Mattie Duppler has spent her career close to power, on Capitol Hill, in media, and inside high-stakes policy environments, but she's also lived through the quieter, personal cost that comes with it. In this episode, Terri and Mattie explore their shared roots in ambition and public service, and the moment rebirth begins: when you step away, tell the truth, and choose to rebuild a life that actually fits.

Mattie reflects on a pivotal turning point in 2016 that led her to leave Capitol Hill, train as a yoga teacher, start her own consulting business, and commit to a mission of making economics and finance accessible—not gatekept. Together, they unpack self-fidelity, inner drishti (your internal gaze), listening to the body's signals when you're out of alignment, and redefining legacy while raising kids and still asking, "What do I want to be when I grow up?".

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why 2016 cracked something open for both Terri and Mattie
• The hidden cost of power and the erosion of principled politics
• Leaving Capitol Hill and redefining what "impact" looks like
• The body as a messenger: stress, burnout, and the signals we ignore
• Building a consulting business without a roadmap—and why "not ready" can be enough
• Self-fidelity, getting off the hamster wheel, and choosing alignment
• Inner drishti and intuition as centering forces
• Why financial headlines never tell the full story
• What to understand about monetary policy and the Federal Reserve
• Legacy as lived action—and why a love of learning matters
• Spiritual practices that actually work in real life: running, yoga, and puzzles

Resources:

• Limitless by Jeanna Smialek
• America's Bank by Roger Lowenstein
• Concept to explore: monetary policy and the role of the Federal Reserve

This episode is sponsored by BestSelfCo: Transformation doesn't happen by accident; it's a daily practice. BestSelfCo creates guided journals and tools designed to help you reflect, focus, and take aligned action. Use code TERRI for 15% off.

Follow Mattie:

• Website: Mattie Duppler
• Instagram & YouTube: @MattieDC
• Podcast: The Tradeoff

Follow Terri & Roots+Rebirth™:

• Instagram & YouTube: @rootsandrebirthpodcast
• Website: movementmakercollective.com
• Social: @TerriBroussard

This episode is sponsored by BestSelfCo: Transformation doesn't happen by accident; it's a daily practice. BestSelfCo creates guided journals and tools designed to help you reflect, focus, and take aligned action. Use code TERRI for 15% off.

Disclaimer: This episode is for informational and educational purposes only and is not professional advice. If you need medical, legal, or mental health support, please consult a qualified professional.

Transformation begins with a single step, and sometimes, it's a return to your roots.

In this empowering episode of Roots + Rebirth, Terri Broussard welcomes Cathryn Lavery, founder of Best Self Co., for a vulnerable and visionary conversation about building, breaking, and bravely beginning again.

Cathryn shares how she went from architect in NYC to entrepreneur in Austin, how a single journal helped her manage undiagnosed ADHD, and how selling (and eventually buying back) her company transformed her inside and out.

Through business betrayal, burnout, motherhood, and mindset shifts, Cathryn has reclaimed her joy, her purpose, and her legacy. Whether you're navigating your own reinvention or looking to lead with more intention, this episode is a beautiful reminder that starting over doesn't mean failure, it often means freedom.

In This Episode, You'll Discover:

• How Cathryn Lavery launched Best Self Co. after leaving architecture
• What it really took to grow a journaling product into a million-dollar brand
• The story behind her company's sale, and why she bought it back
• Her tools for spiritual grounding: journaling, breathwork, and mindful rituals
• Why success means building a life and business you never want to walk away from
• How to lead from a place of fun, flow, and intentional impact

Let's Grow Together:

If Cathryn's story inspired your next step or next journal entry, share this episode with a friend who's rewriting their own story. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and tag us when you're listening!

Follow Us On Instagram:

• @rootsandrebirthpodcast
• @TerriBWilliams
• @cathryn.lavery
• @bestselfco

#RootsAndRebirth #CathrynLavery #BestSelfCo #WomenInBusiness #EntrepreneurRebirth #StartOverStrong #MindfulLeadership #PurposeDrivenLife #TransformationJourney #JournalingForGrowth #AuthenticLeadership #ResilientWomen

In this powerful and deeply honest episode of Roots + Rebirth, host Terri R. Broussard sits down with family law attorney Hannah Hembree Bell for a conversation that reframes divorce not as failure, but as a pivotal moment of self-trust, strategy, and rebirth.

