Episode 36: Tears of Joy: An 11th Birthday Surprise

This episode of Living in 3D Power is unlike any other.

Recorded for Emma’s 11th birthday, this special episode centers community, love, and the power of being seen. What begins as a birthday surprise unfolds into a profound reflection on joy as a superpower, the courage of youth voice, and what it means to be held by a village across generations, geography, and lived experience.

Friends, family, community members, educators, authors, faith leaders, and loved ones sent messages affirming Emma’s light, wisdom, and impact. Together, Amber and Emma reflect on the themes that emerged from these messages, creating space to sit with gratitude, emotion, faith, and belonging.

In a year shaped by grief, loss, and collective heaviness, this episode is a reminder that joy does not disappear in sorrow. It expands. It ripples. And it is often carried by community.

Episode Chapters

02:12 – Community Messages
Amber explains the birthday surprise and the intention behind gathering affirmations from Emma’s village.

05:08 – Joy as a Superpower
The first theme emerges as messages highlight Emma’s joy, humor, compassion, and light.

16:08 – A Voice That Frees
Community members reflect on how Emma’s voice inspires courage, truth-telling, and liberation across ages.

28:49 – Held by a Village
Messages from near and far illustrate the power of being surrounded by love, even beyond proximity.

31:50 – Family Memories and Reactions
Emma responds emotionally to messages from siblings, cousins, and extended family.

33:29 – Reflections on Support and Love
Emma reflects on what it feels like to be supported by people she knows and people she’s never met.

35:49 – Expressions of Warmth and Safety
A conversation about what it means to feel safe, held, and loved in the body and spirit.

39:02 – Encouragement and Affirmations
Messages reminding Emma that she is enough just as she is.

44:18 – Emotional Responses and Connections
Emma reflects on hearing affirmations from her sisters and parents.

49:47 – Final Thoughts and Gratitude
The closing theme of being called and carried as Amber reflects on faith, purpose, and gratitude.

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