M Teresa Lawrence on The Power of Butterflies, Stories, and Living Your Truth

The Adventure Paradox: Horses, Mountains & Dogs

This episode highlights the incredible journey of M Teresa Lawrence, founder of The Trueness Project. From her roots as a Cuban immigrant to creating a life of purpose in Wyoming, Teresa has dedicated herself to empowering others through leadership, play, and connection.

She shares how her parents’ resilience shaped her mindset, the lessons she’s learned from motherhood, and the global impact of her nonprofit work in Kenya and Nepal. Whether mentoring students, inspiring through storytelling, or breaking world records with butterfly-themed events, Teresa’s story is a testament to living authentically and making a difference.

Key Takeaways:

• Reframe your mindset to unlock growth and transformation.
• Lead with love, creativity, and play to inspire change.
• Use storytelling to heal, connect, and empower.
• Combine adventure with giving back through philanthropy.
• Embrace continuous growth as part of life’s journey.

Know more about M Teresa Lawrence:
M. Teresa Lawrence is an award-winning author, international speaker and leadership coach. She is the founder and president of the Trueness Project, a non-profit dedicated to the playful quest for truth, creativity and empowerment. Through leadership training, mentoring and unique events, the nonprofit inspires and helps people to discover and live in their authentic truth. Teresa’s unique philosophy, “The Leadership of Play,” is at the heart of everything she does. It’s about living life outside the box, finding joy in simple acts of kindness and believing in the power of imagination.
Follow Teresa on her social media accounts to be updated on her projects, and more.

• Personal Account:
  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn
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• The Trueness Project:
  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn
  • YouTube
• Learn more about The Trueness Project and its global impact. Visit The Trueness Project to explore programs and get involved.
• Join the upcoming Butterfly World Record Event on June 28, 2025, in Jackson, Wyoming, or participate virtually! Details are on Teresa’s Instagram and website.
• Interested in an adventure of a lifetime? Sign up for the Everest Base Camp trip with Teresa. Spots are limited—contact her before February 15, 2025.
• Support her nonprofit initiatives in Kenya and Nepal by donating or partnering through The Trueness Project.

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