Have you ever felt unheard or dismissed in the doctor’s office? Ever felt like the clock is ticking down your 7-minute consultation while your concerns are brushed aside? Amanda, a fearless advocate for better women’s healthcare, joins me today as we dive deep into the harsh realities of our medical system. Through personal stories and candid conversations, we lay bare the challenges women face in navigating a system that often seems designed against them.
We begin by examining the current state of the US medical system and the unique struggles women endure. Amanda shares her painful journey of living with an undiagnosed disease for 20 years and the dismissive treatment she received that spurred her mission to catalyze change. From here, we switch gears to discuss the power of self-advocacy in healthcare. Shedding light on the crucial areas where women often feel let down, we offer practical tips on selecting the right medical team, asking the right questions, and empowering yourself to take control of your own health.
As we traverse the precarious balance between Eastern and Western medicine, we expose the educational gaps around female anatomy and the potential dangers of legislation that stifles these critical health discussions. Amanda’s vision for a future where younger generations embrace their bodies and engage in open health dialogues serves as an inspiring call to action. We conclude our discussion by sharing our empowering experiences with solo travel, and offering three actionable steps every woman can take to prioritize her health. This episode is a rallying cry for all women who have felt disempowered by the medical system – we hope you’ll join us on this transformative journey.
ABOUT AMANDA:
Amanda Laden is the Founder and CEO of Period to Pause, the leading platform for elevating people’s voices in their own health, healthcare treatment, and well-being. Amanda started Period to Pause to equip people to advocate for their needs, change a system that was not set up to support womxn and gender non-conforming folks, and to help people to rise, vocalize, and mobilize to change the healthcare system. She is also a Growth Strategist and the CEO of The Firebrand Institute, and works with organizations to create strategies to support diverse populations and create cultures of inclusion and belonging. In her spare time she hosts events over food and wine to create community, connection, and change. She currently resides in San Diego with her Bulldog/poodle rescue, Bernie. Fun facts – Amanda has traveled to over 50 countries and loves eating and drinking her way around the world.
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