Season Two Episode One
Taking Your Power Back
In Season Two, Episode One of One Mouthy Dame, Judith discusses relearning how to say “no,” and taking your power back, particularly in medical situations. Asking questions and standing up for yourself is your right, dear one.
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Show Notes
Topics
• Relearning how to say “No”
• Listening to your inner voice when something doesn’t feel right
• Taking your power back, particularly in medical situations
•Asking questions of medical personnel
• Standing up for yourself
Quotes Worth Repeating
“Saying “no” to one thing allows you to say “yes” to something else” J Henry
“Take your power back.“ J Henry
“You have the right to ask questions of medical personnel and get answers.” J Henry
“You’re entitled to be treated in a respectful fashion.” J Henry
”They (medical personnel) are working for you. Not the other way around.” J Henry
”Let go of others’ expectations of you and focus more on what you want and need. You have earned that right, dear one.” J Henry
“Your doctor should make you feel: confident in their intellect and abilities; safe in their presence; respected; seen and heard.” Dr Sharon Malone
“The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any.” Alice Walker
Website/App/Book Recommendations
Questions to ask during a check-up
Other questions to ask your doctor
The Dutiful Daughter’s Guide To Caregiving
Grown Woman Talk by Sharon Malone, MD
