The Corie Weathers Podcast

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Finding Peace in Impossible Choices. Joe Byerly & Clint Boling Jun 01, 2026

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What do you do when two things you love pull you in opposite directions?

In this episode of Restored, Corie Weathers sits down with Joe Byerly, a retired Army lieutenant colonel and founder of From the Green Notebook, and Clint Boling, a former NFL player for the Cincinnati Bengals. Both men faced defining crossroads in their careers — moments where they could push for one more tour, one more play, one more shot at glory. But each realized the cost was too high.

Joe’s decision came after 20 years in uniform, leading through wars, deployments, and the heavy responsibility of command. Clint’s came in the form of a life-threatening blood clot that forced him to consider whether football was worth risking his future.

Their stories reveal a universal truth: the hardest battles are often inside us. Choosing between ambition and family, career and health, identity and transformation can feel impossible. Yet, as Joe and Clint show, choosing peace is not surrender. It’s courage. It’s the decision to align your values with your life and to finish one story well enough to begin another.

Join us for a conversation about conflict within ourselves, the cost of relentless striving, and the grit it takes to pivot toward what matters most.

If you have a story of your own about reconciliation, transition, or choosing peace, record a short voice memo and send it to corie@corieweathers.com or find all links here: https://linktr.ee/corieweathers

It's Not As Good (or Bad) As You Think Feb 01, 2025

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In this episode, Corie discusses how relationships—and even life—are rarely black and white. You’ll hear how our tendency to lean into extremes, whether viewing things as catastrophic or overly ideal, can hinder healthy growth. With practical advice on shame spirals, conflict resolution, and embracing emotional humility, this episode will help you stay grounded in truth without dismissing the struggles or victories you’re facing.

Corie also opens up about her own experiences, including early marital challenges with Matt and how learning to externalize struggles rather than internalize shame became a game-changer.

Whether you’re struggling with personal self-worth or navigating conflict with your partner, this episode offers real, actionable insights for bringing balance to your emotional and relational life.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Why black-and-white thinking can sabotage your relationships
How to recognize the difference between guilt (healthy) and shame (destructive)
Practical steps for pulling yourself out of a shame spiral
How to acknowledge both progress and problems in your relationship
The role of humility and why it’s essential for growth
How our past experiences shape emotional reactions to conflict

All links: https://linktr.ee/corieweathers Work with Corie: www.corieweathers.com 1-on-1 Coaching/Counseling: https://lifegiver.as.me/CorieWeathers Join me on Substack: http://SUBSTACK.COM/@CORIELPC Record Your Question/Message! https://www.speakpipe.com/CorieWeathers Music: nature / nurture by Kaitlyn Raitz

S7 E10 Shot in the Line of Duty, Trauma & Marriage Jul 25, 2022

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In 2017 Ken Grubbs was shot on duty responding to a call at an apartment complex. In this episode, Sarah sits down with Ken and Wende Grubbs as they share their journey of walking through a situation many hope to never face. Listen in and be encouraged by the perspective they found along the way and how one of the most difficult incidents in their life would also end up being the catalyst for deeper communication and intimacy in their marriage.

Emotional Survival For Law Enforcement by Kevin M Gilmart PHD

For more info about Bless the Badge: https://blessthebadge.net/

For more content and resources visit www.life-giver.org

We want to hear from you! It helps us serve you better! Send us an email at corie@corieweathers.com

Want to work with Corie? Check out https://www.corieweathers.com/ for more info.

Song Credits: “By Your Side” written by Justin Prin

S7 E4 Rebuilding After Spouse Suicide with Jennifer, Pt 2 May 02, 2022

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Previous Podcast Episodes mentioned:

3-61Roundtable

Addiction and Marriage Part 1

Addiction and Marriage Part 2

We are taking a break from social media, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find us!

For more content and resources visit www.life-giver.org

In this two part episode, Corie sits down with good friend and fellow 3-61 wife, Jennifer, as she shares her journey of reconnecting and rebuilding herself after trauma. Listen in as she shares how she learned to set boundaries and take difficult steps towards healing as she navigated the waters of alcoholism and addiction in her marriage that ultimately led to the suicide of her husband. Though her story is heavy, her life exemplifies that things can get better and that there is hope on the other side of trauma.

Previous Podcast Episodes mentioned:

3-61Roundtable

Addiction and Marriage Part 1

Addiction and Marriage Part 2

We are taking a break from social media, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find us!

For more content and resources visit www.life-giver.org

We want to hear from you! It helps us serve you better! Send us an email at corie@corieweathers.com

Want to work with Corie? Check out https://www.corieweathers.com/ for more info.

Song Credits: “By Your Side” written by Justin Prin

S7 E2 Make Time for You Without Feeling Selfish Apr 18, 2022

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What’s the difference between selfishness and self awareness? Corie and Sarah return to discuss and define how self awareness of what is happening in our mind, body and spirit are key components to our mental health, physical health and the influence we have in our relationships. Join the conversation as they pull apart each of these components and dive in to what it looks like to be self aware.

Need help sorting out the tangled web of thoughts, feelings, emotions and needs? Start here with our FREE 5 Minute Check In OR Check out our 5 Minute Check In tools to help you and your family be more intentional in your communication.

