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2: Advocating with Heart: From Embarrassment to Empowerment
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Join Dr. Catherine Seo, Lisa Duerre, and their guest, Diana Dimmock, for a heart to heart conversation on advocating for oneself in the workplace and beyond. Diana shares her journey from being diagnosed with lipedema to becoming an accessibility advocate and educator. Discover the transformative impact of self-advocacy strategies, including the importance of using the word "because" to articulate needs effectively.
In this episode, you'll learn how Diana's advocacy for workplace accommodations benefited her and empowered others. Catherine announces an exciting initiative for Lipedema Awareness Month, featuring in-person gatherings known as Lipedema Simplified TRIBE Circles, designed to connect individuals globally.
Explore Diana's inspiring journey of self-discovery, finding joy in movement through dance, and the crucial role of community support in overcoming challenges like lipedema. Additionally, gain insights into the challenges faced by the lipedema community in Canada, including the lack of insurance coverage and awareness.
By sharing experiences and learning from one another, individuals with lipedema can feel empowered to navigate their journey confidently. Tune in to hear about the latest research developments offering hope for recognition and treatment within the lipedema community. This episode is a testament to the power of storytelling and connection in creating positive change.
Mentioned in this episode:
Emmy’s Box of Hope https://learn.lipedema-simplified.org/
Lipedema Awareness Month Heart to Heart TRIBE circles https://learn.lipedema-simplified.org/heart-circles
Diana Dimmock on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-d-a671ab137/
Lipedema: The Disease They Call Fat Documentary:
https://youtu.be/qeqZ0oBDpNk?si=xPKcjylLCu0XqS-f:
Lipedema Simplified Calendar of Events:
https://lipedema-simplified.org/events-calendar/
This episode is brought to you by:
Lipedema Simplified:
https://lipedema-simplified.org/
Lipedema Project:
https://lipedemaproject.org
RLD Group:
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