically became a place of safety and self-discovery. Tim and Sherri discuss choosing accountability without self-erasure, rebuilding boundaries, and drawing str
How Personal Leadership Generates Professional Success with Black Hawk Pilot Elizabeth McCormick | E7
Former U.S. Army Black Hawk Pilot Elizabeth McCormick unpacks what it means to “fly first” in life—owning your mindset, preparation, and standards when it counts. Tim and Elizabeth share how compartmentalization, rigorous rehearsal, and relational trust helped her lead under pressure and show up even while hurt. They also explore the power of the copilot, as well as hiring before onboarding and ra
Staying Steady In Unsteady Times | Bonus Episode
Join Tim Storey and special guests as they discuss recent Charlie Kirk events and how you can stay steady in unsteady times.
Finding Light After Loss: Rachel Uchitel on Grief, Growth, and New Beginnings | E6
Rachel Uchitel, host of the Misunderstood podcast, shares her deeply personal journey from losing her fiancé on 9/11 to later facing the pain of being reduced to a tabloid headline. She opens up about grief, shame, and the feeling of being trapped in labels that don’t define the whole person. Through candid conversation, Rachel joins Tim to explain how she turned her anguish into purpose, built a
Activate Your Unique "Prey Drive" For Success with Coach Michael Burt | E5
Coach Michael Burt, often called the "Coach of Coaches", believes the most important thing you can do is to live boldly into your calling. Tim and Coach Burt explore how to turn setbacks into comebacks, why discipline and confidence are essential to activating your “prey drive,” and how faith fuels the courage to pursue greater possibilities. Tim and Coach Burt share practical wisdom from his coac
How To Ask For More: Improve Your Negotiations Skills with Alex Carter | E4
Alex Carter, author of Ask for More, knows that it takes both grit and curiosity to shape your career. In this episode, Alex discusses how she found her voice in speech and debate and begins to distill her negotiation philosophy that she has used as a UN negotiation trainer. Tim and Alex discuss the importance of prioritizing partnership over humiliation and how critical it is to lead negotiations
The Power of Confidence: Heather Monahan on Why Dimming Your Light Never Brings Success | E3
Heather Monahan knows first hand what happens when you dim your light. She rose to become a thriving C-suite executive but was doing it to appease others, which led to backlash, anxiety, and health issues. Being unexpectedly fired became the catalyst to reinvent, realign, and live at full brightness for Heather. She developed a renewed faith and experienced God’s favor as new doors opened—from spe
Hala Taha: Turning Rejection into a Media Empire | E2
Hala Taha went from being excluded and underestimated to building one of the fastest-growing media companies in the world. From facing racism in high school after 9/11, to being unfairly fired from Hot 97, to losing her father during the pandemic, every setback became fuel for her comeback. Instead of letting rejection define her, she transformed it into resilience, launching the Young and Profiti
Russell Brunson: Why Success Without Service Feels Empty | E1
Russell Brunson built ClickFunnels into a global movement, became a New York Times bestselling author, and earned the title of one of the most influential marketers alive. But none of that gave him the fulfillment he expected. From growing up as a wrestler, learning to love competition, and facing ego-crushing failures, Russell discovered that true joy comes not from his own wins, but from helping
Welcome to Miracle Mentality with Tim Storey
Welcome to Miracle Mentality with Tim Storey, the podcast for those created for success. Hosted by Tim Storey, acclaimed life strategist, author, and the Original Comeback Coach, this show is your invitation to rise above the ordinary and step into the extraordinary.
Each episode blends practical wisdom with spiritual insight, featuring inspiring conversations and powerful tools to help you turn
