Lead to Gold Wed, 04 Mar 2026 19:47:03 -0500 https://leadtogold.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Lead to Gold yes c3053616-3a40-52ce-a25d-ec65ee2f312f Wren Taylor episodic false Hosted by English teacher, writer, and multi-faceted life learner Wren Taylor, we're keeping it cozy here, as if we were gathered on the couch with a good friend. Through thoughtful tangents, unique interviews, and practical advice, Lead to Gold is a valuable resource for alchemizing your life and turning heavy challenges into golden opportunities for growth and community. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) wellness, growth, mental health, personal stories, self help, motivation, health, media literacy, spirituality Wren Taylor https://storage.buzzsprout.com/qfyvnmvkt878lk3wli3l2vq9nxsx?.jpg Lead to Gold Wren Taylor 056 - When Our Word Loses Meaning 056 - When Our Word Loses Meaning It really feels like nothing anyone says matters anymore. Companies aren't transparent, friends flake, leaders promise things they can't deliver. This leads to an overall degradation of language and trust, or what I like to call "linguistic inflation."

The slight bright spot in this problem is that it isn't new, at all.

Join in on the conversation today as we unpack what linguistic inflation looks like at all levels, why it really is that deep, and how some of the greatest dystopian classics like Animal Farm, 1984, and Fahrenheit 451 showcase what happens when a society allows it to continue.

This isn't meant to be a moral panic or fear-mongering...it's just that I'm an English teacher and I know a pattern when I see it.

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]]> It really feels like nothing anyone says matters anymore. Companies aren't transparent, friends flake, leaders promise things they can't deliver. This leads to an overall degradation of language and trust, or what I like to call "linguistic inflation."

The slight bright spot in this problem is that it isn't new, at all.

Join in on the conversation today as we unpack what linguistic inflation looks like at all levels, why it really is that deep, and how some of the greatest dystopian classics like Animal Farm, 1984, and Fahrenheit 451 showcase what happens when a society allows it to continue.

This isn't meant to be a moral panic or fear-mongering...it's just that I'm an English teacher and I know a pattern when I see it.

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]]> Wren Taylor Buzzsprout-18750399 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 3260 2 6 full false 055 - A Fast Life Is Not A Full Life 055 - A Fast Life Is Not A Full Life You know the feeling when after being so constantly booked and busy, your body literally starts to give out? Or you have to start last-minute cancelling plans you were actually excited for? Orrrrr the plans start to feel more like obligations than events you're looking forward to?

If you're nodding along to any of these, this is the episode for you.

Join in as we discuss the frustrating nuances of wanting more community, but having to balance the equation with rest and alone time. It's a socialite's worst nightmare, but it's 100% necessary. This episode will teach you how to reframe your idea of a "full life" (spoiler alert: it's NOT a full calendar).

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]]> You know the feeling when after being so constantly booked and busy, your body literally starts to give out? Or you have to start last-minute cancelling plans you were actually excited for? Orrrrr the plans start to feel more like obligations than events you're looking forward to?

If you're nodding along to any of these, this is the episode for you.

Join in as we discuss the frustrating nuances of wanting more community, but having to balance the equation with rest and alone time. It's a socialite's worst nightmare, but it's 100% necessary. This episode will teach you how to reframe your idea of a "full life" (spoiler alert: it's NOT a full calendar).

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]]> Buzzsprout-18687831 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 3113 2 5 full false 054 - Your Greatest Desire Is Often Your Deepest Wound 054 - Your Greatest Desire Is Often Your Deepest Wound You're feeling a desperate itch for a thing you know, deep down, you'll never fully possess. This is the kind of craving that comes from a core wound. And spoiler alert: It's not going to go away unless you start tending to it.

In today's episode, we're speaking to that part of ourselves - the uncomfortable reality that our most intense yearning is likely directly connected to an old, neglected fragment of our lives. We'll chat about four common patterns that show up for many of us, but there are many more to explore beyond them. Whatever yours may be, they're a signal - so let's learn how to read them.

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]]> You're feeling a desperate itch for a thing you know, deep down, you'll never fully possess. This is the kind of craving that comes from a core wound. And spoiler alert: It's not going to go away unless you start tending to it.

In today's episode, we're speaking to that part of ourselves - the uncomfortable reality that our most intense yearning is likely directly connected to an old, neglected fragment of our lives. We'll chat about four common patterns that show up for many of us, but there are many more to explore beyond them. Whatever yours may be, they're a signal - so let's learn how to read them.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18597163 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2971 2 4 full false 053 - The Internet Is Missing 2016. I Barely Survived It. 053 - The Internet Is Missing 2016. I Barely Survived It. Everyone online seems to be sharing their fondest memories of a year that marks the last time a lot of us felt uninhibited from life's greatest stressors: adulthood, the economy, the government, unprecedented events...you name it. It makes sense that everyone wants to bask in the nostalgia.

The funny thing is, 2016 was the worst year of my life.

But this isn't just about me. In this episode, we're discussing the juxtaposition of nostalgia and the true story of what happened. Beyond that, we'll discuss just how much has changed since 2016, and why some of it may actually be for the better.

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]]> Everyone online seems to be sharing their fondest memories of a year that marks the last time a lot of us felt uninhibited from life's greatest stressors: adulthood, the economy, the government, unprecedented events...you name it. It makes sense that everyone wants to bask in the nostalgia.

