Taylor Hill: How to Navigate Emotional Challenges & Ways to Practice Gratitude in Lifes’ Unexpected Hard Times

How does gratitude aid during emotional struggles? How does focusing on positives improve our emotional well-being? Today, let's welcome supermodel, content creator, actor, and philanthropist Taylor Hill. Discovered at the age of 14, Taylor has worked with fashion houses and luxury brands around the globe and has graced the covers of prestigious fashion magazines, including Vogue. Beyond her modeling career, Taylor is the founder of Tate and Taylor, a media content platform and community inspired by her late Labradoodle, Tate.  Taylor speaks candidly about her emotional journey with her late Labradoodle, Tate and the profound bond she shared with him,  describing how he was more than just a pet – he was a soulmate and a source of unwavering support. She also opens up about the challenges and triumphs of starting her modeling career as a teenager, highlighting the pressures and responsibilities that came with her rapid rise to fame. Inspired by her journey with Tate, Taylor founded Tate and Taylor, a media content platform and community for pets and their humans. She explains the mission behind this venture, which aims to support pet owners and raise awareness about animal welfare. In this interview, you'll learn: How to handle emotional challenges How to manage early career success How to stay fit mentally and physically How to manage grief and loss How to pursue your purpose How to find joy and gratitude everyday Taylor's story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the healing power of unconditional love, an inspiring message for anyone facing their own struggles and searching for meaning in their experiences.  With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty What We Discuss: 00:00 Intro 03:50 Earliest Childhood Memory 09:30 Modeling at 14  12:52 Going to School Wasn’t For Me 15:26 Victoria Secret Model 18:18 Audition Process for Models 20:20 Having the Right Team 24:52 Discipline of a VS Model 33:32 VS Comeback 38:55 Experiencing Burnout 42:12 Losing Tate 51:33 The Signs and Symptoms 01:13:01 Healing From Losing Your Pet 01:19:40 Pregnancy and Miscarriage  01:44:52 Alone Time While Grieving 01:53:02 Emotional Support From Your Partner 02:04:01 Everyone’s Journey is Different 02:10:39 Building the Tate and Taylor Brand 02:20:52 A Brand for a Cause 02:24:48 Taylor on Final Five Episode Resources: Taylor Hill | Instagram Taylor Hill | Facebook Taylor Hill | TikTok Tate & TaylorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.