How To Find Joy Through the Journey w/ Amberly Lago (E102)

Feb 20, 2025

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Finding joy isn’t about avoiding hardships but discovering light even in the darkest moments. We can find joy in the midst of struggles by shifting our perspective and embracing gratitude.

In this episode, Brian Bogert sits down with Amberly Lago, a Top Influential Speaker, Global Top 1% Podcast Host, and the author of multiple best-selling books, including Joy Through the Journey. Her powerful message of resilience and transformation has been featured in Forbes, The TODAY Show, and The Doctors TV.

Amberly was thriving in the fitness industry and excelling as a professional dancer when, suddenly, her world was turned upside down. A devastating motorcycle accident left her with life-altering injuries and a diagnosis of complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), a chronic and debilitating condition that causes severe pain.

In the episode, Amberly shares her story, from her life before the accident to the devastating motorcycle crash that changed everything. She also opens up about how she navigated pain and overcame an identity crisis.

In addition, Amberly reflects on how she grappled with the loss of her former self and her journey toward healing and acceptance. Despite everything she has been through, she has found a way to find joy in life. Tune in to hear her inspiring story of resilience and the lessons she’s learned along the way.

Timestamps:

[01:13] Who is Amberly Lago?

[02:51] Public speaking

[11:43] Creating deeper connections

[18:06] Amberly’s health

[24:54] Amberly’s experience with pain

[29:40] Navigating pain

[43:02] Amberly’s life before the accident

[49:07] Amberly’s Motorcycle Accident

[01:03:01] Overcoming identity crisis

[01:08:28] Healing and acceptance

[01:32:28] Joy Through the Journey: https://amberlylago.com/book/