What to Do When the Dream Falls Apart with Terri J. Vaughn

What happens to a dream deferred? Chile, let us tell it—it makes room for something more honest to take shape.

Creator, actor, and director Terri J. Vaughn has always bet on herself, holding tight to God’s “yes” even when life handed her a “no.” In a deeply personal conversation with Sarah Jakes Roberts, Terri talks about the sacred responsibility of carrying a vision, plus recognizing when it’s unfolding differently than you expected.

This episode moves through the generational lessons of womanhood while also exploring the beautiful chaos of loving a life that can still wear us out. And sis, maybe that’s the real work.

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