Human(ing) Well with Amber Cabral

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Why does trying to be a “good person” often leave us feeling burned out, anxious, and stretched too thin? Human(ing) Well is a podcast about breaking that cycle—so we can show up for our lives without losing ourselves in the process. Hosted by Amber Cabral, author and award-winning strategist, each episode offers practical mindset shifts and real-life tips to move us closer to holistic well-being—so we feel less stressed, sick, and sad. Grounded in the four pillars of Human(ing) Well—Health, Wealth, Relationships, and Growth—this podcast will help you tackle life’s challenges with more ease and intention. Join us as we explore what it really means to “human well.”

  1. 1d ago

    Why Changing Your Mind Is a Sign of Growth

    How many decisions are you still honoring simply because you made them a long time ago? In this episode of Human(ing) Well, Amber Cabral challenges the belief that changing your mind is a sign of weakness, inconsistency, or failure. Instead, she argues that the willingness to rethink a decision in light of new information is one of the clearest signs of growth. Amber explores why so many of us stay committed to jobs, relationships, responsibilities, and identities that no longer fit. She explains how the pressure to appear consistent can keep us stuck long after we've outgrown a decision, and why we often make it unnecessarily difficult for other people to change their minds, too. You'll learn how to distinguish healthy growth from avoidance, why changing your mind isn't the same as being flaky, and how to create relationships where honesty is valued more than consistency. Amber also offers practical reflection questions to help you identify the decisions you've outgrown and the conversations you may need to have next. Reflection Questions: What's one decision you've outgrown but haven't updated out loud yet?  Where have you made it costly for someone else to change their mind in front of you? 🛍️ Shop Amber’s Be A Good Human merch:https://www.ambercabral.com/merch 💛 Pour In Birthday Submissions:https://form.typeform.com/to/DhI5dOLx Amber’s substack | https://humaningwell.substack.com/ www.humaningwellpodcast.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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. Jul 22

    When a Friendship Ends and You Never Get Closure

    In this episode of Human(ing) Well, Amber Cabral closes out her friendship series with an honest conversation about what happens when friendships end. She shares personal stories of being ghosted, losing friends unexpectedly, discovering painful truths after a friendship ended, and making the difficult decision to walk away from relationships herself. Amber explores why friendship endings can trigger embarrassment, grief, abandonment fears, and questions about your own self-worth. She also challenges the way many people end friendships through silence, vague accusations, passive distance, or conflict designed to force the other person out. Her position is clear: if a friendship matters, it deserves an honest and emotionally responsible ending whenever possible. Moreover, Amber shares the qualities she now looks for in healthy friendships, including mutual respect, honest communication, open-heartedness, emotional safety, and the ability to tell each other hard truths. You’ll learn why ghosting can leave people carrying false stories about themselves, how to communicate when a friendship no longer works, when it is time to stop chasing closure, and how to choose friends who bring out the best in you. Reflection Questions:  Do I like who I am with them?  Do they like who they are with me?  Do we bring out good things in each other? 🛍️ Shop Amber’s Be A Good Human merch:https://www.ambercabral.com/merch 💛 Pour In Birthday Submissions:https://form.typeform.com/to/DhI5dOLx Amber’s substack | https://humaningwell.substack.com/ www.humaningwellpodcast.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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. Jul 15

    When a Friendship Goes Quiet

    What do you do when someone you love disappears without an explanation? In this deeply personal episode of Human(ing) Well, Amber Cabral explores one of the most difficult and misunderstood parts of friendship: the seasons when someone goes silent. Instead of asking whether the friendship is over, Amber invites us to ask a different question: What if they're simply surviving something we can't see? Through the story of a close friend she hasn't spoken to in years after his mother's health declined, Amber reflects on grief, empathy, emotional capacity, and the courage it takes to leave the door open without demanding an explanation. She also shares her own experience of withdrawing from friendships after losing her father, offering a vulnerable reminder that sometimes silence isn't rejection. It's the only way someone knows how to make it through the day. "If you wait to be told what happened before you decide whether you're someone's friend, you're not really offering grace. You're conducting an investigation." Amber challenges the idea that healthy friendships should always be perfectly balanced or require constant communication. Instead, she argues that lasting friendships are built on grace, trust, and the willingness to let relationships breathe through different seasons of life. Reflection Questions: What story have you told yourself about a friend’s silence?  When was the last time someone extended you grace you couldn’t repay?   Which of your friendships online lives in a feed?  🛍️ Shop Amber’s Be A Good Human merch:https://www.ambercabral.com/merch 💛 Pour In Birthday Submissions:https://form.typeform.com/to/DhI5dOLx Amber’s substack | https://humaningwell.substack.com/ www.humaningwellpodcast.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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. Jul 8

