DunnWise Perspectives

What does it take to keep going when no one sees the battles you’re fighting?In this conversation, Jason Rappoport shares the unseen side of resilience. From childhood bullying and addiction to loss, recovery, and a life-saving heart and kidney transplant, his story is raw, honest, and ultimately hopeful.This episode is a reminder that strength is not always loud. The hardest fights are often the ones no one else can see.In This Episode, We Discuss:The hidden impact of bullying and early health challengesAddiction, loss, and what “rock bottom” really feels likeThe turning point that led to long-term sobrietyRedefining what it means to be “sober”Why vulnerability and connection are essential to healingKey TakeawaysYou are not alone—even when it feels like you areRock bottom can be the beginning of real changeLasting transformation starts from withinVulnerability and humility are essential to growthConnection and community can change everythingAbout Jason RappoportJason Rappoport is a heart and kidney transplant survivor and a man in long-term recovery whose life has been shaped by resilience, loss, and transformation. With a 25-year career in high-performance sales and leadership, he understands what it means to operate under pressure, but his greatest lessons have come from the personal challenges he’s faced along the way.Connect with JasonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin/in/rappoportsellsConnect with DorisEmail: [email protected]: www.dunnwise.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/doris-dunnSchedule a Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/dunnwise-consulting/30min_discovery_callWant to Be a Guest?Have a story of resilience, reinvention, or overcoming a challenge?I’d love to hear from you.👉 Submit your story here: https://forms.gle/gJWpVcsZ5wTwfAgSA

In this powerful episode of DunnWise Perspectives, Doris sits down with Tremale Delano to explore a story of resilience, identity, and the unexpected paths that shape who we become.Tremale shares his journey from being passed through the foster care system in Los Angeles to building a successful career in construction and real estate management. Raised by a remarkable foster mother who believed deeply in the potential of every child, he was taught early on that his circumstances did not define his future.But what makes this story truly unforgettable is the belief that drove him for years—that his biological father was a successful attorney who wanted nothing to do with him. That belief fueled his ambition, his work ethic, and his desire to prove something bigger.Until he discovered… it wasn’t true.In this conversation, Tremale opens up about:Growing up in foster care and the impact of unconditional beliefThe role of forgiveness in shaping his mindsetHow a powerful—but inaccurate—story drove his successWhat happened when that story unraveledWhy life isn’t black and white—and how perspective changes everythingThe mindset shift from “one path” to discovering new doorsThis episode is a reminder that even the stories we question—or outgrow—can still serve a purpose. And sometimes, the path we didn’t plan leads exactly where we’re meant to go.Key TakeawayYour beginnings don’t determine your destinationBeliefs—true or not—can shape your trajectoryMindset isn’t about avoiding setbacks, but reframing themWhen one door closes, another may already be open—you just have to lookLife is less about certainty and more about perspectiveAbout Tremale DelanoTremale Delano is a storyteller who takes his audiences on a riveting journey of discovery, using cinematic storytelling and honest reflections to foster transformative thinking. His signature style has been shaped, in part, by competing in the annual Toastmasters International Speech Contest, where he most recently advanced as a semifinalist in the 2024 World Championship of Public Speaking. With a degree in architecture and nearly two decades of experience in commercial construction management, Tremale uses his unique builder’s mindset to bring conceptual ideas to life.Connect with TremaleEmail: [email protected]: Tremale Delano, LEED AP | LinkedInYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/PoignantEnigma/videosConnect with DorisEmail: [email protected]: www.dunnwise.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/doris-dunnSchedule a Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/dunnwise-consulting/30min_discovery_callWant to Be a Guest?Have a story of resilience, reinvention, or overcoming a challenge? I’d love to hear from you.👉 Submit your story here: https://forms.gle/gJWpVcsZ5wTwfAgSA