Drawing from both professional expertise and lived experience, Hannah shares why divorce can make you bitter or better, and how that choice becomes the compass for everything that follows. Terri weaves in her own story, reflecting on what it means to wake up knowing you are no longer where you are meant to be, and how clarity, energy work, and courage can guide life-altering decisions.

This episode is about reclaiming self-worth, starting with the end in mind, and learning to bet on yourself, even when the outcome is uncertain. It is a grounded, practical, and compassionate guide for anyone standing at the edge of a major transition.

🔑 In This Episode, You'll Discover: ● Why divorce is a process, not a single decision ● How to determine when the cost of staying outweighs the cost of leaving ● The difference between reacting emotionally and moving strategically ● Why self-worth is often the real catalyst for change ● How to prepare financially, emotionally, and mentally before filing ● What it means to "start with the end in mind" during major life transitions ● How Hannah built a values-driven law practice rooted in integrity and trust

💬 Notable Quotes:

"Divorce can make you bitter or it can make you better. You get to choose." — Hannah Hembree Bell

"When the cost of staying exceeds the cost of leaving, it's time to listen." — Hannah Hembree Bell

"Sometimes rebirth starts the moment you stop waiting for your real life to begin." — Terri Broussard

📣 Let's Grow Together If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who may be standing at a crossroads. Leave a review, subscribe, and tag us when you listen.

🪴 Follow & Connect: → @rootsandrebirthpodcast → @TerriBroussard → hembreebell.com → myconfident.com/guide

📲 Follow us on Instagram: @rootsandrebirthpodcast

✨ Hosted by: Terri R. Broussard

🏷️ Hashtags: #RootsAndRebirth #BitterOrBetter #ConfidentDivorce #WomenChoosingThemselves #LifeTransitions #StrategicRebirth #SoulfulLeadership #MovementMakers

In this profound and illuminating episode of Roots + Rebirth, Terri welcomes Dr. Amy Robbins, a clinical psychologist, spiritual intuitive, and host of the acclaimed podcast Life, Death, and the Space Between.

What begins as a conversation about intuition and mediumship quickly expands into a soul-level exploration of grief, alignment, spiritual awakening, and the unseen guidance that walks with us through life's darkest and brightest moments.

Amy shares how the unexpected death of her aunt cracked open her intuitive gifts, how messages from loved ones across the veil shaped her purpose, and why she believes we are living through a spiritual crisis disguised as a mental health crisis.

Together, they explore:

• How intuitive messages from the other side first appeared in Amy's life
• The difference between intuition, mediumship, and soul communication
• Why grief can be a portal to purpose, healing, and connection
• The "lily pads" that show up when you are aligned with your soul
• How spirituality and psychology can coexist in clinical practice
• Why therapists must learn to hold spiritual experiences without pathologizing them
• What it means to trust your inner knowing even when life feels out of control

Whether you are a therapist, a seeker, someone navigating loss, or someone longing for deeper meaning, this episode is a reminder that our intuition is always speaking—and our loved ones are always closer than we think.

🔥 Key Moments

[0:00] Terri's welcome and the divine timing around this conversation [1:41] Terri shares her grandmother's transition + the veil thinning [2:39] Amy's Chicago roots and growing up in a materialist, science-driven family [4:11] The sudden loss of her aunt at 48 and how it changed everything [7:16] Anxiety, misalignment, and the job that was "soul crushing" [9:13] Leaving corporate life and rediscovering meaning in psychology [12:00] Amy's first visits from her aunt across the veil [14:43] Messages validated by her family + recognizing undeniable signs [16:10] Gifts reemerging through patients + searching for a trusted mentor [18:50] How intuition works + how to tell a visit from a dream [21:20] Integrating spirituality quietly into clinical work [25:12] Why Amy believes we're in a spiritual crisis, not a mental health crisis [28:01] What happens when you ignore your intuition vs. when you follow it [31:49] "Lily pads" as soul breadcrumbs guiding your life path [35:03] Terri's own intuitive experience on her wedding day [36:57] How therapists can responsibly integrate spiritual experiences [40:06] Parenting, projection, and raising spiritually aware children [43:01] Amy's advice for people who think they may be intuitive [47:04] How to find a trustworthy, ethical teacher [47:44] Amy's retreat, courses, and the book she is calling in

