Find Your Voice. Tell Your Story. Live Your Truth.
Whether you're writing your first personal essay, preparing for a TEDx talk, or trying to reclaim your voice after heartbreak, you belong here. I help individuals step out of infatuation, confusion, and silence—and into clarity, courage, and creative expression.
Amanda’s New Book
When Longing Becomes Your Lover: Breaking from Infatuation, Rejection, and Perfectionism to Find Authentic Love: A True Story of Overcoming Limerence
If you’ve ever found yourself hopelessly, serially, persistently, and stubbornly in love –not with someone—but with the feeling of longing itself—my book offers hope, science, humor, and a way forward.
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The Longing Lab Podcast
Named by Denver Post One of Colorado’s Best Podcasts
Every episode offers insight into the science, spirituality, and culture of longing.
TEDx Speaking Coach
I've coached speakers through the TEDx application process, developing an unforgettable TEDx talk, and presenting on the TEDx stage. My approach blends emotional storytelling with structure, clarity, and stage-confidence.
Curious what powerful storytelling sounds like?
Watch my TEDx talk:
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Coaching: For Writers & Speakers
You have a story. I help you shape it.
I work with:
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individiuals (especially neurodivergent thinkers and perfectionists)
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women untangling themselves from limerence or heartbreak
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writers crafting and pitching essays
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writers developing a book proposal
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professionals or students polishing cover letters or personal statements
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speakers preparing for TEDx, podcasts, panels, or media interviews
Whether you’re longing to turn your life experience into something publishable—or simply craving a safe space to explore your voice—I meet you with warmth, curiosity, and deep listening.
Featured & Recent Publications
I’m a writer, speaker, instructor, massage therapist, triathlon coach, and lifelong athlete. My passion for people, connection, travel, and movement shapes everything I do—from helping a client rewrite her life story to chasing an athlete swimming across the Caribbean for a feature story.
I grew up in Cincinnati, found my rhythm in Boulder, and somewhere between time on the Peace Boat and in the mountains, I learned that storytelling is the thread that ties us all together.
I love:
🥄 peanut butter by the spoon
🚆 trains through France
⛰️ trail runs
🗺️ small conversations that change us