The funny thing is, 2016 was the worst year of my life.

But this isn't just about me. In this episode, we're discussing the juxtaposition of nostalgia and the true story of what happened. Beyond that, we'll discuss just how much has changed since 2016, and why some of it may actually be for the better.

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]]> Wren Taylor Buzzsprout-18529403 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 3598 2 3 full true 052 - The Stake of Being A Woman in 2026 052 - The Stake of Being A Woman in 2026 One of the biggest questions I've had stirring around in my head this past year was what a woman's role really is in our current age - where fascists are abundant, young people have endless access to influence (for better or worse), and so many people seem so excited to throw inclusivity and equity out the window. Where are we? How did we get here? And who are the voices we need to be listening to to guide us through?

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]]> One of the biggest questions I've had stirring around in my head this past year was what a woman's role really is in our current age - where fascists are abundant, young people have endless access to influence (for better or worse), and so many people seem so excited to throw inclusivity and equity out the window. Where are we? How did we get here? And who are the voices we need to be listening to to guide us through?

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]]> Wren Taylor Buzzsprout-18447504 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 4024 2 2 full true 051 - WE'RE BACK! Talking 2025, The Wedding, & Learning To Accept Help 051 - WE'RE BACK! Talking 2025, The Wedding, & Learning To Accept Help History won't remember 2025 fondly, but I think I will. There was a lot of upset, a lot of rage, a lot of worry and wallowing, but I'm thanking my lucky stars that all of it was met with unrelenting love and support. If anything, this year taught me just how many people have my back, and how easy it actually is to seek help when it's needed.

Don't believe me? Then this is the perfect episode for you.

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]]> History won't remember 2025 fondly, but I think I will. There was a lot of upset, a lot of rage, a lot of worry and wallowing, but I'm thanking my lucky stars that all of it was met with unrelenting love and support. If anything, this year taught me just how many people have my back, and how easy it actually is to seek help when it's needed.

Don't believe me? Then this is the perfect episode for you.

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]]> Wren Taylor Buzzsprout-18334902 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 3761 2 1 full false 050 - The Power of Ritual - w/ Nick Baker & Clare Johnson (+ A Special Closing Ritual) 050 - The Power of Ritual - w/ Nick Baker & Clare Johnson (+ A Special Closing Ritual) Welcome to the Season 1 finale of Lead to Gold. It's been a joyride, and I'm so grateful for your part in it.

I couldn’t possibly think of a better duo to bring on for such a vast topic, especially for one that means so much to me personally and is a massive need for the collective right now. As two fantastic co-facilitators of psychedelic retreats, Nick and Clare walk us through the often-forgotten importance of incorporating ritual in our everyday lives. This doesn’t begin or end in a retreat setting, but their expertise in leading others serves as the perfect antidote to our stressed-out, fast-paced world. 

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]]> Welcome to the Season 1 finale of Lead to Gold. It's been a joyride, and I'm so grateful for your part in it.

I couldn’t possibly think of a better duo to bring on for such a vast topic, especially for one that means so much to me personally and is a massive need for the collective right now. As two fantastic co-facilitators of psychedelic retreats, Nick and Clare walk us through the often-forgotten importance of incorporating ritual in our everyday lives. This doesn’t begin or end in a retreat setting, but their expertise in leading others serves as the perfect antidote to our stressed-out, fast-paced world. 

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-16041519 Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 4927 1 50 full false 049 - Internet Strangers Give Us Wellness Advice (And It's Actually Good) 049 - Internet Strangers Give Us Wellness Advice (And It's Actually Good) As much as I talk 💩 about the internet and social media on this podcast, I have to  admit to the few nuggets of gold to be found among the dumpster fire. In today's episode, we're gonna take some advice from a classic r/AskReddit thread and see what has helped other people make their lives better, most importantly, in very realistic ways. I hope you can take a lil nugget with you from this episode!

Everyone say...thanks, Reddit?

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]]> As much as I talk 💩 about the internet and social media on this podcast, I have to  admit to the few nuggets of gold to be found among the dumpster fire. In today's episode, we're gonna take some advice from a classic r/AskReddit thread and see what has helped other people make their lives better, most importantly, in very realistic ways. I hope you can take a lil nugget with you from this episode!

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-15946717 Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2637 1 49 full false 048 - There Is Nothing Wrong With You (There Is A Lot Wrong With Our World) 048 - There Is Nothing Wrong With You (There Is A Lot Wrong With Our World) Is everyone going through it right now? The answer is a resounding "yes," especially if you are chronically online. With the constant news cycles, more difficulty in parsing through falsities and disinformation, overwhelming tragedy, violence, and outrage being forced down our throats, it's no wonder we feel so scared and overwhelmed. 

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]]> Is everyone going through it right now? The answer is a resounding "yes," especially if you are chronically online. With the constant news cycles, more difficulty in parsing through falsities and disinformation, overwhelming tragedy, violence, and outrage being forced down our throats, it's no wonder we feel so scared and overwhelmed. 

Let's talk about what to do about it.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-15924752 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 3578 1 48 full false 047 - The Money Debate 047 - The Money Debate Is money an energetic tool, or is it the root of all evil? Let's *attempt* to get to the bottom of all the mixed messaging we receive about how to relate to our finances. In this episode, we’ll give context to our varying cultural attitudes toward money and how they impact our external lives. From societal conditioning to personal beliefs, let's settle this debate and develop a healthier, more empowered relationship with wealth—one that actually supports our goals and values, without any false promises.

