A POWERFUL Story of Overcoming Addiction, PTSD, & Bi-Polar Disorder | Cory Richards x Rich Roll

[@richroll]

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[@katrinasomers687]

LOVED THIS ONE PROFOUNDLY !!!!!!!😍

[@Thadank1s]

I'm coming up on 6 months sober, liberated from my affliction, and I just recently picked up a camera as a hobby. This episode was inspiring. Another classic episode rich!

[@katelynfisher2050]

Congratulations on your sobriety! One of the greatest commitments you’ll make is the one to yourself! Wishing you years of abundance growth and love! One day at a time!

[@Kellysher]

Congratulations! Photography is also my passion. No matter what genre you pursue you will learn so many things about being present in those moments. Sending you good vibes and peace in your journey!

[@lorij9649]

Rich, you are having to take on a role here like a listener like one of a psychologist, a psychiatrist, a friend, a confidant....many would be completely Rattled by what Cory says in this podcast. But you remain Steadfast, as the professional listener that you are. So that millions can get a glimpse into Cory's complicated Life. Well done Mr. Roll. So much respect.

[@L0ND0NMAN]

Yes, that is a good point. Though, on the occasions there are some projections that are having to do with himself (Rich) rather than the person being interviewed..

[@FLESHXFUR]

I'm a bipolar addict, 21 days sober and I pray that I Find this man's clarity because at the moment everything feels so dark

[@wam6465]

I pray that you find your way… I have 6 years clean and sober … we do recover!!

[@yvonnelebens1324]

I have 16 yearsm keep on working the program!

[@ZOOLOGIC79]

I hope you are on day 23… I admire you and hope to be 21 days sober one day

[@jennybresler4308]

❤

[@carloslope159]

May you find peace and health ❤

[@janetlambe5521]

What an insightful, powerful conversation. As a bipolar addict so much of this resonates with me...thank you for creating a safe space where people can express themselves with honesty and vulnerability. ❤

[@tallievetas1952]

I love how quickly Corey defended the Rat Park Study. Although Rich dismissed it, noting that it is an oversimplification of solving our mental health crisis, one must never underestimate the power of connection. Connection is key.

[@vincentkeller4725]

Ain't nobody connecting anything! We are selfish animals to busy on our phones!😢

[@ConnieMcDermot]

What a wonderful interview. Cory has a tremendous amount of self awareness. There was a moment when I thought Rich was talking too much during the discussion about the hungry ghost inside ot Cory, but somehow it all worked and rolled along nicely. There is a fine line to walk while trying to hear what someone is saying about their life. I really loved hearing what Cory had to say.

[@Kaws_One]

What a fantastically honest interview. You are both being vulnerable, honest and open. This interview is an intellectual power station for me. Thank you.

[@debramak5]

I was diagnosed Bipolar 1 at age 55. I was a single mom of three children. Two of them died in adult life of illness while I wrote my memoir, "INVISIBLE LIMP." I also have PTSD and have been hospitalized twice for my mental illness. At age 72, this raw truth from Cory is a breath of fresh air. There are no two stories of mental illness that are alike. It's the fact we share a brain that makes us feel crazy, act crazy, and go from the cage into a full manic state where we are screaming and running as fast and as loud as we can until the next crash. I am so thankful for the truth of this story. I wish I could get Rich to read my memoir. I believe my story also matters even though I have no name. The healing is making the beast in us beautiful and I have achieved that. THANK YOU for this powerful, raw, honest account of a mental illness that no one wants to talk about.

[@annettebicer7555]

Mail him your memoir.😊

[@swampfern5275]

Hi Rich! I'm an avid listener of your podcast. I am really hoping that someday you'll feature an educator/expert on your show to cover how the Education system in particular and younger generations are being shaped by technology and social media. I think it would be amazing for both parents and teachers to listen in on a deep dive about how our collective reward circuitries, student's learning abilities and educator experiences have been so heavily impacted by technology and the societal implications and changes it's created. Thank you!

[@HappyCat1111]

This is my favourite episode so far. Maybe it’s my own ptsd, but I can’t be bothered with fluffy small talk bullshit. Cory is so real and drops right into the depths of what it is to be human. He’s so brilliant and raw, and loaded with intellectual depth. Great convo! Thank you for this. I just ordered his book.

