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Taylor Hill, a supermodel, actor, and philanthropist, shares her journey from being discovered at age 14 to becoming a Victoria's Secret model. She discusses the discipline and hard work required to maintain her physique, as well as the pressure and unrealistic beauty standards associated with the industry. Despite the challenges, Hill found comfort and joy in her beloved dog, Tate, who became her soulmate and emotional support.
Tragically, Hill lost Tate to cancer, and she openly discusses the profound grief she experienced and the healing process. She also vulnerably reveals her experience with miscarriage, the complex emotions involved, and the importance of open communication with her partner during that difficult time. Throughout her struggles, Tate remained a constant source of comfort and companionship, inspiring Hill to create Tate and Taylor, a media platform and community for pet owners.
Hill's mission with Tate and Taylor is to provide a supportive, informative, and purposeful space for pet lovers. She aims to raise awareness about animal welfare, promote rescue organizations, and fund cancer research for pets. Hill's journey has been one of passion, purpose, and using her platform to make a positive impact on the lives of animals and their human companions.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- The modeling industry can impose unrealistic beauty standards and immense pressure, even on young individuals.
- Pets can provide unconditional love, comfort, and emotional support, particularly during difficult times.
- Grief and loss are complex emotions that require time, patience, and open communication to heal.
- Building a brand with purpose and intention to give back can have a profound impact on communities.
- Sharing personal experiences can help others feel seen, heard, and understood, fostering a sense of connection and reducing feelings of isolation.
- Finding balance and maintaining mental and physical health is crucial, especially in high-pressure industries.
- Open and honest communication with partners is essential when navigating challenging life experiences.
- Giving yourself grace, time, and space to process emotions is vital for healing and personal growth.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “I was very lucky because I didn't have to work out that hard, and I didn't have to diet because I was 18 and 6ft tall. So you can imagine how lucky I was in terms of that sort of stuff. But then, obviously, as I was starting to grow up and mature as a woman in that arena, I did have to start working out.“ by Taylor Hill
- “I think it's important for other women to hear from others what that it's something that we go through. And I didn't know if I would ever publicly talk about it, but I, you know, I lost Tate, and I'm talking about grief, and he was such a huge part of my journey and my life, and he helped me deal with grief, and he's been a huge part of my mental health and being there for me.“ by Taylor Hill
- “Building a brand with. With intention, I think, and with a purpose, to give back and help, I think, is really important. And something that, especially in the pet space, I felt was lacking because there's so many areas I would love to tap into, just beyond the cancer funding and maybe even cancer research and getting into that and understanding why and how, as well as rescue, we work with rescue organizations.“ by Taylor Hill
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On Purpose with Jay Shetty
iHeartPodcasts
6/17/24
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 & Taylor
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