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]]> Is money an energetic tool, or is it the root of all evil? Let's *attempt* to get to the bottom of all the mixed messaging we receive about how to relate to our finances. In this episode, we’ll give context to our varying cultural attitudes toward money and how they impact our external lives. From societal conditioning to personal beliefs, let's settle this debate and develop a healthier, more empowered relationship with wealth—one that actually supports our goals and values, without any false promises.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-15792426 Mon, 23 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400 3349 1 47 full false 046 - Why There Is No Such Thing As "Too Sensitive" 046 - Why There Is No Such Thing As "Too Sensitive" As someone who felt the pressure of turning off all outward-facing emotions in my youth, and now struggle to authentically share those still deeply felt emotions with my loved ones, I wanted to chat about our societal norming around being sensitive. We've all heard the clichés by now: it's okay to cry, sensitivity is a gift, men have feelings too, etc...but embodying our pain, anger, and sadness is an entirely different process.

So let's re-sensitize. The world needs more of it.

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]]> As someone who felt the pressure of turning off all outward-facing emotions in my youth, and now struggle to authentically share those still deeply felt emotions with my loved ones, I wanted to chat about our societal norming around being sensitive. We've all heard the clichés by now: it's okay to cry, sensitivity is a gift, men have feelings too, etc...but embodying our pain, anger, and sadness is an entirely different process.

So let's re-sensitize. The world needs more of it.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-15724062 Mon, 09 Sep 2024 19:00:00 -0400 3038 1 46 full false 045 - Getting Really, Really Weird & Doing It Shamelessly - w/ Madelyn Moon 045 - Getting Really, Really Weird & Doing It Shamelessly - w/ Madelyn Moon Madelyn Moon is a leading voice in the world of feminine-masculine relationships, devoted to serving women in liberating their expressive, artistic hearts with themselves, with partners, and with the world. Today, she's teaching ALL of us how to get out of our minds and into our bodies - finally, a place where we can safely unleash the emotions we may not always want to look at. 

Let's get witchy, let's get weird, let's maybe even get a little psychotic...this work is the doorway to finding your true core emotions and desires, being held in them, and knowing you can survive whatever you find.

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]]> Madelyn Moon is a leading voice in the world of feminine-masculine relationships, devoted to serving women in liberating their expressive, artistic hearts with themselves, with partners, and with the world. Today, she's teaching ALL of us how to get out of our minds and into our bodies - finally, a place where we can safely unleash the emotions we may not always want to look at. 

Let's get witchy, let's get weird, let's maybe even get a little psychotic...this work is the doorway to finding your true core emotions and desires, being held in them, and knowing you can survive whatever you find.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-15561874 Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 3946 1 45 full false 044 - Help! I Have Too Many Hobbies! 044 - Help! I Have Too Many Hobbies! I hear you...but let's talk about why this is actually a really great problem to have. In today's conversation, we'll ground into the feeling of overwhelm that so many of us meet when trying (and failing) to devote enough time to the activities we love. We'll also touch on the cultural reasons for why that overwhelm arises and how to combat it. Remember: your leisure time is meant to be leisurely. No catch!

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]]> I hear you...but let's talk about why this is actually a really great problem to have. In today's conversation, we'll ground into the feeling of overwhelm that so many of us meet when trying (and failing) to devote enough time to the activities we love. We'll also touch on the cultural reasons for why that overwhelm arises and how to combat it. Remember: your leisure time is meant to be leisurely. No catch!

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-15558621 Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 3275 1 44 full true 043 - Reciprocity Is A Critical Skill 043 - Reciprocity Is A Critical Skill The word "reciprocity" came to me like a cool, shady breeze in the middle of an intensely hot summer day. Largely inspired by the book Braiding Sweetgrass, we're talking today about what reciprocity means and what the world could look like when we all start to understand and practice it in our daily lives. This conversation is SO important to me right now - hoping you find some wisdom in it. 🍃

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]]> The word "reciprocity" came to me like a cool, shady breeze in the middle of an intensely hot summer day. Largely inspired by the book Braiding Sweetgrass, we're talking today about what reciprocity means and what the world could look like when we all start to understand and practice it in our daily lives. This conversation is SO important to me right now - hoping you find some wisdom in it. 🍃

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-15483434 Mon, 29 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 3714 1 43 full false 042 - Realistic Motherhood In Your 20's - w/ Megan Nunes 042 - Realistic Motherhood In Your 20's - w/ Megan Nunes Megan is a bestie for life (if you listened my Friendsgiving special, episode 25, you'll remember her 😎), and she is also my first bestie to give birth! Join us for a super candid conversation about her first year of motherhood and how she stays sane through all the expectations, duties, lack of alone time, childhood wounds, relationship changes, and much more. I am so in awe of how she has navigated this new chapter of her life, so I just HAD to have her over for a drink and a good chat to air it all out.

