The Healing Power of Stories with Amy Donaldson
Episode Overview
Emotions play a crucial role in healing. Running can be a powerful form of therapy. Storytelling impacts personal growth and empathy. Community support is vital in recovery journeys. Forgiveness can lead to profound personal transformation.
"I say to my clients and athletes all the time, it's your resistance to what is that's causing your suffering."
In this engaging episode of the Addict II Athlete Podcast, Coach Blu Robinson welcomes Amy Donaldson Brass, an executive producer with KSL Podcasts, to discuss the transformative power of storytelling and the importance of being seen. Amy, who has spent nearly three decades as a journalist, shares her insights on how stories can impact personal growth and healing. The conversation delves into the role of emotions in healing, highlighting how facing and sharing emotions can lead to significant personal transformation.
Coach Blu and Amy discuss how running can serve as a therapeutic tool, providing an outlet for emotional release and physical activity that can help in the recovery process. Amy recounts her experiences as a journalist, emphasizing the importance of telling meaningful stories. She shares anecdotes from her career, illustrating how storytelling can inspire empathy and understanding. One poignant moment involved receiving a heartfelt card from a young athlete, thanking her for "seeing" them.
The discussion also touches on the theme of forgiveness and personal growth. Amy talks about the profound impact of forgiving others and how it can lead to a rejuvenation of the soul. They explore the idea that community support is crucial in recovery, with examples of people offering help without being asked, reinforcing the notion that we answer each other's prayers through acts of kindness.
Listeners are encouraged to challenge themselves to look within and explore where forgiveness can take hold in their lives. The episode ends on a hopeful note, urging everyone to share their stories and invest in each other, as these connections can lead to personal growth and healing. Join Coach Blu and Amy Donaldson Brass for an inspiring conversation that underscores the power of stories, emotions, and community in the journey towards healing and personal growth.