[@lortanic]

This was such a wonderful conversation between the two of you. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@manymindfulmoments8167]

So glad to have this chance to hear Cory - your truthfulness and presence are very comforting. and always so grateful to hear the thread in conversations again and again- how our suffering and pain serve as catalysts of awakening, that deep abiding compassion is key and that gratitude is the best medicine. Contemplation of the body is a great place to grow gratitude. My life may be terrible and tragic and yet how is it possible that I can hear a birdsong, what would it be like to not be able to? We can train ourselves to find something to be grateful for in just about every moment 🕊️

[@alanabrown2323]

I’m so excited to watch this but I’m waiting until I finish the book. It’s amazing so far.

[@littlebird4515]

At the 1:32:30 mark, when the discussion turns to the vehicle for growth becoming the trap, it reminds me of how Ram Dass often talked about the "method" becoming the trap and how easily it can be to slip into ideas such as "I am a meditator" and the method of meditation becoming the rut in which one becomes stuck. It's just the constant letting go of our notions of Self that seems to ultimately result in the truest freedom. And if we can learn to do this for ourselves, we can also learn to let go of our notions of others - even when they may not be able to do it for themselves - and find our way to true connection and love for one another.

[@KaiaAndreaEssexPedersen]

Huberman’s podcast this week. Explains the neurology of neglect. Yes your brain is different. Unconditional love and skills for human interaction

[@kreipesimona2322]

Would you kindly tell us the exact name of the topic/podcast?

[@sophiagilbert210]

Cory Richards is phenomenal. The God self, the human self awareness and Cory's choosing the words to express concepts that must be felt- those which the mystics, masters and awakened humans know. It is evident he has seen the face of hell and come through the hero's journey to know Truth, - he is the IAM- no words can express adequately the Truth. I AM Deeply touched to "feel" Cory's humanity and Divineness. His words about gratitude were extraordinary. I am a woman and rarely have I heard a man speak with such depth, understanding and heart. I observe that Rich is struggling as most of us are with idea/Truth heartfelt gratitude. Rich is willing to acknowledge his process of being on the path yet now yet -knowing the IAM/Gratitude. I appreciate Rich's courage- to have amazing people on his podcast. Thank you Rich.xx

[@crisljungmann7986]

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[@crisljungmann7986]

Cory, I've read your book (most definitely one of the best this year!), I've followed you because you're one of my favourite photographers.. and adventurers etc. So I was looking forward to this interview because there's always something else to learn and relate to. The phrase of "it's difficult to feel compassion to who we feel are above us" it's ridiculously true and profound. For those who have not read his book, do. Eye opener.

[@simonverrill]

Loved this episode Rich. I was not familiar with Cory but this interview hit hard! Thank you

[@chooselifebydimitraalexand3492]

I feel really proud for both of you, you've gone so ''deep'' ! INSTICT is the most powerful and helpful tool in life (it has always been!!!), not the thoughts/ mind! Thoughts/ mind have to, always, be in control with endless tools dancing/music/ connecting/ working/ adaptogens/ nutrition etc! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@scout3444]

Once again, an incredibly meaningful conversation. And it couldn't have happened anywhere else but here 🌼

[@KaiaAndreaEssexPedersen]

Connection is the answer to childhood trauma. 90% of the time that’s what it is.

[@michellegill2359]

Incredible interview. I really think there’s a part of it that anyone and everyone can relate to. I think we all just want to be seen and understood…all the good, the bad and the ugly parts of us.

[@acali3312]

I'm a degreed ultra runner author blah blah blah and none of it matters without feeling connection… belonging… Its so painful and so important to hear this story and it speaks to all of us. Thank you

[@utahredrock1]

I met, and hung out with Cory once. He was a good guy. This is a riveting conversation. We all have interesting paths. As someone with bipolar it was refreshing to hear Cory stand up for meds. They have made my life so much more livable and so, so much better. (Same med as him.) Huberman did a podcast on bipolar a while back and he too said, if you're bipolar, you damned well better be on your meds. All cases are different, but per Huberman, most all cases need meds, it's not something to muscle through. I've tried most every alternative therapy possible--including psychedelics--some therapies help, but not like the right good old pharmaceuticals.

[@lauraberry969]

Such interesting and inspiring story. I love the raw honesty and insight. Also, very relatable when talking about his decision not to climb mountains anymore, the hypomania/ spiritual experience. Thank you so much.❤❤

[@lisamoncrief8351]

I’m so grateful I came across this on instagram so that I could listen to it. So honest insightful and inspiring. A conversation I want to come back to over and over again. 🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼

[@KaiaAndreaEssexPedersen]

Thank you so much for your story. I’ve been afraid to tell mine until my powerful father can’t touch me.

