218: Brave New You with Cory Allen

 
 
 
 

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218: Brave New You with Cory Allen

Episode 218: Show Notes

In this episode of The Light Watkins Show, host Light Watkins sits down with author, podcast host, and meditation expert Cory Allen for an inspiring and insightful conversation. Cory, a daily meditator for over 25 years, shares his journey from a chaotic family environment to becoming a renowned digital creator, author, and podcast host. With a following that reaches over a million people weekly on Instagram, Cory’s content on mental clarity and motivation has resonated deeply with his audience.

Light and Cory dive deep into the secrets behind Cory’s viral Instagram posts, offering valuable tips for creators looking to grow their online presence. Cory breaks down his analytical approach to content creation, providing a unique perspective on how to gauge and optimize the impact of social media posts. This episode is a treasure trove of practical advice for aspiring influencers and anyone interested in the digital space.

Listeners will also get an intimate look into Cory’s personal story, including how his unstable childhood led him to self-discovery and daily meditation. Cory’s candid sharing of his life’s challenges and triumphs offers a relatable and motivational narrative that underscores the importance of perseverance and inner growth.

Additionally, the episode explores Cory’s innovative approach to music production and his early days of growing his Instagram page. Light’s thoughtful questions guide the conversation, making it easy for listeners to connect with Cory’s experiences and insights.

Tune in and discover how Cory Allen has turned his life’s obstacles into opportunities, and learn practical strategies for finding your path and purpose. Whether you’re a creator, a meditator, or someone seeking inspiration, this episode promises to leave you with actionable takeaways and a renewed sense of possibility. Don’t miss this engaging and uplifting conversation.

 

Key Points From This Episode:

  • Introduction to Cory Allen: Discover how Cory Allen, a daily meditator for over 25 years, has impacted millions with his motivational content on Instagram.

  • Finding Your Path and Purpose: Light Watkins and Cory discuss the importance of finding and following your life’s purpose.

  • Overcoming Childhood Challenges: Learn about Cory’s unstable family environment and his journey to self-discovery.

  • Secrets to Viral Instagram Posts: Cory reveals his analytical approach to creating viral content.

  • The Power of Daily Meditation: Understand the profound impact of daily meditation on Cory’s life.

  • Creating a Digital Presence: Cory breaks down his process for growing a massive Instagram following.

  • Insights from Cory’s New Book: Get a sneak peek into Cory’s latest book, Brave New You.

  • Music Production and Mindfulness: Explore how Cory’s approach to music production intertwines with mindfulness.

  • Analyzing Content Success: Discover Cory’s methods for analyzing and optimizing social media content.

  • The Role of Vulnerability in Creativity: Cory discusses the importance of vulnerability in creative work.

  • Navigating Emotional Manipulation: Hear Cory’s experiences with emotional manipulation and how he overcame them.

  • Practical Strategies for Personal Growth: Light and Cory provide actionable takeaways for personal growth.

  • Balancing Personal and Professional Life: Learn how Cory balances his personal life with his career as an influencer and author.

 

Quotes:

"If you make the thing you put out there strong and undeniable enough, it doesn't really matter what other stuff is surrounding it, it'll just cut through time and find the people it needs to find." — @HeyCoryAllen

 

"Once you have a post, Instagram shows some of it to non-followers and some of it to your followers. And basically, it's like the stock market. It's testing the top and testing the bottom." — @HeyCoryAllen

 

"You have to show up and make yourself available for the creative inspiration to come through. Consistency is everything." — @HeyCoryAllen

 

"What sets music apart from every other art form is that it is the only art form that physically touches you." — @HeyCoryAllen

"Stop making assumptions about reality. I think that's probably the most powerful one, the most important one, because it's the fountainhead of most of our suffering." — @HeyCoryAllen