Why We Don't Self-Advocate

Thank you for listening to this episode of Blindsight. If you have any questions for Bill, please give us a call at 720-712-8856 or if you prefer, you can email us at [email protected]. On today's show… Bill Lundgren and Jonathan Price discuss the importance of self-advocacy and the barriers that prevent people from advocating for themselves. They explore the fear of failure and the fear of success as common reasons for procrastination and resistance to change. They also touch on the role of shame and the need for self-care in the process of self-advocacy. The conversation emphasizes the importance of taking small steps, setting realistic goals, and being kind to oneself throughout the journey of self-advocacy. Takeaways Self-advocacy requires identifying the barriers that prevent us from advocating for ourselves. Fear of failure and fear of success are common reasons for procrastination and resistance to change. Shame and a lack of self-care can hinder self-advocacy. Taking small steps and setting realistic goals are key to successful self-advocacy. Being kind to oneself throughout the process of self-advocacy is important. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Context 01:50 Identifying the Barriers to Self-Advocacy 05:05 Understanding the Fear of Failure and Success 09:24 The Role of Shame and Self-Care in Self-Advocacy 12:30 Taking Small Steps and Setting Realistic Goals 15:54 Being Kind to Yourself Throughout the Journey of Self-Advocacy 18:28 Overcoming Resistance and Seeking Help 21:50 Empowering Yourself to Make Changes 26:05 Rewarding Yourself and Celebrating Success 29:01 Closing Remarks and Call to Action