The Well-Rooted Year: Embracing Growth, Gratitude, and Purpose

When I think about how far I've come, I can't help but feel deeply grateful — not just for my growth, but for every person who's been part of this journey.

When I started Taylor’d Aesthetics, I had no fancy investors, no perfect roadmap — just a $600 investment from my dad, a job at European Wax Center, and a whole lot of determination. Every paycheck I earned went straight into buying what I needed to fund my start. I was working out of my parents' basement, balancing my day job and my dream. I was 20 years old with a vision, and I knew I had to make it happen.

I moved my business out of that basement and into my first studio in Philadelphia a few months after stepping fully into entrepreneurship. At the time, I was pregnant with my daughter, Zayne, and I knew I had to be serious about creating systems and building a stable foundation for my business. My clientele was growing, and I knew I needed to create something real — not just for me, but for her. I didn’t want motherhood to be an excuse for why I couldn’t achieve my goals; I wanted it to be the reason I kept pushing forward.

That Philly space was special, but it didn’t last long. Living in Hamilton and commuting 45 minutes nearly every day — all while raising a newborn — wasn’t sustainable. I was exhausted. So, I moved back to my parents' house to regroup.

Soon after, I moved my business to a new space in Morrisville. This chapter taught me a lot. Honestly, I felt like I’d lost my way in that season. I was navigating the transitions of figuring out who I was, raising a baby, and building a business — all while being 23/24 years old. I had a lot on my plate, and during that time, I wasn’t able to fully see or be grateful for everything happening around me. Looking back, I know so much good was unfolding, but I was too overwhelmed to appreciate it in the moment. The noise in that space — physically and emotionally — made it clear I needed to move again. It didn’t feel right, and I knew I had to find a space that aligned with me.

That's what led me to my current studio — and this is where I finally feel like I’ve found my way.

In this space, I came back to my purpose. I realized that when I wasn’t taking care of myself, I couldn’t fully embrace or appreciate my business either. That self-work — mentally, emotionally, and physically — made me stronger, and it reflected in my business. I remembered my true passion: wellness. Yes, I love beauty, but my passion goes deeper than that. I care about educating people on how to care for themselves — inside and out.

Our skin is often a reflection of our internal health, and that’s why my work will never be just about what’s on the surface. I’m building something much bigger — a space, tools, and products where people can reset, connect with themselves, and embrace true wellness. This has been a long-held dream of mine, and I can’t wait to bring it to life when the time is right.

Throughout this journey, my daughter has been my biggest motivation. I had Zayne when I was 22 — and at 26, I’m still a young mom figuring things out. Being a great example for my daughter is something I take incredibly seriously. It's why I give myself grace when things get hard — but it’s also why I never give myself an excuse not to push forward.

I also want to give thanks to The Most High for allowing me to take my passions and turn them into projects — to create, to share, and to inspire. I’m deeply grateful to be in this position — to have the opportunity to show others what’s possible when you stay committed to your vision.

I want to be an inspiration for the first-generation kids of immigrants — like me — who watched their parents work hard to build something better. Our parents gave us the foundation; now it’s our job to use our minds, work smarter, and turn those sacrifices into passion-driven success.

I do this for everyone out there who knows they’re destined for more. I want you to know that you can trailblaze your own path. There are no limitations unless you set them for yourself — and sometimes, you have to be a little delusional about your goals to make them happen.

While I’m writing the end of this — crying with gratitude — here I am, still pushing, still learning, still building. And to every person who has trusted me, supported me, or encouraged me along the way — thank you. I wouldn’t be here without you.

I can’t wait to see what’s next.

Taylor