Episode 5

Self-Advocacy Series: Chatting with Elona Washington

Published on: 9th August, 2023

This is the fourth and final episode of the self-advocacy series. Our guest today is Elona Washington, a marketing strategist and advocate against child abuse and trafficking. Elona has an incredible story and most amazing is how she links her passion for advocacy and marketing into an amazing solution! Tune in to get the full story.

Trigger Warning: This podcast will mention trauma associated with the result of sexual assault and attempted suicide. While we do not go into specifics, some details may be disturbing for some listeners. Please engage in self-care as you listen to this episode.

Quick Notes from Today's Episode:

- Learning the importance of spending time alone

- The Power of Boundaries

- Dealing with Depression

To learn more about Elona's journey:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/elonawashington/

https://sleek.bio/the-authors-journey


If you are dealing with thoughts of suicide or are complementing causing physical harm to yourself, please call or text 9-8-8.

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Ready to begin your advocacy journey, sign up for a free, discovery session with me today:

https://pages.amethystpalaverhut.com/empoweredsolo


Take care!

Grace S.


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Hi there friend,

I'm Grace Simmons! I teach women to travel with intention, from sacrificing their dreams to confidently creating a life that reflects joy, curiosity, and growth. My journey from a U.S. Army Veteran to a travel mindset coach and entrepreneur taught me resilience, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to helping others unlock their full potential. I founded the Amethyst Palaver Hut LLC to empower individuals to discover new personal and professional horizons.

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