In this honest and down-to-earth episode of The Powerful Project, Coach Corey “Chaos” shares his story of moving from New Zealand to Perth, and what it really looked like to start over.

From a tough breakup to navigating self-doubt, Corey opens up about rebuilding his life, finding community, and growing into the coach and person he is today.

Now based at Good Vibes Boxing, Corey talks about the deeper side of coaching: connection, communication, and helping people feel seen. He also shares personal reflections on identity, masculinity, mental health, and learning to “pick yourself” even when things feel uncertain.

🔹 Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro & a few tech hiccups
00:11 – Meet Coach Chaos
00:30 – Growing up in New Zealand
01:12 – Finding purpose in coaching
02:41 – Why he moved to Perth
07:35 – What it was like starting fresh
11:15 – Letting go and learning who you are
15:55 – Leaning into chaos and growth
23:10 – Alone but not lonely: solitude & self-awareness
30:04 – Connection as energy
30:56 – The challenge of training women with care
32:42 – How trust and empathy make better coaching
35:32 – Helping female clients feel empowered
44:38 – Getting better at communication
55:18 – Looking back on the journey
59:35 – Final thoughts and how to reach Corey

This episode is about real-life growth, not overnight transformations, but the kind that comes from showing up, being honest, and taking small steps forward. If you're figuring things out, this conversation will feel familiar in the best way.