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]]> Megan is a bestie for life (if you listened my Friendsgiving special, episode 25, you'll remember her 😎), and she is also my first bestie to give birth! Join us for a super candid conversation about her first year of motherhood and how she stays sane through all the expectations, duties, lack of alone time, childhood wounds, relationship changes, and much more. I am so in awe of how she has navigated this new chapter of her life, so I just HAD to have her over for a drink and a good chat to air it all out.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-15387999 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 4326 1 42 full true 041 - Is This The Death of Celebrity Culture? 041 - Is This The Death of Celebrity Culture? It’s no question that we’re experiencing a shifting landscape of fame and celebrity culture, but are we actually moving away from idolizing celebrities and their brands? Let’s explore how celebrity has shapeshifted over the centuries, how their current lack of advocacy for world issues is changing public attitudes, and the growing emphasis on authenticity and relatability from people we may not...want to relate to? Join in on the discussion to determine if we're witnessing the end of celebrity worship as we know it.

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]]> It’s no question that we’re experiencing a shifting landscape of fame and celebrity culture, but are we actually moving away from idolizing celebrities and their brands? Let’s explore how celebrity has shapeshifted over the centuries, how their current lack of advocacy for world issues is changing public attitudes, and the growing emphasis on authenticity and relatability from people we may not...want to relate to? Join in on the discussion to determine if we're witnessing the end of celebrity worship as we know it.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-15324957 Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 3429 1 41 full false 040 - "When You Know, You Know" & Other Myths - w/ Chelsea Horton of Healing Embodied 040 - "When You Know, You Know" & Other Myths - w/ Chelsea Horton of Healing Embodied Ever been in a relationship that your heart knows is right, but your brain SCREAMS is wrong? Well, you've come to the right place. Today's amazing conversation is from Chelsea Horton of Healing Embodied, experts in helping those with anxiety move beyond their relationship fears and into wholehearted love. I've been waiting for this one. 💕

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]]> Ever been in a relationship that your heart knows is right, but your brain SCREAMS is wrong? Well, you've come to the right place. Today's amazing conversation is from Chelsea Horton of Healing Embodied, experts in helping those with anxiety move beyond their relationship fears and into wholehearted love. I've been waiting for this one. 💕

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-15241540 Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 3785 1 40 full false 039 - A Different Kind of Sex Talk, Part II: Unlearning Shame 039 - A Different Kind of Sex Talk, Part II: Unlearning Shame In the previous episode (which you should definitely listen to before this one), we discussed the importance of destigmatizing sexual energy and conversations around sex. It’s not a taboo. It’s actually the most normal, natural thing ever.

This week, we go a bit further into the concept of shame - why we feel it, and ways to unlearn it even when it has DEEP roots in our subconscious. Let’s free ourselves together - I promise life will get a lot more fun from here. 🖤

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]]> In the previous episode (which you should definitely listen to before this one), we discussed the importance of destigmatizing sexual energy and conversations around sex. It’s not a taboo. It’s actually the most normal, natural thing ever.

This week, we go a bit further into the concept of shame - why we feel it, and ways to unlearn it even when it has DEEP roots in our subconscious. Let’s free ourselves together - I promise life will get a lot more fun from here. 🖤

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-15181441 Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400 3235 1 39 full true 038 - A Different Kind of Sex Talk 038 - A Different Kind of Sex Talk Why are westerners so weird about sex? Why are we squeamish and scared of having a conversation about sexual energy on a larger scale? Why is it so normal and commonplace for every other living species aside from humanity?

Today we're going to look into our culture's history of prudishness and how that has led us down a long road of highly misguided shame, confusion, and fear. In 2024, I'm inspired by the budding awareness I've seen in folks finally starting to make themselves comfortable around this topic, and this episode is my attempt to jump in on the conversation. Settle in, it's a wild one!

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]]> Why are westerners so weird about sex? Why are we squeamish and scared of having a conversation about sexual energy on a larger scale? Why is it so normal and commonplace for every other living species aside from humanity?

Today we're going to look into our culture's history of prudishness and how that has led us down a long road of highly misguided shame, confusion, and fear. In 2024, I'm inspired by the budding awareness I've seen in folks finally starting to make themselves comfortable around this topic, and this episode is my attempt to jump in on the conversation. Settle in, it's a wild one!

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-15092574 Mon, 20 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 3297 1 38 full true 037 - T.H.I.N.K.ing Through Human Communication - w/ John Belmont 037 - T.H.I.N.K.ing Through Human Communication - w/ John Belmont I always thought the T.H.I.N.K. acronym was about social media posting etiquette. Turns out, it's much deeper than that. Today's episode features my friend John, and he's here to tell us all about how T.H.I.N.K. has helped him make the most of his interactions and communication with other people, and how the rest of the world could (and should) start using it, too.

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]]> I always thought the T.H.I.N.K. acronym was about social media posting etiquette. Turns out, it's much deeper than that. Today's episode features my friend John, and he's here to tell us all about how T.H.I.N.K. has helped him make the most of his interactions and communication with other people, and how the rest of the world could (and should) start using it, too.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-15016710 Mon, 06 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400 3359 1 37 full false 036 - Fighting The Good Fight Against Climate Anxiety 036 - Fighting The Good Fight Against Climate Anxiety Happy Earth Day, friends! In this episode, we delve into a topic often overlooked amidst the climate crisis: the emotional toll it takes on individuals. We'll explore the concept of climate anxiety and how we can combat it by reframing our relationship with the Earth and its people. From community initiatives to personal rituals, let's talk actionable strategies to transform eco-anxiety into eco-empowerment. Idk about you but I'm trying to stay filled with gratitude and reverence for our planet!

