Rising Stars: Meet Heather Morgan of Nashville

Today we’d like to introduce you to Heather Morgan.

Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
A few years ago, I found myself at a major crossroads. I had checked all the traditional boxes—marriage, stability, the “safe” path—but deep down, I knew I wasn’t living the life I was meant for. After my divorce, I made the bold (and honestly terrifying) decision to leave Utah, the only home I’d ever known, and move to Nashville alone. I didn’t have a plan—I just knew I couldn’t stay where I was.

I’d always loved writing and storytelling, but I had put aside those parts of myself to climb the corporate ladder and try to fit into a life that wasn’t aligned. Moving to Nashville cracked me open in the best way. I started going to concerts alone, journaling more, hiking the Tennessee hills, and reconnecting with who I really was. That’s when Wandering the Wild Mess, my podcast, was born. It gave me a space to share the raw, real parts of starting over—and to help others feel less alone in their own mess.

Now, I’ve built a brand and community rooted in self-discovery, mindset shifts, and reminding people (and myself) that you don’t have to have it all figured out to start building a life that feels good. I’m still on the journey—but I’m proud of how far I’ve come and excited about where I’m headed.

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
I’ve always been one to see the glass half full, even when it’s broken and leaking a little. So no, it wasn’t a smooth road, but it was the road I needed. Moving to Nashville alone was one of the hardest and most healing things I’ve ever done. For the first three months, I bounced between Airbnbs every 30 days with nothing but faith, a few suitcases, and my dog. It was wildly uncomfortable, but it taught me how to ground myself without needing a permanent address.

At the same time, I was navigating the emotional aftermath of divorce, working a corporate job that no longer lit me up, and feeling the weight of starting completely over. There were days I questioned everything, but I kept going. I kept writing. I kept trusting the whispers that told me I was meant for more, even when nothing made sense yet.

The truth is, most growth doesn’t happen on smooth roads. It happens in the detours, the breakdowns, the solo walks, where you finally hear your own voice again. That’s what Nashville gave me—and I wouldn’t trade any of the mess for the clarity and happiness I’ve found.

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?
I’m a podcast host, writer, and speaker—but more than that, I’m a storyteller who’s not afraid to talk about the parts of life that don’t look shiny on the outside. I specialize in creating honest, heartfelt content that helps people feel seen in their own wild mess. Whether it’s through my podcast Wandering the Wild Mess or the words I write, I share personal growth, identity shifts, and the hard but beautiful lessons that come from starting over.

What I’m most proud of isn’t a metric; it’s the messages I get from people who say something I shared made them feel less alone. That’s everything to me. It’s why I started the podcast in the first place: to remind people that the path doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful.

What sets me apart is that I don’t speak from the mountaintop (although I do love hiking with good elevation gain), I’m here figuring it out right alongside everyone else. I don’t believe in pretending to have it all together. I believe in being real, in owning the in-between, and in helping others trust that even when it feels unclear, their story is unfolding exactly as it should. Which is why the guiding phrase of my podcast is ‘Trust your path, no matter how messy it looks.’

My work is rooted in the belief that there is nothing wrong with you for feeling lost, starting over, or wanting more. If I can help someone feel even a little bit more hopeful, brave, or seen just by sharing my truth, then I’m doing exactly what I’m here to do. I am the ultimate hype girl, living in her own little world.

What do you like best about our city? What do you like least?
What I love most about Nashville is the energy; it’s electric in the best way. The music scene here is unreal, but it’s more than that. It’s the creative heartbeat of the city. Everywhere you turn, there are people chasing dreams, building things from the ground up, and doing it with so much heart. It makes you believe anything is possible, and I do believe that. I’m constantly inspired by how many people are creating lives outside the box—doing what they love, on their own terms. That’s the kind of energy I love to be around.

Every time I drive into the city and see the skyline, I feel this little rush of excitement. Nashville still gives me that “something good is coming” feeling. And even though I moved here not knowing a soul, I’ve found some of the most genuine, creative, and supportive people. It’s become home in every way.

As for what I like least, it’s gotta be the traffic and the parking. If I could teleport to every coffee shop and concert, I’d be living the dream. But honestly, it’s a small trade-off for living in a place that feels so alive and aligned with who I am.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://wanderingthewildmess.com/
• Instagram: https://instagram.com/heatherdyann
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heatherdyanmorgan
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherdyanmorgan/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@utahgirlinnash

Image Credits
One Twenty-Nine Photography