Amanda Held Opelt

Author, speaker, and songwriter Amanda Held Opelt discusses the art of lament and communal grief for healing. She shares insights from her book 'Holy Unhappiness' and explores the role of ritual and storytelling in processing pain. The conversation touches on embracing differences, communal grieving rituals, and the importance of honoring community through art and embodiment.

Amanda Held Opelt, a talented author and songwriter from Boone, North Carolina, delves into her profound journey through grief and its intersection with faith. She shares how her theological beliefs were tested during her darkest times. The conversation highlights the difference between wholeness and happiness, and the importance of embracing grief through art and ritual. Amanda discusses the healing power of love amidst sorrow and presents a holistic view of life's challenges, emphasizing personal growth and the significance of vulnerability in the healing process.