Episode SummaryWhat would you do if one moment pushed you to the edge—and then changed the entire direction of your life?In this powerful episode of DunnWise Perspectives, Doris Dunn sits down with Quintina Waller, founder of Hope Station, to share a story of resilience, faith, and purpose that began in one of the darkest moments of her life.After being denied basic assistance while caring for her newborn, Quintina found herself facing overwhelming emotional and financial stress—along with thoughts she had never experienced before. But in that moment, everything shifted. What followed was not just survival, but the creation of something that has now helped thousands of women in Middle Tennessee.Quintina shares how Hope Station was born, how she turned personal hardship into a mission, and what it really takes to keep going when the path is uncertain.In This EpisodeThe moment that sparked Hope StationLiving in the “gap” between income and stabilityMindset, faith, and moving forwardThe importance of focus and storytellingAsking for help without shameKey TakeawayYou are not the only one going through what you're facing—and the very thing you're struggling with may be the thing you're meant to solve.About Quintina WallerQuintina Waller is the Founder and Executive Director of Hope Station, a nonprofit serving Rutherford and Davidson counties. Hope Station provides rent, utility, and mortgage assistance to single working mothers who fall into the gap—earning too much for government support, yet still struggling to make ends meet.Since its founding, Hope Station has helped thousands of women maintain stable housing and navigate life’s unexpected challenges.Connect with QuintinaEmail: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.com/quintina.sisneyWebsite: https://www.hopestationtn.org/Connect with DorisEmail: [email protected]: www.dunnwise.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/doris-dunnSchedule a Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/dunnwise-consulting/30min_discovery_callWant to Be a Guest?Have a story of resilience, reinvention, or overcoming a challenge?I’d love to hear from you.👉 Submit your story here: https://forms.gle/gJWpVcsZ5wTwfAgSA

Episode SummaryWhat do you do when life changes in an instant?In this first episode of DunnWise Perspectives, Doris Dunn sits down with author and speaker Heidi Siefkas to talk about resilience, reinvention, and the power of mindset.After surviving a devastating accident, personal betrayal, and later the loss of the love of her life, Heidi shares how she learned to focus on what she could control—and rebuild from there.This is a conversation about real life, real loss, and real strength. In This EpisodeWhy mindset is the one thing you can always controlHow to “triage” your life during overwhelming momentsThe power of small steps when everything feels impossibleWhy community matters more than going it aloneA simple daily practice to reset your perspectiveKey TakeawayYou don’t have to have it all figured out.Just take the next step—and keep going.About Heidi SiefkasHeidi Siefkas is an author, speaker, TEDx presenter, and host of The Look Up Mindset Podcast. She shares powerful stories of resilience and helps others navigate life’s toughest moments with strength and perspective.Connect with HeidiLinktree: https://linktr.ee/HeidiSiefkasFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeidiNSiefkasBook link (Amazon): https://a.co/d/0qVuPEJBook link (Ingram Spark): https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=cHWYFwnzpYmpVKTNuTp2affxjOntwyBCn54vfefF8rlConnect with DorisEmail: [email protected]: www.dunnwise.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/doris-dunnSchedule a Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/dunnwise-consulting/30min_discovery_callCall to ActionIf this conversation resonated with you, don’t let it stop here. Take a moment to reflect on where you might be stuck—and what your next step could be. If you’re ready for more clarity and direction, I’d love to connect.Want to Be a Guest?Have a story of resilience, reinvention, or overcoming a challenge? I’d love to hear from you.👉 Submit your story here: https://forms.gle/gJWpVcsZ5wTwfAgSA

Welcome to DunnWise Perspectives.This podcast was inspired by a simple realization: the most powerful stories of resilience aren’t just my own—they’re all around us.Over the past few years, I’ve been writing about mindset, growth, and what it takes to move forward when things feel uncertain. Along the way, I kept meeting people with incredible stories—stories of challenge, change, and courage.This podcast brings those stories to life.In DunnWise Perspectives, you’ll hear a mix of solo episodes and conversations with people who have faced difficult moments and found a way forward—not perfectly, but intentionally.If you’ve ever felt stuck, uncertain, or unsure of your next step, this podcast is for you.New episodes drop every other Friday (for now), and you can listen wherever you get your podcasts—for free.🎯 What You’ll Hear on This PodcastReal stories of resilience and personal growthConversations with people who have navigated change and challengeInsights on mindset, clarity, and moving forward with purposePractical reflections you can apply to your own life or business🔔 Subscribe, Follow & ListenFollow DunnWise Perspectives so you don’t miss an episode.Available on your favorite podcast platforms.💬 Connect with DorisEmail: [email protected]: www.dunnwise.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/doris-dunnSchedule a Discovery Call:https://calendly.com/dunnwise-consulting/30min_discovery_call