Embracing Aloha: The Importance of Self-Advocacy

In this conversation, Michelle A G Ebalaroza-Kawano shares her personal experience of advocating for herself during a scheduled interview. She emphasizes the importance of knowing one's worth and not settling for less than what was agreed upon. Through her story, she encourages listeners to speak up for themselves and choose alignment over the need for approval from others. The discussion highlights the Aloha spirit of self-advocacy and empowerment, reminding individuals that they deserve to be treated with respect and dignity.

• Never settle for less than what you agreed on.
• You should never shrink to make other people feel comfortable.
• Advocate for yourself because if you don't, who will?
• You're worth waiting for.
• It's okay to make others wait because you're worth it.
• You can be gracious and still have standards.
• Choose alignment over approval.
• Knowing your value means you don't have to settle.
• I learned that I don't have to settle.
• Know your worth and don't settle.

"You're worth waiting for."

"Choose alignment over approval."

"Know your worth and don't settle."

self-advocacy, worth, personal growth, empowerment, self-esteem, confidence, Aloha spirit, personal development, interview experience, boundaries