Lost for words? Consider using a feelings wheel to help maximize your 5 Minute Check In.

Don’t forget! Song Credits: “By Your Side” by Justin Prin

We are taking a break from social media, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find us!

For more content and resources visit www.life-giver.org

We want to hear from you! It helps us serve you better! Send us an email at corie@corieweathers.com

Want to work with Corie? Check out https://www.corieweathers.com/ for more info.

S6 E26: Finale Breathing Life Back into YOU. Dec 04, 2021

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What a year. Didn't we say that about 2020? Here we are ending 2021 and some of us are still feeling like we are crawling along. After a year of deployment, reintegration, some tough circumstances, and the world opening back up, I really had to take a look at whether I had enough "life" in me to truly breathe life into others. The more I traveled, the more I realized so many other service families were feeling the same. In fact, very few could tell me what "self-care" actually looked like for them (if they had time to do it).

So... for this finale, I cover what you said in the end-of-year survey (you can still take it here). There are some very interesting things going on for serving spouses vs supporting spouses. There are also hints at how the last two years have impact you and our service culture. I also share how I turned my life around and learned to implement some key self-care strategies in my life. Don't know where to start?? I'll walk you through how to find activities that breathe life into you and then how to fit it into your daily life in a way that will make sure it happens.

Looking for a clinician that understands your lifestyle! Search the Lifegiver Directory: www.lifegiverdirectory.com

Check out www.life-giver.org for more content, resources, digital resources, the Lifegiver Directory, and more!

Increase your communication and intimacy in less than 5 minutes with my Lifegiver "5 Minute Check-In"

S5 Ep16 Parenting Series: Even the Bravest Kids Need a Knight Sep 14, 2020

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Sleep issues and separation anxiety are a real thing for so many parents. With today's anxiety and fear during COVID and back to school criteria, children's fears can manifest at night leaving you frustrated, exhausted and hopeless. Without a good night's sleep, you and your children will struggle to function. In this episode, I talk with Colleen, a dedicated spouse of a veteran and mom of three boys with a master’s degree in psychology. After years of sleep deprivation and exhaustion with her own son, Colleen was inspired to write her first book about a magical knight- a bear that was determined to protect children from their fears. She wanted to help other moms and young children which led to the creation of Sir William the Brave Knight.

Listen in as she shares her story, hope for yours and some ways you can find your own peace and courage to help your children whatever they might be facing.

If you would like to find out more or order your own Sir William the Brave Knight: https://magicalorderofbraveknights.com

If you are interested in strengths coaching, please make an appointment at www.corieweathers.com.

Find resources (including the Lifegiver Newsletter) for your service marriage at www.life-giver.org

Interested in joining the Lifegiver Facebook group to discuss this episode and more? Click here.

Interested in giving back? Donate a couple of dollars to the podcast at Patreon.

Music by Rudy Vaughn

S5 E13 Parenting Series: Back to school & COVID Aug 03, 2020

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Are you struggling with making a decision about whether your kids should go back to school with COVID numbers still climbing? This is possibly one of the most stressful decisions our culture of parents have ever had to make. If your kids have been in private or public school settings pre-COVID, how do you decide whether they go back when there are reports of children dying? In this Lifegiver LIVE, we talk about the questions I’m hearing in my sessions as well as questions you’ve submitted. We talk about

How to talk with your kids about this decision
Their opinions about COVID
How schools are shifting standards
How to calm your anxiety about this decision

If you are interested in strengths coaching, please make an appointment at www.corieweathers.com

Find resources (including the Lifegiver Newsletter) for your service marriage at www.life-giver.org

Interested in joining the Lifegiver Facebook group to discuss this episode and more? Click here.

Interested in giving back? Donate a couple of dollars to the podcast at Patreon.

Music by Rudy Vaughn

S5E11: Soul Recovery- Brian Flanery from ReBoot Jun 30, 2020

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I have been a long time fan of Reboot Recovery-

"REBOOT helps people overcome trauma through faith-based programs. Our courses, training and online community are open to anyone connected to military or first responders. If the same old therapy or medication has left you feeling hopeless, you've come to the right place. At REBOOT, we’re overcoming trauma together and can't wait for you to join us."

In this episode, Bryan Flanery a veteran who struggles with TBI, shares his story of trauma, faith, and how the genuine relationships of those behind Reboot changed his life. You will be changed by this episode. Contact Reboot for more on how you can get involved, find a small group and get the support you need as a military or first responder couple.

Hear more of Bryan's story here: https://neveralonemilitary.com/stories/view/bryan-flanery

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S5E7: Milkids, The Voluntold Force- with Becky Porter (MCEC) Apr 29, 2020

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When you are a parent, you will do anything for your child(ren). As a military family that moves a lot, a lot of thought and stress goes into making sure your child has everything they need to succeed. Especially when you volunteered for this lifestyle and they were born into it. In this episode, I invite Becky Porter, CEO of Military Child Education Coalition to share what they are doing to make all of this easier for military parents and educators.

If you are a first responder family, this episode is still for you! Listen in to the vast resources that MCEC is offering that everyone can benefit from.

Want to give back? Send a monthly cup of coffee to keep us going by being a supporter on our patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/lifegiver

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