Aired Friday, 28 December 2018, 7:00 PM ET

Your Voice Matters: Finding Hope and Meaning Through Self Advocacy

This week’s guest is Pamela Jessen, founder and lead author of the blog ‘There Is Always Hope’ offering true stories and tips about thriving through chronic pain and invisible illnesses.

In this episode, Pamela shares her story of thriving regardless of her diagnosis including:
• The importance of self-care and self-love
• Understanding the power of intention and how to harness hope
• The gifts of chronic pain and invisible illness
• Ways to fearlessly speak your truth and become a strong self-advocate,
• plus so much more…

In addition to blogging, Pamela is an active volunteer with the Patient Voices Network, an organization in British Columbia that gives ordinary people the ability to have a say in how healthcare is delivered in our province. One of four committees she sits on is the PVN Oversight & Advisory Committee, plus other volunteer patient advocacy programs. Learn more about Pamela Jessen and her wonderful blog at: https://www.PamelaJessen.com/

And listen to our raw and real chat Friday, December 28th at 7 PM ET and later in video and podcast.