Episode 155 - Candice Snyder - From Tragedy to Triumph: Candice Snyder on Resilience, Gratitude, and Mental Health Advocacy.

This episode: From Tragedy to Triumph: Candice Snyder on Resilience, Gratitude, and Mental Health Advocacy.

Here’s what you’ll learn about:

Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast (0:00)

• Host Drew Deraney introduces Guest Candice Snyder on the podcast, expressing gratitude for the introduction by Rob Wentz.
• Drew discusses the concept of life being linear and how external circumstances can change our paths.
• He categorizes women into three types: those who ignore adversity, those who see it as a barrier, and those who take action to overcome it.
• Drew highlights Candice as an example of Woman number three, who takes proactive steps to overcome adversity.

Candice's Journey from Dental Hygienist to Direct Sales (2:31)

• Candice shares her background, including her father's influence in choosing a career in dental hygiene.
• She describes her initial interest in liberal arts and law but ultimately pursuing dental hygiene due to her father's guidance.
• Candice recounts a life-changing injury that forced her to leave her career as a dental hygienist.
• She discovered direct sales through making her own jewelry and connecting with a representative who inspired her.

Transition to Direct Sales and Personal Growth (4:01)

• Candice explains her involvement in direct sales for almost 10 years and the personal growth she experienced.
• She describes the impact of the company's decision to sell and her subsequent involvement with another company aligned with her science background.
• Candice shares her experience as a gratitude ambassador and the personal significance of being chosen for the program.
• She discusses the emotional impact of the virtual conference where she was recognized as a gratitude ambassador.

Starting the Podcast and Focusing on Mental Health (7:23)

• Candice's life coach suggested starting a podcast, despite her initial reluctance due to technology.
• She describes the podcast's focus on mental health, suicide prevention, and stories of transformation and resilience.
• Candice shares her personal experience of losing her brother to suicide and her efforts to advocate for mental health causes.
• She highlights the importance of the podcast in providing a platform for highlighting lesser-known organizations and causes.

Impact of Brother's Death and Advocacy Efforts (11:11)

• Candice discusses the impact of her brother's death on her family and her own persona...

Chapters

• (00:00:00) - Candace Snyder
• (00:01:46) - 3 Types of Women Who Face Adversity
• (00:08:09) - How a dental hygienist became a gratitude ambassador
• (00:11:47) - Mental Health on the Podcast
• (00:13:34) - How Did You Get Through The Suicide Crisis?
• (00:15:28) - Passion & Purpose: From the Podcast to Book
• (00:16:37) - Raiders Go To The Box
• (00:16:49) - How to Get In Touch With Candace Snyder
• (00:17:16) - How to Talk to Yourself When You're Younger
• (00:17:46) - Candace on Talking to Business
• (00:18:47) - Living the Life You Deserve