Hii! I just wanted to add something on the boredom topic that I wish I touched on in the video. As it relates to work, while I do have a job I love currently that’s more creative and varies each day, I have worked traditional jobs both before, during and after college and have definitely experienced boredom in jobs. Every job has pros and cons and it’s great to be able to find something you and enjoy doing where the pros outweigh the cons and make up for the mundane parts of your work. Every one has moments of not loving certain tasks in work or life of course like chores and boring aspects of jobs, but for me personally as an adult I feel like there’s too many things I can do to be bored when I’m functioning and not working. To me, doing shitty chores like housework, taxes, bills, etc is just a part of life, you may not enjoy doing it but I don’t feel *truly* bored when I’m doing them, I’m just focusing on getting them done. It’s a different boredom than like true extreme boredom as a child (maybe this is more an only child thing haha). Also this might be an upside to chronic pain, since your functioning time is limited, there’s so many things you look forward to doing and just being out of bed is exciting so sometimes just moving your legs and breathing air is fun and something to be thankful for. I can’t imagine having that time and not knowing what to do with it it. 😀🖤
I am so happy that I found your channel, Taylor. We actually have a lot in common--it feels like we are friends and we've never met. Keep doing what you're doing because it touches a lot of people ✨💕☺️
I was just thinking yesterday about how I'm never bored. I always have a million different things to do. Now if only I would choose the things that I "should" be doing versus the funner things 🤣 One day!
I'm bored almost constantly lol. I'm chronically ill too, but I'm mostly in bed. It drives me literally insane. I can rarely read books anymore as I can't retain what I've just read. I was a voracious reader before I got sick, so i miss it like crazy! Audio books aren't my thing either, as I'll just zone out. I love doing art, but it's health dependant. Haven't done any since last summer when I had a bad health crash. I enjoy creating tiktoks (video/audio) without me in them, so that passes a little bit of time, plus watching box-sets and YT. 💗🏴
When I was in college my theatre professor had a mantra he lived by and I adopted it as well...when your job stops being fun, it's time to find a new job. Fun being a relative term. I'm 59 and it's worked well for me. It's prevented the boredom from setting in and taking root. I've also applied it to everyday life. My daughter introduced me to your videos and I enjoy watching them. I especially enjoy the travel vlogs. Thank you for what you do!
I really appreciate that you have an ethical code of sorts-for you to not feel right about the other shadow and shmooze and then decide to not post some of it. I appreciate that you are a woman of personal conviction and that you aren’t just putting content out to put content out. Thanks for being a great example of someone who follows her head and heart and that you answer to your own standards and not anyone else’s. I SUPER appreciate that. Much love-❤
Taylor, I just feel the need to say after watching your videos on here for more than 7 years, and having stopped watching most other people I did from that time, you should be really proud of what you’re creating and putting out into the world. You consistently exude positive and motivational energy and really thoughtful insights on your experiences - without the facade of perfection. I give you a ton of credit and I hope you celebrate yourself for that too 🖤
This is why I love your content. You actually think??? About what you post??? Before posting it??? So rare in the beauty community nowadays. There’s a reason I’ve watched you for years!!
OMG she is honestly the most respectable content creator, no exaggeration. She also ALWAYS adds value to life. Even when she's just fooling around having fun. I know that can't be faked, and I think that's why she's such a breath of fresh air, especially if you watch literally anyone else on social media. It's a constant, and it's safe.
Opening a book is like opening another world for me. I can to be someone else, in a new place. Sometimes I get to go back in time or forward in the future, I might be rich, poor, young, old..learning different cultures.....I could be part of someones imagination or I could be a true story..I could just be myself learning about me and how I work, or I could read how other things work. Books are a relief from my anxieties and also a good bonding tool for my children, even friends. Like you said, you're getting something out of it and you never feel shittier after reading.🖤📚
So we had a book club in elementary school where if you read enough books you got a personal pan pizza from Pizza Hut 🤣 maybe not the best incentive but it did help me enjoy reading at a young age (specifically RL Stine books Fear books)! Anyone remember those?
Atomic Habits definitely made a huge difference in the way I see the process of forming habits and reaching certain goals. One of those books I would consider rereading every couple of years as a refresh. Very helpful!
Taylor I love how thoughtful you are. I can totally understand not wanting to say things that could be misconstrued. I can promise as a long time follower I love when you share any piece of you. We’re in similar stages of life and you are so relatable which is why I keep coming back. As someone who is not an only child I would love to hear your perspective. Keep shining babe
I'm so glad you shared both parts of this S&S! I think the most important/impactful book I've ever read is 'How to Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It'. I found this book during the lowest point in my life, and it really turned things around and I would recommend anyone read it who has low self confidence, is in a bad relationship and trying to find the courage to get out, or just needs a little boost 💖
Taylor, get yourself a book light for reading your physical books at night! It’s a game changer. As a mom, I’m often more harsh on myself than I probably should be. But one thing I’m really proud of is that all my kids LOVE to read. I hope it stays that way as they get older.
I love that so much “ imagine all the things you haven’t learned yet” as a mom of 3 I am going to remember that when my boys feel like things are tough.
What you said about school ruining reading is spot on. Ive loved reading since i can first remember but high school hit and i stopped reading books for enjoyment. It became a chore. Thankfully as an adult now i read all the time.
Love both makeup looks :) and both convos. Really appreciate all the work you put into your content. Most life-changing book I’ve read and keep reading is the Bible. Amazing how much practical advice it has, even just in Proverbs alone. There’s a verse in there that says “A wise person listens and takes in more instruction…” which I thought was exactly to your point about how much you wouldn’t have known if you hadn’t read all those books. It’s so great that you keep an open mind to learning more 💛
As someone who was a voracious reader all through childhood and highschool I really stopped reading in college and it's taken me about 5 years to get back into it. Loving the book recommendations
You and my both, lady! I’m all about the life changing books to broaden the mind! College just wears you out since you’re already occupying most of your time with reading/writing/studying!
The Bible is life changing for me, I finished it for the first tine during the pandemic and now I’m onto the 3rd time and constantly learning new things ❤
Only time I can remember being bored was at a desk job with not enough to do- awful! Decades later I still remember East of Eden (Steinbeck), which felt life-changing in high school. It's a beautiful novel which shows how your choices affect your entire life. Novels are full of life lessons even though not "self-help" books. You go in just for entertainment, not for productivity, but always leave a good novel a little changed💜
This might be a little more niche but there is a book called Firekeeper’s Daughter that really changed my life. I’m “half” Native American/ half white and the book is written from the perspective of a teenage girl who is mixed. I just felt like it really shifted my view of my place in the indigenous community and how to stay connected to my culture. It is also realistic fiction and a murder mystery but it doesn’t lose the poignancy and heart of the author’s message about Anishinaabe teachings and blood quantum issues.