💡 Takeaways & Inspiration

✨ Grief can open the door to our deepest spiritual gifts ✨ Intuition is your soul speaking—trust it before you outsource it ✨ Alignment creates momentum, and misalignment creates anxiety ✨ Loved ones often communicate through subtle, unmistakable signs ✨ A spiritual crisis often looks like depression, burnout, or confusion ✨ Your soul is patient, but it will always call you back to yourself ✨ Healing happens at the intersection of psychology and spirit

🔗 Resources + Mentions

🎙️ Amy's Podcast: Life, Death, and the Space Between 📚 Mentioned: Sylvia Browne's early mediumship writings 🌿 Healing modalities: Intuition training, spiritual integration in therapy 🧘‍♀️ Upcoming Retreat: Austin-based mind-body-soul immersion 💫 Connect with Amy: @dramyrobbins 🌐 Website + Courses: dramyrobbins.com

📝 Terri's Blog: MovementMakerCollective.com 🌿 Connect with Terri: @TerriBroussardWilliams

🙏 Final Note from Terri

"Amy's story reminded me that intuition is not magical thinking—it is soul language. When we slow down enough to listen, we realize we are supported, guided, and loved far beyond what our physical eyes can see. Trust the whispers. Trust the timing. Trust the light."

Welcome to Roots+Rebirth™, a Movement Maker Collective podcast hosted by Terri Broussard Williams. This week, we're revisiting our very first episode for any new listeners joining our community.

In this soul-stirring pilot, host Terri Broussard Williams introduces the heart and vision of Roots + Rebirth. She reflects on her own transformation after a life-altering accident and invites listeners into a sacred space where stories of resilience, spiritual growth, and legacy unfold. Terri shares how being still led her to discover "The Great Me-Set" and why honoring your inner wisdom is the key to authentic leadership and joyful living. This episode is a love letter to those ready to embrace change, reconnect with purpose, and leave a lasting impact.

Terri Broussard Williams is a dynamic changemaker, movement builder, and award-winning lobbyist. As founder of the Movement Maker platform and author of Find Your Fire, named #6 on Cosmopolitan Magazine's Best 20 Non Fiction Books of 2020. Terri is a trusted voice for transformation, leadership, and social good. Her podcast Roots + Rebirth continues this mission—spotlighting stories that inspire authentic living and joyful legacies.

Key Takeaways

• Learn about the origins of Roots + Rebirth and its mission

• Discover the spiritual awakening behind Terri's "Great Me-Set"

• Meet the Co-Founders of Seeking Center

• Explore how stillness, struggle, and self-reflection can become doorways to transformation

• Be inspired to reflect on your own rebirth story

Resources & Inspiration

• Learn more about Terri and the Movement Maker Collective at movementmakercollective.com

• Get Terri's acclaimed book Find Your Fire and spark change from within

• Learn more about Seeking Center at theseekingcenter.com

• Join the conversation on Instagram: @TerriBWilliams @rootsandrebirthpodcast

Disclaimer: This podcast is intended to uplift, educate, and support your personal journey of growth. Terri is not a medical or mental health professional. If you're in need of support, please seek help from a qualified expert.

Sponsors: This episode is produced in collaboration with Seeking Center.

In this soulful episode of Roots + Rebirth, Terri welcomes Brooke Nichol, a board-certified aesthetic nurse specialist, founder of Saving Face, and spiritual leader in the beauty industry.

What began as a leap of faith from Mississippi to Los Angeles turned into a multimillion-dollar aesthetic empire in Austin, Texas—but Brooke's story isn't just about success. It's about surrender. In this episode, you'll hear how one woman's deep commitment to presence, healing, and authenticity transformed not only her life but the lives of her clients and community.

Together, they explore:

- Brooke's journey from critical care nursing to aesthetic entrepreneurship

- The spiritual awakening that followed long-haul COVID

- How she integrates nervous system work, somatic healing, and soulful leadership

- The culture she's building at Saving Face—and why she doesn't "do discounts"

- How grief, angels, and alignment guide her daily work

- What it truly means to live with joy, purpose, and grace

Whether you're a beauty industry professional, a purpose-driven leader, or someone seeking a deeper relationship with self, this episode offers a powerful reminder: beauty begins within.

