What if joy isn’t something you wait for, but something you can intentionally create? In today’s episode, I sit down with Amberly Lago. She shares how she actively chooses joy every day, even while living with chronic pain and unimaginable challenges. We talk about what it really means to cultivate joy in the midst of your life’s toughest moments, and why setting boundaries is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. We also dive into the power of resilience, the mindset shifts that can change everything in your life, and the small but powerful ways you can start prioritizing your happiness today.

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HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 Amberly shares why my podcast was the FIRST podcast she ever listened to.

04:00 What were the hardest lessons you learned while writing your new book?

08:00 Why "joy spotting" can completely shift your energy.

15:30 How to turn pain into a source of strength and purpose.

21:00 How can you keep moving forward when people doubt you?

28:15 The mindset shift that helps you push through frustration when learning new skills.

34:45 Advice for staying focused through the overwhelming early stages of business.

37:45 How to know when to stop saying yes and start protecting your time.

41:00 What’s the difference between fear and a red flag?

46:45 The #1 mistake that leads to hiring the wrong people.

50:15 Tools to create more joy in your daily life (even during hard seasons).

RESOURCES

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