How to manage your mental health | Leon Taylor | TEDxClapham

[@austintuttle5723]

"Thinking is NOT the solution. Thinking is the cause" BRILLIANT

[@buddhaneosiddhananda8499]

My "passion" gets me into trouble often...

[@prasannasimhatr]

@@buddhaneosiddhananda8499 000000p

[@buddhaneosiddhananda8499]

Most people actually underthink things... think more, not less...

[@NazriB]

Lies again? Like Crazy

[@ggundercover3681]

@@buddhaneosiddhananda8499 nah. I personally need to think less. because the things I think about aren't even what you actually need to think about.

[@nasserology]

Balanced diet Regular excercise Living the moment Positive internal dialogue Healthy sleep Meditation/prayer

[@justadad6677]

People, socialize.

[@DiZastur]

you left out wearing a Guy Fawkes mask

[@Apettyexistence]

These are the keys to life, so simple yet so few of us actually do all of them.

[@bhavinbhaimahala]

​@@Apettyexistence❤❤

[@Guys_Love_Each_Other]

why opposite don't works

[@imakemusique]

Meditation / Mindfulness, Movement and a nutritious diet makes wonder. We need to go back to the basics. Most of our diseases could be avoided if we lived healthy.

[@leontaylor1360]

Well said Mikael

[@millenial90]

Meditation, dance, and gradual exposure to things that caused panic or anxiety for me helped so much more than the medications I used to be on. Unfortunately it takes more effort than taking a pill so sometimes I slip and stop doing it and things start to get worse, but I feel so much better when I make it a daily habit. I'll take this comment as my reminder. :)

[@livmontmerle8256]

I would also add sleep and being in Nature to the list ! Back to basics yesss !!

[@peterleigh8151]

Anonymous Pants uu

[@mickadatwist1620]

yes....that's right

[@prisonhawk9293]

I am on medicine cause of PTSD . MY sister was killed and i was shot 4 times...i did not know better when i had first atack. I wish i was able to listen speech like this ... But i have been doing great for 4 years..i exercise and that hellps me sooo much. And I am happy for first time in my life.

[@DTRMtunes]

Sorry to hear about your trauma. I wish you good luck and peace for the future x

[@user-dp4bu8jy4b]

Bless you! Keep reaching for the stars...

[@karlprehn3363]

I hope you’re still doing great for your FIFTH year! Keep it up! I’m in the process of getting better, I’m very optimistic.

[@StuartFuckingLittle]

very sorry for your loss, and great that its working for you.

[@alyssavalerros5585]

I'm so happy to hear you are doing great! Keep up the excercise. You should look at @cyrusausar channel. He speaks about things that might really help you

[@alisonlivingston]

Amen! Sleep + Good food + mindfulness + movement + friends + hopeful hobbies = awesome mental health

[@kathyanuenue9423]

My son's 3rd grade teacher got all of the, "behavior problem" kids every year. His trick? They went outside & played a game &/or ran races a few times a day. My son learned from this teacher how to deal w/his life issues e.g.: rage, anxiety, improve concentration & better his mental health. He's 25 & uses exercise vs Rx to feel better. I'm so grateful for this teacher & people like you to help us understand how important movement is for the mind, body & soul!

[@leontaylor1360]

Love this 👏. Exactly the interventions we all can try. Thanks for commenting and keep on moving!

[@thinkingofaname6233]

Kathy Anuenue now that we’ve got that out the way maybe we can discuss that not everyone is in love with physical exhaustion so exercise might not be an option.

[@lorrainewest7408]

@@thinkingofaname6233 No. I found that the benefits are so optimal. This man speaking is so correct.

[@HarmeetSinghBrarOfficial]

@Ben Mendolz In these cases, even normal movement like regular walk should help.

