The importance of rest | Jesse Schewchuk | TEDxDevon

Jesse Schewchuk, founder of The Menopause Mission, shares her raw journey through burnout and back to balance. She reveals how rest is not weakness but power, and how letting go of guilt unlocks grace. With heartfelt storytelling and practical tools, Jesse empowers women to reclaim their energy, purpose, and joy—proving that when we prioritize ourselves, we don’t just survive… we rise. Jesse Schewchuk is a multi-award-winning television producer, keynote speaker, and bestselling author with over 20 years in media. She is the Founder and CEO of Modern Muse Media, where she helps businesses and professionals amplify their impact through powerful video storytelling. Jesse also leads The Menopause Mission, a nonprofit dedicated to transforming the conversation around menopause through education, advocacy, and community support.

After experiencing early-onset menopause and hospitalization from burnout, Jesse turned her challenges into a movement—co-authoring Redefining Menopause and producing the documentary series Making the M-Word Mainstream.

Recognized as one of Edify Magazine’s Top 40 Under 40, she is now a national voice for workplace wellness, women’s health, and storytelling as a catalyst for empowerment. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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