While many holistic advisors may excel at creating comprehensive plans for clients' long-term care, health insurance, and retirement lifestyle needs, they often neglect these same considerations in their own lives. In this episode, host Kirsten Schlumbohm, Vice President and Head of Annuity Sales at C2P, sits down with Rebecca Bloom, author and founder of When Women Get Sick, to address a critical blind spot for financial advisors: their own health advocacy. From building your healthcare support team to effective communication with medical providers, this episode delivers actionable advice for female financial advisors who often prioritize their clients' well-being over their own health. Learn how to advocate for yourself in medical settings, manage the emotional journey of illness, and apply the same strategic planning skills to your health that you use in your financial practice.

Resources:

• Book: When Women Get Sick: An Empowering Approach for Getting the Support You Need by Rebecca Bloom
• Website: WhenWomenGetSick.com

Statistics:

• Research shows women's pain is often underestimated by healthcare providers
• Recent studies confirm many pain medications don't work as effectively for women as for men
• Women tend to be financially under resourced compared to men.