How do you maintain your inner peace when the pressure to feel merry conflicts with the reality of living with a health condition? What can you do when holiday gatherings bring unwanted opinions about your care, medication, or diagnosis? How can you honor grief or the loss of your health when everyone around you is celebrating?
In this new episode of Ask the Patient Advocate Podcast—part of our special "Health for the Holidays" mini-series—host Dr. Elena Borrelli explores the complex emotional realities of the festive season. Joining her is Dr. Shavon Romita (DHSc, M.S. Ed, LPC), a Michigan-based Licensed Professional Counselor and health science scholar who specializes in trauma, anxiety, and mental health therapies.
You don't have to navigate your health—or the holiday season—perfectly. Tune in to gain practical wisdom, grant yourself grace, and empower your emotional well-being this season.
Mastering self-advocacy is key to protecting your health and boundaries. If you are ready to gain the tools, confidence, and knowledge to navigate complex medical diagnoses and family dynamics, explore our comprehensive Self-Advocacy Course.
Looking for personalized support? If you need a dedicated private patient advocate to walk alongside you or your family, call us today at 947-517-8395 to learn how we can help.
If you have questions or topics you'd like us to explore, don't hesitate to reach out to us at advocate@pathwaypa.com. Remember, with the right advocate by your side, managing your health becomes a journey of empowerment and clarity.
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