Advocating For Your Health
This week, Beth and Michal welcome Darrell Rogers, Director of Advocacy for the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, to discuss the important topic of health advocacy. Darrell’s career in Washington, D.C. is highlighted by directing several notable nonprofit organizations, working for a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, and running political campaigns. Darrell regularly appears in media and at conferences as a healthcare issue expert. For the past eight years, his work has been dedicated to protecting and promoting access to complementary and alternative healthcare. Darrell is also a Health Coach, having completed his training with the Institute for Integrative Nutrition.
In this episode we discuss…
What is health advocacy?
The important role of health advocates
The impact of health coaches in all areas of the world
How health coaching differs across the globe
How health coaches are perceived in the medical and legislative communities
The biggest barriers to change in health policy
Successes and opportunities transforming the health and wellness paradigm
The simplest way to follow through with your own health goals
How YOU too can make a difference at both the individual and policy levels as a Wellness Warrior and health advocate
And much more!
This is a compelling episode that you won’t want to miss if you care about your health (which we think you do)!
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