Taylor Frankie Paul Shares Emotional 40 Day Ordeal

Taylor Frankie Paul is opening up about one of the most chaotic and emotionally draining periods of her life, and she isn’t sugarcoating it. 

The reality TV star, currently entangled in domestic violence allegations, a custody battle, and major career setbacks, shared a deeply personal glimpse into her struggles over the past several weeks. 

In a raw social media post, Paul described enduring panic attacks, physical stress, and spiritual reflection, giving fans a clearer picture of what she’s been facing behind the headlines.

Taylor Frankie Paul Says Last 40 Days Felt Like ‘Hell’ Amid Ongoing Drama

Taylor Frankie Paul didn’t hold back when describing the emotional toll of her recent experiences. 

In a candid Instagram post shared on April 5, she revealed just how intense the past several weeks have been.

“The last 40 days felt like hell on earth,” Paul wrote in the caption, pairing the statement with a video montage capturing unfiltered moments from her daily life. 

The 31-year-old described enduring repeated panic attacks, writing, “Through every panic attack I prayed for strength as I could feel my body breaking down and out from the distress of it all.”

The video itself painted a stark picture, showing her physically unwell, reflecting privately, and leaning on her faith. 

Over the video, she added a text overlay that read, “He has risen and he is real,” signaling how central her beliefs have been during this time. 

She also noted the timing of her realization, writing, “I got chills today when I realized it’s been 40 days exactly today in this frantic state.”

Paul Shares How Faith Became Her Anchor During Crisis

Amid the chaos, Taylor Frankie Paul emphasized how her spirituality has helped her cope. 

Referencing Easter, she described feeling supported through what she viewed as divine intervention.

“He sent just that in various ways along with so many undeniable signs saying ‘I am with you’ which I can’t wait to share that part,” she wrote, expressing a deep sense of connection to her Christian faith.

Paul also reflected on how her approach to prayer has evolved. “I’ve prayed since I was young and never strayed away because I believe he wants us to ask for help especially during our lowest points,” she shared. 

However, instead of only asking for help, she began shifting her mindset. “However, instead of just asking I switched over to thanking him at the end of each day no matter how I felt,” the influencer wrote.

Taylor Frankie Paul Distances Herself From Mormon Church After Scandal

In another emotional update shared the same day, Paul revealed a major personal decision. 

She noted that she’s stepping back from the Mormon church. The move comes in the wake of mounting controversy surrounding her personal life.

In the Instagram story post, the “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star explained that she was born and raised Mormon and would always have love and respect toward it.

However, she added that “with that being said, it’s time to detach myself from it.” While Paul noted she may still attend certain events with family, her relationship with organized religion is clearly shifting.

“I strongly believe in Christ, God, the Bible, the divine,” she said, emphasizing that her faith remains intact despite the change. Paul also added, “I believe we are loved whether we are praying in the church building or from a bathroom floor at home.”

The television personality acknowledged that she had received support from people of varying beliefs. 

She described the post as a form of release, hinting at the emotional weight she had been carrying.

Paul Faces Legal Battles And Custody Dispute With Ex

At the center of Taylor Frankie Paul’s current struggles are serious legal issues involving her ex, Dakota Mortensen. 

He has accused her of domestic violence stemming from an alleged February incident, claiming she “scratched” him and committed physical assault.

According to Us Weekly, Mortensen later alleged there were “two incidents of physical assault,” prompting authorities to open a second investigation. 

However, no charges have been filed so far. Paul has denied all allegations and countered with claims that Mortensen was the abusive party, which he has also denied.

The situation has extended into a custody dispute over their 2-year-old son, Ever. Court documents confirmed that Mortensen was granted temporary custody, along with a restraining order against Paul. 

She is expected to attend a court hearing on Tuesday regarding her custodial rights.

The fallout has also impacted her career. Filming for “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” season 5 has been paused, and her planned appearance on “The Bachelorette” was scrapped. 

Taylor Frankie Paul’s Past Incident Resurfaces As New Footage Emerges

Complicating matters further, past incidents involving Paul have resurfaced. Body camera footage from her 2023 arrest has reentered public conversation, offering a glimpse into a previous altercation with Mortensen.

In the clip published by TMZ, the pair were seen arguing as police arrived at the scene. 

Mortensen told officers that Paul was “not doing OK” and added, “I can’t even tell you the stuff that’s happened to me,” while showing alleged injuries. 

As tensions escalated, the reality TV star reportedly became emotional, while officers worked to separate them. 

After her arrest, Mortensen even asked officers if he could go to jail instead, saying he wanted her “to get help.” 

The incident ultimately led to Paul pleading guilty to aggravated assault in August 2023, with additional charges dropped as part of a deal. She remains on probation, which is expected to conclude in August 2026.