How To Stop Making Bad Decisions Episodes

You're still growing. Gain insights into how personal growth progresses when it's less obvious. This episode looks at the stage where progress becomes harder to notice. You may still feel challenged, but things do not spiral ...

This episode focuses on setbacks that feel bigger than they are. A reaction, a bad day, or an old habit can suddenly make it feel as though all progress has been undone. We explore why setbacks often hit harder during periods...

Most habits crash after a week. You start strong, slip once, and suddenly the cycle of self doubt kicks in again. For teens and young adults, that stop–start pattern makes it harder to trust yourself and it chips away at your...

In today's fast-paced environment, distractions are everywhere, making it challenging for teens and young adults to stay focused and motivated. In this episode of Headstraight, hosted by Mark Taylor, we dive into how distract...

Failure hurts more than most people admit, especially for teens and young adults facing mental challenges. Setbacks can spark self-doubt and initiate a shame spiral, often leading to guilt trips and feelings of hopelessness. ...

Have you ever noticed how self-sabotage can prevent your success? For many teens and young adults, it manifests as excuses, procrastination, and ‘faking it’ — masking deeper feelings of fear and self-doubt. This behavior, if ...

In this episode of Headstraight, we dive deep into teen mental health by exploring the realities of burnout and emotional exhaustion that many teens and young adults face. If you’re feeling drained, struggling with motivation...

In this episode of Headstraight, we tackle why change feels impossible, especially for teens facing challenges like losing motivation, self-doubt, and struggling with emotional well-being. Understanding that your brain priori...

Ever feel like you’re stuck in the same toxic patterns affecting your teen mental health—repeating arguments, habits, and regrets? In this episode of Headstraight, real talk mental health host Mark Taylor helps teens and youn...

You set a goal, feel fired up, and then bam—three days later, you've lost motivation and slipped back into old habits. Sound familiar? You’re not broken or lazy; you’re battling a brain wired for safety, not change. In this e...

You snap at a friend. You say something sharp you instantly regret. Or you notice people pulling away and wonder, “Why do I keep doing this?” Hurting others—on purpose or by accident—isn’t random. It’s what happens when self ...

Every decision shapes your life—but making the right choice isn’t always simple. Stress, self doubt, guilt trips, or the urge to fall into people pleasing can push young adults and teens into self-sabotage, regret, and shame....