    Stop Waiting for People to Celebrate You

    Do you ever feel like you're always celebrating everyone else, but when it's your turn, the same energy never comes back? In this episode of Human(ing) Well, Amber Cabral explores a conversation that resonates deeply with many single professionals, entrepreneurs, and high achievers: what happens when your biggest life milestones don't fit society's traditional celebrations? Inspired by a social media post about the experience of being "the single friend," Amber challenges the belief that being unmarried or child-free automatically means living a less celebrated life. Instead of waiting for weddings, baby showers, or other cultural milestones to validate our accomplishments, Amber offers a different perspective: create the rituals you wish existed. Whether you've started a business, earned a promotion, bought your first home, published a book, or simply become the person you've worked hard to become, your wins deserve to be celebrated too. Amber also shares practical ways to build a community that celebrates your growth instead of leaving it unnoticed. Here are a few things you can do: Pick one win from the last year you never let anyone celebrate, and plan a celebration for it. Quick friendship audit: who celebrates you well, who mostly receives your celebration? Put your energy where it goes both ways. Be the initiator once this month. When people are in town, be the one who books the table, for example. Celebrate someone specifically this week. Name the actual accomplishment, not a generic "proud of you." 🛍️ Shop Amber’s Be A Good Human merch:https://www.ambercabral.com/merch 💛 Pour In Birthday Submissions:https://form.typeform.com/to/DhI5dOLx Amber’s substack | https://humaningwell.substack.com/ www.humaningwellpodcast.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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  5. Jul 1

    How to Stay Disciplined Even After You Fall Off Track

    In the final episode of her 3-part discipline series, Amber Cabral challenges one of the biggest myths in personal development: that disciplined people never fall off track. Instead, Amber argues that the people who stay consistent are the ones who intentionally build systems that make recovery easier. Because life will interrupt your routines, you'll miss workouts, abandon habits, lose momentum, or have seasons where everything feels off. The question isn't whether you'll fall off; it's whether you've made it easy to return. Drawing on her own experiences balancing travel, business, podcasting, and everyday life, Amber shares practical strategies to reduce the "cost of returning" after setbacks. She explains why discipline is less about willpower and more about designing your life around what truly matters to you. From packing resistance bands instead of relying on hotel gyms to meal prepping before a busy week, Amber illustrates how small, in-advance decisions create consistency over time. Amber also opens up about one of the most important investments she makes in her own life: asking for help. By sharing why hiring a personal assistant became a non-negotiable, Amber reframes discipline as a willingness to remove obstacles instead of trying to carry everything alone. The goal isn't to do it all yourself; it's to protect your energy for the work only you can do. 🛍️ Shop Amber’s Be A Good Human merch:https://www.ambercabral.com/merch 💛 Pour In Birthday Submissions:https://form.typeform.com/to/DhI5dOLx Amber’s substack | https://humaningwell.substack.com/ www.humaningwellpodcast.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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. Jun 17

