Episode Summary

What 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 Episode

• Why mindset is the one thing you can always control
• How to “triage” your life during overwhelming moments
• The power of small steps when everything feels impossible
• Why community matters more than going it alone
• A simple daily practice to reset your perspective

Key Takeaway

You don’t have to have it all figured out.

Just take the next step—and keep going.

About Heidi Siefkas

Heidi 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 Heidi

• Linktree: https://linktr.ee/HeidiSiefkas
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeidiNSiefkas
• Book link (Amazon): https://a.co/d/0qVuPEJ
• Book link (Ingram Spark): https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=cHWYFwnzpYmpVKTNuTp2affxjOntwyBCn54vfefF8rl

Connect with Doris

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: www.dunnwise.com
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/doris-dunn
• Schedule a Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/dunnwise-consulting/30min_discovery_call

Call to Action

If 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.

1. Real stories of resilience and personal growth
2. Conversations with people who have navigated change and challenge
3. Insights on mindset, clarity, and moving forward with purpose
4. Practical reflections you can apply to your own life or business

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Available on your favorite podcast platforms.

1. Email: [email protected]
2. Website: www.dunnwise.com
3. LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/doris-dunn

Schedule a Discovery Call:

https://calendly.com/dunnwise-consulting/30min_discovery_call