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]]> Happy Earth Day, friends! In this episode, we delve into a topic often overlooked amidst the climate crisis: the emotional toll it takes on individuals. We'll explore the concept of climate anxiety and how we can combat it by reframing our relationship with the Earth and its people. From community initiatives to personal rituals, let's talk actionable strategies to transform eco-anxiety into eco-empowerment. Idk about you but I'm trying to stay filled with gratitude and reverence for our planet!

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-14930887 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2668 1 36 full false 035 - Surrendering to Change 035 - Surrendering to Change It's eclipse season, and today marks the total solar eclipse showing its beautiful face over most of the United States. It's a big deal for a lot of reasons, but today we're focusing on the theme of change that this phenomenon often brings along with it. Even if you don't consider yourself a believer in astrology, this conversation is for everyone and can be used at any time. Let's talk about why change is so dang scary!

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]]> It's eclipse season, and today marks the total solar eclipse showing its beautiful face over most of the United States. It's a big deal for a lot of reasons, but today we're focusing on the theme of change that this phenomenon often brings along with it. Even if you don't consider yourself a believer in astrology, this conversation is for everyone and can be used at any time. Let's talk about why change is so dang scary!

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🌎 Guess what? I'm doing another donation giveaway!
For the entire month of April, I am focusing my efforts at Lead to Gold toward climate action. For every new subscriber to the blog or rating on the podcast (on any streaming service), I will donate $10 to Project Drawdown. No screenshots necessary - I'll tally everything up on April 30th and send donations their way. Thank you SO MUCH for participating and being an amazing Earth healer with me. 🌏

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-14831685 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2304 1 35 full false 034 - Nourishing Our Relationships 034 - Nourishing Our Relationships Whether it's our partner, someone we're dating, or a dear friend, all of our closest relationships should feel nourishing to our soul. So let's have a discussion on just how to do this work! We'll delve into the art of prioritizing our loved ones' needs, the beauty of 'gifting' our love through thoughtful gestures, and the often unseen game-changer of letting go of trivial matters. There is a transformative impact of focusing on what truly matters in our connections with others - so let's get started.

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]]> Whether it's our partner, someone we're dating, or a dear friend, all of our closest relationships should feel nourishing to our soul. So let's have a discussion on just how to do this work! We'll delve into the art of prioritizing our loved ones' needs, the beauty of 'gifting' our love through thoughtful gestures, and the often unseen game-changer of letting go of trivial matters. There is a transformative impact of focusing on what truly matters in our connections with others - so let's get started.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-14764145 Mon, 25 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -0400 2827 1 34 full false 033 - When Everything Feels Like A Distraction 033 - When Everything Feels Like A Distraction This may be a podcast devoted to wellness, but look...we can't always be "well" without talking about some of the harder, scarier parts of life. So today, we're gonna have a conversation about everyone favorite mental phenomenon: the existential crisis! These exist and manifest in a lot of different ways, but for today's purposes, we're getting into the specific flavor of "waking up" to the real world, experiencing disillusionment, and wondering what the hell is wrong with everyone.

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]]> This may be a podcast devoted to wellness, but look...we can't always be "well" without talking about some of the harder, scarier parts of life. So today, we're gonna have a conversation about everyone favorite mental phenomenon: the existential crisis! These exist and manifest in a lot of different ways, but for today's purposes, we're getting into the specific flavor of "waking up" to the real world, experiencing disillusionment, and wondering what the hell is wrong with everyone.

Don't worry, I have some solutions we can practice. 🤍 Sending lots of love.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-14663164 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400 2845 1 33 full false 032 - Falling Into the "Wellness Industry" & Climbing Back Out 032 - Falling Into the "Wellness Industry" & Climbing Back Out Raise your hand if you have been personally victimized by social media advertisements and obviously dishonest marketing. 👀 In this episode, we're chatting about the complex world of wellness, unraveling the stark differences between the commercialized "wellness industry" and the authentic essence of true wellness. Let's uncover what it really means and how it extends beyond superficial trends to encompass holistic health of mind, body, and spirit. Warning: It's gonna take a lot of critical thinking.

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]]> Raise your hand if you have been personally victimized by social media advertisements and obviously dishonest marketing. 👀 In this episode, we're chatting about the complex world of wellness, unraveling the stark differences between the commercialized "wellness industry" and the authentic essence of true wellness. Let's uncover what it really means and how it extends beyond superficial trends to encompass holistic health of mind, body, and spirit. Warning: It's gonna take a lot of critical thinking.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-14574357 Mon, 26 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 3058 1 32 full false 031 - Postcards from Yogaville - w/ Dominique Aramati 031 - Postcards from Yogaville - w/ Dominique Aramati In today's episode I'm interviewing a very special friend who has seen a LOT of this beautiful world and continues to seek adventure in every corner. Her latest journey? Living in loving community at Satchidananda’s Ashram at Yogaville in central Virginia. There's a deep history on this land for her, and I'm so honored to be able to share her story on Lead to Gold. 

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-14433504 Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500 3505 1 31 full false 030 - Why Are Women Into Astrology? 030 - Why Are Women Into Astrology? A theory among many. Why do women often find themselves drawn to the celestial arts, and what factors contribute to this predisposition? More importantly, why is this becoming the latest fascination women are ridiculed for? In today's episode, we'll uncover the layers of stereotype and social conditioning that shape our perceptions of spiritual practices in general, and challenge ourselves to reexamine our resistance to beliefs we may not fully understand.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-14389437 Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2700 1 30 full false 029 - Ending the Cycle of Self-Sabotage 029 - Ending the Cycle of Self-Sabotage Far from an advice session, this episode is a real-time, honest exploration of the why behind self-sabotage, as I'm grappling with these emotions myself. We'll dissect the roots of this behavior and determine some potential steps to moving through it. By sharing my own experiences (and a very inspiring tarot card reading), I hope to unravel the layers of this complex phenomenon, providing a safe space for listeners to reflect on their own struggles. 


