Redefining Joy Through Life's Challenges

Today, I welcome Jody Gelb, Broadway actor and author of the heart-wrenching memoir She May Be Lying Down But She May Be Very Happy, to explore how joy can coexist with unimaginable loss. When Jody’s daughter, Louisa, was born with severe brain damage, her journey through grief, acceptance, and spiritual resilience redefined what it means to live fully. In this raw and deeply moving conversation, we discuss intuitive parenting, preparing for death with grace, and the sacred rituals that heal. Jody’s story is a masterclass in finding light in life’s darkest corners. 00:00 Jody Gelb’s Journey & Memoir 03:15 Louisa’s Traumatic Birth & Early Medical Crisis 08:30 Navigating Hope vs. Reality: Accepting Disability 15:10 Non-Verbal Communication & Intuitive Parenting 22:45 Finding Support: The Bridge School & Community 28:20 Preparing for Death 34:00 Sacred Rituals: Honoring Louisa’s Final Moments 40:10 Signs from Beyond: Dreams & Hummingbirds 45:00 Parenting After Loss: Dora’s Birth & Balance 48:30 Writing as Healing 50:00 Closing: Resources & Jody’s Message of Resilience LEARN MORE ABOUT JODY GELB https://www.instagram.com/jodygelb/ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0312182/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jody-gelb-263a7146 https://www.jodygelb.com/ In The Space Between membership, you’ll get access to LIVE quarterly Ask Amy Anything meetings, discounts on courses, special giveaways, and a place to connect with Amy and other like-minded people. You’ll also get exclusive access to other behind-the-scenes goodness when you join! --> https://shorturl.at/vVrwR Stay Connected: - IG - https://tinyurl.com/ysvafdwc - FB- https://tinyurl.com/yc3z48v9 - YT- https://tinyurl.com/ywdsc9vt - Web - https://tinyurl.com/ydj949kt Dr. Amy Robbins Exploring life, death, consciousness and what it all means. Put your preconceived notions aside as we explore life, death, consciousness and what it all means Brought to you by: Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive Producer Podcastize.net | Audio & Video Production |