#302 Mattie Grace Morris Interview

Each week, I share no-fluff pageant coaching to help you lead, speak, and leave a legacy. With 300+ interviews and coaching across Miss Universe, Miss USA, and Miss America, this isn’t theory—it’s what works.https://thepageantproject.com/subscribeAbout Mattie GraceMattie Grace Morris is a recent Ole Miss graduate and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism. She is now competing for the title of Miss Mississippi Volunteer. A classically trained ballerina since age 3, Mattie Grace is the founder of Mind Over Mirror, a movement focused on building confidence through movement, physical strength, and mental wellness. She was Miss Mississippi Teen USA 2021 and a semifinalist at Miss Teen USA. She's passionate about using her platform to empower women to lead with purpose and break barriers.https://www.instagram.com/mattie.grace/Timestamps* 5:53 – How Ballet Became a Lifelong Passion* 6:27 – Overcoming Injury & Returning to Pointe for Miss Mississippi Volunteer* 29:38 – Getting Into Pageantry & Overcoming Fear of Interview* 35:39 – Grammar Pet Peeves & Life as a Perfectionist* 37:54 – From Nursing to Broadcast Journalism: Finding Her Voice* 46:00 – Introducing Her SERVE Initiative: "Mind Over Mirror"* 47:38 – The Ballet Moment That Inspired Her Confidence Mission* 51:30 – Pickleball Wipeouts & Being a Clumsy Ballerina* 27:26 – Ballet Discipline and How It Carries Into Pageants & Life* 56:52 – Final 10 Questions: Fun, Favorites & Honest ReflectionsWant more than the episode?If you're looking for personalised coaching, I offer a limited number of private sessions. It’s for women who want tailored strategy, mindset support, and real accountability—on stage and beyond.https://thepageantproject.com/coachingPageantry is evolving—and you deserve coaching that’s more than surface-level. Join us if you're ready to go beyond the crown. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thepageantproject.com/subscribe