Leap Academy Podcast · Episode 105 · May 15, 2025
Tim Storey: Turning Setbacks Into Comebacks and Achieving Unstoppable Success
"Tim Storey grew up facing financial struggles, family instability, and a devastating loss at a young age."
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Leap PodcastTim Storey: Turning Setbacks Into Comebacks and Achieving Unstoppable Success
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Tim Storey grew up facing financial struggles, family instability, and a devastating loss at a young age. When his father tragically passed away in a car accident, it could have broken him. Instead, Tim leaned on his family for support and drew strength from his faith and community. This resilience led him to become a life coach, eventually earning the title of "comeback coach" for stars like Robert Downey Jr., Charlie Sheen, and Grant Cardone. In this episode, Tim joins Ilana to share the pivotal moments that shaped his life, the power of maintaining a "miracle mentality," and the role of resilience, discipline, and consistency in achieving success.
Tim Storey is a life coach, motivational speaker, and bestselling author, known as the "Original Comeback Coach." With over three decades of experience, he has helped individuals, including high-profile clients, turn setbacks into comebacks.
In this episode, Ilana and Tim will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
(02:00) Growing Up in a Challenging Childhood
(03:56) Coping with Tragedy and Finding Strength
(07:54) How Mentors and Teachers Shaped His Life
(13:34) Building His Own Path to Success
(18:46) The Mindset to Overcome Life’s Challenges
(20:39) Understanding the Miracle Mentality
(22:29) Thriving in the Age of Digital Overload
(25:48) Pushing Through Pain to Achieve Success
(31:29) How to Create Opportunities and Get Results
(34:07) The Power of Living in the Moment
Tim Storey is a life coach, motivational speaker, and bestselling author, known as the "Original Comeback Coach." With over three decades of experience, he has helped individuals, including high-profile clients, turn setbacks into comebacks. Tim is the author of several bestselling books, including The Miracle Mentality, and has spoken in 78 countries, reaching millions through his books, keynotes, and media appearances.
Connect with Tim:
Tim’s Website: timstorey.com
Tim’s Instagram: instagram.com/timstoreyofficial
Resources Mentioned:
Tim’s Book, The Miracle Mentality: Tap into the Source of Magical Transformation in Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Miracle-Mentality-Source-Magical-Transformation/dp/0785236724
The Agony and the Ecstasy: A Biographical Novel of Michelangelo by Irvin Stone: https://www.amazon.com/Agony-Ecstasy-Biographical-Novel-Michelangelo/dp/0451171357
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