Takeaways & Inspiration:

✨ Presence is the new productivity

✨ Grief can be sacred ground for rebirth

✨ Leadership starts in the nervous system

✨ You are allowed to be both soul-led and business-savvy

✨ Make space for stillness—it's where your guidance lives

Resources + Mentions:

💉 Saving Face Aesthetics: savingfaceaustin.com

📍 Locations: Austin, Lakeway, and Bee Cave, TX

📚 Mentioned: The Gospel of Mary Magdalene

🧘‍♀️ Healing practices: Somatic therapy, breathwork, psilocybin microdosing

💫 Connect with Brooke: @savingfaceaustin

📝 Terri's Blog: MovementMakerCollective.com

🌿 Connect with Terri: @TerriBroussardWilliams

Final Note from Terri: "Brooke's story reminded me that beauty is not just what we reflect—it's what we reclaim. In stillness, in healing, in truth, we are reborn. And when we lead from that space? We don't just change lives. We light them."

In this episode of Roots+Rebirth™, Terri sits down with Terrica Skaggs, CEO and Founder of Terrica Inc., an award-winning brand-strategy and image consultancy empowering women to walk boldly in their brilliance.

From digital pen-pals in 1990s chatrooms to purpose-driven leaders today, Terri and Terrica unpack the art of reinvention, the discipline behind self-confidence, and how boundaries, faith, and joy can all be business strategies.

It's an honest, laughter-filled masterclass in self-leadership—rooted in resilience, radiance, and real-world wisdom.

If you've ever questioned your worth or your "what's next," this episode is your permission slip to believe again.

💫 What You'll Hear

• Parallel Paths & Divine Timing: How a decades-long friendship born online turned into real-life sisterhood and collaboration.

• Confidence as Currency: Why your words are "contracts with your future"—and how to stop over-qualifying your greatness.

• Rebirth in Real Time: From law school to leadership, divorce to destiny—Terrica shares how to pivot with grace and grit.

• Boundaries as a Business Plan: Learning to say "No" as a form of self-care and client excellence.

• Motherhood & Modeling Strength: Why showing your kids the messy middle matters more than the perfect outcome.

• Celebration as Practice: How to create core memories from ordinary moments and design a life that fits.

🧠 Terri's Takeaway

"Legacy is built in presence—how people feel when you walk in, and how they believe when you walk out. Terrica reminded me that confidence is not a gift; it's a discipline rooted in self-trust and boundaries."

🔥 Terrica's Spark

"Treat your words like contracts with your future."

✨ Connect with Terrica Skaggs

• 🌐 TerricaInc.com

• 💫 Social Links: TerricaInc.com/social

• 💼 Follow @introducingTerrica for confidence tips & leadership insights

🙌 Subscribe + Join the Movement

Love this episode? Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Roots + Rebirth™ on your favorite podcast platform.

For more stories and strategies to fuel your own rebirth: 🌱 Visit MovementMakerCollective.com 📲 Follow Terri on all platforms @TerriBroussardWilliams

Disclaimer: The content shared on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. If you need medical, mental health, or other professional support, please consult a qualified expert.

In this episode of Roots + Rebirth™, Terri sits down with Seth Cohen, former Chief Impact Officer of Forbes Magazine and co-founder of Optimistic Labs. Known for his visionary leadership and gift for community-building, Seth shares the blueprint behind "applied optimism," the power of belonging, and the deeply personal journey that led him to reinvent how we approach impact, faith, and transformation.

Seth and Terri dive into everything from the messy middle of career pivots, and how titles don't define purpose. It's a soul-filled conversation on why allyship is a renewable resource, what it means to live an examined life, and how Seth's quiet revolution is already reshaping movements for good. If you're craving an honest reflection on rebirth, leadership, and creating joyful legacies—this one's for you.

What You'll Hear:

• A behind-the-scenes look at how the Reality Israel program redefined spiritual and social transformation

• Why titles can be masks, and the shift from external validation to inner calling

• How Optimistic Labs is helping leaders co-create solutions in faith, sport, and policy

• The 3 traits of an Applied Optimist: Purpose. Knowledge. Wonder.

