Meet Victoria Taylor of LA/MorenoValley/Riverside

Today we’d like to introduce you to Victoria Taylor.

Hi Victoria, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
My journey began in Southern California. Born at Gardena Memorial, I was transported to Martin Luther King Hospital because my mother had no insurance. When we arrived, they were throwing a massive celebration to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. By divine timing, I was born on January 14th—just one day before Dr. King’s birthday. Had I been born a day earlier or later, or had my mother had insurance, we would have missed it entirely. But without an invitation, my mother and I arrived right on time for the party.
For years, I wondered why I was born into a family of nine where many of my siblings treated me like an outcast—spreading lies and rumors, filled with hate and rage much like Joseph’s brothers in Scripture. Yet that painful season only made me stronger and caused the connection between my mother and me to grow deeper.

I was right by her side when she took her last breath on April 1st, 2024. Though beaten by the world and her body ravaged by cancer from head to toe, my mother bravely outlived her prognosis for ten years before she was finally ready to rest. In our last conversation, she told me she didn’t want to die alone—and I made sure she didn’t. I held her hand, and as God welcomed her home, a transcendent peace filled the room and her bedroom lit up as she entered His presence. That day, I broke. I had to tell my siblings that Momma was gone and that this was no April Fool’s joke. We shared a faint laugh knowing she got the last laugh, but as I sat there, I knew I had asked God for something far greater than her home or physical belongings: I asked for a double portion of her anointing, and He poured it out abundantly. Even in my grief, I knew He needed her in heaven to walk around singing the songs she had written for Him.

Proverbs 31:25 says, “She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.” Little did I know how that truth would carry me on the days I cried and the nights I feared the future. On my hardest days, I clung to God’s promises like a pillow. Even when I faced seasons of deep despair and contemplated suicide, I could hear my mother singing and could look through her journals filled with Scripture.

I remember being just eight years old when my mother would wake me up to pray for her when she was sick or intercede for a sibling. I knew early on that there was a divine calling on my life. At 18, I married a minister. As a young bride, I navigated running a home, raising a family, and serving in a church environment that judged women for wearing heels or skirts without stockings. So, I dressed like the church mothers in their 60s—don’t ask for a photo, I don’t think I kept any! I figured if I was going to dress like them, I might as well worship and receive the Holy Ghost like them, too.

I was told that my father and his twin brother were both preachers, but my father abandoned my mother when I was a baby. I only recall vague details and rumors of us being his secret family. Growing up without a father in the home made me determined that my own children would have structure, faith, and presence. I trained my children in the way they should go, homeschooled them, and carried my role as a helpmate with honor.

I called Moreno Valley, CA home for 19 years. That is where my writing career took root—writing for local publications like the Black Voice News and Riverside Community College. Later, while working as a library tech at the Grace Mellman Library, I helped aspiring authors publish their manuscripts using an in-house bookmaking machine. That experience led me to speak at conferences about FlashBooks, where I published my very first manuscript, eventually publishing three more books on Amazon. From the library, I went on to work as a bookseller at Lifeway Christian Bookstore in Riverside, dreaming of the day my own books would sit on those very shelves.

Over the years, that dream evolved into a deep calling as an 8x author, ordained minister, and founder of The Soul Match (founded in 2015) to guide individuals and couples toward emotional maturity, healing, and scriptural truth to align with God-centered marriages. It also inspired Harmony Victoria—a brand featuring a children’s anime character whose superpower is prayer—and ⁠harmonyvictoriaofficial.com⁠, which earned me an invitation to the South Carolina ComicCon.

Yet, no matter how many books I write or titles I hold, my three children—Kierra, Caleb, and Cameron—are my absolute greatest creation. They are my pride and joy, and raising them is the greatest responsibility and privilege God has ever entrusted to me.

When I lost my mother, Pearl Mary Woods, she left behind a legacy that defines me. She named me Victoria Ruth, declaring from birth that I was her “victory baby.” Like the biblical story of Ruth, my life is proof that tragedy, loss, and heartache do not get the final word. Death does not end your story; pain is merely the backdrop for divine restoration.

Navigating life after a 20-year marriage and major relationship transitions taught me invaluable lessons about divine womanhood. God created women as an ezer—a divine partner designed to come alongside, bring harmony, and multiply what is already at the table, never to carry the full weight of a man’s burden alone.

My mother’s legacy, combined with my own wellness journey, also ignited a deep passion for health, strength, and longevity. This led me to pursue certifications as a yoga instructor, Pilates teacher, and nutrition coach, culminating in the founding of Vurv Health and Wellness, which will officially open its doors in 2027 across California and North Carolina.

Today, I am stepping into a season of immense overflow. I am completing my Bachelor of Science in Management and walking the commencement stage this November, immediately followed by enrolling in a dual-degree path to pursue my M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling alongside a Master of Divinity. Coupled with the release of my newest book, Purpose: God’s Design for Marriage, my story is living proof that when you honor your health, your worth, and keep pressing forward, God turns every trial into global triumph.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It has been anything but a smooth road. My path has been paved with intense refining fires—moments that threatened to break me, but ultimately built the resilience and faith I carry today.

One of the greatest struggles along the way was navigating the profound pain of family rejection and feeling like an outcast among my own siblings, much like Joseph’s journey in Scripture. Growing up in an environment filled with misunderstanding, lies, and emotional distance forced me to find my security in God rather than human approval.

