How do you keep going when life changes in an instant?
In this inspiring episode of The Jessica Papineau Show, Jessica sits down with bestselling author, TEDx speaker, coach, and podcast host Amberly Lago for a powerful conversation about resilience, chronic pain, faith, authentic leadership, and turning pain into purpose.
Amberly shares her life-changing story of surviving a devastating motorcycle accident, enduring 34 surgeries, and living with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome while continuing to build a life and business rooted in hope, grit, service, and impact. Together, Jessica and Amberly explore what true resilience really looks like, how faith and connection help us navigate adversity, and why your circumstances do not define your future.
If you have ever faced setbacks, struggled to trust yourself, or needed a reminder that hard things can become part of your purpose, this conversation is filled with wisdom, encouragement, and practical truth.
In This Episode
Jessica and Amberly talk about the motorcycle accident that changed Amberly’s life and how that experience became the foundation for her message of resilience, healing, and hope. Amberly opens up about being told she might lose her leg, the emotional and physical toll of recovery, and what it has taken to keep rising through pain, setbacks, and uncertainty.
They also explore the deeper meaning of resilience and why pushing through is not always enough. Amberly shares how faith, asking for help, and staying connected to the right people transformed the way she sees strength, healing, and leadership. Jessica and Amberly discuss how authentic support, mentorship, discernment, and aligned relationships can help women grow without burning out.
This episode is also a powerful reminder that leadership is not about perfection. It is about showing up as your real self, honoring your health, protecting your energy, and allowing your story to create impact for others. Amberly’s journey shows that even the hardest experiences can become a source of purpose, service, and transformation.
You’ll Learn:
- How Amberly Lago overcame a devastating motorcycle accident and multiple surgeries
- What resilience really means in the face of chronic pain and adversity
- Why faith and connection are essential for healing and personal growth
- How to turn pain into purpose and use your story to help others
- Why asking for help is a powerful part of resilience
- How authentic leadership is built through courage, honesty, and service
- The importance of mentorship, community, and aligned relationships
- How to set boundaries and protect your energy while continuing to give
About Amberly Lago
Amberly Lago is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, coach, and host of The Amberly Lago Show. She is known for her work around resilience, grit, overcoming adversity, authentic leadership, mindset, sobriety, chronic pain, and turning pain into purpose. Through her speaking, writing, coaching, and podcast, she helps others build strength, hope, and purpose through life’s hardest challenges.
Connect with Amberly
Website: amberlylago.com
Instagram: @amberlylagomotivation