[@westkootenaywild7678]

this might be one of my top three Rich Roll podcasts. Excellent content, and so painfully relatable. Thank you so much for this one.

[@Iam...---]

The true story is...I Am. Thank you God for another Sober day! 🤗💕🥰

[@janetfedeles3964]

I don't understand the concept of "no victimhood" in these very traumatic lives. It sure seems to me that not getting what we need as children, having a brother beat this guy up physically puts him in a place of being a victim. Why wasn't the brother stopped? I get it that doing drugs is a choice. But some experiences it seems we have no control over does make someone a victim, especially if they occur during childhood years. This young man's story is remarkable. I understand the need he had to say, "I am done with all this."

[@jarnold1789]

He isn’t in one of the accepted victim classes of society as a white male. That’s my take on it at least

[@rizzomatt]

I was sooooooo excited to see this and it lived up to my expectations. I read Cory's book a few months ago. Best book I've read all year and maybe one of my favorite all time.

[@Mariel_M721]

Adding to this, our society caters for the weak, ask the strong to compromise, they make the stong weaker, and here is anothr never ending cycle.

[@yapyeah9038]

Mental illness doesn't see money, gender ,race etc. Once you are in a psych ward ,it becomes very real,very fast. But the access that you have to get help for your mental illness has a lot to do with all those things.

[@karalough4402]

7 pages of note taking. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@KaiaAndreaEssexPedersen]

Have to know where you came from. Knowing I was molested changed the story in my head. The same started to fade. Took away my father’s narrative that I am crazy. I’m just interested in the truth. Makes me scary to him

[@TheUnInvisibleWoman-v9i]

This is a beautiful and really insightful interview. The honesty is absolutely riveting and opened my eyes to a lot of my own behaviours : ´I’m a former alcoholic and I cured myself. Look how special I am…’. That smacked me in the face. Thank you.🙏

[@lynettehutchinson2517]

Beautiful story! Thank you and blessings to you both.

[@alexbrown1170]

Cory is now ‘just so’. The gratitude that he expresses is earned. Maybe the tech bro Rich will take a gratitude sabbatical and let Cory sit where he does- while Rich tries to really wrap his head around what true gratitude comes from- a place of ineffable peace, where closure means it’s time to get rid of his need to advertise and shill, even as I, who pays for no adds has to fuck around skipping and interrupting a story that has real meaning for me and all men. Rich- time to leave the mountain!😮

[@BATgirl57]

Looking forward to reading his book!

[@victorkorotky8561]

Ditto!❤

[@motabor4462]

Incredible video, truly. Cory and Rich provide a full journey of being human. Foibles and all. Regarding triggers -- "our edges tell us what our needs are". Also, awe (the probability in real life terms) is where the magic is!

[@AGenerationJones]

Very raw and real! Thanks!

[@BATgirl57]

Cory’s words at 2:12 say it ALL to me!🙏🎉💖

[@patrickflood8285]

On the connection piece, I don’t think it’s the opposite of addiction. I think that it helps with the loneliness of shame and the support for accountability. And to Rich’s point somewhere to shine the light on shame and how it festers in a space where you won’t feel judged.

[@Dobermanmomma]

Hey healer spreading love I see you. ❤️

[@juliemidgley5287]

Absolutely brilliant...in every way possible. Thank you both for this incredible and life changing share. 💕

[@coreysmith1955]

Thank you for sharing this.

[@hollymullen5937]

Amazing interview and amazing book!!!!

[@AlwaysServing]

Super cool interview - Looking forward to reading the book.

[@ghostpos]

Awesome episode thank you!

[@joanolmstead1219]

what i have observed, is people with money have it" harder", (to face themselves) because money can hide the "real deal". their are exceptions. spiritual is free.

[@AvsFan32]

There are two sides to this coin

[@carolgerber6375]

Awesome podcast. I will get his book. Thank you!

[@pinchofsalt1]

Ans what if you cannot find gratitude for having a body? For having life? What if from your earliest memory (6? 7?) you wished you hadn't been born? And not in a clinical depression way but in a strong, enduring, constant emotional companion that rationality and logic cannot shift?

