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You Are Here

We all spend time in the dark. We play the roles expected of us, chase titles that don't fulfill us, and build our identities around shadows on a wall. But what happens when you finally realize the life you are living isn't really yours? Welcome to You Are Here , hosted by Dr. Christopher S. Taylor. Each episode, Dr. Taylor sits down with a real person carrying a real story — someone who has faced the darkness of the cave and made the difficult, courageous climb toward the light. Together, they…

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For Self Examination Podcast EP. 2 | Speaking with Father John Jordan

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of For Self Examination, Dr. Chris Taylor sits down with Father John Jordan, a priest at St. Laurence Southlake. They discuss many topics surrounding counsel, faith, and how Father John handles certain issues. If you're seeking resources on this topic, visit our evolving resource center below! 👇 https://www.taylorcounselinggroup.com Learn more about our Mental…

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For Self Examination Podcast EP. 1 | When All Else Fails, Drive On

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of For Self Examination , Dr. Chris Taylor sits down with Travis Richards, CEO of Katco, for a conversation about resilience, leadership, and the power of focusing on what you can control. From lessons learned in the Air Force and leading a family business to navigating personal hardship and embracing a “drive on” mindset, Travis shares how perseverance, agency,…

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Buses & Trains: Life Lessons From Unlikely Places

Send us Fan Mail If you're seeking resources on this topic, visit our evolving resource center at: taylorcounselinggroup.com. Learn more about our Mental Health app, Empifany . Join Dr. Taylor's personal newsletter . Learn more about the great work being done in mental health by Grant Halliburton Foundation and the Counseling for the Future Foundation . Thank you for joining us on this episode of…

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Aikido & Forest Gump

Send us Fan Mail If you're seeking resources on this topic, visit our evolving resource center at: taylorcounselinggroup.com. Learn more about our Mental Health app, Empifany . Join Dr. Taylor's personal newsletter . Learn more about the great work being done in mental health by Grant Halliburton Foundation and the Counseling for the Future Foundation . Thank you for joining us on this episode of…

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I am a Creep.

Send us Fan Mail If you're seeking resources on this topic, visit our evolving resource center at: taylorcounselinggroup.com. Learn more about our Mental Health app, Empifany . Join Dr. Taylor's personal newsletter . Learn more about the great work being done in mental health by Grant Halliburton Foundation and the Counseling for the Future Foundation . Thank you for joining us on this episode of…

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Here’s the thing… about gratitude.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Taylor challenges the common belief that gratitude is always beneficial. Here’s why it can be harmful: Reactive Thought Patterns: Our thoughts are shaped by childhood beliefs, creating an illusion of stability. When life gets tough, gratitude can become a comforting illusion that invalidates our real experiences. Emotional Avoidance: Gratitude can distract us…

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Get busy living or get busy dying.

Send us Fan Mail I’m a night owl. I love the night. The cool darkness of it. I find I am most creative in the late hours of the evening. And if I had my way, I would sleep in every day and stay up late. Life has a different plan for me, though. My struggle is getting up in the morning. I am a snooze button machine. I love those extra ten minutes of snooze heaven. As a kid, I got in trouble a lot…

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Hi, I'm Chris.

Send us Fan Mail Okay, so here’s the deal. I’ve been putting this off for way too long. My life feels so fractured these days. I never really know where the day will take me. Do you ever feel completely lost? Yeah… me too. But hey, that’s why we have mall kiosks and little red dots to comfort us and tell us exactly where we are… and how far we must traverse to reach the Gap or the food court. For…

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Embracing the New Year: Life Happens For You

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Welcome back to "For Self-Examination"! I'm your host, Dr. Christopher Taylor, braving a bit of the new year crud. Today, as we kick off this exciting journey into 24, we dive into the intriguing dynamics of resolutions, healthy self-examination, and the concept that life doesn't happen to you; it happens for you. 🌬️ Episode Highlights: 📆 Navigating the significance of the…

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Choosing Love Over Fear: Embracing 2024

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to "For Self-Examination" with your host, Dr. Christopher Taylor. After insightful episodes on narcissism, Dr. Taylor shifts focus to a powerful concept that has impacted his life—ego. Reflecting on a transformative idea introduced by Jim Carrey, the episode encourages a shift in perspective as we approach 2024. Dr. Taylor shares Carrey's profound insight: "Life…

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