10 Hidden Costs of Staying Silent – Why We All Need Self-Advocacy
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What are the real costs of staying silent? Staying quiet might seem like the safe choice, but the long-term consequences can be significant. Discover how silence can impact your career, health, happiness, and relationships. Through inspiring stories from figures like Arianna Huffington, Sheryl Sandberg, and Serena Williams, you’ll see why advocating for yourself is essential. Tune in to this episode to discover:
✔️ How staying silent can lead to burnout and physical breakdown.
✔️ The importance of setting boundaries to prevent stress and resentment.
✔️ Why advocating for your health is crucial, as demonstrated by Serena Williams.
✔️ How overcoming fear in a male-dominated industry can lead to career advancement, as Mary Barra found.
✔️ The impact of believing in your bold vision, like Howard Schultz did for Starbucks.
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✅ Timestamps
00:00 Introduction: The Hidden Costs of Staying Silent
02:41 Arianna Huffington: The Price of Burnout
03:57 Sheryl Sandberg: The Importance of Setting Boundaries
05:25 Serena Williams: Advocating for Your Health
06:27 Mary Barra: Overcoming Fear in a Male-Dominated Industry
07:39 Howard Schultz: Believing in Your Bold Vision
10:17 Michelle Obama: Finding Fulfillment Beyond the Job
11:14 Viola Davis: Insisting on Better Roles
13:07 Marissa Mayer: The Toll of Overworking
14:11 Malala Yousafzai: Creating Positive Change
15:32 Lady Gaga: Speaking Up About Mental Health
16:39 Conclusion: Embracing Your Powerful Voice
17:41 Join the Self Advocacy Mastery Academy
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