I have been watching your videos for years Taylor and I must say you have the NICEST and most welcoming comment section/subscribers. I swear this is the best community on RUclips 🥹❤️ proud to be a baerrito! 🌯
Agreed! Read it twice. I’m a nurse working at the VA and have chronic pain issues. a lot of my patients are post combat vets. This book was essential in helping me understand. Hands down amazing read ❤
I enjoyed it as well but it does have a handful of negative reviews that I definitely understand. If you are a survivor of sexual trauma at the hands of a man especially, tread with caution. The author talks about his work with soldiers who have PTSD from Vietnam, and a lot of their PTSD involves some sort of trauma that they imposed on other people. The author doesn’t do a great job about sympathizing for the survivors of that trauma but does sympathize for the soldiers who imposed that trauma and now suffer from PTSD.
For those considering the Four Thousand Weeks book, BUY THE HARD BOOK! I did the audio & there were too many good pieces of advice that I ended up buying the book so I can highlight the crap out of it!
I just saw on Amazon that the paperback is currently on preorder for a July 2023 release. I prefer paperback, so maybe I’ll listen to the audiobook and then reread in July so I can take notes (provided I like the book, which I think I will).
It looks like there's only a few cents difference between the hardback and the July release of the paperback. In books I know I'll be compelled to highlight and notate, I definitely prefer the former over the latter. I've got the hard cover book in my Amazon cart right now! 🤓😉 Thanks for the recommendation and the endorsement! ❤️❤️❤️
Sedona is my favorite place on Earth. I haven’t been there recently, but I used to travel there all the time from shitty NH and visit my friends out there. I’ve been 6 or 7 times now, my friends were like a second family to me. But the people in general there are so always so nice. The views are breathtaking and I remember the feeling I would get there I can only best describe as magical, almost like I’m in another realm. Like the vibes in Sedona are just different! I want to go back soon. I really like Devil’s Bridge btw! Really pretty views everywhere, you really can’t go wrong. Can’t wait to see that vlog so I can live vicariously through you. My heart misses Sedona and my friends so much!! ❤
I can say that after I watch you and a few others on RUclips, I get inspired to get up do makeup put an outfit on, basically be a human. Being disabled has taken so damn much, my body, my brain, my work, my social life. But after all these years I don’t feel so lonely after watching you all. I get makeup subscriptions so I have so much makeup and I will do my makeup with the videos, sounds weird I know, but thank you ❤for being so kind and motivating . I cannot travel and I feel like I’ve seen places because you film all around the world.
Definitely agree about TikTok, where you leave not feeling fab about yourself. I recently deleted all socials (besides RUclips if u consider that socials), and it’s been about 3 months and I’ve never looked back. I don’t miss it, I feel a lot more at peace. I don’t know what everyone is doing, I don’t feel I’m missing out, I get to focus on my life and embrace each moment that I can in the present, rather than watching everyone else’s lives and feeling envious or having fomo. It’s a beautiful feeling!
Taylor you have become my favorite person. I watch you and always leave feeling better than I did before I started the video. I love your vlogs and anything you put out. I think I enjoy your thought process the most I started watching for the make up and now I’m here for the life lessons lol. You are the best girl. Hope you know just how amazing you are to so many!!!
Reading is EVERYTHING to me. I have always been a huge reader and love great fiction, which often presents fundamental truths in an absorbing story. I was raised by libraries! As an Army family, we moved all the time so I never knew anybody, and the first thing I did in a new town was to get my library card. The good towns let you check out 10 at a time! I couldn't read for pleasure in my rush to finish college in 3 years, but as soon as I graduated, I started reading a lot of classics I'd never read. It was so fun since I didn't have to write a paper about them. Many decades later, I'm still always in the middle of a book (or two).📚
When I was little My grandma would have tea parties with me…we would read stories, have treats, and talk about what the story taught me. I really attribute that to why I fell in love with reading. Now I have three kids of my own…tea parties and reading are their favorite part of the day💛
I've always enjoyed your shadow -n-schmoozes, loved this one too! I love reading & have found myself falling back in love with sitting back with a book to unwind/fall asleep. Idk I kind of still love the smell of opening up a good book (is that weird lol?!?) I don't have a a Kindle, but can definitely see how that would more convenient in certain situations. Your makeup looks gorgeous today! Seriously..love it. Take care girl! Xoxoxo
I'm right there with ya. There have been so many times where I've been stuck in bed and I suddenly get a notification that Taylor has uploaded... It makes my day every time! Sending you support and spoons to help you get through your day 🖤
My book recommendation is Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End by Atul Gawande. I think everyone should read it because they will one day be a caretaker or need one. I will advise that this book might not be the best read for someone in a hard time because it doesn’t dance around mortality and that it is finite. But it is still my favorite book.
Brene Brown’s books and the Unlocking Us podcast have provided such great insights. I wish I had the content available to me in my mid twenties. I share these with my friends a lot.
Book recommendation: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl - a must read for everyone. Boredom - As an adult I agree there’s always so much to do that it’s hard to be bored. But, I DO feel bored w/ my mundane repetitive routine of life & doing the same shit over & over again everyday. I’d like to bored in the true way where you’re just feeling like “I’m bored bc I have nothing to do” then you just sort of daydream. Research shows that boredom like that - true boredom - stimulates creativity & is great for kids. The sad thing is kids today do not ever have the opportunity to feel true boredom bc there’s always a screen/device to distract & as we all know, that’s not so good. One more thought about what you mentioned Taylor. As a high school English teacher I agree that is the absolute worst to make kids read a book they don’t want to read. At my school all of our English courses use the “multi-novel” unit. Students are given a selection of books (all related by a theme) to choose from for their novel study & ISU. I always tell them if you hate the book, pick a different one bc there’s nothing worse than reading something you don’t like. This unit is student directed, so they group up w/ others who chose the same novel they did & they make notes, discuss, collaborate about the book rather than learning what the teacher tells them. It’s not perfect but it’s an improvement from the old school way. It’s based in research that shows students get a lot more out of reading when it is self-directed. So we teach them how to analyze & understand books then they apply those skills to their chosen books & make their own meaning w/ their peers. Love you Taylor! ❤ xoxo
I wish I would have had programs like that when I was in school. My class cohort went from teachers who stuck to the Dead White Guys Cannon to teachers that didn't teach, much less have required book assignments. I certainly made up for it in college both with academic readings and reading based on inspo from my classes. Now firmly in my 40s, I'd love a way to inject suggested readings on thought provoking topics...and have an environment in which to discuss them. Book Club, anyone?? ❤️❤️❤️
I’m a retired teacher, children with special needs, and their individual programs sometimes gelling with each other clicked in me when I read your post. I was proud of our profession to read that.
On the topic of reading/ therapy and how you can’t imagine not knowing what you now know…I don’t know who originally said this, but it’s so true: the more you know, the more you know you don’t know. It’s so important to constantly expand our understanding of ourselves, others, the world around us, etc. Love that you’re having a “Reading Renaissance” 📚
Taylor, you are so right about boredom. I have a book that I thought had a profound message. It is called "When Breath Becomes Air". It is about a young neurosurgeon who is diagnosed with terminal brain cancer (non-fiction), and him coming to terms with what it means to live. His definition of living changed my perspective on my life.
