Lisa Kohn, Andrea Gibson, and Choosing Joy after Surviving a Cult

Hello Moxie

Host: Nicole Donnelly
Guest: Lisa Kohn – Keynote speaker, Award-winning author, Leadership Consultant, Executive Coach…and Cult Survivor

In this unforgettable episode of Hello Moxie, Nicole Donnelly sits down with Lisa Kohn, a cult survivor, leadership coach, and radiant force of nature to explore how we reclaim our voice after trauma and build a life rooted in love.

Lisa’s story is staggering raised between a religious cult and a home filled with addiction, she opens up about the long road to healing, the complexity of love and forgiveness, and what it really means to speak up and shine. This conversation is honest, raw, and ultimately hopeful.

🔥Together, Nicole and Lisa explore:

• How Lisa escaped the Unification Church (aka "the Moonies") and rewired a lifetime of coercive beliefs
• The pivotal role of body-based healing in overcoming trauma
• Why loving we first, most, and always is the most revolutionary act
• How motherhood, boundaries, and storytelling helped Lisa find her own legacy

Lisa is a powerful example of what it looks like to live the Moxie Method in full bloom: from Stillness to Shine.

🌟Key Takeaways:

• Healing begins with stillness and self-awareness—especially for trauma survivors
• Cults and coercive systems aren't always religious—they show up in families, workplaces, and societal norms
• Radical self-love isn’t indulgent; it’s essential for generational change
• Legacy isn't just what we leave behind—it's what we live now

Connect with Lisa Kohn:

• Website: www.lisakohn.com
• Instagram/Facebook: @lisakohnwrites
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisakohnccg/
• Twitter(X): https://x.com/LisaKohnWrites

Lisa is currently booking her keynote, “First, Most, Always: The Radical Path to Loving Yourself and Leading with Purpose”—a transformative experience for leaders, survivors, and anyone ready to step into the light.

Mentioned in the Episode:

• Lisa’s memoir: To the Moon and Back
• The Moxie Method: Read more

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