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EPISODE · Aug 13, 2025 · 18 MIN

Episode 33: How to Advocate for Yourself in a Medical System That Doesn’t Always Listen

from Communication Compass · host Malynnda Stewart, PhD, BCPA

Have you ever felt dismissed, doubted, or talked over in a doctor’s office? You’re not alone. In this episode, we explore how to advocate for yourself when the medical system makes it hard to be heard. Whether you're navigating chronic illness, new symptoms, or just trying to get clear answers, this conversation offers:Practical strategies for speaking up with confidenceGrounding mindset shifts to overcome fear and self-doubtGentle scripts to use when you're interrupted, dismissed, or not believedWhat to do after a hard appointment—and how to recover emotionallyWhy your lived experience matters as much as lab resultsYou are not too emotional. You are not imagining it. And your story deserves to be taken seriously.🎧 Listen now and take one step closer to reclaiming your power in every medical space you enter.

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