I couldn’t tell you the last time I was bored either. As a business owner, there are ALWAYS things to do. I work from 6am until 10:30-11pm (or until I fall asleep) every day. Probably not a good thing but it’s what has to be done. I wish I had the time to be bored! If it’s not work then there’s something to do at the house or in the yard or I have to cook or take care of the dogs. It never ends. That being said, I’m happy with my life and wouldn’t change much if I could. I do need to make more time for reading though. Great video! Thank you for the content ❤
I love the Louise hay books. Currently reading believe, ask and act. For me living in New York, the nyc library online access is amazing. All kinds of ebooks or audiobooks at the ready. Idk if california has that but you should check. Who doesn’t love free.
Love your take on boredom. I think that as adults we have so many things to do or that we could do and when we have a “lazy” moment we say that we feel “bored”. It’s easier to say that we are bored because it doesn’t have a negative connotation. Sometimes we just need a break and to not feel bad for it.
I have the kindle app on my phone. I read anytime I have a few minutes and love that I can read while waiting for appointments, etc without having a second device. I read about 300 books a year. I’d rather read than watch shows. It lets me sit with my husband and he can watch sport and I can read 😂
I started enjoying reading my freshman year in high school when we were supposed to read for 20 minutes at the beginning of each (daily) English class. It didn't matter what we read, we just needed to read. Once a week we spent a class in the library to pick reading material for the week. That teacher really sparked my love for reading and provided some much needed quiet-time in an otherwise stressful day.
One of the the most influential books I’ve read was The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini and - wow. It really helped me think about people in a different way… that no matter how are voice sounds or what we look like .. we’ve all gone through struggles and we should be nice to everyone because we’re all going through something.
So sad that some areas are banning this book in libraries and schools because of the scene at the beginning. I agree with you, @amberwiley3017, it's a book that stuck with me in so many good ways. Every HS'er should read it.
A couple of my favorite Phoenix spots: - Pizzeria Bianco and Bar Bianco (Heritage Square location): Bomb pizza! And the bar next door is super cute and chill while you wait for your table, or for an after dinner drink. They make great mocktails, as well! 💜 - Little Miss BBQ: You have to get there early and stand in line, but it's so worth it!! The smoked pecan pie is a must! 🙌🏻
Totally agree with you on the subject of boredom. As an adult I hardly have days when I don't have something that I either have to do or want to do. 2 BOOKS THAT CHANGED MY LIFE: The Alchemist and The Science of Success. 2 must reads in my opinion!
I get so excited when you post! To answer a couple of your questions, as an adult, I never feel bored, but I also think if you fill your time with hobbies, work, volunteering, etc. You kind of takes up any space for boredom! A book that I read during a difficult transition period for myself was Eat Pray Love. When she gets into what depression and anxiety feel like, it really hits home for me. She does a beautiful job writing about finding yourself, which I love and appreciate as someone who has had to do the same to find happiness and contentment.
I haven’t been watching RUclips much or commenting but I’m still here as always loving and obsessed with your videos and recommendations! This is perfect for my long drive rn!!
RUclips is definitely what I would consider my favorite form of social media. I think it’s different. I always come away feeling good after watching it. Especially your videos.❤
Came for the makeup (cause these videos are how I relax) but was soooooo happy to get the book/learning conversation too! Public Librarian here...thank you for making this part of your content.
I don’t feel bored often. I find I usually struggle to decide what hobby I want to do when I have free time! The last time I did feel bored, was on a long flight. Being forced to sit still for so long is not my idea of fun. I love shadow and smooze! One of my favourite video formats, feels like I’m hanging out with a friend catching up
In your other vlog you mentioned not remembering if you took a med every 4 hours. I just want to mention Amazon has timer pill caps that will reset when you've opened the bottle! So you can quickly see if you've opened it within 4 hours Love your content!! 🖤🌯
I also never get bored as an adult, even if I have nothing to do, I can always find something to do, even if it's just going to gym, watching youtube, video games or going for a walk. As a kid it's so easy to get bored, especially back in our gen, there was no social media or even high speed broadband. My favourite life changing book was This is going to Hurt by Adam Kay, highly recommend for anyone who is involved in healthcare, be it as a patient or as a doctor/nurse/other Heathcare related job
So many Phoenix/Scottsdale food recs: - Los Betos (32nd St & Greenway) for breakfast burritos or literally anything else - Toro @ Fairmont Scottsdale Princess for upscale dinner. Sushi is bomb, scallops are insane, specials are always changing but are solid. The property is beautiful. - Flower Child (Desert Ridge but several other locations too) for healthy but delicious lunch. - Pizzeria Bianco for trendy pizza - North Italia or EVO for tasty pasta - Edelweiss for German/Polish food - Tryst for brunch - Cortado Coffee Roastery for local coffee
Loved the video (as always)! The cold girl makeup trend is one of my favorites recently - I love blush. Just finished reading "MAUS" the graphic novel and while its one of the hardest novels I've ever read because of the subject matter, I think it's so important to read and learn from history. One of the reasons I love fiction so much is getting to see the world through someone else's POV. Anyway, thanks for being one of the only youtubers I've stayed watching over the years!! You're a gem. 💎
Recommendations!!! My fave restaurant: buck and rider Favorite taco: Loco Patron, sandwhiches: cheba hut, Wine and Bruchetta (AMAZING!!): postinos Casual hangout spot: Ohso Downtown Phx: blanco, az wilderness, luckys indoor outdoor(bar but Saturday afternoon is chill with live band) Other faves: Olive and Ivy, Culinary dropout, Chopshop, La Grande orange, the vig, north italia
I would never have picked up this book if it wasn’t a required read for college but I’m so grateful I was “required” to read it because it is shockingly good: the autobiography of Malcolm X. It’s a page turner, I read a lot of books and that one is still #1
Honestly that Four Thousand Weeks book is also one I’d recommend to everyone!! So thank you for sharing a while back. Another one I think is phenomenal is Think Again by Adam Grant.
I completely agree with you about reading on the Kindle. I have a bizarre eye problem and since I can enlarge the font and with the back lighting feature I also read in the dark.
There are so many books I remember reading as a child and in high school! I’m glad I was “forced” to read many of them, and I think that helped broaden my interests as far as having to try different genres and learning how much I enjoyed them.
I am never bored! The last time I was bored was after I had surgery and had to lay down for three days. That we or a Ly ten years ago! I hope my life will always be such that I have so many things to do that I love. My mom is 79 and is never still or bored. She is always gardening or sewing or reading.
Major vote for reading before bed. I've been a reader my entire life (first job was in a bookstore) and thankfully, my Mom took us kids to the library every week for us to get whatever books we wanted (it balanced out the "required" reading of school). I have and will always make time to read before bed. I may not pick up a book (turn on the kindle) any other time of the day, but the hard coded ritual in my brain of turning off the electronics/world, and firing up the kindle so it's just my brain and the author's words, transitions me to restful sleep. I may be so tired I only get through 2 pages, but most nights I find I read of a good 20-30 minutes before falling to sleep. It's one of those habits I'm proud of and always recommend to others.
