Rewire Your Brain for Mental Strength & Avoid "Death By Comfort" | Neuroscientist Paul Taylor

🔷 We've never had it so easy - and never been so sick 🔷 How to build Resilience - through conscious exposure to stressors and discomfort, such as cold showers. Exercise Physiologist, Nutritionist, Neuroscientist, and Ex-Military Services - Paul Taylor trains us to train our brain and body.Timestamps:02:00 comfort crisis - what's wrong with modern life03:00 We've never had it so easy - and never been so sick06:00 “anyone that says this is genetic has their head in the sand”10:00 Take on discomfort: ie taking cold showers12:00 Exposure to stress makes us resilient13:00 The epigenetics of resillence 15:00 Hormetic stressors, sunlight, fand oods18:00 Bigger, faster, stronger - exercise as a stressor20:00 The role of Myokines 21:00 Sedentary lives destroy the body's eco system22:00 Health non-negotiables and 'movement snacks’23:00 Sleep hygiene24:00 Ice baths 25:00 Parents need to model behaviours 26:00 Microobiome28:00 Low human interference food30:00 Liz and Sophie racing hotties32:00 How to change your habits35:00 Facing your fears36:00 Life is hard - we need to toughen up37:00 death sandwiches38:00 exposure therapy 39;00 get out of comfort zone - challenge rather than threat40:00 cold water therapy42:00 why “free” dopamine is bad for you45:00 teaching grit and resilience 48:00 dont tslk about your feelings49:00 daily resilience building habits - do thisdont wait for the motivation fairy - do this - process beats goals53:00 values and identity - ▶️ CONTACTInstagram: / LeafieHealthTwitter: / LeafieHealthEmail: [e-mail] support: [e-mail] Lab Podcast: Health Trailblazers S2: E11Host: Claire McDonnell Liu, Nutritionist and podcast host [e-mail]: www.0ad.com.auAbout Paul TaylorNeuroscientist, Exercise Physiologist and Nutritionist Paul Taylor delves into death by comfort. A look at how modern life is killing us and what's needed to survive and thrive in the modern world.Paul Taylor is an expert in the fields of neuroscience, psychology and human performance. An incredibly dynamic speaker, Paul is known for his ability to engage and captivate large audiences with his charismatic and energetic style.A former British Royal Navy Aircrew Officer, Paul Taylor is an Exercise Physiologist, Nutritionist and Neuroscientist. He is currently completing a PhD in Applied Psychology where he is developing and testing resilience strategies with the Australian Defence Science & Technology Group.As the Director of the Mind Body Brain Performance Institute, he has spent his career researching and developing strategies to optimise performance in both individuals and organisations. In 2010 Paul created and co-hosted the TV series Body and Brain Overhaul. His BioAge software is used by a number of Australian and international health club chains and in 2010 and 2015 he was voted Australian Fitness Industry presenter of the year.Author of the best-selling book “Death by Comfort”, Paul also has a proven track record in leadership and dealing in high-pressure situations, through his former roles as an Airborne Anti-submarine Warfare Officer, a helicopter Search And Rescue crew member, and through his rigorous training in Combat Survival and Resistance to Interrogation.Visit: https://www.paultaylor.biz/podcastIMPORTANT - The content in this video is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult with your physician regarding your health matters. Individuals’ lifestyles, bodies and health histories vary. The author does not assume any liability to any party for any loss, damage, or disruption caused by the choice to implement any of the health strategies.