    Do You Even Want It? The Real Reason Discipline Feels Hard

    Most people think they have a discipline problem, while Amber Cabral thinks they have a clarity problem. In Part 2 of her 3-part series on discipline, Amber challenges one of the biggest assumptions in personal growth: that the reason you can't stay consistent is that you're lazy, unmotivated, or lacking discipline. What if the real issue is that you're trying to commit to a goal that was never truly yours to begin with? In this episode of Human(ing) Well, Amber explores the difference between real wants and borrowed wants. From career paths and relationship goals to health, creativity, and personal growth, she unpacks how many of us spend years chasing goals that were assigned by parents, partners, society, or expectations we never consciously chose. Drawing from her own journey of entrepreneurship, authenticity, and reinvention, Amber shares why discipline becomes easier when it's connected to something that truly matters to you. She explains how devotion fuels consistency, why authenticity requires flexibility, and how to identify whether your goals are coming from genuine desire or external pressure. Amber also shares research showing that people pursuing goals aligned with their own values are more likely to sustain effort and achieve long-term success than those pursuing goals based on obligation or outside pressure. Tune in and discover why walking away from a goal that was never yours may be one of the most disciplined things you can do. 📢 EP 24: Get Grounded: How “You Can Have Whatever You Want” https://humaningwell.substack.com/p/ep-24-get-grounded-how-you-can-have 🛍️ Shop Amber’s Be A Good Human merch:https://www.ambercabral.com/merch 💛 Pour In Birthday Submissions:https://form.typeform.com/to/DhI5dOLx Amber’s substack | https://humaningwell.substack.com/ www.humaningwellpodcast.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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  7. Jun 10

    How Disciplined People Actually Stay Consistent (It's Not What You Think)

    In this episode of Human(ing) Well, Amber Cabral kicks off a three-part series on discipline by challenging one of the most common misconceptions about it: that discipline means constant hustle, rigid routines, and unshakable willpower. Amber shares why the most disciplined people aren't necessarily the most regimented because they often understand themselves best. Through stories about travel routines, skincare habits, productivity systems, and even her approach to fitness, Amber explores how sustainable discipline is built by working with your natural rhythms rather than fighting them. She explains why paying attention to your energy, creating supportive systems, and allowing room for grace can be far more effective than relying on motivation or self-criticism. Amber also unpacks the difference between borrowed discipline and authentic commitment, showing why lasting consistency comes from being deeply connected to what truly matters to you (by not from copying someone else's habits or routines). As she reminds us: discipline isn't about being rigid. It's about being honest about who you are, how you work, and what you're genuinely devoted to achieving. 🛍️ Shop Amber’s Be A Good Human merch:https://www.ambercabral.com/merch 💛 Pour In Birthday Submissions:https://form.typeform.com/to/DhI5dOLx Amber’s substack | https://humaningwell.substack.com/ www.humaningwellpodcast.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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  8. Jun 3

    You Can Do Everything Right and Still Get Knocked Down

    In this episode of Human(ing) Well, Amber Cabral shares the story of a freak accident that literally ripped her toenail off and the unexpected lessons it taught her about resilience, recovery, emotional regulation, and being human. While deep in the process of finishing her new book, How to Be a Good Human, Amber found herself confronting a hard truth: doing all the right things is not insurance against difficult things happening. Through humor, honesty, and reflection, Amber explores why so many of us believe that if we're disciplined enough, self-aware enough, or intentional enough, we can somehow avoid life's setbacks. But real growth isn't about preventing every challenge. It's about how quickly and intentionally we recover when life inevitably throws us off course. As she highlights: “Just because you're doing the right things, it is not insurance against bad things… Life is going to happen no matter how diligent you are.” This episode is a reminder that setbacks aren't proof that you're failing. They're proof that you're human because the goal isn't to avoid the hit, but to actually recover well. 🛍️ Shop Amber’s Be A Good Human merch:https://www.ambercabral.com/merch 💛 Pour In Birthday Submissions:https://form.typeform.com/to/DhI5dOLx Amber’s substack | https://humaningwell.substack.com/ www.humaningwellpodcast.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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Why does trying to be a “good person” often leave us feeling burned out, anxious, and stretched too thin? Human(ing) Well is a podcast about breaking that cycle—so we can show up for our lives without losing ourselves in the process. Hosted by Amber Cabral, author and award-winning strategist, each episode offers practical mindset shifts and real-life tips to move us closer to holistic well-being—so we feel less stressed, sick, and sad. Grounded in the four pillars of Human(ing) Well—Health, Wealth, Relationships, and Growth—this podcast will help you tackle life’s challenges with more ease and intention. Join us as we explore what it really means to “human well.”

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    SiriusXM Podcasts
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    Women's Empowerment Network, SiriusXM
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    71
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