As someone with severe social anxiety and major depression, and not very well managed unfortunately, I’m constantly bored. I always try to find things to help that won’t trigger the anxiety or depression, but that becomes really difficult. I end up playing a lot of games or watching a lot of videos and movies. But often, there comes a time where none of that and nothing is interesting anymore. I used to read so much a few years ago, and now I struggle focusing on it. Besides those mental struggles, money is also a huge factor. Obviously, I’d love to be able to afford to go out every weekend for drinks with friends or dates or a vacation, a fun local event, etc., but as an unemployed student with the mental struggles, that’s not an option at the moment. So I feel boredom is a lot more than just having the opportunity to do something you find fun. Everyone is different. And some people are more fortunate than others in several different ways and a lot of times that may be helpful for sure. But mental plays a huge role too.
I was just having this conversation with my mom last week, I’m NEVER bored! I can’t not remember the last time I was bored or even didn’t have a laundry list of things to do.
I really enjoy your videos, from makeup to Amazon to travel to family it’s such a good mix and I’m more your parents age! Loved the book Before we were Yours. Basically a true story and really stuck with me.
A book that really moved/impacted me is actually about therapy: Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb. It's a memoir in which a therapist is going to a therapist for some of her own issues but she talks about some past clients and there are some really though-provoking situations. One of those books where I actually cried reading some parts of it.
The only times I've felt bored as an adult were during lockdown in 2020. I remember just sitting on the couch, feeling like I had done everything I could possibly think of to pass the time, and having no end in sight. SO glad we are out of that. Now I have learned to appreciate down time but I also try to do the most I can to make life exciting.
Hey Taylor, I would love a video on your favorite/life changing books, podcast, advice, movies etc. A lot of your recommendations have greatly impacted my life ❤
The book “ Why men love bitches” was life changing for me!! The title threw me off at first but a friend insisted and I’m SO glad I read it, every girl I’ve recommended it to has said the same-Highly recommend🤩
The boredom is interesting to me! I think as adults there is ALWAYS something we could be doing even if it’s just folding laundry so those moments when I do sit down and relax I truly enjoy every second of nothingness! The foot powder is hilarious. I used to sit in front of my caboodle and put hot rollers in my hair and put on makeup when I was “bored” 😂
I'm also never bored! There is always so much I want to study, read, watch, explore, and learn! My boyfriend is "always bored", and I just don't know how!
I’ve always loved to read. I taught myself pretty young and my mom would always tuck me in with a stack of books next to my bed so I could read until I got sleepy every night. One of the best books I’ve read that is so special to me is The Phantom Tollbooth. It’s not challenging-it’s technically a kids’ book, but the way it deals with (!) childhood boredom and a sense of wonder is just so singular and cool. I totally recommend it to anyone and everyone. As for adult books, I recommend House of Leaves. It must be a physical copy though. It absolutely would never translate to kindle or audio even if it’s available in these formats, which I doubt. There’s nothing else like it. It’s mysterious, creepy, confusing, sad, and the way it’s printed and put together looks like found notes. If you give it a chance it will stay with you for a long time.
Apart from those, when I put most of my books into storage (undergoing immunotherapy for a nasty dust allergy, ugh) some of the only ones I left on my shelf were His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman, starting with The Golden Compass if that name rings a bell. That’s a series I wish I could experience again for the first time…
I used to have an hour commute to work and got Audible. I can’t imagine life without it. A book that really had an impact is “The Introvert Advantage, How To Thrive in an Extrovert World” by Marti Olsen Laney. Before I read it, I didn’t feel “normal” about how I interacted with the works. Reading the book made me realize my behaviors, coping mechanisms, etc., were shared by others and was a true “aha” moment. It really gave me insight into myself and I re-read it every few years and recommend to all my introverted friends and colleagues.
Thank you for your recommendation for the physicians formula foundation 💕 I live in hawaii and it lasted me all day and the coverage and finish is so much better than the Makeup Forever!
Hi I dyed my hair black because of you and now I'm in love with myself and I feel a lot better and happier, and everyone enjoys being around me. So thank you for that. (you didn't ask so...sorry, but also still thank you)
Camelback mountain is a great hike! Fave brunch place is snooze - go early! The Biltmore is fun for shopping in Phoenix- citrine beauty has natural makeup and there is a Sephora and Mac store there! Books - Good to Great, Why We Sleep, Don’t Sweat the small stuff
For some reason, the second look was giving me old school Katy Perry (like Teenage Dream era). So pretty! I enjoyed both parts and I'm glad you gave us what you felt comfortable with.
I live near Roosevelt row in phx now and am loving it! I would try the farmers market and song bird cafe it’s so cute they even have a cat ! It’s a great walking city when it’s not summer 😅
I totally understand the “biting your tongue” on certain topics. Yes it sucks to have to do that, but sometimes it’s not worth the trouble to put something out you know doesn’t make you the most comfortable or you think is going to cause issues. I’m very outspoken and I’ve definitely had to learn this lol
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Hii! I just wanted to add something on the boredom topic that I wish I touched on in the video. As it relates to work, while I do have a job I love currently that’s more creative and varies each day, I have worked traditional jobs both before, during and after college and have definitely experienced boredom in jobs. Every job has pros and cons and it’s great to be able to find something you and enjoy doing where the pros outweigh the cons and make up for the mundane parts of your work. Every one has moments of not loving certain tasks in work or life of course like chores and boring aspects of jobs, but for me personally as an adult I feel like there’s too many things I can do to be bored when I’m functioning and not working. To me, doing shitty chores like housework, taxes, bills, etc is just a part of life, you may not enjoy doing it but I don’t feel *truly* bored when I’m doing them, I’m just focusing on getting them done. It’s a different boredom than like true extreme boredom as a child (maybe this is more an only child thing haha). Also this might be an upside to chronic pain, since your functioning time is limited, there’s so many things you look forward to doing and just being out of bed is exciting so sometimes just moving your legs and breathing air is fun and something to be thankful for. I can’t imagine having that time and not knowing what to do with it it. 😀🖤
I am so happy that I found your channel, Taylor. We actually have a lot in common--it feels like we are friends and we've never met. Keep doing what you're doing because it touches a lot of people ✨💕☺️
I was just thinking yesterday about how I'm never bored. I always have a million different things to do. Now if only I would choose the things that I "should" be doing versus the funner things 🤣 One day!
I'm bored almost constantly lol. I'm chronically ill too, but I'm mostly in bed. It drives me literally insane. I can rarely read books anymore as I can't retain what I've just read. I was a voracious reader before I got sick, so i miss it like crazy! Audio books aren't my thing either, as I'll just zone out.
I love doing art, but it's health dependant. Haven't done any since last summer when I had a bad health crash. I enjoy creating tiktoks (video/audio) without me in them, so that passes a little bit of time, plus watching box-sets and YT. 💗🏴
When I was in college my theatre professor had a mantra he lived by and I adopted it as well...when your job stops being fun, it's time to find a new job. Fun being a relative term. I'm 59 and it's worked well for me. It's prevented the boredom from setting in and taking root. I've also applied it to everyday life. My daughter introduced me to your videos and I enjoy watching them. I especially enjoy the travel vlogs. Thank you for what you do!
