#108 Resilience is Your Superpower with Denise Schwendeman

My dear friend Denise and I talk about resilience, navigating the world of childhood cancer, what it’s like for the sibling, and how joy is found in the ordinary moments. You’ll feel her effervescent light shine through our conversation and be inspired by her unique perspectives and zest for life. Denise offers so much hope and inspiration.

Today’s takeaways from our conversation:

1. If you're living in the moment, it feels timeless. But if you’re projecting what could, should, or might happen, you’re speeding up time.
2. Resilience allows you to grow outward, not inward. It’s about expanding into life, not retreating.
3. You can’t compete with other people’s superpowers—and you don’t need to. Honor your own unique gifts instead.
4. You can’t control your thoughts, but you can control your words.
5. We often over-explain ourselves to strangers for no reason. When others don’t “get it,” ask yourself why their understanding matters so much.
6. Even in suffering, there is joy and blessings to be found.
7. Think beyond yourself and do something for someone else. It will bring you far more joy than retail therapy ever could.
8. If you don’t make a big deal of something, it will pass quickly.
9. Without resilience, you risk losing the opportunities and gifts life gives you.

Bio:

Denise is a seasoned expert in the field of essential oils, with over 18 years of experience under her belt. As a leader of a team of thousands, she has made significant contributions to the essential oil industry, and is currently employed by the largest essential oil company in the world known for producing the purest oils.

With a deep passion for health and wellness, Denise has dedicated her career to educating others about the benefits of essential oils and supplements and helping them integrate both into their daily routines to increase their health & vitality. Her expertise in this field has been recognized globally, and she is highly regarded as an industry leader and innovator. She is a published author in the book, “No-Problem Parenting – Raising your kiddos with more confidence & Less Fear.” A #1 seller on Amazon. 

Outside of her professional pursuits, Denise is a proud mother of two adult children – both of which she works with in the business. She values family time and cherishes the memories she has created with her loved ones over the years. In her free time, she enjoys reading & researching, traveling, and exploring new cultures.

You can reach her at  dschwendeman@mac. com. She answer all her emails and is always happy to meet someone for coffee, whether it's virtually or in person. 

The information presented on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or prescribe for any medical or psychological condition, nor to prevent, treat, mitigate or cure any such conditions.