From Tragedy to Triumph: Amberley Largo's Journey of Resilience and Hope
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Amberly Lago - Meet and listen to the women who turned tragedy into triumph.
Amberly is the author of the best selling book TRUE GRIT & GRACE. She is a resilience expert with appearances on The Dr's, Fabfit fun, Evertalk tv, Today show on NBC, Hallmark channel, The Forbes factor with Forbes Riley, the Lorna Jane inspired series.
She is a TEDx speaker, host of @truegritandgrace and recently featured on the cover of "keynote speakers" magazine.
Amberly was living the Californian dream. She was a busy model, dancer, runner, personal trainer and a mum, until her dream turned into a nightmare in 2010 as she rode her Harley down Ventura Boulevard. Amberley Largo's story is a living testament to the power of perseverance, even in the darkest times. Hit by an SUV while riding her Harley, Amberley faced 34 surgeries and an incurable disease, yet she emerged stronger, becoming a beacon of hope and inspiration for many. Her journey from depression and addiction to becoming a best-selling author and resilience expert is nothing short of miraculous.
Amberley shares the raw and real aspects of living with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), often called the suicide disease due to its debilitating nature. She recounts her relentless fight to save her leg, learning to walk again, and tackling chronic pain head-on. Her resilience was bolstered by the support of a community and the transformative power of practicing gratitude. She also dives into the struggles of overcoming addiction, finding hope through a 12-step program, and maintaining sobriety for four years.
Throughout this episode, Amberley discusses the impact of her book "True Grit and Grace" on readers and the authenticity that connects her to her audience.
She sheds light on navigating social media's challenges and handling criticism while staying committed to her purpose. Amberley's narrative underscores the importance of hard work, determination, and community support in overcoming adversity. Listen in to be inspired and discover the secrets to building unshakable resilience.
Chapters
1. From Tragedy to Triumph: Amberley Largo's Journey of Resilience and Hope (00:00:00)
2. Building Resilience After Tragedy (00:00:01)
3. Living With Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (00:04:17)
4. Overcoming Adversity and Building Resilience (00:11:33)
5. Finding Hope and Overcoming Addiction (00:23:51)
6. Embracing Gratitude for Resilience (00:27:48)
7. Shifting Perspective for Triumph (00:33:41)
8. Empowering Connections Through Authenticity (00:42:21)
9. Navigating Social Media and Handling Haters (00:46:17)
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