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Gwenevere is know by many as the happiest person on the planet. No seriously, people often refer to her as the happiest person there is. Is there any better way to end a series on happiness than that?  Dr. Taylor explores the value of boundaries, identity and choices, and why taking a few minutes and giving a few inches to other can make a world of difference. Think about what makes you happy and let it happen. New Sponsor! Check out the Empathy App and get started down your path to emotional wellness today: www.empathicholdings.comWebsite: https://taylorcounselinggroup.comEmail: info@taylorcounselinggroup.comTwitter: @TCG_DallasCounseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/ Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

Depression, suicide, divorce, and cancer... all things in the rearview for Sue. An amazing, inspiring story of how one female entrepreneur chose happiness despite the worst life has to offer. Think about what makes you happy and let it happen. New Sponsor! Check out the Empifany App and get started down your path to emotional wellness today: www.empathicholdings.comWebsite: https://taylorcounselinggroup.comEmail: info@taylorcounselinggroup.comTwitter: @TCG_DallasCounseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/ Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

Travis Richards is the CEO of Catco and found happiness in the midst of a divorce. He believes that happiness is your responsibility and tries to be kind to others whenever possible, do you feel the same?  Dr. Taylor explores the value of of being kind to others even when you feel down or when others are not being kind to you. Think about what makes you happy and let it happen. New Sponsor! Check out the Empathy App and get started down your path to emotional wellness today: www.empathicholdings.comWebsite: https://taylorcounselinggroup.comEmail: info@taylorcounselinggroup.comTwitter: @TCG_DallasCounseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/ Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

Debe knows a thing or two about growing up in with a few struggles but she chooses happiness anyways. Dr. Taylor explores how choosing happiness can inspire more than just yourself. Think about what makes you happy and let it happen. New Sponsor! Check out the Empathy App and get started down your path to emotional wellness today: www.empathicholdings.comWebsite: https://taylorcounselinggroup.comEmail: info@taylorcounselinggroup.comTwitter: @TCG_DallasCounseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/ Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

Diving deep into the philosophical aspects of happiness Dr. Taylor explores the more complex parts of the unconscious mind. Our interview with Sree brings up the idea of striving for happiness constantly throughout your life. Think about what makes you happy and let it happen. New Sponsor! Check out the Empathy App and get started down your path to emotional wellness today: www.empathicholdings.comWebsite: https://taylorcounselinggroup.comEmail: info@taylorcounselinggroup.comTwitter: @TCG_DallasCounseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/ Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

How important is money in relations to our happiness? Have you thought much about it? Do you talk about your financial plans with those you love? Do you have a financial plan for the future?  Dr. Taylor explores the value of money as it relates to happiness along with hugs and other things. Think about what makes you happy and let it happen. New Sponsor! Check out the Empathy App and get started down your path to emotional wellness today: www.empathicholdings.comWebsite: https://taylorcounselinggroup.comEmail: info@taylorcounselinggroup.comTwitter: @TCG_DallasCounseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/ Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

Is the pursuit of happiness overrated? Are simply called to be content? In contrast to the last episode JJ Parker argues for contentment over happiness. Happiness is not something he seeks out but rather a calm contentment in life. Dr. Taylor explores the value of identity in our battery pack through JJ's creativity. Think about what makes you happy and let it happen. New Sponsor! Check out the Empathy App and get started down your path to emotional wellness today: www.empathicholdings.comWebsite: https://taylorcounselinggroup.comEmail: info@taylorcounselinggroup.comTwitter: @TCG_DallasCounseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/ Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

For a man with one leg Dr. Arias has no issue jumping into happiness. Scott shares how grateful he is for losing his leg and how this tragedy deepened his faith and relationship with God. Dr. Taylor explores how tragedy can help us build stronger identities and inspire greater happiness. Think about what makes you happy and let it happen. New Sponsor! Check out the Empathy App and get started down your path to emotional wellness today: www.empathicholdings.comWebsite: https://taylorcounselinggroup.comEmail: info@taylorcounselinggroup.comTwitter: @TCG_DallasCounseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/ Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

Matt Robinson takes us on a journey through his recovery and complex family business.  Dr. Taylor explores how gratitude can be the glue that holds it all together. Think about what makes you happy and let it happen. New Sponsor! Check out the Empathy App and get started down your path to emotional wellness today: https://www.empathicholdings.comWebsite: https://taylorcounselinggroup.comEmail: info@taylorcounselinggroup.comTwitter: @TCG_DallasCounseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/ Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

