Today, Amber Cabral invites us to challenge one of the most deeply ingrained myths in our culture: the idea of “normal.” From personal experience, financial uncertainty, and real conversations with her mentees and clients, Amber explores how chasing normal—or trying to be liked, accepted, or conventional—can quietly derail us from the lives we actually want.

She draws a powerful parallel between investing in the stock market and investing in our lives: both come with risk, and both are distorted by fear and stigma. Whether you’re feeling like you’ve fallen off your “plan” or navigating family pressure, judgment, or shame, Amber encourages you to ask the bigger questions: Who is this performance for? What fears are holding me hostage? What would I do if none of those fears were real?

This episode offers journal prompts, thoughtful reframes, and gentle but honest truths about the stories we’ve accepted as “success,” “adulthood,” or “the right way”—and what it takes to unlearn them.

Sometimes, the most liberating move is the one that looks nothing like the plan. Tune in.

Amber’s substack | https://humaningwell.substack.com/

Amber Cabral

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Watch Amber’s TED TALK here.

You can purchase Amber's books from the retailer of your choice here: https://www.ambercabral.com/books/

Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture

Say More About That: ...And Other Ways to Speak Up, Push Back, and Advocate for Yourself and Others

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In this honest and deeply practical episode of Human(ing) Well, Amber Cabral dives headfirst into one of the most misunderstood parts of growth: discomfort. Most of us try to avoid it, but what if discomfort isn’t something to run from—but something to lean into?

Amber shares why she believes discomfort is a muscle to be trained, not a flaw to be fixed, and how avoiding it can rob us of the peace, growth, and self-awareness we’re working so hard to reach. She explains the science behind what’s happening in the brain during discomfort, why it often shows up when we’re encountering new information or facing emotional truth, and how to tell the difference between discomfort and actual danger.

You’ll walk away with six actionable tools to help you navigate uncomfortable moments with more clarity and resilience. From reframing discomfort as something to expect to identifying the root of what you’re feeling, staying curious, and grounding yourself when things feel overwhelming—this episode is a guide for anyone who wants to grow without burning out. Amber even shares her own recovery plan and challenges listeners to build their own.

Tune in, take what you need, and start building your resilience—one uncomfortable moment at a time.

Amber’s substack | https://humaningwell.substack.com/

Amber Cabral

IG | @bamcabral

LinkedIn | @ambercabral

Facebook | @amber.cabral

X | @BamCabral

Bluesky | @bamcabral.bsky.social

Watch Amber’s TED TALK here.

You can purchase Amber's books from the retailer of your choice here: https://www.ambercabral.com/books/

Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture

Say More About That: ...And Other Ways to Speak Up, Push Back, and Advocate for Yourself and Others

Human(ing) Well is produced by

EPYC Media Network

We all have days when we’re not doing great—when we're stretched thin, disconnected, or just off. Today, Amber Cabral offers a thoughtful, refreshingly real take on what to do when you’re in that space. Inspired by a friend who asked, “How are you humaning well today?” She dives into intentional, screen-free practices that help reconnect you with your health, wealth, relationships, and growth.

From writing greeting cards and building with Legos, to making a budget, embracing analog living, or ditching paper plates to reconnect with the planet, this episode is full of ideas you may not have thought of but will definitely want to try.

Amber also brings attention to the subtle ways digital overuse chips away at our focus and mental clarity—what neuroscientists call “digital dementia.” Her gentle challenge? Put down the phone, pick up a book, and start living with more intention.

If you’ve been feeling off and find yourself questioning, this episode is your toolkit. You’ll walk away with simple, doable steps to support your well-being—no perfection, just progress.

“So, how are you humaning well today?” Tune in, try something new, and let Amber know how it’s going. She's on this journey with you.

Amber’s substack | https://humaningwell.substack.com/

Amber Cabral

IG | @bamcabral

LinkedIn | @ambercabral

Facebook | @amber.cabral

X | @BamCabral

Bluesky | @bamcabral.bsky.social

Watch Amber’s TED TALK here.

You can purchase Amber's books from the retailer of your choice here: https://www.ambercabral.com/books/

Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture

Say More About That: ...And Other Ways to Speak Up, Push Back, and Advocate for Yourself and Others

Human(ing) Well is produced by

EPYC Media Network