Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor
Health, Fitness & Longevity
About
Host Dr Paul Taylor, a Psychophysiologist, Neuroscientist, Exercise Scientist, and Nutritionist interviews experts from around the world on cutting edge research and practices related to improving hardiness in your mind, body and brain to become your best self.
Episodes
- The Words You're Living By With Carly Taylor
Carly Taylor explores how language shapes experiences through relational frame theory. She discusses how our minds create connections and meaning through language, influencing feelings about life.
- Choose your hard: Science-backed strategies to thrive in a difficult world, with Emeritus Professor Grant Schofield
This episode features Emeritus Professor Grant Schofield, who explores strategies for thriving in a difficult world. He discusses how embracing challenges through movement, fasting, cold exposure, and mental resilience can impact health an…
- Magnesium - the critical roles it plays in your body and how to ensure you're getting enough:Wisdom Wednesdays
This episode of Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor discusses the critical roles of magnesium in the body and how to ensure you are getting enough.
- People Who Get Under Your Skin and What To Do About It With Carly Taylor
Carly Taylor is featured in this episode of Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor. The discussion centers on dealing with people who are frustrating. More information is available at omnystudio.com.
- From Physio to Formula One: Kim Keedle’s Elite Performance Journey
Kim Keedle recounts his career path from a physiotherapist in Melbourne to a performance coach in Formula One. He discusses the challenges and rewards of working in elite sports and the importance of resilience and continuous improvement.
- Is it true that men and women respond differently to cold water immersion? Wisdom Wednesdays.
This episode of Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor discusses whether men and women respond differently to cold water immersion.
- Is Helping Others Burning You Out?
This episode discusses the potential burnout from consistently helping others and the hidden costs of always saying yes. Carly explores how to navigate challenges and maintain engagement under pressure, integrating modern psychology with J…
- How a Veteran Turned Life's Challenges into Triumphs: Aaron Hale's Journey of Resilience
Aaron Hale, a veteran, discusses his journey of resilience after losing his sight and hearing in a bomb blast. He shares how he became an endurance athlete and the mindset shifts that helped him overcome challenges.
- Vaping is the new smoking - in more ways than one! Wisdom Wednesdays
This episode of Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor discusses vaping. For additional details, visit omnystudio.com/listener.
- Stuck On the Roundabout: Why Overthinking Keeps You Stuck and How to Get Moving Again
This episode of Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor explores the concept of "toraware" from Japanese psychology, which describes a state of being stuck in a loop of overthinking. Counsellor Carly discusses how overthinking, co-rumination, and so…
- How Data-Driven Healthcare Could Revolutionise Mental Health and Neurodegeneration with Nawal Roy
Nawal Roy explains how data-driven healthcare, utilizing a large database of mental health and neurodegeneration information, can improve diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. He shares insights into building such a database and its potent…
- Want to protect and improve your brain? Make this a habit. Wisdom Wednesdays
Dr. Paul Taylor discusses habits for brain health and protection in this episode of the Wisdom Wednesdays series.
- Why You Keep Doing Things You Regret (And How to Stop) With Carly Taylor
Carly Taylor joins Dr. Paul Taylor to explore why people repeat regrettable behaviors and offers techniques for managing impulses. The episode covers the application of psychology and Morita Therapy to build resilience and improve decision…
- The Thrive Framework: 8 Pillars of a Flourishing Life, with Dr Pam King
Dr. Paul Taylor interviews Dr. Pam King, Director of the Thrive Centre, about a framework for flourishing. They discuss the connections between spirituality, resilience, and personal growth, exploring how research-backed approaches can hel…
- A simple dietary tweak to improve blood flow to the brain: Wisdom Wednesdays
In this episode of Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor, the host discusses a simple dietary adjustment aimed at improving blood flow to the brain.
- The Most Reliable Way to Build Confidence With Carly Taylor
Carly Taylor joins the podcast to discuss building reliable confidence through Stoic practices. She explores shifting focus from outcomes to effort and intention, including the concept of the reserve clause and arete.
