Tom Arnold
Actor | Producer | Writer
“I fell in love with the after-bedtime-Leigh Koechner. Late Night Leigh. Her 5 kids were all taken care of, as well as her husband—my pal—the hilarious Dave Koechner. Then, it was Leigh time. We’d communicate back and forth and I thought, “Man, if I could bottle and sell Leigh's energy, stilted point of view, passion, and madness, I’d never have to go out on the road again." I was shocked to learn that someone could be an amazing mother to 5 very active children, her husband’s Number One Fan, AND still have enough left over to have a fascinating and unique separate life of her own. Super Mom, Trophy Wife, and Late Night Leigh: apparently, all things are possible. I’m so glad she has this platform to share her inners with us any time of the day, because I’m too old to stay up late anymore.”
Sara Benincasa
Writer | Comedian
Leigh brings light to the world. It's what she does. She's not average in any way one can imagine. You could be intimidated by someone so beautiful and seemingly fearless, but she's not an intimidating person. She's not a snob. She's not pretentious. She's a goofball and she's got a heart full of love. She's a natural teacher and a magnetic human. People are drawn to her for many reasons and I think one of them is that she's this energetic dynamo. You'd have to be to raise five kiddos, right? Add on top of that going for further education, plus writing, plus producing, plus speaking, plus everything else - wow. I am always fascinated by what she's up to and where she's going, and she's an inspiring individual. I've quoted her many times to friends when I say, "My friend Leigh talks about how to give your gift." Sometimes my friends will get down on themselves for not being successful enough. Or they'll think their particular talents aren't flashy or impressive enough. And I will tell them that Leigh has been teaching people for years that we all have something incredible to give - it's just a matter of finding it. She helps people find it. And that's one of her many, many gifts!
There are times in our lives when we cross paths with certain people who have a profound effect on the way we see ourselves and others. Leigh is one of those people for me, and from what I’ve seen, many others as well. She leads her own life with an open heart, an insatiable appetite for clarity and wisdom in every aspect of her being. In my experience of well over a decade of knowing her, she has approached awareness and conscious living in a bold and fresh way that has only gotten more refined over time. I believe that anyone, at any stage in their personal development, can benefit by listening and contributing to what she offers, which can and does create a positive and ongoing change for us and those around us as a result. Each of us is, and will always be, a work in progress, so even better to work together to achieve a better experience in this life.
– Pamela Harmon, artist
Just wanted to send you a shoutout to say how much I am digging your 33 days of ownershit. So far, each day has been synchronistic. Loved today's theme. Exactly what I needed to hear to create some energetic shift in my life. Just wanted to do a mini share. You are doing good work. Thank you.
– Jill Mooney
Leigh! OMG, do I love your mindfulness page and project. Thank you for being authentically real and vulnerable. It's in the quiet moments with self where true healing begins. LOVE your daily mindfulness practices and the rawness of it all. Thanks for shining your gift on the world. You should be so proud of yourself. Love you, Morgan
– Morgan
This message hit me in the most unexpected way. Thank you.
– Cathy Cass Kraai
Your videos are very moving and many days are the message that I need to hear! Thank you for all you do, and I hope when you are back in KC next time that I have the opportunity to meet you! We appreciate all you guys do for Children Mercy! I look forward to tomorrow’s video!
– Missy Doellman Burner
I am in tears after reading this. Thank you for that soul spark. I will work on this. Thank you for taking the time to encourage me! You are such a gift to the world, Leigh. You are a gift to my world. I thank God for you! XOXOXOX
– Tonnie Martinez
I'm loving your videos!!! The ownershit really hits home because for so long I have been in a job where other people are to blame if something isn't done so I've been doing that in my daily life. I'm finally making choices for myself and having complete ownershit:) Anyway, I just wanted to say keep it up because listening to you is just another reminder to stay positive, happy & healthy and be in the moment! Hope all is well with you and David! It's crazy, it's already been a year since you guys were at the casino for the Indiana Derby! So glad to have met you both.
– Jamie Krueger
I ended up missing a day of your videos cuz work was nuts or boyfriend was dumb again or whatever!! Then I sit down with you and just have hope and joy and I am SOOOO grateful!! You-this was SO needed you have NO idea!! Thank you again!
– Anonymous
I just wanted to say I’m still catching up with all of your teachings and just thank YOU for giving a part of yourself and your experiences! I’ve shared your teachings and links to your videos and still find myself completely lost in what you have to offer and wanted to thank you for being you and offering a part of yourself so often. Love ya lady!!
– Lauren Caldwell
Hi Leigh, thanks so much for your inspiring work! I love your enthusiasm and wisdom 🙂
– Roberta McDonnell
Your talks/topics always leave me with a big fat smile that lasts for the rest of the day. Thank you. xoxox
– Ann Ramirez
Amazing Leigh - loved today's message! Tears, wisdom...thank you!
– Julie Beemer
Wow. Wow. Needed this today.
– Lu Lu
Touched....I cried thru the whole thing. Thank you!
– Sandra Jennings Houts
I LOVE this story!!!! I was on a plane watching it live and watched until it cut me off. I was so anxious to get back to my hotel room to watch the rest of the story.
– Amy Bosler Holdman
Thank you for this. You have a beautiful story. My favorite is your quote—love it. Love you sister—you have a gift and thank you for sharing it!
– Debbie Overstreet
This was beautiful Leigh! I've been catching some of your videos on here and I just love your authenticity. You seem to stay so close to your light. It's refreshing.
– Rachel McCrickard
Leigh’s Facebook live posts are definitely a bright spot in my day, that fill my heart and enlighten my mind in short, digestible spurts. With her own brand of easy spirituality, Leigh presents wisdom honed from her own experiences in an honest, relatable, and often hilarious way, which I can always apply to my own situations.
She motivates and demonstrates how to lead with an open heart and mind, and reminds me not to judge myself, even when that doesn’t seem possible. She encourages her audience members to meet all their endeavors with “grace and ease,” and reminds them not to forget to breathe!
Her series has initiated a realistic roadmap for me to gain specific and achievable growth in relationships, parenting, and self-love. I am grateful for the teachers I’ve encountered on my path. I would count Leigh as one of them.
– Kim McChesney