Rooted & Rehumanizing

We often think of conflict as a threat. In this episode, Meg and Jill explore the idea of “sparring partners,” the people who push us, stretch us, and sharpen us, in business, family, and life. They share stories of work tension, marriage, parenting, and personal growth, and how reframing these challenges as opportunities can move us from victim to empowered participant. Themes we explore: Reframi...

We’ve been told exhaustion means success. In this episode, Meg and Jill dismantle the toxic badge of burnout and explore why rest is not a luxury — it’s the foundation of sustainable high performance. They share personal stories from corporate life, healthcare, and home, plus practical ways to insert rest into busy days without guilt. Themes we explore: Why burnout is celebrated (and why it should...

We were told to be “professional” which too often meant “be a robot.” Meg and Jillian unpack why regulated emotion at work is not only human, it’s healthy and productive . From a raw story at the bedside to boardroom norms, they share how leaders can “go first,” how tears and trembles reset the nervous system, and simple micro-practices (20 seconds to 3 minutes) that prevent blowups and build trus...

In this fun, lighter episode, Meg quizzes Jillian on all the acronyms and business lingo she throws around. From ROI to ARR to KPIs, they break down what these terms really mean, how they apply in real life, and why clarity and values matter more than jargon. A great listen for anyone who’s ever felt lost in “business-speak” but still wants to lead with heart. Top Topics ROI, Revenue, ARR: demysti...

Meg and Jillian dig into the money stories women inherit and the ways they can shift them. They share personal experiences of guilt, pricing struggles, and the cultural pressure to be “polite” about wealth. From childhood lessons to entrepreneurial growth, this conversation challenges women to own their value, seek abundance, and model new possibilities for the next generation. Together they discu...

In this short, powerful episode, Meg and Jillian explore what it means to stop shrinking and start expanding. From nervous system practices to shifting your everyday language, they share real stories about moving past fear, people-pleasing, and “sorry” habits to step into authentic power. They dive into: The hidden ways women shrink in business and life. Reframing anxiety as a signal, not a stop s...

In this episode of Rooted and Rehumanizing , Meg and Jillian continue their conversation on growth edges. This time exploring what happens when high-achieving tendencies collide with the desire to serve deeply. They talk about the difference between overgiving and overdelivering, the importance of conserving energy, and how identity can get tangled up in work, roles, and external validation. Meg s...

In this episode of Rooted and Rehumanizing , Meg and Jillian unpack an unexpected but deeply human conversation that started on a day they almost didn’t record. What unfolded was an exploration of visibility, success, and the edges of growth that make us feel both excited and terrified. They dive into what it really means to step into bigger visions, why fear of success can feel heavier than fear...

In this episode, Meg and Jillian explore what it really means to build a life and business from the inside out . They unpack how hustle culture tricks us into performing for worth, how true success often requires unbecoming, and why your inner landscape is the most important part of your leadership, healing, and evolution. This is for anyone who's ever wondered if doing “the inner work” actually m...

In this episode, Meg and Jillian unpack the heart behind the podcast title: what it means to be rooted, how we’ve become disconnected from our humanity, and why rehumanizing our approach to work, leadership, and life is essential. They explore the courage it takes to slow down, to come back to the body, and to remember that we are not machines… We are cyclical, sensitive, and sovereign beings. Thi...

In this episode, Meg shares her story and the winding path that led her to this moment. From nursing and navigating the healthcare system to entrepreneurship, motherhood, and deep personal transformation, Meg invites listeners into her journey of learning to trust the pivot, root into purpose, and rehumanize her work and life. If you’ve ever felt like your story didn’t follow a linear path or that...

In this premiere episode, Jillian shares her deeply personal journey, the unplanned pivots, inner callings, and quiet knowing that led her to co-create Rooted & Rehumanizing. She reflects on her experiences as a leader, wifehood, mother, and entrepreneur, and the awakening that came when she began trusting her inner voice over external expectations. This episode sets the tone for the podcast,...