Trauma, Resilience, and Flying with Amberly Brown - Skydiver, Surfer and Airborne Ballerina
Amberly Brown is no stranger to flying her body thousands of feet above the ground. A skydiver, surfer, photographer, and native Alaskan, Amberly has spent her life finding the edge and pushing limits.
In today's episode, Amberly speaks to the fragility of life and the resilience required to take on risks. She shares what she's learned from multiple near-death experiences, personal loss, taking action and chasing her dreams, and so much more.
A big thanks to Amberly for sharing her story with us, and for continuing to show up and do the work!
About Amberly
Amberly Brown is a skydiver, surfer, photographer, and native Alaskan who holds five world records in skydiving. She's a skydiving instructor and videographer, and holds a Vinyasa yoga instructor certification. She is also a Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. Amberly embodies what it means to fly, literally and metaphorically, and is continuing to find new ways to fly in her life.
Topics Include
Early life in Alaska
Growing up in a mixed-race family
Addiction
Working through trauma and abuse
Getting into skydiving, surfing, and jiu-jitsu
Setting ambitious goals
Recovering from the loss of her fiance
Breaking skydiving world records
Trusting what's on the other side of fear
Books Mentioned
Boundaries by Henry Cloud and John Townsand
Atomic Habits by James Clear
Connect with Amberly
Instagram: @amberlyairborne
Facebook: @amberlyairborne