“Most people are not taught to be in touch with their needs.” - Julia Stephanides

We live in a hyper-capitalist society where it’s better for the system if we don’t have needs. We should work hard, never stop, and do our jobs quietly - as close to robots as possible. But at some point, we must stop, reclaim our humanity, acknowledge our needs and feelings, and reconnect with them.

The law is so focused on the external process of advocacy that there’s little to no room for the internal process that a person has to go through when they decide to step into their power and advocate for themselves. That’s where people like today’s guest, Julia Stephanides, come in. I met Julia a year ago at a weekend retreat where we connected while talking about the nature of work culture in the US and how it gets in the way of people finding and sustaining joy in their lives.

In this conversation, Julia and I are talking about how you can understand the law better, know your needs, and become your best advocate. We discuss common issues employees face in the workplace, Julia’s experiences with chronic health conditions, understanding what qualifies as a disability under the law, the importance of self-advocacy and awareness in securing reasonable accommodations at work, and more. 

Let's pull joy in together!

 

 

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