It all makes sense now!: Self-Doubt and Self-Validation Cycle

Solo Episode
Written By Amy Wang-Hiller

In this deeply personal episode of the Thrive x Strive Musician Podcast, our host, Amy, shares her recent journey through the complexities of the healthcare system. After undergoing surgery for a tethered spinal cord and facing numerous challenges, Amy opens up about her struggles with self-doubt, the relief of validation, and the ongoing journey toward understanding and managing their health condition. And how musicians can also benefit from those lessons.

Key Highlights:

  1. Personal Life Update: Amy reflects on the emotional and physical challenges faced before and after the March surgery, revealing insights into dealing with a rare condition and its impact on daily life and professional pursuits.

  2. Navigating Healthcare: [Your Name] discusses strategies for tackling self-doubt when facing complex medical issues and the importance of self-advocacy in seeking accurate diagnoses and effective treatment.

  3. The Power of Self-Validation: A deep dive into the significance of trusting one's own experiences and feelings in the context of healthcare and how this self-validation can be a key factor in navigating the healthcare system.

  4. A Call to Action: Listeners are encouraged to follow [Your Name]'s journey on Instagram for more personal updates and to support the podcast by rating and reviewing on their preferred platform.

Full show notes will be on www.amywangviolin.com/podcast/
This podcast is only on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ND-ggwW_Jus
 So, if you are a disabled musician and love to talk about your story and experiences, you can reach out to thrivexstrive@gmail.com; or fill out the contact form on my website amywangviolin.com.

Amy Wang-Hiller

Amy Wang-Hiller is a violinist, educator, and disability advocate whose career was reshaped by her own journey with complex neurological conditions, including craniocervical instability (CCI) and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS). As Founder and Executive Director of the InclusiVibe Foundation, she transforms lived experience into inclusive concerts, research partnerships, and storytelling that bridge healthcare and the arts. Her work unites disabled artists, medical experts, and communities to advance equity, visibility, and systemic change.

http://inclusivibe.org
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