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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-14295778 Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2960 1 29 full false 028 - Collective Energies & Assignments for 2024 028 - Collective Energies & Assignments for 2024 Another year, come and gone! Let's review. I want to get into some of the universal lessons garnered from 2023, from staying vigilant against doom-scrolling and media brainwash, to navigating the delicate terrain of hard conversations, and embracing self-reflection. More importantly, we're looking ahead to the future. As we step into 2024, I'm excited to share some catalysts for personal growth - expanding beyond fear and igniting radical honesty, love, and action.


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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-14221030 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 3819 full false 027 - I'm So Tired of Rage Bait 027 - I'm So Tired of Rage Bait In today's episode, we're peering into the world of "rage-bait" – those attention-grabbing, anger-inducing content pieces designed to trigger emotional responses. It's been all too common lately, so let's unpack the definition of rage-bait, discuss real-life examples, and explore its impact on our mental well-being. Plus, there's plenty of good news to share toward the end of this episode!

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-14159129 Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3327 1 27 full true 026 - Embracing Winter & Human Hibernation 026 - Embracing Winter & Human Hibernation As we settle into the colder months here in the US, it's time to get cozy. I want to offer some tips on the art of embracing the winter season, tapping into our inner hibernation instincts, nourishing mind and body, and finding joy amidst the darkness. Winter haters and lovers alike, this is for you.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-13993047 Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3252 1 26 full false 025 - FRIENDSGIVING SPECIAL! Playing We're Not Really Strangers With My Middle School Besties 025 - FRIENDSGIVING SPECIAL! Playing We're Not Really Strangers With My Middle School Besties A shared bottle of wine at dinner paired with the insatiable need to catch up and spend time together led us to this hilarious, energized, obnoxious and ON-BRAND conversation. Today I'm chatting with two of my best friends since middle school (2008!!!) about the paths we've taken in our 20's - motherhood, job searching, relationships, home-buying, and more. Listen in as we play the crowd-favorite game We're Not Really Strangers, say nice things to each other, share ridiculous stories, and scream-laugh the whole way through. I love it, I love them, and I love you. Thanks for being here. And happy Friendsgiving! 🤎

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]]> A shared bottle of wine at dinner paired with the insatiable need to catch up and spend time together led us to this hilarious, energized, obnoxious and ON-BRAND conversation. Today I'm chatting with two of my best friends since middle school (2008!!!) about the paths we've taken in our 20's - motherhood, job searching, relationships, home-buying, and more. Listen in as we play the crowd-favorite game We're Not Really Strangers, say nice things to each other, share ridiculous stories, and scream-laugh the whole way through. I love it, I love them, and I love you. Thanks for being here. And happy Friendsgiving! 🤎

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-13988617 Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 4468 1 25 full true 024 - Gratitude & Guilt 024 - Gratitude & Guilt Inspired by a conversation with a friend over the scariness of war and the modern world, a few eclipses, and a sweat lodge ceremony, today's episode dives deep into the relationship between gratitude and guilt. Can we practice one while holding the other? Can they exist in tandem, and should they? These are the questions that have been floating around in my mind lately, and I hope to answer them for us all today. Especially those of us consistently plagued by worry and despair. Group hug.

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]]> Inspired by a conversation with a friend over the scariness of war and the modern world, a few eclipses, and a sweat lodge ceremony, today's episode dives deep into the relationship between gratitude and guilt. Can we practice one while holding the other? Can they exist in tandem, and should they? These are the questions that have been floating around in my mind lately, and I hope to answer them for us all today. Especially those of us consistently plagued by worry and despair. Group hug.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-13907299 Mon, 06 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2813 1 24 full true 023 - You Matter To Me - w/ Denise Hartzler 023 - You Matter To Me - w/ Denise Hartzler This marks the FIRST episode discussing my real job - teaching English in high school! Today I have with me my lovely, amazing colleague Denise Hartzler to chat about all that is going on with the kids these days, but more importantly, her heartfelt messages that keep them going and let them know that they are loved and supported. "You Matter" is a movement that has taken over welcoming classrooms for several years now, but Denise is here to lay out her unique version of the concept.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-13649860 Mon, 09 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2639 1 22 full false 021 - Can We Talk About Adult Friendships? 021 - Can We Talk About Adult Friendships? Everyone always talks about how difficult it is to make new friends or move on from dying friendships in adulthood. But have we actually had the conversation? Today we're discussing the potential reasons for why this process is so difficult and so often painful. I'm sharing stories of my own recent trials in this department, and how we may all be able to move through it with grace. Let's talk about it!

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]]> Everyone always talks about how difficult it is to make new friends or move on from dying friendships in adulthood. But have we actually had the conversation? Today we're discussing the potential reasons for why this process is so difficult and so often painful. I'm sharing stories of my own recent trials in this department, and how we may all be able to move through it with grace. Let's talk about it!

