How to manage your mental health | Leon Taylor | TEDxClapham
Prolonged psychological stress is the enemy of our mental health, and physical movement is our best weapon to respond. Leon Taylor is a former competitive diver who competed for TeamGB at three Olympic Games. Following retirement, he transitioned to the commentary booth where he works for the BBC. Leon has a passion for performance, wellness and movement spending much of his time now as a speaker, executive coach, and mentor to the next generation of sports stars. His enthusiasm and skill for mentoring have allowed him to work with a range of athletes across Olympic and Paralympic sports. Most recently playing the role of Athlete services lead at the pre-Games Camp in Brazil prior to TeamGB’srecord-breakingg 2nd place on the medal table. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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Today's children are burning out with too much physical activities…sports, martial arts, gymnastics and swimming. Parents think the more students participate in more physical activities its so good for their child. Where is the balance? The importance of down time is crucial too.
## Leon Taylor's Personal Experience
– Leon Taylor, a former Olympic diver, shares his childhood struggles with hyperactivity and how physical activity became the most effective way to manage his behavior.
– Taylor emphasizes the importance of finding joy and fulfillment in movement rather than forcing oneself to exercise.
## Physical Activity as an Intervention for Mental Health
– Taylor argues that physical movement is an effective intervention for various mental health issues, including depression, PTSD, anxiety, and ADHD.
– He encourages individuals to find their own "movement" and use it as a tool for managing stress and improving mental well-being.
## Case Study: Running and Bipolar Disorder
– Taylor shares a success story of working with a young man with bipolar disorder who found relief through regular running.
– Running reduced the symptom severity of his condition, allowing him to reduce medication and improve his mental health.
## Thomas Jefferson's Quote on Exercise
– Taylor concludes by quoting Thomas Jefferson on the benefits of exercise and encourages viewers to prioritize movement for their mental well-being.
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The Concrete Confessional blog guy just released an awesome reflection on his experiences in therapy – he came to the same conclusion about the uselessness of "cognitive methods" until he could recenter himself emotionally and spiritually with mindfulness and other methods. Worth checking out, for sure
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"Mental Health" is literally the life of the soul or "Spiritual Health " No medicine can touch the soul. It can only disable the body. So Mental Health comes down to the soul uniting itself with God. Saint Paul says " I live, now not I, but Christ liveth in me." This is a healthy soul. In comparison, today's society denies Christ, commits adultery, fornicators, liars, thieves, murderers,abortion murders, and sin on top of sin. All a therapist can do is help you drown your conscience and encourage a person to mask the cause of their unstable spiritual life. Helping people to mask their sins which remain unforgiven. Without reconciling with God, these "therapists" will continue to profit . They feed off the sinful lives of others.
Thank you for this significatif video. I have learned a lot and I will this strategies to improve my mental health. But what if someone is falling into mania ??
This book has done wonders for managing stress and my physical health too. It explains the best way to breathe and ways to use breathing practises to improve physical and mental health. A very useful book. It's called The Full Breath by James Francis
This video is very useful and practical! The advice on maintaining balance in daily life is truly necessary, especially in today's age where we face so much pressure and stress. I will definitely apply these suggestions to my life.
Dont worry god does exist just pray to him
Please. I need help. I have been damaged by a medicine called Reglan, it has ruined my life. I got this medicine 1 year ago at the ER and now I'm in deep trouble with severe depression, severe anxiety, head pressure, muscle pain/weakness, dizziness etc, suicidal thoughts etc. I'm very near the end. Is there anyone that can help or know anyone that can help me to recover from this horror drug?
Thank you for a great video, I find myself often exhausted by many responsibilities and expectations…. sometimes it drives me crazy, thank you s much for this video I've learnt a lot
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Dancing. Never tires me.But I am not doing it anymore 😢
Great talk! Acupuncture should truly be at the forefront of medical care.
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Thank you!!!! Great information. So glad I get up and move. This was an always the case. I got stuck for a long time and I was watching the world evolve without me. Even though I was functioning, I was still in dark place.
This is a dangerous video. I tried using exercise to manage my mental health, and it worked for a while. Sadly, I had to work out so much to keep my symptoms at bay that I became addicted to working out to the detriment of other areas of my life. Some mental illnesses are more serious and need medication.
I was feeling super low. The 1 thing you made me do was smile. I felt so much better. Thank you
I've been using Neurogenie capsules for a month now, and the difference is amazing. Thank you, Planet Ayurveda!
I have struggled with mental health problems my whole life. It was extremely challenging to the point where I developed an addiction to alcohol and drugs which made my mental health and everything else worse. I went through treatment and therapy and am on medications and it helps me tremendously. It helps having good friends and support to help you as well. Whatever problems you have someone like a therapist can help you with them. You can learn how to manage your emotions and stress. It's also helpful to work with people who've had the same experiences who can give you advice and resources in the community.
We need to fuel that movement. It starts by removing processed and ultra-processed foods from our diet.
Yeh I have this habit of overthinking things so I’ve decided to do some dancing 💃 as my movement due to the happiness it brings to my mind with my favourite songs in the background ☺️☺️☺️
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Jesus loves you, peace
very appreciate!
Thinking is cause but remain odd or mental in every situation is harmful….
To much thinking is always worst.
Movement is not THE solution. It is PART of the solution. Some people, some illnesses, will still REQUIRE some type of medication to get and remain in a stable mental state.
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This is not mental health, mental heath comes from trauma not i did not get my way.
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