In this soul-stirring episode of the Ladies Who Leap Podcast, host Lisa Andria sits down with Amy Weinland Daughters—award-winning author, speaker, satirical sportswriter, and accidental letter-writing activist—whose spontaneous decision to handwrite 580 letters to her Facebook friends became a life-changing leap into radical human connection, empathy, and personal transformation. What begins as a tribute to a grieving mother becomes a ripple effect of vulnerability and healing—proving that sometimes the most profound change comes from the simplest of acts.
Amy shares:
🌟 How a move to the English countryside reignited her passion for writing
❤️ The tragic yet beautiful letter exchange that sparked Dear Dana
✍🏻 Why she chose to write every one of her Facebook friends a heartfelt note
🦋 How letter writing became an emotional detox, a healing practice, and a leadership tool
🔬 The neuroscience and soulfulness behind handwritten words
🌎 How to shrink political and social divides through the radical power of personal connection
✍🏻 Why even business leaders and sales professionals benefit from this deeply human practice
With powerful anecdotes, contagious enthusiasm, and deep emotional wisdom, Amy reminds us that leaping doesn’t always look like chasing a big dream—it can also look like picking up a pen. Whether you write one note or 500, this episode invites you to rediscover the power of your own voice, the impact of intentional communication, and the unmatched magic of simply saying: I see you.
🎧 Tune in for a love letter to humanity—and consider this your sign to write the one person who’s been on your heart.
📬 Want to write Amy a letter? She’ll write back. Find her at amydaughters.com
🦋 Want to learn more about podcast host Lisa Andria - go to ladieswholeap.com
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