I really appreciate that you have an ethical code of sorts-for you to not feel right about the other shadow and shmooze and then decide to not post some of it. I appreciate that you are a woman of personal conviction and that you aren’t just putting content out to put content out. Thanks for being a great example of someone who follows her head and heart and that you answer to your own standards and not anyone else’s. I SUPER appreciate that. Much love-❤
Taylor, I just feel the need to say after watching your videos on here for more than 7 years, and having stopped watching most other people I did from that time, you should be really proud of what you’re creating and putting out into the world. You consistently exude positive and motivational energy and really thoughtful insights on your experiences - without the facade of perfection. I give you a ton of credit and I hope you celebrate yourself for that too 🖤
This is so appreciated and sweet. Thank you for saying this. 🖤🖤
100% agree
Taylor is such a sweet and genuine person. New to her channel but it instantly felt like I was hanging out chatting all things with my Bestie!
Totally agree. There’s a couple I watched religiously for a while, but I’ve fallen away from. I always come back for Taylor.
Who agrees that whenever Taylor post, it makes our day!💕
🖤🖤 thank you for watching!!
@@taylorwynn you're so welcome 🤗
Yes
Absolutely!!! ❤️
AGREED
This is why I love your content. You actually think??? About what you post??? Before posting it??? So rare in the beauty community nowadays. There’s a reason I’ve watched you for years!!
Right!! A lot of them purposely post controversial content for more comments and views smh
OMG she is honestly the most respectable content creator, no exaggeration. She also ALWAYS adds value to life. Even when she's just fooling around having fun. I know that can't be faked, and I think that's why she's such a breath of fresh air, especially if you watch literally anyone else on social media. It's a constant, and it's safe.
@@EMILY4DAYS I agree, you can really tell she’s genuine! 🥰
Opening a book is like opening another world for me. I can to be someone else, in a new place. Sometimes I get to go back in time or forward in the future, I might be rich, poor, young, old..learning different cultures.....I could be part of someones imagination or I could be a true story..I could just be myself learning about me and how I work, or I could read how other things work. Books are a relief from my anxieties and also a good bonding tool for my children, even friends. Like you said, you're getting something out of it and you never feel shittier after reading.🖤📚
So we had a book club in elementary school where if you read enough books you got a personal pan pizza from Pizza Hut 🤣 maybe not the best incentive but it did help me enjoy reading at a young age (specifically RL Stine books Fear books)! Anyone remember those?
Book It! I read so much. ❤
Book it! Just discussed with a coworker the other day how much we both loved it!
Atomic Habits definitely made a huge difference in the way I see the process of forming habits and reaching certain goals. One of those books I would consider rereading every couple of years as a refresh. Very helpful!
Taylor I love how thoughtful you are. I can totally understand not wanting to say things that could be misconstrued. I can promise as a long time follower I love when you share any piece of you. We’re in similar stages of life and you are so relatable which is why I keep coming back. As someone who is not an only child I would love to hear your perspective. Keep shining babe
I'm so glad you shared both parts of this S&S! I think the most important/impactful book I've ever read is 'How to Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It'. I found this book during the lowest point in my life, and it really turned things around and I would recommend anyone read it who has low self confidence, is in a bad relationship and trying to find the courage to get out, or just needs a little boost 💖
Taylor, get yourself a book light for reading your physical books at night! It’s a game changer.
As a mom, I’m often more harsh on myself than I probably should be. But one thing I’m really proud of is that all my kids LOVE to read. I hope it stays that way as they get older.
I love that so much “ imagine all the things you haven’t learned yet” as a mom of 3 I am going to remember that when my boys feel like things are tough.
What you said about school ruining reading is spot on. Ive loved reading since i can first remember but high school hit and i stopped reading books for enjoyment. It became a chore. Thankfully as an adult now i read all the time.
Love both makeup looks :) and both convos. Really appreciate all the work you put into your content. Most life-changing book I’ve read and keep reading is the Bible. Amazing how much practical advice it has, even just in Proverbs alone. There’s a verse in there that says “A wise person listens and takes in more instruction…” which I thought was exactly to your point about how much you wouldn’t have known if you hadn’t read all those books. It’s so great that you keep an open mind to learning more 💛
I don't get bored when I'm alone but I often do when I'm with people - even with people I like very much.
As someone who was a voracious reader all through childhood and highschool I really stopped reading in college and it's taken me about 5 years to get back into it. Loving the book recommendations
You and my both, lady! I’m all about the life changing books to broaden the mind! College just wears you out since you’re already occupying most of your time with reading/writing/studying!
Me too! I think @taylorwynn should do a shadow and schmooze or a GRWM featuring book recommendations! That would be an amazing video! ❤️❤️❤️
The Bible is life changing for me, I finished it for the first tine during the pandemic and now I’m onto the 3rd time and constantly learning new things ❤
Only time I can remember being bored was at a desk job with not enough to do- awful! Decades later I still remember East of Eden (Steinbeck), which felt life-changing in high school. It's a beautiful novel which shows how your choices affect your entire life. Novels are full of life lessons even though not "self-help" books. You go in just for entertainment, not for productivity, but always leave a good novel a little changed💜
Girl, new English teacher here! I wholeheartedly agree with you on the books! Let students have a choice-they’ll enjoy it more that way.👏🏻👏🏻
This might be a little more niche but there is a book called Firekeeper’s Daughter that really changed my life. I’m “half” Native American/ half white and the book is written from the perspective of a teenage girl who is mixed. I just felt like it really shifted my view of my place in the indigenous community and how to stay connected to my culture. It is also realistic fiction and a murder mystery but it doesn’t lose the poignancy and heart of the author’s message about Anishinaabe teachings and blood quantum issues.
That’s a fantastic book! Loved it
This one’s in my Goodreads TBR.
It’s a good book
I have been watching your videos for years Taylor and I must say you have the NICEST and most welcoming comment section/subscribers. I swear this is the best community on RUclips 🥹❤️ proud to be a baerrito! 🌯
truly!! Feel very lucky.
My vote for most life changing book: The Body Keeps The Score
Agree! And what happened. And the myth of normal. And dopamine nation.
Agreed! Read it twice. I’m a nurse working at the VA and have chronic pain issues. a lot of my patients are post combat vets. This book was essential in helping me understand. Hands down amazing read ❤
Yes!!! A must read for anyone with pain and/or trauma in their lives!! ❤️❤️❤️
I enjoyed it as well but it does have a handful of negative reviews that I definitely understand. If you are a survivor of sexual trauma at the hands of a man especially, tread with caution. The author talks about his work with soldiers who have PTSD from Vietnam, and a lot of their PTSD involves some sort of trauma that they imposed on other people. The author doesn’t do a great job about sympathizing for the survivors of that trauma but does sympathize for the soldiers who imposed that trauma and now suffer from PTSD.
This is practically required reading for foster parents. ♥
For those considering the Four Thousand Weeks book, BUY THE HARD BOOK! I did the audio & there were too many good pieces of advice that I ended up buying the book so I can highlight the crap out of it!
Totally! I read on kindle but am also buying the physical book to re read.
