In this mini travel episode of Heartbeat Narratives, Molly meets Leah Robb on a sunny morning by the river in Copenhagen, Denmark at Islands Brygge. Leah shares how swimming, from high dives to icy winter baths, has become a profound way to move through grief. What started as a tribute to a loved one’s suggestion of "winter bathing," has grown into a ritual of healing and helps her embrace difficult emotions. As an artist, Leah has also transformed her experiences with loss and a friend’s addiction into art exhibitions that spark conversations and inspire young people. Together, Leah and Molly reflect on resilience, mindset and transforming pain into purpose.
Episode Highlights
00:00 – A Sunny River Meet-Up in Copenhagen, Denmark
00:38 – Diving into Joy
01:39 – The Spark of Winter Bathing
04:05 – From Grief to Gallery
06:53 – Words to Live By
Explore Leah’s work: Art Website | YouTube: Leah Robb the Arm-Wrestling Artist
Book: Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times
Photo Credits: Leah Robb and Molly Mamaril
Episode Art: Molly Mamaril
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Credits
🎙️ Host & Producer: Molly Mamaril
🎸 Guitar: Amund Gismervik
