In part two of this interview, Porscha Young shares her transformative journey through therapy, self-discovery, and empowerment. She discusses the importance of addressing past traumas, the impact of control in her upbringing, and her evolving understanding of narcissism. Porscha also explores body positivity, the freedom of self-expression through fashion, and the significance of building a supportive community. The conversation delves into sexual liberation, the joy of celebrating holidays, and the personal significance of tattoos and piercings. Porscha emphasizes the importance of women's rights and encourages listeners to trust their instincts in creating the life they desire.
Porscha Young shares her inspiring journey of resilience, navigating the complexities of her upbringing in a tight-knit religious community, struggles with mental health, and the challenges of early marriage. She discusses her decision to leave an unhealthy relationship, the process of finding her identity, and the importance of therapy in her healing journey. Portia's story highlights the significance of autonomy and personal growth, encouraging listeners to embrace their own paths to self-discovery.
Lets talk about birth, baby. Let's talk you and me. Lets talk about all the good things and the bad things that can be. Lets talk about birth.
See what we did there? ;) In this episode, we delve into Taya's personal birth stories, discussing her journey to motherhood, the challenges she faced during pregnancy and labor, and the impact of her experiences on her body image and mental health. We stress the importance of sharing birth stories and the strength of women in navigating motherhood.
In this conversation, Diana shares her journey of creating her tequila brand, Orgullo Ajeno, which embodies her heritage and values. She discusses the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of community, and the pride she feels in representing underrepresented groups in the industry. Diana emphasizes the significance of authenticity and the learning experiences that come with building a brand from the ground up, ultimately celebrating the success of her product and the positive feedback from her community.
Diana shares her journey from growing up in a strict religious environment to embracing her identity as a Mexican LGBTQ woman and starting her own tequila brand. She discusses the impact of COVID on her personal growth, and the process of coming out. Diana also reflects on the importance of building a supportive community and the joy of celebrating holidays with her wife, highlighting the significance of authenticity and self-acceptance in her life.
In this episode, Heather and Taya discuss their personal experiences with breast health, including Taya's journey through breast reduction surgery and the challenges of navigating insurance. Heather shares her experience with finding a lump and the subsequent medical procedures. They share insights on the importance of self-examination, the emotional and physical aspects of surgery, and recovery. Join us to talk all about boobs!
In this episode, hosts Taya and Heather introduce the rebranded podcast 'Women of Words' and discuss the exciting changes for season two. They share their plans for interviews, book discussions, and delve into unique topics that resonate with their audience. The conversation highlights the importance of community, personal stories, and health insights, particularly focusing on women's experiences.
In the season finale of '30 Flirty and Freaking Out', hosts Taya and Heather do a Q&A, discussing life experiences, trying new things, and revealing embarrassing moments. They also address misconceptions about themselves, share their dream podcast guests, and recommend their favorite food spots in beautiful Skagit Valley. The episode concludes with heartfelt thanks to their listeners and a promise of exciting plans for the next season.
In this episode, Heather and Taya delve into their personal experiences with anxiety and depression, discussing the complexities of mental health, the impact of leaving a religious community, and the role of medication and therapy. They explore how anxiety manifests in their lives, the importance of coping mechanisms, and the influence of social media on self-perception. The conversation emphasizes the significance of seeking help, the validity of emotional releases, and the necessity of support systems in navigating mental health challenges.
In this lively episode of '30 Flirty and Freaking Out', hosts Taya and Heather dive deep into their love for books, discussing their favorite reads from the past year, the ones that broke their hearts, and the authors that shaped their reading journey. They explore the thrillers that kept them on the edge of their seats, the haunting books that lingered in their minds, and the ones they absolutely hated. As they look ahead to their TBR lists and anticipated reads, they also touch on the importance of mental health in their lives and the role reading plays in it. The episode wraps up with a call for listener questions and a promise of more bookish discussions to come.
In this episode, Heather and Taya explore their experiences with entertainment, particularly focusing on music and movies, while reflecting on their upbringing in a Christian community. They discuss the impact of censorship on their music choices, the evolution of their tastes, and the influence of modern artists. The conversation also touches on the nostalgia of childhood movies, the role of humor in films, and the peer pressure they faced regarding entertainment choices. They conclude with a discussion on their current reading and recommendations, emphasizing the importance of personal growth and self-acceptance in their entertainment preferences.
Get to know one of your hosts Heather in today's bonus episode! Heather is a 35 year old nurse and as such she does NOT hold back when it comes to answering personal questions. We dive into her career as a nurse, her surgery for sweaty hands?, as well as her obsession with pillows and you won't want to miss the word association game at the end of this special episode!
Join us as we talk about how our views on finances have changed since leaving a tight knit religious community where we thought the world was going to end before we reached retirement age so why have a 401k?! We've since learned so much about retirement accounts, emergency funds, investing, and so much more, and we're sharing our journey with you!
Join us on this "get to know us" bonus episode all about one of your hosts Taya! Taya spent 3 years on a boat in the Caribbean , lived in South America, and has the best mind for word association games and we dive into ALL of it on this special episode of getting to know Taya!
On today's episode we are diving into politics! Don't worry, we don't know ANYTHING about politics (we grew up in a politically neutral religion) and just now in our 30's are learning all the things about voting, political parties, and we're so lost! Why are there so many options on the ballot?? Join us as we navigate how our experience is going learning about politics and what we've discovered so far! If you have any tips for us PLEASE comment! :D
Today's episode is all about making adult friendships! Taya and Heather left a very tight knit religious community and in doing so lost a lot of friends and found themselves, in their 30's, having to completely rebuild their entire community. Join us as we talk about how we made new friends, got up the courage to strike up conversations with new people (even when it didn't go to plan), and what we've learned from our experiences. We hope you like this episode and please comment below what your experience has been like making new friends or if you stay close to old friends too!
Today's bonus episode comes from you the listeners!! We got a lot of great messages about how holidays have changed for you guys and how you're incorporating old and new holiday traditions into your families. Thank you so much for sending your comments in and we hope you enjoy the episode! If you have any comments you'd like to add to the conversation we'd love to hear from you!
In today's episode we dive into all things holidays, from our experience growing up NOT celebrating holidays and how we felt about that, to what they mean to us now, what we love or dislike about different holidays, and some of our first time experiences with holiday celebrations!
For our first episode we wanted to let you guys get to know a little bit about who we are, what we're doing, and why we're here. Also, why exactly are we freaking out? Find out here!
Meet your hosts, Taya and Heather, in this quick intro to our podcast and discover what we're all about and what we hope to bring you in this show. Welcome to the community!
