Meet Taniesha Hanson-DePluzer

 

We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Taniesha Hanson-DePluzer. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Taniesha below.

Taniesha, thanks so much for taking the time to share your insights and lessons with us today. We’re particularly interested in hearing about how you became such a resilient person. Where do you get your resilience from?

Resilience has been a cornerstone of my life, even before I fully understood its presence within me. Reflecting on my childhood, I realize that my resilience began to take shape during those formative years, often without my conscious awareness.

As a child, I often felt out of place, enduring episodes of bullying and frequent misunderstandings from those around me. These experiences pushed me into a shell, making me a quiet and timid individual. Yet, despite these challenging circumstances, there was always a flicker of determination within me—a desire to rise above my situation and strive for a better space. It was a perplexing dichotomy: the external world sought to silence me, while an internal drive propelled me toward activities where my voice needed to be heard.

This inner strength, whatever its origin, has been my constant companion. Today, one of the most profound sources of my resilience is the desire to create a lasting legacy for my children. I am driven by the aspiration to provide them with a head start in life, to offer them a gift that speaks to my enduring love and dedication. This vision fuels my perseverance, as I endeavor to build something meaningful and enduring for them.

Thanks, so before we move on maybe you can share a bit more about yourself?

I am in my element when I am creating something that benefits others. Whether it’s making a meal, planning an event, or crafting self-care products for family and friends, my ultimate joy comes from knowing the positive impact these creations have on their lives.

My brand, Indelible Bliss, emerged from two distinct dynamics. I was in a phase of feeling overwhelmed and needed a way to reduce my stress levels. Simultaneously, I had recently welcomed my daughter into the world and wanted to spend as much time with her as possible. This desire led me to seek a medium through which I could work from home, earn an income, and take care of her.

With these thoughts on my heart, I prayed for a vision of the way forward. The idea of soap and candle making came to me, and I dived headfirst into research. I quickly fell in love with the world of candle and soap making. This passion gave birth to Indelible Bliss. It felt like I was truly walking a path I loved. Since my teenage years, I had always been the one to DIY self-care products and happily share them with my family. My mother often suggested that I focus on making these products professionally, recognizing my talent even before I did. Today, crafting these items is my bliss.

Since opening my retail store in 2022, we’ve expanded to include an Artisan Corner featuring items created by other small businesses. We’ve also added several services: customization for birthdays, weddings, baby showers, and other special events; candle making classes; and wholesale/private labeling options.

Indelible Bliss is not just a business; it’s a testament to my journey and a symbol of resilience, creativity, and love.

Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?

1. Pushing Past Inhibitions: One of the most significant lessons from my journey is realizing how much we can achieve if we push past our inhibitions. Society, family, and even our own self-doubt often impose limitations on what we believe we can do. Overcoming these barriers—whether they come from naysayers or our own battle with imposter syndrome—has shown me the incredible potential within us all. The best thing you can do for yourself is to push through these obstacles and strive for your goals.

2. Embracing and Utilizing Talent: Another crucial insight is understanding that our talents will make room for us. I firmly believe that each of us is divinely endowed with unique talents and skills meant to bless the people in our lives and, by extension, the world. When we take that leap of faith and put our talents to use, the right people, circumstances, and opportunities will find us in ways that can be truly mind-blowing. Embracing my creative abilities and turning them into a thriving business has reinforced this belief.

3. Do it afraid: The final standout lesson is the importance of taking action, even when you’re afraid. Envisioning your wildest, biggest dreams and then doing the research, creating the product or service, and fully immersing yourself in the process is crucial. Fear of the outcome, fear of rejection, and negative self-talk are common obstacles, but pushing through these fears is essential. By doing it afraid, you reach the other side with immense pride and gratitude for having tried, regardless of the results. This approach has been instrumental in building my brand and achieving my goals.

What do you do when you feel overwhelmed? Any advice or strategies?

Presently, there are days when I truly feel overwhelmed, balancing the demanding roles of being a business owner, wife, and mother. Each of these responsibilities requires significant time and presence. Amidst these demands, it’s crucial to carve out time for self-care and rest.

One of the key methods I use to create balance in my life is indulging in the self-care products I create. These products, designed for self-care and rejuvenation, provide me with a much-needed respite. Taking time for myself using these products helps me recharge and maintain the mindset needed to effectively manage all my roles.

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