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-13648385 Mon, 25 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3547 1 21 full false 020 - Continuing the Conversation on Boundaries, Patriarchy, and Women in the Outdoors 020 - Continuing the Conversation on Boundaries, Patriarchy, and Women in the Outdoors It occurred to me that there are several topics we've covered on the show so far that didn't quite get their full time to shine - so I figured we should come back to them at some point. Today's the day! Check out the show notes for specific time stamps on each of the three topics. We're covering more nuances of boundary setting, how the Barbie movie shows us the workings of polarity theory, and why it's so important for women in particular to get the f*ck outside.

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]]> It occurred to me that there are several topics we've covered on the show so far that didn't quite get their full time to shine - so I figured we should come back to them at some point. Today's the day! Check out the show notes for specific time stamps on each of the three topics. We're covering more nuances of boundary setting, how the Barbie movie shows us the workings of polarity theory, and why it's so important for women in particular to get the f*ck outside.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-13494763 Mon, 11 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3590 1 20 full false 019 - Life Updates & Lessons from the Summer 019 - Life Updates & Lessons from the Summer My summer is officially over - it's back to school for my fourth year of teaching high school English! With that, I wanted to share my four main takeaways from the summer of 2023. I hope they serve you in some way. 🤍

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-13434449 Mon, 28 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2945 1 19 full true 018 - Musings on Purpose, Human Design, & Talking to Guides - w/ Nadia Last 018 - Musings on Purpose, Human Design, & Talking to Guides - w/ Nadia Last My dear friend Nadia Last joins us on Lead to Gold today, here to share her wisdom and experiences in the world of emotional and spiritual healing. She brings so many amazing practices together to create something that is uniquely hers, and I deeply admire her bravery and passion. We'll discuss finding our true path, strengthening our intuition, utilizing human design, and communicating with our guides. Dive in - it's a rich one!

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]]> My dear friend Nadia Last joins us on Lead to Gold today, here to share her wisdom and experiences in the world of emotional and spiritual healing. She brings so many amazing practices together to create something that is uniquely hers, and I deeply admire her bravery and passion. We'll discuss finding our true path, strengthening our intuition, utilizing human design, and communicating with our guides. Dive in - it's a rich one!

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-13379922 Mon, 14 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3328 1 18 full false 017 - Fight, Flight, or Doomscroll 017 - Fight, Flight, or Doomscroll Today we're chatting about the nuances of late-stage capitalism, the environmental crisis, people in power and the people trying to turn the tide on all of it. How can we push onward and create massive change without feeling hopeless? As per usual, I would love to hear your thoughts on this one.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-13319208 Mon, 31 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2700 1 17 full true 016 - Learning Healthy Communication - w/ Casey Taylor 016 - Learning Healthy Communication - w/ Casey Taylor My baby brother is on the pod! 🥺 I've been wanting to interview Casey since the show began because, although he is the younger sib, I've always looked up to him for his ability to genuinely communicate and practice presence with the many relationships in his life, especially after a childhood where this was not emphasized. Today, we're discussing how he does it and how he navigates obstacles along the way. I'm so excited for you all to dive into this one.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-13233868 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3753 1 16 full false 015 - Why Haven't We Smashed the Patriarchy Yet? 015 - Why Haven't We Smashed the Patriarchy Yet? This one is for all my fellow pushovers. I've noticed a pattern in my life of having major difficulties being able to stand up for myself as a woman, and I think it's time to address it. Today, we're talking about what got me to this realization and some ideas on where to go from here - most importantly, how to rise up and continue to do the work.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-13135854 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3134 1 15 full true 014 - Your Spiritual Practice is YOURS. 014 - Your Spiritual Practice is YOURS. If you are involved in a spiritual or wellness-based community, you've seen misinformation from self-proclaimed "lightworkers" or spiritual "coaches." In today's episode, we'll chat about how to distance ourselves from harmful pop spirituality and, instead, cultivate a personal authentic practice.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-13078132 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3229 1 14 full true 013 - Simplify. 013 - Simplify. One of the best things we can do for our mental health is routinely clean out the rules, regulations, expectations and beliefs we've picked up along our journey through life. Let's set it all down and unpack a little.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-12963866 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2515 1 13 full true 012 - Is Everyone Traumatized? 012 - Is Everyone Traumatized? In today's episode, we explore the nuances of trauma as we understand and discuss it today. Is it a trend to say you're traumatized? What does it really mean, and how can we identify and work with our relationships to it?

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-12891324 Mon, 22 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3263 1 12 full false 011 - Decoding Our Dreams 011 - Decoding Our Dreams In the world of wellness and personal development, why is no one talking about how much our dreams might be able to help us in our waking lives? I think it's time we bring this discussion to the table.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-12780683 Mon, 08 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2692 1 11 full false 010 - Releasing Our Goblin Energy - w/ Kay Powell 010 - Releasing Our Goblin Energy - w/ Kay Powell One of my dearest friends joins me today to chat about the concept of a "Goblin Girl" (adjacent to the "Dirty Girl" trend, perhaps), what nature can do for our bodies, and above all, how to interact with and find joy in Mother Earth while still caring about the climate crisis. This conversation was full of fun and wisdom. I hope you enjoy!

Apologies for the wacky sound quality BTW, pls forgive :)

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]]> One of my dearest friends joins me today to chat about the concept of a "Goblin Girl" (adjacent to the "Dirty Girl" trend, perhaps), what nature can do for our bodies, and above all, how to interact with and find joy in Mother Earth while still caring about the climate crisis. This conversation was full of fun and wisdom. I hope you enjoy!