Season 3 is here! Are you happy? We are taking the podcast in a new direction. Dr. Taylor explores what it means to be happy and how can charge our happiness battery and expand our capacity for happiness. This episode dives deeper into what it means to be happy as Dr. Taylor discusses some of the interesting viewpoints on happiness we will enjoy this season. Think about what makes you happy and let it happen. New Sponsor! Check out the Empathy App and get started down your path to emotional wellness today: https://www.empathicholdings.comWebsite: https://taylorcounselinggroup.comEmail: info@taylorcounselinggroup.comTwitter: @TCG_DallasCounseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/ Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

Are you happy? We are taking the podcast in a new direction. Dr. Taylor explores what it means to be happy and how can charge our happiness battery and expand our capacity for happiness. This is the first episode that outlines what we will dive into in session three. Think about what makes you happy and let it happen. Website: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com Email: info@taylorcounselinggroup.com Twitter: @TCG_Dallas Counseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/  Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

What are the makes of a real friendship? Dr. Taylor explores how to make a friendship work even when you work together. Lynne and Danielle of Fave4 join the show to discuss the ups and downs of their friendship of over 20 years. The secret to making it work, not as difficult as you might think. Website: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com Email: info@taylorcounselinggroup.com Twitter: @TCG_Dallas Counseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/  Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

Dr. Taylor explores how to develop, maintain and grow friendships with Lauren Gilland. One of TCG's senior therapists Lauren has a great deal of experience with helping clients develop healthy relationships and helps us to understand what makes a health relationship and how to grow new ones. Website: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com Email: info@taylorcounselinggroup.com Twitter: @TCG_Dallas Counseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/  Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

Let's start 2021 off right by exploring the things that really matter... friendships! We have all struggled through 2020 and let's be honest our relationships are probably not where they should be. No worries, it's never too late to get back on the right track. Website: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com Email: info@taylorcounselinggroup.com Twitter: @TCG_Dallas Counseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/  Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

Dr. Taylor wraps up the first half of season two and reviews ways that we can make the best out of 2020. See you in 2021!Website: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com Email: info@taylorcounselinggroup.com Twitter: @TCG_Dallas Counseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/  Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

Relationships are hard! But they seem even harder during the pandemic. In an interview with Dr. Paul Stanford, Dr. Taylor explores how we can utilize telehealth to get help when we need it most. Website: https://taylorcounselinggroup.comEmail: info@taylorcounselinggroup.comTwitter: @TCG_DallasDr. Paul StanfordStanford Couples Counselinghttps://www.stanfordcouplescounseling.com Counseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/ Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

Relationships are hard! But they seem even harder during the pandemic. In an interview with Crystal Williamson, Dr. Taylor explores how we can develop a healthy balance of quality time when we have far more quantity time than we expected. Website: https://taylorcounselinggroup.comEmail: info@taylorcounselinggroup.comTwitter: @TCG_Dallas Counseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/ Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

Building a healthy marriage is already hard enough but throwing quarantine, social distancing, and a complete lack of social events in the mix, it can feel impossible at times. Dr. Taylor explores ideas to help you and your partner survive and thrive during this difficult time. Website: https://taylorcounselinggroup.comEmail: info@taylorcounselinggroup.comTwitter: @TCG_Dallas Counseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/ Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

In search of new and creative ways to better practice self-care during the pandemic, Dr. Taylor sits down with Valencia McClure the founder of the Artistry of Essential Oils. In 2019, Valencia founded The Artistry of Essential Oils and became a certified aromatherapist. Due to her personal experience with breast cancer and as an advocate for women’s health and empowerment, Valencia made a promise to donate 20 percent of all Essential Oil Rollerball Blend sales to organizations that specialize in breast cancer research and the empowerment of young girls.  With a lifelong commitment to community engagement, Valencia has been actively involved in civic and charitable organizations, having served on the Board of Visitors for the University of Maryland School of Medicine and the Board of Directors for Susan G. Komen Maryland and Girl Scouts of Central Maryland, just to name a few. In efforts to share her passion and personal experiences through education, Valencia is available for speaking engagements, consultations, and workshops, which can be booked on Website: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com Email: info@taylorcounselinggroup.com Twitter: @TCG_Dallas Counseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/  Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.

Dr. Taylor sits down with Christian Knight, one of our fantastic counselors in Coppell, to better understand unique and creative ways we can approach self-care. Website: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com Email: info@taylorcounselinggroup.com Twitter: @TCG_Dallas Counseling Resources: https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/resources/  Disclaimer: No professional counseling advice is being offered to the audience. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency you should call 911 immediately or proceed to the nearest emergency room. The view's expressed by guests do not reflect those of Taylor Counseling Group.