Kate Taylor

Boston

Freelance Writer at Freelance

Reporting for the New York Times and others about education, the law, sexual politics, etc. Married to @jeremyfaust. Send tips to [email protected].

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Too much ICE fishing is bad for Maine | Opinion

2 weeks ago | centralmaine.com | Kate Taylor

Mainers understand the rhythm of the tides, the sound of cracking ice underfoot and that decency doesn’t require a passport. Lately, though, it feels like someone is rigging the lines. I’m not talking about ice fishing but ICE fishing. State House bill HP 864, LD 1329 is an act to identify United States citizenship status on Maine drivers’ licenses. At an April 30 hearing, opponents appeared to outnumber supporters, a positive sign in my opinion.
A New Chapter for the GP Board: Welcoming Our New Co-Chairs

1 month ago | shropshiretelfordandwrekin.nhs.uk | Kate Taylor

News from our STW General Practice partner:Two years after the formal establishment of the GP Board, we are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Charlotte Hart and Dr Jess Harvey as our new Co-Chairs.
Too Scared to Follow Your Dreams? Do This One Thing!

2 months ago | medium.com | Kate Taylor

Kate Taylor - The Embrace Collective·Follow5 min read·--Fear is a tricky thing. It whispers in your ear, telling you that you’re not ready, not good enough, not capable. It keeps you stuck, convincing you that it’s safer not to try at all than to risk failing. But here’s the truth: fear isn’t a stop sign. It’s just a sign that you’re stepping into something exciting, something meaningful. It’s a feeling, not a fact, and it fades much faster than regret ever will.
Experts Say This Is the #1 Way to Overcome Self-Doubt

2 months ago | medium.com | Kate Taylor

Kate Taylor - The Embrace Collective·Follow4 min read·--Have you ever heard a voice in your head telling you that you’re not good enough? That you don’t deserve the things you have or that you’ll fail if you try something new? That’s your inner critic. It’s like a school bully, but instead of being on the outside, it lives inside your head. The inner critic isn’t your true voice, it’s a separate part of you that has taken on the job of trying to protect you.
Inside the relationship of billionaire venture capitalist Josh Kushner and model Karlie Kloss, the power couple with unconventional ties to Trump

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Kate Taylor |Paige Leskin |Talia Lakritz

Billionaire entrepreneur Josh Kushner is married to supermodel and coding advocate Karlie Kloss. Kushner's brother is Jared Kushner, Donald Trump's son-in-law and a former White House advisor. Kushner and Kloss have each revealed they didn't vote for Donald Trump in the 2016 election. Model Karlie Kloss and venture capitalist Josh Kushner may seem like an odd pairing on the surface, but they've been together since 2012 and have become partners in both life and business.
I Destroyed My Body for the “Perfect” Look, Here’s What I Learned

2 months ago | medium.com | Kate Taylor

Kate Taylor - The Embrace Collective·Follow4 min read·--I was a national-level ski racer, training harder than most teenagers could imagine. From the outside, I looked like the image of strength and athleticism. But behind the scenes, I was eating around 1,000 calories a day, convinced that I had to be leaner, smaller, and fit the unrealistic beauty standards.
Dear Kate, I don’t want perfectionism to ruin my new job

Mar 5, 2025 | medium.com | Kate Taylor

Kate Taylor - The Embrace Collective·Follow4 min read·--Dear Kate, I am about to step into a career that I am very passionate about but it is extremely hard to get started in and I don’t want my perfectionist mindset to be a reason why I give up when it gets hard. How can I make sure I keep going? That’s so amazing to hear that you’re stepping into a career your passionate about, what an exciting opportunity, but it’s also scary.
How to Build Unshakable Confidence (Without Faking It)

Feb 19, 2025 | medium.com | Kate Taylor

Kate Taylor - The Embrace Collective·Follow4 min read·--Have you ever felt like you weren’t being yourself? Like you were acting in ways just to please others or fit in? Real confidence comes from knowing who you are and being proud of it. It’s not about what other people think of you; it’s about what you think of yourself. Let’s explore how to feel more confident and be your true self, even when life feels tough. Authenticity is a big word, but it simply means being yourself.
This One Emotion Is Holding You Back (And How to Overcome It)

Feb 15, 2025 | medium.com | Kate Taylor

Kate Taylor - The Embrace Collective·Follow4 min read·--Fear is something we all feel. It’s part of being human. But sometimes, fear doesn’t just protect us from danger; it also holds us back. It keeps us stuck in situations that don’t make us happy or stops us from trying new things. Understanding how fear works can help you move past it and take steps toward the life you want.
How to Rediscover What Makes You Happy and Start Doing It Again

Feb 12, 2025 | medium.com | Kate Taylor

Kate Taylor - The Embrace Collective·Follow6 min read·--As children, we naturally spent our time doing things that made us happy, like drawing, playing sports, or simply daydreaming. We didn’t worry about whether those things were “productive” or not; we just did what felt good. But as we grow up, life gets busy. We have work, responsibilities, and expectations to meet. Sometimes, this means we forget about the things that once brought us joy.