- Wearables integrated with AI to improve Health and Performance, with Thoryn Stephens
Dr. Paul Taylor speaks with Thoryn Stephens about the use of wearable technology, AI, and data science to improve health metrics, performance, and longevity. The episode covers topics such as behavioral design, recovery strategies, and the…
- The science is clear about how much protein you really need: Wisdom Wednesdays
This episode of Hardiness with Dr. Paul Taylor examines scientific research regarding daily protein requirements. It provides references to several studies on the topic.
- Prepare For The Bad Stuff With Carly Taylor
Carly Taylor joins the podcast to discuss the Stoic concept of preparing for life's challenges through training. She explores how building psychological hardiness allows individuals to respond to crises with intention rather than reactivit…
- Unlocking the Brain: The Future of Neurotherapy with Lara Schulz
Dr. Paul Taylor and neurotherapy pioneer Lara Schulz discuss how advanced assessments like EEG and ERP are being used to reveal biological signatures in mental health. They explore how neurotherapy and tools like transcranial stimulation o…
- How what you eat today influences your sleep tonight: Wisdom Wednesdays
This episode of Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor explores the connection between daily dietary choices and sleep quality.
- Maybe. Just Maybe With Carly Taylor
Carly Taylor joins the podcast to explore the story of the Chinese farmer and the tendency to label events as good or bad. The episode encourages listeners to pause and reframe their reactions to life's challenges using principles from psy…
- The science of Heart-Rate Variability and how to manipulate it naturally to reduce stress and boost performance, with Dr Deborah Rozman
Dr. Paul Taylor and guest Dr. Deborah Rozman discuss heart-rate variability (HRV), the science of heart coherence, and the impact of the heart-brain connection on stress, performance, and emotional regulation. They explore how positive emo…
- How much coffe and tea should I drink to protect my brain? Science has the answers: Wisdom Wednesdays
This episode of Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor features a Wisdom Wednesday discussion regarding the scientific findings on coffee and tea consumption for brain health.
- Mojo Mondays: Why You Need to Focus on Being Useful
In this repeat episode of Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor, the focus is on the importance of being useful.
- Unlocking Human Potential: The Power of Play
Dr. Paul Taylor speaks with Dara Simkin and Tane Hunter about burnout, the impact of modern work conditions, and the role of play and curiosity in mental health. They explore strategies such as managing information diets and fostering inte…
- Do you really need to watch your salt intake? The science is much more nuanced than Doctors think - Wisdom Wednesdays
Dr. Paul Taylor discusses research regarding the relationship between salt intake and blood pressure. He explores how recent findings offer a more nuanced perspective on this topic.
- When We Overthink What We Say With Carly Taylor
In this episode, Carly Taylor discusses why people often overthink their past conversations and feel internal pressure to be articulate. She suggests using principles from Morita therapy to shift focus toward curiosity and presence during…
- Navigating Mental Health Challenges with Graeme Cowan
Graeme Cowan discusses his personal experience with mental health challenges and strategies for improving psychological safety and well-being in the workplace. The episode covers the impact of burnout, the role of leadership in fostering s…
- How to dramatically improve the metabolic health and performance of your skeletal muscle: Wisdom Wednesdays
In this episode of Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor, the focus is on methods for improving the metabolic health and performance of skeletal muscle.
- Stop Letting Comparison Steal Your Confidence With Carly Taylor
In this episode of Mojo Monday, Carly Taylor discusses the psychology of comparison and inferiority complexes. She explains how reframing comparison as a challenge rather than a threat can help listeners focus on their own actions and pers…
- Discovering Your Ikigai with the Japanese Rock-star Neuroscientist, Ken Mogi
In this repeat episode, neuroscientist Ken Mogi discusses the Japanese concept of Ikigai, or 'a reason to live.' He explores the five pillars of Ikigai, the importance of flow, and finding fulfillment through small joys and being present i…
- The Skin–Brain Connection: How Sunlight Influences Serotonin, Mood and Psychiatric Disorders - Wisdom wednesdays
This episode of Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor explores the connection between sunlight, serotonin, mood, and psychiatric disorders.
