Cory Suggs grew up in a tiny Oklahoma town where life looked perfect—until it wasn’t. After his parents’ divorce at sixteen, he spiraled into a decade of reckless living, validation-seeking, and self-destruction. At twenty-five, multiple unexplained strokes left him unable to walk, battling depression, and convinced his life was over.
A year later, Cory went into the woods to end his life. What happened next changed everything.
In a single blink, he saw two versions of his future—one dark and empty, one bright and full of life—and chose to live. That moment sparked a lifelong practice of gratitude that became his anchor for healing.
In this powerful conversation, Cory shares:
The hidden cost of seeking approval through recklessness and addiction
What it’s like to lose your body, your identity, and your will to live—and rebuild from zero
The vision that stopped his suicide attempt and started his recovery
How daily gratitude, faith, and movement transformed his mind and body
Losing his mother to suicide and finding peace through forgiveness and purpose
The role of personal development, proximity, and mentors like Tony Robbins in reshaping his life
What true masculinity and emotional strength look like for men today
Cory’s story is raw, redemptive, and deeply human—a reminder that life doesn’t happen to us, it happens for us.
If you or someone you love is struggling, this episode is a lifeline of hope and practical wisdom.
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Trigger warning: This episode discusses suicide and depression. If you’re in crisis, call or text 988 in the U.S. for support.
