Have you ever felt guilty for needing something? For many ofus who grew up in trauma, that guilt runs deep. We learned early on to silence our needs... To stay quiet, to shrink, to avoid being “too much.”

Over time, that silence doesn’t just protect us, it traps us. It shows up as anxiety, stress, disconnection, even depression.

In this episode of Ride Your Tide, we’re talking about the power of personal advocacy, what it means to finally stand up for yourself, even when it feels uncomfortable or unsafe. I share a personal story about how advocating for my own healing became a turning point in my life, and how that same principle can help you move from survival mode into empowerment.

🌊 What you'll learn in this episode:

🗣️ Why trauma makes it so hard to speak up for yourself
💰 The emotional and nervous system costs of silencing your needs
🧭 How personal advocacy liberates your voice
😌 Simple, practical steps to start honoring your needs right now

Your needs are not a burden. They are your compass back to yourself. And when you learn to advocate for them, you step into the life you always knew, deep down, was possible.

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