The Risen Fallen Podcast
The Risen Fallen Podcast
Mark Henriksen
Advocate for Yourself: Stop Expecting People to Read Your Mind | Ep. #211
15 minutes Posted Jul 20, 2026 at 12:00 pm.
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In this episode of The Risen Fallen Podcast, I talk about what it really means to advocate for yourself in everyday life.
 
Whether it is asking for better treatment at work, communicating your needs in a relationship, addressing tension in a friendship, or pushing for answers in healthcare, too many people stay silent and expect others to understand what they are feeling.
 
That silence often turns into resentment, burnout, broken relationships, and missed opportunities.
 
Advocating for yourself does not mean being aggressive, entitled, or disrespectful. It means clearly communicating what you need, asking better questions, setting boundaries, and being willing to seek another opinion when something does not feel right.
 
People cannot respond to what you never say.
 
In this episode, I cover:
How unspoken expectations create resentment
Why your boss, partner, friends, or doctor may not know what you need
The difference between advocating for yourself and attacking others
How to speak up calmly and clearly
Why self-advocacy is essential in work, relationships, friendships, and healthcare
When speaking up reveals that it may be time to walk away
 
Your life is too important to leave entirely in the hands of people who may not know what you need.
 
The Risen Fallen Podcast explores mental health, personal growth, faith, discipline, relationships, and the mindset required to build a better life.
 
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