Apologies for the wacky sound quality BTW, pls forgive :)

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For the entire month of April, I am focusing my efforts at Lead to Gold toward climate action. For every new subscriber to the blog, I will donate $5 to the Clean Air Task Force. For every rating on the podcast (on any streaming service), I will donate $5 to Project Drawdown. No screenshots necessary - I'll tally everything up on April 30th and send donations their way. Thank you SO MUCH for participating and being an amazing Earth healer with me. 🌏

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-12723605 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 18:00:00 -0400 3339 1 10 full false 009 - Healing Earth by Going Inward 009 - Healing Earth by Going Inward Too good to be true? Maybe. But a step in the right direction? Absolutely. In this episode, I'm sharing a theory about our connection to our inner and outer landscapes - that is, our mind/body connection to Mother Earth.

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For the entire month of April, I am focusing my efforts at Lead to Gold toward climate action. For every new subscriber to the blog, I will donate $5 to the Clean Air Task Force. For every rating on the podcast (on any streaming service), I will donate $5 to Project Drawdown. No screenshots necessary - I'll tally everything up on April 30th and send donations their way. Thank you SO MUCH for participating and being an amazing Earth healer with me. 🌏

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-12625743 Mon, 10 Apr 2023 22:00:00 -0400 2488 1 9 full false 008 - Getting Older, with All Our Younger Selves 008 - Getting Older, with All Our Younger Selves You might have guessed - this episode is all about the inner child archetype and our experiences with them as we age. My birthday is in a few days, so all the past versions of me are coming forward to share some wisdom. How can we bridge our past experiences with our current ones, and how can we soothe and heal all of them, all at the same time?

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-12518803 Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2752 1 8 full false 007 - OCD & Me 007 - OCD & Me In this episode, I'm detailing my long and winding road down the path of experiencing undiagnosed anxiety and OCD, plus the denial, anger, acceptance, medication, therapy, and every little detour along the way. My hope here is to help anyone who may suffer from OCD or know someone who does to understand it a bit better. Please reach out if you have comments, questions or suggestions!

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-12332726 Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3815 1 7 full true 006 - There Are No Rules - w/ Han Bauer 006 - There Are No Rules - w/ Han Bauer I'm so excited to share another guest conversation with you all today - this one goes deep, but there is so much joy and fun here, too. My friend Han takes us through their experiences with high-stress, high-demand college sports and the journey from living under expectations of others to freeing the body, loving their identity, finding community, and doing whatever feels GOOD. Han is the leader of Flo DMV, a Washington, DC based group of skaters who put the emphasis on community support, and are the safest space for LGBTQ+ and BIPOC.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-12187886 Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3524 1 6 full false 005 - Our Bodies Are Not a Trend. 005 - Our Bodies Are Not a Trend. Buccal fat, BBL reversals, the revival of "heroin chic?" Who has the energy for this BS??? Trends affect everyone, not just the TikTok era. Let's get into it and uncover why this is such a harmful cultural movement.

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-12183167 Mon, 13 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2427 1 5 full true 004 - Everything Afterward is a Bonus - w/ Nora Beck 004 - Everything Afterward is a Bonus - w/ Nora Beck My first guest on the show! Today I'm chatting with my dear friend, Nora Beck, about her life and journey overcoming addiction in the midst of a viral snowboarding career, getting in (and staying out of) trouble, recovering from terrifying injuries, and moving from the mountains of Oregon to the dusty desert of Baja, Mexico. 

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]]> My first guest on the show! Today I'm chatting with my dear friend, Nora Beck, about her life and journey overcoming addiction in the midst of a viral snowboarding career, getting in (and staying out of) trouble, recovering from terrifying injuries, and moving from the mountains of Oregon to the dusty desert of Baja, Mexico. 

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-12028063 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3508 1 4 full true 003 - It Is Still (and Always!) the Season of Giving 003 - It Is Still (and Always!) the Season of Giving In the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, this episode discusses community care, and how the idea of self-care has evolved over time to separate itself from the "community." It doesn't exactly line up anymore with its original core values...let's try to get back to it, shall we? 

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]]> In the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, this episode discusses community care, and how the idea of self-care has evolved over time to separate itself from the "community." It doesn't exactly line up anymore with its original core values...let's try to get back to it, shall we? 

✨ FROM JANUARY 16TH, 2023, UNTIL FEBRUARY 16TH, 2023: I am hosting a donation challenge! Here's how you can get involved:

  1. Follow me on Instagram @lead.to.gold
  2. Leave a review of the podcast on any listening platform that allows it
  3. DM me a screenshot on Insta of the review and name a charity, mutual aid, food bank, etc. that you would like me to donate to
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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-12028048 Mon, 16 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2009 1 3 full false 002 - Calling In Presence for the New Year 002 - Calling In Presence for the New Year Today we're reflecting on the main themes of 2022, what we're still working on going into the new year, and how to actually attain some of these goals - I refuse to call it a New Years resolution!

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]]> Erin Taylor Buzzsprout-11957788 Mon, 02 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2425 1 2 full false 001 - Pilot 001 - Pilot Welcome to Lead to Gold! I'm so happy you're here. In this episode, I'm laying the foundation for what this podcast will be about, where its origins came from, and what I hope to achieve as it gets started. 

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