What happens when your body is screaming, but the system stays silent?
In this powerful and unfiltered episode, Sahir Ahmed-Evans, Menopause Wellness Coach, speaker, and founder of SAE Empower Coaching, shares her deeply personal story of living with a heart condition, severe endometriosis, and going through medical menopause. From being dismissed by doctors to enduring emergency hospital visits, Sahir reveals what it means to advocate for yourself in a healthcare system that often fails to listen, especially to women of colour.
We talk about her decision to say yes to medical menopause, the trauma of feeling invisible, and how she channelled that pain into purpose, creating a new path in health and wellness. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever felt dismissed, unheard, or exhausted by the medical merry-go-round. It’s about finding your voice, building your power, and knowing that your experience matters.
What we cover:
(02:48): Sahir Ahmed-Evans’ background
(07:46): Dealing with the Fear and Reality of Heart Palpitations(13:34): Learning to Speak Up and Advocate for Myself
(18:28): When Women’s Health Gets Overlooked in Hospitals
(22:26): The Long Wait and Hope for Treatment
(28:41): The Fear and Anxiety After Saying Yes to Medical Menopause
(33:54): Building My Journey in Health and Wellness
(40:11): The Challenge of Getting Serious Health Issues Taken Seriously
(46:21): Facing Negativity with Confidence and Purpose
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