The Paul Taylor Podcast | Expert in Hardiness and Mental Fitness

Updated: 01 Aug 2025 • 551 episodes
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Join Paul Taylor, an Exercise Physiologist, Psychologist, Neuroscientist and Nutritionist, as he explores mental fitness, body health, and brain enhancement through interviews with leading experts in the field.

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In this episode, Daniel Murray and I discuss, his new book on empathy, starting with the journey of writing the book. We then do a deep dive on Daniel's practical four-step framework for practicing empathy: being consciously curious, openly exploring, challenging mental models, and leading with empathy.  The conversati

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In a deeply enlightening podcast episode, Jay Campbell delves into the complex yet fascinating world of biohacking and longevity. Jay Campbell, a renowned physique champion, five-time bestselling author, and co-founder of Bio Longevity Labs, shares his vast knowledge and experience on hormone optimisation, peptide ther

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Our smartphones are shaping our brains in subtle but significant ways. What happens when we take a break from them? In this episode, I discuss a new study showing that just 3 days of reduced smartphone use can measurably change brain activity and 'cool down' craving circuits. The research taps into neuroplasticity - ho

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This week, Carly explores  self-esteem. Drawing on ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), she shares personal stories, metaphors (yes, sushi trains are involved!), and practical tools to help you notice unhelpful thoughts without letting them run the show. It’s a powerful reminder that you don’t need high self-esteem

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Please share this episode with anyone you think may benefit What if your personality determined how much you enjoy exercise? New research reveals the personality traits that predict fitness levels, exercise enjoyment, and stress relief. Researchers recruited over 130 adults and assessed their personality traits, fitnes

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In this Week's Mojo Monday, Carly Taylor delves into how our attention affects mental wellbeing, exploring the concept of peripheral consciousness through Morita Therapy. Carly explains that peripheral consciousness allows us to focus on one thing while remaining subtly aware of our surroundings. Using anxiety as an ex

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