Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor

Today we tackle the nuanced topic of setting boundaries, especially in challenging relationships. Instead of the common advice focussing on controlling others, Carly Taylor explores how Morita Therapy can offer a wider perspective, involving focussing on what you can control, accepting your own emotional responses while accepting and understanding the emotions and behaviours of others. See omnystu...

Today is a long-overdue podcast, but I wanted to make sure that I got a great expert on the topic, and then I discovered Dr Torkil Faero, who wrote a great book called The Pulse Cure . What if you could see the toll that over-work, too much sugar or bad sleep really take on your system, knew what boosts your energy, and what saps it, and when you are heading for burnout? What if you could feel mor...

In this week's wisdom Wednesday, i go through a proven method for effectively increasing your Vo2max and improving heart health and both healthspan and lifespan. Here is the link to work out your Vo2max from the 12-minute run test, and here is a good explanation of the protocol . I forgot to mention to set the incline to 1% if using a treadmill.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Some practical daily strategies to not only manage our stress, but prepare for the inevitable stressful situations that life may bring.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is an excellent discussion on the difference between happiness and the deeper concept of human flourishing and, more importantly, the sort of things we can do to enhance flourishing. An internationally renowned leader in the field of Positive Psychology Dr. Tim Sharp (aka Dr. Happy) is a sought after Speaker and Facilitator, Consultant and Coach, Writer and Podcaster, Spokesperson and Brand A...

Here are links to the research studies I referenced - here is a link to t he Dallas Bed Rest study and here is the one on reversing heart aging See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stillness is not inactivity, but a practice that can bring a sense of calm to our lives. This week on Mojo Monday, Carly Taylor returns to guide you through five practical tips for incorporating stillness into your daily routine, even amidst life's chaos. Drawing on insights from Ryan Holiday’s "Stillness is the Key" and wisdom from great thinkers like Marcus Aurelius and Abraham Lincoln, Carly sh...

Today we chat about all the things you need to do to optimise your brain. Dr Sherry has a really interesting and varied background - she is an inspiring keynote speaker, globally recognized Neuroscientist, University Associate Professor, lecturer, policy and research manager, editor-in-chief, and writer. Certified as a Motivational Speaker from Washington University and a member of Professional Sp...

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Today on Mojo Monday, Carly dives deeper into the Japanese self-reflection process of Naikan.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Here are the research papers to support what I talk about today: Cheng, CW, Adams, GB, Perin, L, Wei, M, Zhou, X, Lam, BS, De Sacoo, S, Mirisola, M, Quinn, DI, Dorff, TB, Kopchick, JJ, Longo, VD. Prolonged Fasting reduces IGF-1/PKA to promote hematopoietic stem cell-based regeneration and reverse immunosuppression. Cell Stem Cell. 2014 Jun 5; 14(6): 810–823. PMID:  24905167 2. Wu, S. Fasting trigg...

In this episode of Mojo Monday, Co-host Carly Taylor dives into the transformative power of one simple question we can ask ourselves. This question is one of three that is part of the Japanese reflection process called Naikan. Naikan has been shown to effectively help those struggling with anxiety disorders such as GAD and PD. Used as a regular journalling exercise, it can create a deep sense of g...

Today is a conversation about making healthy habits stick, with Exercise Physiologist, mindset and breathwork coach, Unna Goldsworthy.  We do a deep dive into why health behaviour change is so hard and that if you get your mind right, your body will follow. The conversation is an interesting blend of psychology, neuroscience and the power of breathwork and is a must listen for those who want to op...

Today I explore fascinating research which compares the effectiveness of probiotic supplementation versus anti-depressant medication for depression. The results may surprise you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Mojo Monday, Carly explores the Japanese philosophy of Wabi Sabi. Discover how this beautiful mindset embraces the beauty in imperfection, the natural aging process, and the idea that nothing is permanent. Carly illustrates how adopting a Wabi Sabi perspective can help us find meaning and beauty in our own lives, beyond the relentless pursuit of perfection.  See omnystudio.com/l...

This was a thoroughly enjoyable conversation with Australia's top Life Coach, Shannah Kennedy. What I particularly like is her strategic approach to life planning, focus on values and the need for a Plan B. Shannah came to Lief Coaching out of the necessity to strategically organise her own life after suffering from burnout due to over-prioritising busy work. She is the author of 8 books and her m...

In this week's Wisdom Wednesday, Paul dives into the research on how different jobs can affect your health with some tips to combat the adverse effects, especially related to prolong sitting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Mojo Monday, Carly Taylor dives into the unavoidable realities of life: pain, uncertainty and the need for constant hard work. Drawing on insights from Phil Stutz's book 'The Tools', Carly discusses how accepting these truths can help us respond to challenges more effectively and lead a richer, more meaningful life. As always, she offers valuable tools and strategies to implemen...

Today I have a great and wide-ranging discussion with the very knowledgable over-achiever, Kate Save, who, amongst many things, is the founder of Be Fit Food. We start with Kate's amazing health back-story, which spurned her life-long interest in this area and put her on a mission to help others. We then explore metabolic health in detail and in particular, the interactive roles of diet and exerci...

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This week on Mojo Monday, Carly dives into why the common mindset of 'All or Nothing' doesn't serve us well and provides some strategies to be able to manage it.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I loved this conversation.  Professor Bill Sullivan researches the impact of microbes, pathogens and parasites and how they influence not only human health, but human behaviour.  Bill is a very engaging communicator and takes us on a very enjoyable journey on how these hidden forces affect the behaviour of animals and humans alike, and we explore the potential treatments and ethical considerations...

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Morita Therapy is an approach from Japanese Psychology that is now being used in the West. It's a natural approach to Mental Health that everyone can apply to their daily lives.  On today's Mojo Monday, Coach Carly explains what Morita Therapy is and how it's positively impacted her own wellbeing. If you would learn more about Morita Therapy, you can get in touch with Carly at www.carlytaylorcoach...