Summary: Aired Friday, 28 December 2018, 7:00 PM ET<br><br>Your Voice Matters: Finding Hope and Meaning Through Self Advocacy<br><br>This week’s guest is Pamela Jessen, founder and lead author of the blog ‘There Is Always Hope’ offering true stories and tips about thriving through chronic pain and invisible illnesses.<br><br>In this episode, Pamela shares her story of thriving regardless of her diagnosis including: <br>• The importance of self-care and self-love <br>• Understanding the power of intention and how to harness hope <br>• The gifts of chronic pain and invisible illness <br>• Ways to fearlessly speak your truth and become a strong self-advocate, <br>• plus so much more…<br><br>In addition to blogging, Pamela is an active volunteer with the Patient Voices Network, an organization in British Columbia that gives ordinary people the ability to have a say in how healthcare is delivered in our province. One of four committees she sits on is the PVN Oversight & Advisory Committee, plus other volunteer patient advocacy programs. Learn more about Pamela Jessen and her wonderful blog at: <a href="https://www.PamelaJessen.com/" rel="noopener">https://www.PamelaJessen.com/</a><br><br>And listen to our raw and real chat Friday, December 28th at 7 PM ET and later in video and podcast.