I just saw on Amazon that the paperback is currently on preorder for a July 2023 release. I prefer paperback, so maybe I’ll listen to the audiobook and then reread in July so I can take notes (provided I like the book, which I think I will).
It looks like there's only a few cents difference between the hardback and the July release of the paperback. In books I know I'll be compelled to highlight and notate, I definitely prefer the former over the latter.
I've got the hard cover book in my Amazon cart right now! 🤓😉 Thanks for the recommendation and the endorsement! ❤️❤️❤️
Can anyone reply with the author's name?
@@kristink742 Oliver Burkeman
Sedona is my favorite place on Earth. I haven’t been there recently, but I used to travel there all the time from shitty NH and visit my friends out there. I’ve been 6 or 7 times now, my friends were like a second family to me. But the people in general there are so always so nice. The views are breathtaking and I remember the feeling I would get there I can only best describe as magical, almost like I’m in another realm. Like the vibes in Sedona are just different! I want to go back soon. I really like Devil’s Bridge btw! Really pretty views everywhere, you really can’t go wrong. Can’t wait to see that vlog so I can live vicariously through you. My heart misses Sedona and my friends so much!! ❤
I can say that after I watch you and a few others on RUclips, I get inspired to get up do makeup put an outfit on, basically be a human. Being disabled has taken so damn much, my body, my brain, my work, my social life. But after all these years I don’t feel so lonely after watching you all. I get makeup subscriptions so I have so much makeup and I will do my makeup with the videos, sounds weird I know, but thank you ❤for being so kind and motivating . I cannot travel and I feel like I’ve seen places because you film all around the world.
I’ve always loved reading since I can remember and I’m so thankful more people are reading now and enjoying it.
Definitely agree about TikTok, where you leave not feeling fab about yourself. I recently deleted all socials (besides RUclips if u consider that socials), and it’s been about 3 months and I’ve never looked back. I don’t miss it, I feel a lot more at peace.
I don’t know what everyone is doing, I don’t feel I’m missing out, I get to focus on my life and embrace each moment that I can in the present, rather than watching everyone else’s lives and feeling envious or having fomo. It’s a beautiful feeling!
Taylor you have become my favorite person. I watch you and always leave feeling better than I did before I started the video. I love your vlogs and anything you put out. I think I enjoy your thought process the most I started watching for the make up and now I’m here for the life lessons lol. You are the best girl. Hope you know just how amazing you are to so many!!!
aw this is too kind. Thank you and thanks for watching!!
Reading is EVERYTHING to me. I have always been a huge reader and love great fiction, which often presents fundamental truths in an absorbing story. I was raised by libraries! As an Army family, we moved all the time so I never knew anybody, and the first thing I did in a new town was to get my library card. The good towns let you check out 10 at a time! I couldn't read for pleasure in my rush to finish college in 3 years, but as soon as I graduated, I started reading a lot of classics I'd never read. It was so fun since I didn't have to write a paper about them. Many decades later, I'm still always in the middle of a book (or two).📚
When I was little My grandma would have tea parties with me…we would read stories, have treats, and talk about what the story taught me. I really attribute that to why I fell in love with reading. Now I have three kids of my own…tea parties and reading are their favorite part of the day💛
I've always enjoyed your shadow -n-schmoozes, loved this one too! I love reading & have found myself falling back in love with sitting back with a book to unwind/fall asleep. Idk I kind of still love the smell of opening up a good book (is that weird lol?!?) I don't have a a Kindle, but can definitely see how that would more convenient in certain situations. Your makeup looks gorgeous today! Seriously..love it. Take care girl! Xoxoxo
Having to spend the day in bed (my body isn't behaving), so a Taylor Wynn notification improves my day 100%!!!🖤🖤🖤
I'm right there with ya. There have been so many times where I've been stuck in bed and I suddenly get a notification that Taylor has uploaded... It makes my day every time!
Sending you support and spoons to help you get through your day 🖤
@@kellibella0804 Thank you, Kelli! My day started with very few spoons, unfortunately. Hang in there, spring is coming!!♥️
My book recommendation is Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End by Atul Gawande. I think everyone should read it because they will one day be a caretaker or need one. I will advise that this book might not be the best read for someone in a hard time because it doesn’t dance around mortality and that it is finite. But it is still my favorite book.
Brene Brown’s books and the Unlocking Us podcast have provided such great insights. I wish I had the content available to me in my mid twenties. I share these with my friends a lot.
The art of racing in the rain is a book I give out to my friends. Love it
Book recommendation: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl - a must read for everyone.
Boredom - As an adult I agree there’s always so much to do that it’s hard to be bored. But, I DO feel bored w/ my mundane repetitive routine of life & doing the same shit over & over again everyday. I’d like to bored in the true way where you’re just feeling like “I’m bored bc I have nothing to do” then you just sort of daydream. Research shows that boredom like that - true boredom - stimulates creativity & is great for kids. The sad thing is kids today do not ever have the opportunity to feel true boredom bc there’s always a screen/device to distract & as we all know, that’s not so good.
One more thought about what you mentioned Taylor. As a high school English teacher I agree that is the absolute worst to make kids read a book they don’t want to read. At my school all of our English courses use the “multi-novel” unit. Students are given a selection of books (all related by a theme) to choose from for their novel study & ISU. I always tell them if you hate the book, pick a different one bc there’s nothing worse than reading something you don’t like. This unit is student directed, so they group up w/ others who chose the same novel they did & they make notes, discuss, collaborate about the book rather than learning what the teacher tells them. It’s not perfect but it’s an improvement from the old school way. It’s based in research that shows students get a lot more out of reading when it is self-directed. So we teach them how to analyze & understand books then they apply those skills to their chosen books & make their own meaning w/ their peers.
Love you Taylor! ❤ xoxo
I wish I would have had programs like that when I was in school. My class cohort went from teachers who stuck to the Dead White Guys Cannon to teachers that didn't teach, much less have required book assignments. I certainly made up for it in college both with academic readings and reading based on inspo from my classes. Now firmly in my 40s, I'd love a way to inject suggested readings on thought provoking topics...and have an environment in which to discuss them. Book Club, anyone?? ❤️❤️❤️
I’m a retired teacher, children with special needs, and their individual programs sometimes gelling with each other clicked in me when I read your post. I was proud of our profession to read that.
I was about to comment and suggest Frankl. Formative book in my life from my high school years.
On the topic of reading/ therapy and how you can’t imagine not knowing what you now know…I don’t know who originally said this, but it’s so true: the more you know, the more you know you don’t know. It’s so important to constantly expand our understanding of ourselves, others, the world around us, etc. Love that you’re having a “Reading Renaissance” 📚
Taylor, you are so right about boredom. I have a book that I thought had a profound message. It is called "When Breath Becomes Air". It is about a young neurosurgeon who is diagnosed with terminal brain cancer (non-fiction), and him coming to terms with what it means to live. His definition of living changed my perspective on my life.
Love that book!
I just read his first book, Being Mortal. It was amazing!
