Gifts We Receive From Pain and Adversity with Amberly Lago

Send us Fan MailPain is the greatest gift we never wanted. Seeing pain through the lens of gratitude might seem counterintuitive, but if we choose to view our pain, tragedy, or adversity as a powerful teacher and gift, we can learn humility, gratitude, and how incredibly resilient we all are. The story in this episode is one of tragedy to triumph, and you will see how you can transform your life and reinvent yourself no matter what you have been through. Everyone is entitled to their feelings about their pain, so remember not to compare your pain or tragedy to what you will hear today. Instead, take it as an inspiring learning experience of how you can get out of tragedy and to the beauty on the other side.Amberly Lago had her life turned upside down when she was hit by an SUV while riding her motorcycle. She required 34 surgeries to save her leg from amputation and then was diagnosed with an incurable disease caused by the accident. As result, she lost my business and self-confidence. How does someone pull themselves out of such a dark place? Amberly will tell you exactly how in this episode.Amberly is authentic and raw in sharing her journey of reinventing herself after her accident, and how she felt the strength to start over at age 45. She shares the important lessons that her pain taught her, and why she is grateful for the things she has been through. As a motivational speaker, she teaches how to get out of your own head, overcome your inner critic, and realize how strong you truly are. Tune in to this incredible story of tragedy to triumph. Key highlights:It is hard to imagine that something good can come from a tragic event, but Amberly is grateful for everything she has gone throughPain teaches us humility, empathy, and gratitudeDealing with our inner criticHow to switch your perspective when you are feeling inadequateWhy we need to talk to ourselves instead of listening to yourselvesOvercoming negative self-talkAmberly’s daily non-negotiablesIt is important to connect with others and share our pain with those that deserve to hear itQuote from the episode:“Pain shared is divided, and joy shared is multiplied.” - Amberly LagoEpisode resources:Book mentioned: Codependent No More by Melanie BeattieConnect with Amberly Lago:Instagram: @amberlylagomotivationWebsite: amberlylago.comText “GRIT” to 818-214-7378 to download a FREE playbook to strengthen your resiliencePodcast: True Grit and GraceConnect with Alison:Instagram: @alisonanswers | @lagercounselingWebsite: LagerCounseling.comYouTube: Alison AnswersFacebook: Alison Lager Lcsw CasacConnect with Alison:Instagram: @alisonanswers | @lagercounselingWebsite: LagerCounseling.comYouTube: Alison AnswersFacebook: Alison Lager Lcsw CasacPurchase Alison’s book: “The Wake Up Call”Alison Answers Facebook Group: Join HEREWomen of Excellence FB group: Join HERE⚠️ Crisis Resources:Lager Counseling ServicesCall: 516-221-2123Text: (914) 363-0381Wantagh: 3408 Park Ave. Wantagh, NY 11793988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7, free, confidential)Call or text 988 | Visit 988lifeline.org