You want to advocate for yourself more.
But you’re not sure how to do that.
You know you deserve to be heard, but finding the right words—and the confidence to say them—can be tough.
In this episode, I’ll show you 3 simple strategies to stand up for yourself.
Plus, I’ll reveal how to choose your battles wisely, the power of dropping disclaimers, and how ... Show More
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Friendship Expert: 3 Types of Friends Every Person Needs
Making friends as an adult isn't easy. And sometimes, the people we consider friends aren't the ones we can actually count on. In this episode, I'm joined by organizational psychologist and bestselling author Adam Grant to talk about the science of human connection, why friendshi ... Show More
1h 34m
Oct 30
Sheryl Crow on the Power of Not Taking Things Personally
What do you do when someone criticizes you, underestimates you, or makes you question your worth? In this episode, I sit down with Grammy Award-winning artist Sheryl Crow to talk about handling criticism, letting go of other people's opinions, and finding peace when life doesn't ... Show More
1 h
May 2025
EP325 How to find your voice and self-advocate, even if you're conflict-avoidant (with Neelu Kaur)
<p>Self-advocacy can feel like a challenge, especially if you're conflict-avoidant, culturally conditioned to prioritize group harmony, or simply unsure how to speak up without fear of being labeled "difficult." In this episode, we'll explore how to advocate for yourself effectiv ... Show More
47m 46s
May 2025
How to Get What You Want Every Time: 3 Steps to Negotiate Anything With Anyone
<p>Right now, there’s something you want. </p><p>Maybe you need help at home, more support from your partner, or it’s time to set a boundary at work. </p><p>But you’re avoiding the conversation. Why? Because it feels hard. You don’t want conflict, you don’t want to upset anyone, ... Show More
1h 24m
Aug 2025
275. How to Advocate for Yourself When Others Don’t Understand You
Feeling misunderstood is exhausting. When you’re worried about being too much or too hard to read, it’s easy to slip into performing instead of simply being yourself. And during summer, when social situations ramp up, that pressure to change or fit in can feel even heavier.In thi ... Show More
34m 29s