I couldn’t tell you the last time I was bored either. As a business owner, there are ALWAYS things to do. I work from 6am until 10:30-11pm (or until I fall asleep) every day. Probably not a good thing but it’s what has to be done. I wish I had the time to be bored! If it’s not work then there’s something to do at the house or in the yard or I have to cook or take care of the dogs. It never ends. That being said, I’m happy with my life and wouldn’t change much if I could. I do need to make more time for reading though.
Great video! Thank you for the content ❤
The Loreal Bronzer in fair has a great cool undertone and let's you build if you like without looking muddy or orange. ❤️
I love the Louise hay books. Currently reading believe, ask and act. For me living in New York, the nyc library online access is amazing. All kinds of ebooks or audiobooks at the ready. Idk if california has that but you should check. Who doesn’t love free.
I love how caring and kind you are! You really have such a beautiful soul ♥️
Love your take on boredom. I think that as adults we have so many things to do or that we could do and when we have a “lazy” moment we say that we feel “bored”. It’s easier to say that we are bored because it doesn’t have a negative connotation. Sometimes we just need a break and to not feel bad for it.
I actually love the pink lip with the red top- it doesn't clash and looks very fresh. Like ready for spring and bright colors.
I have the kindle app on my phone. I read anytime I have a few minutes and love that I can read while waiting for appointments, etc without having a second device. I read about 300 books a year. I’d rather read than watch shows. It lets me sit with my husband and he can watch sport and I can read 😂
I love my page holder/book light! It’s a warm light and can be dimmed. It’s so nice for night time!
I started enjoying reading my freshman year in high school when we were supposed to read for 20 minutes at the beginning of each (daily) English class. It didn't matter what we read, we just needed to read. Once a week we spent a class in the library to pick reading material for the week. That teacher really sparked my love for reading and provided some much needed quiet-time in an otherwise stressful day.
Educated is hands down the most life-changing book I’ve ever read!
“Stop worrying, Start Living” has changed my life for my mindset 😊
One of the the most influential books I’ve read was The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini and - wow. It really helped me think about people in a different way… that no matter how are voice sounds or what we look like .. we’ve all gone through struggles and we should be nice to everyone because we’re all going through something.
So sad that some areas are banning this book in libraries and schools because of the scene at the beginning. I agree with you, @amberwiley3017, it's a book that stuck with me in so many good ways. Every HS'er should read it.
That was fantastic. Sad but so well written.
Would loooove to see a video on the most life changing books you’ve read that have reshaped how you think on a daily basis! Love you!🤍
A couple of my favorite Phoenix spots:
- Pizzeria Bianco and Bar Bianco (Heritage Square location): Bomb pizza! And the bar next door is super cute and chill while you wait for your table, or for an after dinner drink. They make great mocktails, as well! 💜
- Little Miss BBQ: You have to get there early and stand in line, but it's so worth it!! The smoked pecan pie is a must! 🙌🏻
Totally agree with you on the subject of boredom. As an adult I hardly have days when I don't have something that I either have to do or want to do.
2 BOOKS THAT CHANGED MY LIFE:
The Alchemist and The Science of Success. 2 must reads in my opinion!
I get so excited when you post! To answer a couple of your questions, as an adult, I never feel bored, but I also think if you fill your time with hobbies, work, volunteering, etc. You kind of takes up any space for boredom! A book that I read during a difficult transition period for myself was Eat Pray Love. When she gets into what depression and anxiety feel like, it really hits home for me. She does a beautiful job writing about finding yourself, which I love and appreciate as someone who has had to do the same to find happiness and contentment.
I haven’t been watching RUclips much or commenting but I’m still here as always loving and obsessed with your videos and recommendations! This is perfect for my long drive rn!!
RUclips is definitely what I would consider my favorite form of social media. I think it’s different. I always come away feeling good after watching it. Especially your videos.❤
I so agree with the bored thing! When I hear people say they’re bored, I can never understand, like there is a million things that always need doing!
I could listen to you talk all day. lol I love shadow & schmooze
Came for the makeup (cause these videos are how I relax) but was soooooo happy to get the book/learning conversation too! Public Librarian here...thank you for making this part of your content.
I don’t feel bored often. I find I usually struggle to decide what hobby I want to do when I have free time! The last time I did feel bored, was on a long flight. Being forced to sit still for so long is not my idea of fun.
I love shadow and smooze! One of my favourite video formats, feels like I’m hanging out with a friend catching up
In your other vlog you mentioned not remembering if you took a med every 4 hours. I just want to mention Amazon has timer pill caps that will reset when you've opened the bottle! So you can quickly see if you've opened it within 4 hours
Love your content!! 🖤🌯
I also never get bored as an adult, even if I have nothing to do, I can always find something to do, even if it's just going to gym, watching youtube, video games or going for a walk. As a kid it's so easy to get bored, especially back in our gen, there was no social media or even high speed broadband. My favourite life changing book was This is going to Hurt by Adam Kay, highly recommend for anyone who is involved in healthcare, be it as a patient or as a doctor/nurse/other Heathcare related job
So many Phoenix/Scottsdale food recs:
- Los Betos (32nd St & Greenway) for breakfast burritos or literally anything else
- Toro @ Fairmont Scottsdale Princess for upscale dinner. Sushi is bomb, scallops are insane, specials are always changing but are solid. The property is beautiful.
- Flower Child (Desert Ridge but several other locations too) for healthy but delicious lunch.
- Pizzeria Bianco for trendy pizza
- North Italia or EVO for tasty pasta
- Edelweiss for German/Polish food
- Tryst for brunch
- Cortado Coffee Roastery for local coffee
The happiness project. I just bought it again cuz I wanna actually go through her method this year. Great book!
Loved the video (as always)! The cold girl makeup trend is one of my favorites recently - I love blush. Just finished reading "MAUS" the graphic novel and while its one of the hardest novels I've ever read because of the subject matter, I think it's so important to read and learn from history. One of the reasons I love fiction so much is getting to see the world through someone else's POV. Anyway, thanks for being one of the only youtubers I've stayed watching over the years!! You're a gem. 💎
Recommendations!!!
My fave restaurant: buck and rider
Favorite taco: Loco Patron, sandwhiches: cheba hut,
Wine and Bruchetta (AMAZING!!): postinos
Casual hangout spot: Ohso
Downtown Phx: blanco, az wilderness, luckys indoor outdoor(bar but Saturday afternoon is chill with live band)
Other faves: Olive and Ivy, Culinary dropout, Chopshop, La Grande orange, the vig, north italia
The Mission is Scottsdale is so good. The ambience is incredible. Also Kierland Commons for outdoor shopping is awesome!!
I would never have picked up this book if it wasn’t a required read for college but I’m so grateful I was “required” to read it because it is shockingly good: the autobiography of Malcolm X.
It’s a page turner, I read a lot of books and that one is still #1
Honestly that Four Thousand Weeks book is also one I’d recommend to everyone!! So thank you for sharing a while back. Another one I think is phenomenal is Think Again by Adam Grant.
oh I agree about the eyebrows. It takes me a good twenty minutes for me.
I completely agree with you about reading on the Kindle. I have a bizarre eye problem and since I can enlarge the font and with the back lighting feature I also read in the dark.