[@deancooling3480]

I would suggest that if one is in this situation, and one is determined to break free, there are numerous avenues to take which will help the process of shift that is being sought. We can change. Specifically though, even if one is in the grip of such an enduring crushing "emotional companion", help can be found by looking into the teachings of great people who have gained the wisdom to be able to assure us that within each of us lives a spark of the same Divine Source from which we all came. Given the right way of living (which includes proper diet, exercise/activity, nature contact, relationships, etc), and right thinking, this enduring emotional companion can be dissipated - and the real self of peace and happiness, and wisdom, can slowly be realised. It won't happen overnight, but it can come about through perseverance - and the change will grow and be welcome. We have to start where we are, step by step. Having a companion, or people, who support us in our endeavours will strengthen our resolve and make the journey a better one, and lighten the burden. Mud can cover a gold vessel, but the mud can be removed - we're all in the process of scraping off the mud. Wishing you all the best...

[@deancooling3480]

There is a way through these feelings. We can change. Inside every human being is a place of peace. That is the truth. By learning to live well, we can discover the gold inside that may be currently covered with mud. It's the task of every person to make forward progress in this endeavour. By self improvement through proper diet (whole grain, whole food plant-based), right activity or exercise, contact with the healing power of nature (sunshine, fresh air, trees, ocean, etc), understanding friends, possibly a counsellor (or spiritual teacher), creative pursuits, finding purpose or meaning, and more, the mud can be scraped off. Change takes some time, and effort - you are not alone. Take small steps and improvement will come. We are all on a journey back home to our true self - which is part of Spirit. And when we get there we'll be overjoyed I'm told. Wishing you well...

[@colincolinopolis3211]

Great episode and well done, Cory on the mental clarity you have achieved. What Cory said about white privilege; I have heard the 'privilege' part being replaced by,'structural advantage'. The reason being that the word, privilege, is so closely aligned with wealth. There are lots of white people who really struggle economically but because of the racism embedded in all manner of our social, legal, economic, political, health and welfare systems, white people always start with some advantage. That's what I understood Cory to be referring too.

[@elizaflawless7393]

Great interview

[@alexismcdonell2192]

Book: ordered.

[@fehn-forestschoolchile2882]

Thank you, thank you both for so much honesty, for sharing your journey, my god! No quedarse pegado en ser víctima,

[@JohnFireThunder]

Been waiting awhile for these two to get together. Great conversation on healing trauma.

[@kimklenk4785]

Word and Truth❤

[@ShaneHarveyMusic]

He is clearly an indigo child. 🌱

[@cathycuizon571]

wow. just WOW! 🤯

[@KaiaAndreaEssexPedersen]

Yes. Gabor matte has the answer. Yes. It’s true. The genetic is your families way of being. Conscious parenting is the answer

[@jamdec123]

wow how do these guys even get up in the morning, I've only beaten life threatening cancer 5 times,

[@moraruic89]

I watched his short film "Cold", about his expedition on Gasherbrum II together with Denis and Simone, like 50 times, Thanks for bringing him in.

[@kathiegraf2617]

I stood next to you as photographer

[@End_Illegal_Apartheid_israhell]

what a journey

[@TheVonnieVonVonShow]

Validation

[@KaiaAndreaEssexPedersen]

Emotional triggers. Alll childhood based. Huberman lab explains

[@LaraOlsonUSA]

My lesson from this episode: we don't all fit in the same box.

[@kathiegraf2617]

Rich did you take pictures art the WCWS

[@upendasana7857]

I don't think our culture is rewarding victimhood at all,I think its just about people becoming more openly vulnerable and admitting our weaknesses not pretending we are always strong,successful etc.I don't think people are asking the world to accomodate them for their trauma,I mean the prison system,people on the streets and in all sorts of terrrible circumstances because their traumas were not in anyway recognised or "accomodated for"and are in fact ignored and dismissed entirely. No one is asking that becuase of their trauma that they do not have to be responsible for healing or getting their life together but many are totally unconscious of their traumas"and totally don't realise how much they are being run or they are running their life and causing destrcution either to self or others. I really think this was overdone between the two of you,there are many walking around totally oblivious to their trauma and acknowledging "trauma"or at least our wounds is not a license to behave badly or garner sympathy,it does not absolve us of responsibilty at all but if anything when we fully acknowledge them it equips us to take responsibility and make better choices. Trauma is never an excuse to become a victim but acknowledging it is a step to empowerment and change because as long as its repressed or unconscious it will do damage and stop us from fulflling potential and doing constructive things in the world. I mean look at Elon Musk and Donlad Trump to see how unacknowledged trauma and invulnerability and "strong men syndrome"can make you act. It seems Rich is still very much in his head and maybe struggling with his own issues in this podcast,felt like both of you to some extent wrestling with your own external needs for validation,relative privileges and maybe Rich still has not yet expereinced this "Oneness"that he talks about so much but yet is still an intellectual concept rather than a felt one.

