Episode 295 - Movement - Your Mental Health Medicine

This TEDx talk explores the profound connection between physical movement and mental health. The speaker, Leon Taylor, uses his personal journey as an Olympic diver to illustrate how movement can be a powerful tool for managing mental well-being. Taylor argues that modern society's over-reliance on thinking contributes to stress and mental health issues. He explains how physical activity triggers biochemical changes in the brain, releasing beneficial chemicals like BDNF and endorphins. Taylor encourages listeners to incorporate movement into their daily lives to counteract stress and improve overall mental health, emphasising that the key to making it work is to discover a movement that fills you with joy. He shares a story about a client who overcame bipolar disorder with running, and concludes by urging the audience to prioritize physical activity for themselves and future generations.


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