A racing heart in tenth grade sent Taylor to the ER; the diagnosis—panic, not a heart attack—changed everything. From that moment forward, therapy became a lifeline and language became medicine. We sit down with Taylor to chart her path from party nights to purpose mornings, how pregnancy flipped a switch on old habits, and why co‑parenting demands more restraint and grace than any self‑help book ever prepares you for.
We dig into the details that actually move the needle: how swapping “I’m sorry” for “I’m sorry to hear that” rewires empathy without self‑blame, why intermittent “good weeks” can hide controlling dynamics, and what it looks like to guard your spark while dating as a mom. Taylor shares the messy middle of recovery—nutrition labeling that finally made sense, long walks that softened anxiety, golf and soon pickleball as healthier comforts, and the honest truth about the one habit still hanging on: cigarettes. Her definition of success is refreshingly practical—freedom, balance, and a peaceful home that lets her take spontaneous trips with her son—backed by a career path in property assessment, appraising, and a real estate license in motion.
If you’ve ever wondered how to rebuild after anxiety, stress eating, or a relationship that eroded your confidence, this conversation offers clear, grounded steps and the courage to use them. We also tee up a future panel on narcissistic relationships—women and men—because the story is bigger than stereotypes. Listen, reflect, and tell us what shift you’re making this week. If the show resonates, follow, share with a friend who needs it, and leave a quick review so more people can find conversations that help them breathe easier.
0:00 Meet Taylor And A Happy Song
0:32 First Panic Attack And Therapy Begins
3:43 Finding Words And Rewriting Apologies
6:39 Motherhood, Identity, And Co‑Parenting
12:24 Party Years, Red Flags, And Leaving
16:06 Dating In 2025 And Guarding Self‑Worth
18:18 Nutrition, Movement, And Stress Eating
20:54 On Narcissistic Partners And Recovery
23:19 Best‑Friend Loyalty And Growing Up
25:20 Rapid Fire: Would You Rather
28:04 Habits, Quitting Nicotine, And Pickleball
30:20 Success, Career Moves, And Next Steps
