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

February 20, 2025

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/

[01:33:18] Finding joy

[01:39:57] Legacy and impact

Key Takeaways:

When speaking to an audience, understand them and use their language to create a stronger connection. ~Amberly Lago [08:56]
We connect with people based on how accessible we make ourselves. ~Brian Bogert [11:43]
“The unavoidable precursor to change is acceptance.” ~Brian Bogert [31:57]
If life had no ups and downs, we wouldn’t be able to appreciate the joy and the good things life offers. ~Amberly Lago [41:20]
We are walking permission slips, inspiring others to love themselves and embrace acceptance. ~Amberly Lago [01:06:21]
“Addiction doesn’t discriminate.” ~Amberly Lago [01:08:13]
The more we open ourselves to others, the more we can impact them. ~Brian Bogert [01:45:15]