Another major obstacle was enduring the weight of a 20-year marriage that eventually ended, requiring me to rebuild my entire life from the ground up as a single mother. Learning to navigate life after divorce, letting go of codependency, and realizing that I was never created to carry the burdens or compensate for the limitations, sins, and failures of a partner was a painful but necessary evolution. I realized that a foolish husband’s folly does not get to place a curse on me or my children. God’s covenant over my family is greater than any human failure, and I refused to let someone else’s choices define my legacy or limit my children’s future.

In that rebuilding process, I had to face seasons where my credit was damaged, finances were tight, and the pressure of raising my three children while pursuing my education felt overwhelming. There were nights when fear of the future crept in so heavily that I clung to God’s promises just to make it through.

The most devastating blow came on April 1st, 2024, when I lost my mother, Pearl Mary Woods, after her ten-year battle with cancer. Watching the pillar of my life take her last breath left me broken and grieving deeply. Moving across the country to North Carolina was born out of the necessity to heal, reset, and process that profound loss in solitude with God.

Yet, every single struggle served a divine purpose. Rejection taught me discernment. Divorce taught me my worth as an ezer and break the generational cycles. Grief birthed my double portion of spiritual authority and health advocacy. Financial hardship taught me stewardship and grit, leading me to finish my Bachelor’s degree and step into my Master’s program. The road was rocky, but every obstacle was simply raw material God used to build the woman, minister, author, and leader I am today.

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
What I Do & Specialize In

Professionally, I serve as the Top Leasing Consultant in my property management firm, specializing in high-volume residential sales, lease negotiations, customer experience, and community building. I guide individuals and families through the pivotal process of finding, securing, and transitioning into their new homes.

What I Am Known For & What Sets Me Apart

I am known as a top producer with exceptional sales performance, recognized for my warmth, high emotional intelligence, and unwavering poise under pressure. What sets me apart is that I do not view leasing as merely closing transactions—I view it as an extension of servant leadership, empathy, and hospitality. Housing is deeply personal; it is tied to a family’s safety, peace, and fresh start.

Whether someone is relocating across the country, starting over after a major life transition, or planting new roots, I make it my personal mission to offer genuine care, strategic clarity, and five-star excellence from the very first tour to move-in day. When people ask me why I left California for North Carolina, I tell them: “God needed me here to welcome you home.”

Even during seasons when I was personally navigating heavy grief, major personal transitions, and quiet pain behind the scenes, I made the conscious choice to show up every single day as a top performer with a bright smile, grace, and an intentional heart to serve.

What I Am Most Proud Of

I am most proud of my track record and community impact: year-to-date, I have led the board by helping move close to 100 families into their new homes. Earning the spot as the #1 Top Leasing Consultant while providing nearly 100 families with a sanctuary of stability and comfort in North Carolina brings me immense fulfillment. It is tangible proof that when you combine professional grit with a genuine love for people, God blesses the work of your hands to reach the very top.

Do you have any advice for those looking to network or find a mentor?
My greatest advice for finding a mentor and networking authentically is to lead with service, integrity, and self-awareness before asking for guidance.

What has worked best for me is understanding that true mentorship is an organic alignment, not a transaction. Before looking for someone to invest in you, you must first do the work to discover who you are and where you are headed. When you walk in purpose and demonstrate excellence in whatever space you occupy—whether in a library, a sales office, or a ministry setting—people of wisdom and authority naturally notice your work ethic and character.

Here are a few principles that have served me well:

1. Look for Alignment, Not Just Status: Seek mentors whose character, values, and relationship with God reflect the life you aspire to build—not just those who have achieved material success.

2. Be Teachable and Relentless in Self-Improvement: Mentors love to pour into fertile soil. Show up prepared, take feedback gracefully, and demonstrate that you are actively applying what you learn.

3. Network by Offering Value First: Real networking isn’t about collecting business cards; it’s about building genuine human connections. Approach every opportunity with the mindset of “How can I serve, encourage, or bring light to this space?” When you add value to others, doors open for you without you having to force them.

4. Anchor Yourself in the Holy Spirit as the Ultimate Guide: While human mentorship is invaluable, I always remind people that God is your primary mentor. When you seek Him first, He will divinely position the right leaders, doors, and advocates in your path at the exact right season.

In my own life, whether speaking at writing conferences, connecting with industry leaders, or guiding families through major life transitions, authenticity has been my greatest tool. When you are genuinely anchored in who God created you to be, you don’t have to chase connections—the right alignment will always find you.

Pricing:

• Purpose: God’s Design for Marriage (Book) – Available on Amazon & major retailers
• The Soul Match Biblical Relationship & Marriage Coaching – Inquiry for 1-on-1 Sessions
• Speaking Engagements & Keynote Workshops – Custom Booking Rates Upon Request
• Harmony Victoria Children’s Books & Media – Available at harmonyvictoriaofficial.com
• Vurv Health and Wellness Holistic Coaching & Services – Launching January 2027

Contact Info:

• Website:  ladyvtaughtme.com
• Instagram: https://instagram.com/ladyvtaughtme
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victoria.taylor26451
• Youtube: https://youtube.com/@ladyvtaughtme