There are so many books I remember reading as a child and in high school! I’m glad I was “forced” to read many of them, and I think that helped broaden my interests as far as having to try different genres and learning how much I enjoyed them.
Love it when you post and it’s natural videos ! No one perfect and yes make the parts work how they can.
So excited to watch while I do a quick berry monochrome look for dog walks and chores today haha 💅🏼💕 thanks Taylor
I am never bored! The last time I was bored was after I had surgery and had to lay down for three days. That we or a Ly ten years ago! I hope my life will always be such that I have so many things to do that I love. My mom is 79 and is never still or bored. She is always gardening or sewing or reading.
I’ve really been enjoying the Toltec Wisdom books. Like as I read them, everything makes more sense.
Major vote for reading before bed. I've been a reader my entire life (first job was in a bookstore) and thankfully, my Mom took us kids to the library every week for us to get whatever books we wanted (it balanced out the "required" reading of school). I have and will always make time to read before bed. I may not pick up a book (turn on the kindle) any other time of the day, but the hard coded ritual in my brain of turning off the electronics/world, and firing up the kindle so it's just my brain and the author's words, transitions me to restful sleep. I may be so tired I only get through 2 pages, but most nights I find I read of a good 20-30 minutes before falling to sleep. It's one of those habits I'm proud of and always recommend to others.
As someone with severe social anxiety and major depression, and not very well managed unfortunately, I’m constantly bored. I always try to find things to help that won’t trigger the anxiety or depression, but that becomes really difficult. I end up playing a lot of games or watching a lot of videos and movies. But often, there comes a time where none of that and nothing is interesting anymore. I used to read so much a few years ago, and now I struggle focusing on it. Besides those mental struggles, money is also a huge factor. Obviously, I’d love to be able to afford to go out every weekend for drinks with friends or dates or a vacation, a fun local event, etc., but as an unemployed student with the mental struggles, that’s not an option at the moment. So I feel boredom is a lot more than just having the opportunity to do something you find fun. Everyone is different. And some people are more fortunate than others in several different ways and a lot of times that may be helpful for sure. But mental plays a huge role too.
I was just having this conversation with my mom last week, I’m NEVER bored! I can’t not remember the last time I was bored or even didn’t have a laundry list of things to do.
I really enjoy your videos, from makeup to Amazon to travel to family it’s such a good mix and I’m more your parents age! Loved the book Before we were Yours. Basically a true story and really stuck with me.
You have recommended the best books that have changed my life! Thank you!
A book that really moved/impacted me is actually about therapy: Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb. It's a memoir in which a therapist is going to a therapist for some of her own issues but she talks about some past clients and there are some really though-provoking situations. One of those books where I actually cried reading some parts of it.
Agree! Came to the comments to post about that book. So good!
I read that book 3 times then loaned to my therapist and she bought her own copy...author is poignant yet so humorous also!
The only times I've felt bored as an adult were during lockdown in 2020. I remember just sitting on the couch, feeling like I had done everything I could possibly think of to pass the time, and having no end in sight. SO glad we are out of that. Now I have learned to appreciate down time but I also try to do the most I can to make life exciting.
Thank you, you are always so honest with us, and i really respect that there is something you don't want us to se♥️
LMAOOO the foot powder. Only child here too. I can relate. I’d usually drink Dimetapp and jump on the bed as a bored latch key kid. 😂
Hey Taylor, I would love a video on your favorite/life changing books, podcast, advice, movies etc. A lot of your recommendations have greatly impacted my life ❤
Ugh your videos are top-notch!!!!! Thank you!!!!
The book “ Why men love bitches” was life changing for me!! The title threw me off at first but a friend insisted and I’m SO glad I read it, every girl I’ve recommended it to has said the same-Highly recommend🤩
The boredom is interesting to me! I think as adults there is ALWAYS something we could be doing even if it’s just folding laundry so those moments when I do sit down and relax I truly enjoy every second of nothingness!
The foot powder is hilarious. I used to sit in front of my caboodle and put hot rollers in my hair and put on makeup when I was “bored” 😂
I'm also never bored! There is always so much I want to study, read, watch, explore, and learn! My boyfriend is "always bored", and I just don't know how!
I love ur Shadow and Schmoozes❤️❤️ We get to hear more in depth about u and ur life and I’ve been following u for years and I look forward to these
I’ve always loved to read. I taught myself pretty young and my mom would always tuck me in with a stack of books next to my bed so I could read until I got sleepy every night. One of the best books I’ve read that is so special to me is The Phantom Tollbooth. It’s not challenging-it’s technically a kids’ book, but the way it deals with (!) childhood boredom and a sense of wonder is just so singular and cool. I totally recommend it to anyone and everyone. As for adult books, I recommend House of Leaves. It must be a physical copy though. It absolutely would never translate to kindle or audio even if it’s available in these formats, which I doubt. There’s nothing else like it. It’s mysterious, creepy, confusing, sad, and the way it’s printed and put together looks like found notes. If you give it a chance it will stay with you for a long time.
Apart from those, when I put most of my books into storage (undergoing immunotherapy for a nasty dust allergy, ugh) some of the only ones I left on my shelf were His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman, starting with The Golden Compass if that name rings a bell. That’s a series I wish I could experience again for the first time…
Love your videos!!! Been watching for years, not a big commenter, but I'm always watching and rewatching :) number one book: Tuesdays with Morrie.
I used to have an hour commute to work and got Audible. I can’t imagine life without it. A book that really had an impact is “The Introvert Advantage, How To Thrive in an Extrovert World” by Marti Olsen Laney. Before I read it, I didn’t feel “normal” about how I interacted with the works. Reading the book made me realize my behaviors, coping mechanisms, etc., were shared by others and was a true “aha” moment. It really gave me insight into myself and I re-read it every few years and recommend to all my introverted friends and colleagues.
Thank you for your recommendation for the physicians formula foundation 💕 I live in hawaii and it lasted me all day and the coverage and finish is so much better than the
Makeup Forever!
Hi I dyed my hair black because of you and now I'm in love with myself and I feel a lot better and happier, and everyone enjoys being around me. So thank you for that. (you didn't ask so...sorry, but also still thank you)
Camelback mountain is a great hike! Fave brunch place is snooze - go early! The Biltmore is fun for shopping in Phoenix- citrine beauty has natural makeup and there is a Sephora and Mac store there!
Books - Good to Great, Why We Sleep, Don’t Sweat the small stuff
For some reason, the second look was giving me old school Katy Perry (like Teenage Dream era). So pretty! I enjoyed both parts and I'm glad you gave us what you felt comfortable with.
Tuesday's with Morrie is a beautiful must read!!!!
I live near Roosevelt row in phx now and am loving it! I would try the farmers market and song bird cafe it’s so cute they even have a cat ! It’s a great walking city when it’s not summer 😅
I totally understand the “biting your tongue” on certain topics. Yes it sucks to have to do that, but sometimes it’s not worth the trouble to put something out you know doesn’t make you the most comfortable or you think is going to cause issues. I’m very outspoken and I’ve definitely had to learn this lol