• The invisible power of community—and how to cultivate it even in times of loneliness

• Why allyship is "a replenishable resource" and a call to action for those holding privilege

• Seth's roots: From lawyer to movement builder, and the powerful role of family, faith, and Atlanta in shaping his path

Terri's Takeaway: "When it's all said and done, what matters more is what's done than what's said. Seth reminded me that even when the title fades, the impact remains. Legacy is built in the unseen, consistent moments of showing up for others—and ourselves."

Seth's Spark: "Privilege is a replenishable resource. We are all privilege in some way. So why not give it away, every day?"

Connect with Seth Cohen:

• 🌐 OptimisticLabs.com

• 💌 Subscribe to Notes from an Optimistic Tribe on Substack

• 💼 LinkedIn

Subscribe + Join the Movement

Love this episode? Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Roots + Rebirth™ on your favorite podcast platform. Want more tools and stories to guide your journey?

Follow @rootsandrebirthpodcast on all platforms!

🌱 Visit MovementMakerCollective.com 📲 Follow Terri on all platforms: @TerriBroussardWilliams

Disclaimer: The content shared on this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. If you need medical, mental health, or other professional support, please consult a qualified expert.

In this joyful and faith-fueled episode of Roots + Rebirth™, Terri Broussard Williams sits down with Angela Beeler, co-founder and CEO of REFIT® Revolution—a national fitness movement rooted in radical belonging, faith, and whole-person wellness.

Angela opens up about how burnout in motherhood led her to a group fitness class that unexpectedly changed the course of her life—and ultimately sparked a global revolution of healing through movement. Together, Terri and Angela explore the power of sacred "yeses," the role of joy in leadership, and how we all can create space where every body belongs.

Whether you're a movement maker, a recovering overachiever, or someone seeking deeper connection to your body and spirit—this conversation will remind you: your rebirth may begin with a whisper.

Takeaways & Inspiration

✨ Your "yes" doesn't need to be loud—it just needs to be true ✨ Movement can be a path to healing, not just fitness ✨ Leadership begins with self-awareness and spiritual grounding ✨ You already have what you need to begin again ✨ A joyful legacy is one that leaves people feeling seen, safe, and whole

Resources & Mentions

• 🕊️ REFIT® Revolution: www.refitrev.com

• 📺 REFIT® on YouTube: REFIT® Revolution YouTube Channel

• 🫶 Angela Beeler on Instagram: @angelabeeler

• 📝 Terri's blog: MovementMakerCollective.com

• 💫 Connect with Terri: @TerriBroussardWilliams on Instagram

Final Note from Terri: "Rebirth doesn't always come crashing in—it often arrives as a whisper. In Angela's story, we are reminded that joy, belonging, and impact begin when we stop striving and start centering. You belong here. Yes, you."

In this powerful episode of Roots + Rebirth, Terri sits down with Cherie Hager, CEO and co-founder of Saalt, a certified B Corp on a mission to make reusable period care mainstream—and restore dignity to people around the globe.

From a chance blog post and Facebook message to a global impact in over 50 countries, Cherie shares the soul-shifting story of how one YES can change everything.

Together, they explore:

• The story behind Saalt's founding

• Period poverty and menstrual equity in rural Uganda

• How faith and family fuel Cherie's leadership

• The role of work-life integration in growing an eight-figure business

• Saalt's bold innovations—from period cups to on-site preschools

• What it means to build a legacy rooted in wholeness and social good

Whether you're an aspiring founder, purpose-driven leader, or someone seeking a deeper connection to your calling, this episode will remind you that transformation often begins with a whisper—and becomes a movement.

Takeaways & Inspiration

✨ One YES can ripple across the world. ✨ Wholeness is found when faith, family, and purpose align. ✨ You don't need a business degree—you need a WHY and hustle. ✨ Leadership can be bold, joyful, and deeply spiritual. ✨ Work-life integration is possible—and powerful.

Resources + Mentions

• 🌍 Saalt: www.saalt.com (That's Saalt with two A's!)

• 🛍️ Available at: Target, Walmart, Whole Foods, REI, Walgreens, Amazon, and Nordstrom.com

• 🤝 Learn more about period poverty & Saalt's global giveback work

• 📝 Terri's Blog: MovementMakerCollective.com

• 💫 Connect with Terri: @TerriBroussardWilliams on socials

Final Note from Terri

"You never know the power of a yes. Whether it's a blog, an inbox message, or a conversation over coffee—your voice can create change. Just like Cherie. Just like Timothy. Just like you."