- What Regret Can Teach You With Carly Taylor
Carly Taylor joins the Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor podcast to discuss how to use regret as a tool for personal growth rather than a source of self-criticism. Through Stoic wisdom and the framework of hardiness, she explores how to move f…
- The Nervous System and Mental Health, with Dr Stephanie Rimka
Dr. Stephanie Rimka joins the podcast to discuss a functional approach to mental health, focusing on the brain's role in wellness. The conversation covers the impacts of stress and modern lifestyles, the importance of nutrition and zinc, a…
- Forget brain training games - here's a powerful to keep your brain young and healthy: Wisdom Wednesdays
In this episode of Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor, the host discusses methods for maintaining brain health and cognitive longevity beyond brain training games.
- How to Make Sense of Your Suffering With Carly Taylor
In this episode of Mojo Monday, Carly Taylor discusses three frameworks—Blame, Brain, and Environment—for interpreting emotional suffering. She suggests that adopting multiple perspectives can help individuals regain clarity and a sense of…
- Unlocking the Secrets of the Vagus Nerve with Dr Kevin Tracey
Dr. Paul Taylor interviews researcher and inventor Dr. Kevin Tracey about the role of the vagus nerve in health, including regulating inflammation and potential treatments for autoimmune diseases. The discussion covers the inflammatory ref…
- The powerful role of natural light in controlling glucose levels and preventing type 2 Diabetes - Wisdom Wednesdays
This episode of Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor explores the impact of natural light on glucose levels and the prevention of type 2 diabetes.
- Why Realistic Optimism Beats Positive Thinking With Carly Taylor
Carly Taylor discusses the distinction between positive thinking and realistic optimism, referencing the Stockdale Paradox and a personal experience with illness on this episode of Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor.
- Beyond the Pursuit: Understanding Happiness Through Connection with Professor Sonja Lyubomirsky
Professor Sonja Lyubomirsky joins Dr. Paul Taylor to discuss the science of happiness, including genetic, behavioral, and circumstantial influences. The episode explores the importance of social connection, acts of kindness, and gratitude…
- A very cool, simple hack to greatly improve your strength training - Wisdom Wednesdays
In this episode of Wisdom Wednesdays, Dr. Paul Taylor discusses a simple method for improving strength training results.
- MOVE: A Simple Process for Difficult Emotions With Carly Taylor
Carly Taylor, a counsellor and mindset coach, discusses the MOVE method for managing and responding to difficult emotions. The episode explores practical tools based in Japanese Psychology and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
- The Deeply Entrenched Flaws of The Mental Health Industry, with professor John Read
Professor John Read joins Dr. Paul Taylor to discuss criticisms of the modern mental health system, including psychiatric diagnoses, pharmaceutical influence, and the impact of trauma and social factors. They explore evidence-based alterna…
- Feeling Overwhelmed? An Effective Way Forward with Carly Taylor
In this episode of Mojo Monday, Carly Taylor discusses strategies for managing feelings of overwhelm. Topics include the impact of language on stress, reframing thoughts, and using the Pomodoro technique to enhance productivity and energy.
- Revolutionising Heart Health With Dr John Osborne
In this episode, Dr. John Osborne joins Dr. Paul Taylor to discuss heart health, focusing on the limitations of traditional diagnostic methods and the benefits of advanced imaging like cardiac CT. They also address heart anatomy, valve dis…
- Stunning new research on the impact of exercise intensity - Wisdom Wednesdays
Dr. Paul Taylor discusses the health implications of a systematic review and meta-regression on the effects of exercise training on mitochondrial and capillary growth in human skeletal muscle.
- Can You Accept Yourself and Make Room for Change? with Carly Taylor
Carly Taylor joins Dr. Paul Taylor to discuss the balance between self-acceptance and personal growth. They explore how self-compassion and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) practices can facilitate meaningful, purposeful change.
- A deep dive into Psychological and Physiological Hardiness , with Paul and Carly Taylor
Carly Taylor interviews Dr. Paul Taylor about the concepts of psychological and physiological hardiness. Discussion topics include the 4 C's of hardiness, how it differs from resilience, its application to child development, and whether ha…
- Final proof that dietary advice for metabolic health needs to change: Wisdom Wednesdays
Dr. Paul Taylor discusses the need to change dietary advice for metabolic health in this episode of Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor.