Mental Health, Minor Inconveniences and the Music that soundtracks it all!
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From waffling in my bedroom to headlining my very own stage! 🤯
I’m so excited to announce The Waffle Stage at this years Wisdom on Wellness Festival!
Not only will The Waffle Shop Podcast be live across the weekend, l'll also be joined by a curated lineup of some incredible speakers!
For all the information you need, tickets and to see the full lineup head to the below link ⬇️
https://www.wisdomonwellnessfestival.co.uk/waffle-shop
Guess who’s burning out again 🙋🏼♂️
Life recently has been a bit manic with the podcast, work and life in general 😅
Today I spoke with someone who’s thinking of starting a podcast and she reminded me that we don’t have to do everything all at once, sometimes we just have to focus on the smaller steps to be able to climb the mountains!
I don’t think I’m alone when it comes to being high functioning or even navigating anxiety so I really wanted to pay it forward and remind anyone who might need it to go at a pace that suits you!
It’s more than ok to slow things down, the important thing is to not stop altogether 👊🏼
Hope you’re having a great start to the week! 🙏🏼
Today has been a real eyeopener 😅
For the first time this year I've sat and done nothing but relax, read and had the occasional dip in the
sea
I don't think I've being taking care
of myself both mentally and physically aswell as I should be.
I've been running at such a rate that I'm shocked I haven't hit burnout or had some kind of
breakdown
I don't know who needs to hear it but it's ok to take a break, you deserve it 💙
I’ve been shortlisted for an Independent Podcast Award 😅
It’s safe to say that these past few months have been toughhhh but getting this news today has made me really appreciate just how much good there is in the storm 🥺
Thank you 💙
Huge shoutout to .two.productions for allowing me to continue to waffle away 💙
What a gig 🤩
For anyone who listens to the podcast will know how much I connect with lyrics as they seem to be able to say the things that I can’t 😅
Earlier this year I heard a song called ‘Everybody’s Crazy’ and instantly connected with it, it’s all about anxiety and realising we are more alike than we are different
The song is on the brilliant debut album ‘Messy’ by the beaut that is Olivia Dean
If you haven’t heard the album yet please go check it out, it’s up there with my favourite albums of all time 💙
Was an absolute pleasure to be a part of this
Today I had the most powerful therapy session I’ve ever had 😅
For the first time ever I said ‘I’m proud of myself’ out loud and really meant it 👊🏼
I feel like a lot of us are always on the cusp of being the best version of ourselves, then those negative views or feelings creep in and stop us in our tracks 🤦🏼♂️
In all honesty it really needs to stop, I didn’t realise until recently just how much I looked at myself in a negative way, constantly tearing myself down and downplaying what I’ve achieved
Life can be so tough at times so the last thing we should be doing is making it tougher on ourselves. Be proud of your journey so far, be proud of who you are and if you feel like no one’s clapping when you win, clap for yourself! You bloody deserve it! 👏🏼
Bit of a rant but I just wanted to drop a reminder in for anyone who might be feeling it today, you are important 👊🏼💙
When my Mum was in a coma at the start of this journey we made her a playlist in the hope she could hear the music
This song was on that playlist and has become one of the songs that have soundtracked my mental health journey so far
Hearing it live tonight at a festival that I was invited to because of something that was born out of the storm is a bit of a full circle moment 🥺
Perfect way to end the best weekend 😅
I used to think going to festivals were about getting as drunk as possible, looking a certain way and making sure everyone around me was having a good time 🤦🏼♂️
This weekend I’ve done wild water swimming, experienced a sound bath and pretty much danced non stop to songs that have soundtracked my journey so far
It may sound deep but being invited to this kind of festival and watching bands like The Human League and Primal Scream, I feel like I’m almost healing my inner child 😅
I grew up around this music and I know I say it a lot on the podcast but there’s something so powerful in music and lyrics that have the ability to make you feel less alone
Feeling incredibly grateful today that I get to experience moments like this, especially looking back on those days I wanted to give up
Dancing is definitely healing 🕺🏼
I’m now on the other side of my mental health wobble 😅
I’ve recently started therapy properly and the impact its having already is quite overwhelming 🤯
My journal has never been so busy so I wanted to give it a little break and share with you all 5 things that have really helped my mental health recently:
1️⃣ It’s ok to prioritise yourself
2️⃣ Let go of perfectionism
3️⃣ Your physical health can play a vital part in looking after your mental health
4️⃣ It’s ok to self validate, be proud of yourself!
5️⃣ It’s ok to feel sad after making the right decision
Hope it helps 💙
I don’t fit in 😅
One of the biggest things that’s coming up in my therapy sessions at the minute is the constant feeling of not fitting in
From such a young age I’ve always felt like I was born into a storm I didn’t quite belong in, this then filtered into other aspects of my life such as friendships and even my career
Yesterday I had a conversation with and it was strong reminder that surrounding yourself with the right people can really help to elevate you in becoming the person you were born to be
Life will inevitably change in ways we can’t possibly imagine and it becomes very easy to hold on to things and people purely for nostalgic purposes. What doesn’t change however is the fact that you are still important and your needs deserve to be met
It doesn’t matter if you’re in your 20s, 30s or even 90s surrounding yourself with like-minded people who bring out the best in you can have such a positive impact
Im not sure who needs to hear this but as you continue to grow it’s ok to change the circle around you, it’s time to prioritise you and the people you actually want to spend your time with 💙
Incredible day meeting and recording with some familiar faces! 🤩
Todays been one of those days where I’ve learnt so much about podcasting, myself and the power of connection!
your studio is incredible!
I’ve really been struggling 🤦🏼♂️
For someone who talks as much as I do I’ve really been struggling lately to talk and express my emotions
I talk the talk but don’t seem to walk the walk when it comes to taking care of myself or putting myself first and now I have really hit a wall
I don’t know why we wait to hit a wall or rock bottom in order to make a change but I guess it’s what makes us human 😅
I know I’m not on my own when it comes to limiting beliefs or imposter syndrome but there needs to come a time where we say enough is enough
This sounds very ranty and I’m mainly talking to myself but sometimes we need to let go off the past to create the future we’re more than capable of creating 👊🏼
Tomorrow I start therapy properly and as much as I’m scared it’s time to let go 😅
Full circle moment 🤩
Me and first connected in lockdown and had our first waffle on an instagram live
Today we recorded an episode of the waffle, face to face in the .two.productions studio and I can honestly say it’s up there with one of the best conversations I’ve had on the show!
Episode coming soon!! 🤩
Every bloody day 😩😂
Not going to lie these past few weeks have been haaaard 😅😭
Going from damaging the soft tissue in my foot straight into this minging cold/flu thing going around has impacted me a lot harder than I was expecting 🤢
I really hate feeling vulnerable and asking for help but for once I actually had to take my own advice, stop and give myself what I needed 😂
Todays the best that I’ve felt in a fair few weeks and can finally say I’m looking forward to spending Christmas with my Mum for the first time in 3 years 🥺
Don’t really know why I’m posting this but I felt good in the suit so wanted it in the grid and to announce that the Christmas Special is coming on Wednesday with one of my favourite bands 🕺🏼
Hope you’re all doing ok 👊🏼💙
Joining me for an extra slice of waffle this week is the brilliant Julius Cowdrey from Made in Chelsea 🤩
Julius joins me to waffle about all things mental health, music, Made in Chelsea and the importance of making time for yourself!
We dive into his new passion project Safespace which he created with his twin brother to help others feel empowered, and to push past their vulnerabilities to become the person they were born to be
I was going to release this episode in the new year but I took so much away from it that I wanted to share it as soon as possible as a reminder to give yourself what you need over this festive period!
Really hope you like it!
https://linktr.ee/WaffleShopPodcast
Joining me for a waffle this week is the incredible QueerCosmos 🤩
We have a waffle about all things astrology, star signs and how they have helped him navigate his life so far!
Colin dives into the link between spirituality and mental-wellbeing, the impact it has had on his sexuality and how he is now helping others find love on the brilliant Written in the Stars on discovery+ 🤩
This episode was so difficult to edit as we were laughing from start to finish so I really hope you enjoy it! 😍
https://linktr.ee/waffleshoppodcast
I think I’m actually looking forward to Christmas this year 😅🎅🏼
Ever since everything happened with Mum I’ve dreaded this time of year as it brings a lot of dread, anxiety and pressure to be happy 😩
Having my works Christmas party Friday and waking up up to snow today has made me oddly grateful at the amount of growth I’ve done this year and I can’t help but feel a sense of pride 🤦🏼♂️
I think I’m going to treat myself to a good Christmas this year, even though I currently have soft tissue damage in my foot 😭😂
I guess the yearly reflection has started 😂
Christmas can be a really difficult time for so many so please give yourself what you need over the festive period! 🧇
Christmas used to be one of my favourite times of year but ever since everything happened with my Mum it's become one of the worst 🤦🏼♂️
I always find it comes with a lot of pressure to be happy 😅
Im hoping this reminder gives me and whoever else may need it to go at your own pace, take time out if needed, set boundaries and give yourself what you need! 💛
Joining me for a waffle this week is the incredibly inspiring Shell Rowe 🤩
Shell was first diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma and has been on a rollercoaster of transplants, tears and TikTok ever since
We have a waffle about her journey so far, her love of film making and just how incredible Teenage Cancer Trust are 👏🏼
Shell is genuinely a ray of sunshine and even though our situations are very very different, she gave me hope and motivation to keep going, keep waffling and more importantly, to never give up 👊🏼
https://linktr.ee/waffleshoppodcast
Give yourself what you need 👊🏼💙
If you’ve seen Mrs.Doubtfire then you’ll definitely recognise the incredible Lisa Jakub 💙
Here’s a throwback to one of my favourite moments of the waffle I had with her!
I hope it helps someone who may need it just as much as I did 🥹
I have no idea what any of this means but I love every single one of you who listens week in, week out 💙
Joining me for a waffle this week is one of my favourite people that I now have the pleasure of calling a friend, the incredible Daragh Fleming 🤩
Daragh joins me for a waffle to talk all things mental health, the power of words and his incredible new book Lonely Boy!
We dive into his own journey with mental health, the creation of the award winning blog Thoughts Too Big and coping mechanisms
I loved recording this episode and it’s been a long time coming!
Really hope you enjoy it!
https://linktr.ee/WaffleShopPodcast
Monday Morning Reminder 🧇
Tag, share and send this to someone who might need it 💛
I printed it off and stuck it to my fridge 😅
Had a bit of a boost in followers lately so thought I’d kind of re-introduce myself 🙋🏼♂️
My names Taylor and I host The Waffle Shop Podcast 🧇
The podcast started as part of my therapy after nearly losing my mum to an operation gone wrong, struggling to deal with the events that were continuing to unfold and the pressure I was putting on myself my mental health took a massive hit
It got to a point where I was so scared of what was happening to me that I had no other option other than to reach out and ask for the help I desperately needed
Never in a million years did I think that reaching out and having that first conversation would change the direction of my life forever
I’m no where near a professional and can only speak from my own experiences but believe me I’m beyond grateful I reached out when I did
The charts, guests and opportunities that this podcast has attracted blows my mind on a daily basis but the driving force behind it all is the fact that sometimes all it takes is a waffle
I still struggle, I still take medication and I’m no where near cured but I’ve learnt that I’m not on my own and there is absolutely no shame in asking for help when I need it 💙
Joining me for an extra slice of waffle this week is the insanely talented singer/songwriter Kelli-Leigh 🤩
Kelli-Leigh first joined me on the show back in lockdown so it’s safe to say we had a lot to catch up on! 😅
We have a waffle about all things gratitude, Grammy nominations and her brand new Christmas EP Unwrap My Heart! 🎄
We dive into the writing process, what Christmas means us and a very special Christmas themed Wrong Answers Only 🤩
Unwrap My Heart is out everywhere now so make sure you go check it out! (After listening to us waffle about it 👀😂)
https://linktr.ee/WaffleShopPodcast
Amazing morning watching one of the podcasts that inspired me to start my own!
Jessie Ware and Table Manners with Jessie Ware you’re legends 💙
Loved every minute of it! 😍
Thank you L'OR Coffee USA & Acast Podcasts for the invite 💙
Highlight from this weeks episode with the incredible Cian Ducrot 🤩 (wait til the end 😂)
Yesterday was so it felt right to post a reminder at just how powerful it can be to open up, talk, sing, write or whatever it might be!
I’m not shy when it comes to music being my biggest coping mechanism so it was an honour to waffle about one of my favourite songs of the year, with the legend who wrote it 💙
Your words can become someone else’s strength ✌🏼
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