[@nikitaw1982]

Dei and feminism. Quota spots based on skin colour and genitals. Indians get rights to open casinos. Victim status gets u free stuff.

[@debrabutler7452]

Your last paragraph says it all, and I question whether this podcast is an ongoing debate between the validity of AA and NA. God bless those who find their way however they see it, but after this podcast, I'm out. Other great podcasts are not so self-serving, hearing themselves talk and pushing their thoughts so that they matter.

[@trishok100]

Beautiful THANK YOU for BEING 🌈💢☀️💥💫🍒💜🌟🔥💝👏🏻

[@Panoskostouros]

Wow

[@VedicOutlook]

corey and rich criticize rehab environments but they save literally millions of lives by providing safety and structure to help people get their feet on the ground. not saying they are perfect and some are better than others but I would not be so quick to write them off as inherently dysfunctional

[@dianecooper2]

They were questioning why they are so unnecessarily awful in so many ways - cold, sterile, ugly,

[@KaiaAndreaEssexPedersen]

I’m guessing the real story is childhood trauma. At least it was for me. No bipolar.

[@neilleolson8487]

What is the name of Cory’s book?

[@voyariff]

the colour of everything

[@user-lp7xp8vt4h]

SHEESH CAN THE HOST NOT LET THE GUEST TELL HIS STORY IN HIS OWN DANG WORDS..I MEAN THE 1ST CPL TIMES I GET IT U KINDA WANT THE GUEST 2FEEL NOT ONLY HEARD BUT UNDERSTOOD..BUT AT THE LEVEL THE HOST IS JUST DOING RUN ON SENTENCES/RAMBLING ON & ON & F'KIN ON.. SH!T, DANG, IM LITERALLY ON THE VERGE OF FINDING SOME OTHER PODCAST/INTERVIEW W/THIS AWESOME GUEST CORY..CUZ I STILL WANNA HEAR HIS STORY DESPITE RICH'S OVERZEALOUSNESS..

[@Simone79126]

Bad day?! 😂

[@debrabutler7452]

That's a big yep.

[@pon1952leod]

I’m listening to the Rich Roll podcast to hear Rich Roll…maybe you don’t understand what a podcast is🤷‍♀️

[@ronnie-lynn]

@@pon1952leodyes!! So well said!

[@shannonstotts1846]

I loved this episode. But I find any support of a comment that men need to outearn women to be maddening. Perpetuating these statements is an effort to make financially successful women seem unfeminine and or unattractive. A subversive message that women shouldn't try to achieve what they are capable of. It also perpetuates a need for other men to promote and pay other men more, to put men in a position to attract a wife and build a family. We've got to stop saying things like this.

[@paulamoors]

Not belonging

[@melissazwieg2988]

💫💫💫💫💫💫💫💫♥️

[@yvonnehigginson3154]

This guy is a ringer for Prince Harry.....acting career ahead?

[@SageOfEchoes]

People who climb at altitude underestimate the calorie deficit they accrue. It leads to emotional instability. It’s a self preservation mechanism.

[@melissazwieg2988]

🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@paulamoors]

I’m waiting to die

[@Keepitcurious1685]

I understand feeling that way. Remember you won't always feel that way. You belong here. ❤ Are you able to go out to nature? Even if it is just looking out the windows at a beautiful plant, tree, bird. You are part of here.

[@BATgirl57]

How do we really know death will be better? What if this physical life is the ultimate experience? Five(6?) senses to enjoy, the vast expanse of human drama, free will to explore our heart’s desires, etc Can you find joy in anything while you’re here? It may not change your perspective, Paula, but please know you are loved!🩷

[@TR3V4130]

Hard to have sympathy for a cheater - sorry bro. Nice photography though…🤷🏽‍♂️

[@Keepitcurious1685]

This guest did an ad campaign for a $40,000 watch. Seriously, why are so many guests so incredibly priveleged and wealthy? No wonder the democrats lost. This is the kind of person we are supposed to aspire to be?

[@Anonymous-nu1xf]

Stopped listening when he started on the white privileged bit..

[@ailigimmo9668]

Can You elaborate?

[@observer5864]

It was slightly uncomfortable, past that, it is still worth it. Said an African, from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@nataliamoritzyogawellness]

Thank you! That was such a wonderful conversation.🤍