[@ggundercover3681]

@@thinkingofaname6233 you need to train yourself. a lot of ppl hate physical exhaustion but push through so they can have a happier body and mind. you can always go at your pace. don't have to kill yourself doing the workouts. everyone is different and you still get those benefits. I've rarely met ppl who actually like exercise. what they like is how they feel after exercise and the long term benefits such as achieving a body they want and a nice routine.

[@gruntage95]

Anxiety has plagued me for a long time. I didn't know I wasn't feeling normal, my ruminating mind focused instead on the pain in various areas of my body. My thinking was irrational, believing I was a dead man walking I didn't want to go to a doctor. I collapsed at work after over a year of feeling like I was being choked, my lead hand and supervisor had called a driver to take me home because I couldn't breathe. Eventually, with the motivation of a few TEDx talks and support from my wonderful family, I began to forge a new perception of life. Studying stoic philosophy and learning mindful meditation helps me identify many of the negative patterns in my thoughts. I work a physical job, my coworkers are familiar with the sight of my dancing. Life improved dramatically across the board for me in such a short time! The physical pains that made me believe I was dying have all but vanished. The sensation of being choked took a little while to fade, but plague me no longer. I've found a beautiful, compassionate girlfriend that makes every day brighter as well! We all have stories, humans are fascinating - shaped and molded through so many experiences. Leon, thank you for sharing your story!

[@leontaylor1360]

Keep dancing, keep smiling. Thanks for commenting and sharing your story.

[@tdillon8923]

Thank you for this comment. Keep going!

[@mint7325]

I would recommend you to hide this description of your problem, as it can easily catch on to others suffering from mental health issues, I myself am suffering from severe anxiety and on reading this i felt it.

[@riverrun8535]

Thank you for sharing this, It is very relatable and I am glad you are doing better! Gives me hope.

[@riverrun8535]

Jane - I have severe anxiety too and a lot of what Just Another wrote I can relate to. Hiding it does not make you feel better. There will be triggers everywhere no matter what. It's good to talk about it and confront your anxieties. Acknowledging that it upset you is a way to recover - start deconstructing it. It will be okay.

[@hassanfarah3501]

You are only one workout away from a great mood. Good luck to whoever reads this

[@TheThoughts]

I personally believes that when you keep yourself busy with productive activities we surely feel good.

[@NdnUrbanCat]

There is more happiness in giving, than in receiving.

[@wellotoninnaturallywellinc9640]

The actuality, is if you are doing things that you like, you are raising your serotonin every time. This is helping you rebound. Sheila M Cooperman LMHC

[@onelife_global]

Rightly said

[@shashivenki9610]

True

[@rinchhensherpa6972]

GARDENING & MUSIC has kept me fit& sane so far. Even in this pandemic.

[@staymotivated9871]

Eliminate "should, could, would, maybe, might, but, well, umm, if" along with other words and you will truly see changes in your character. Good luck everyone that actually sees this comment.

[@shrimpysquad5821]

When it comes to being a robot this might actually help. Thank you.

[@shrimpysquad5821]

Maybe if I moved around it would eliminate these words

[@mothteeth429]

Umm, I could, well I should, but if I would, I might feel better. Maybe..

[@carolinaespinoza8107]

Thank you so much for the advice

[@ciaran6309]

Meanlth or mental illness? Won't fix schizophrenia

[@arpitsinha595]

Physical fitness is an incredible medicine to cope with the hectic life we have nowadays. Physical activity changes your mind, makes you feel more confident which eventually improves your focus and increases positivity towards life.

[@alyssavalerros5585]

I agree!!!! Not only that, but it changes our biochemistry too. I didn't even really think about the confidence thing. You should watch @cyrusausar channel... he gives some excellent perspective when it comes to mental health. Stay encouraged!

[@adaptercrash]

Ad we can conrol them in their weight class to regardless if I'm light weight. David and Goliath.

[@macktheripper7454]

1 this is the best ted talk I’ve ever seen. 2 my own experience mirrors that of the speakers experience. In 2017 I was given tranquillisers to cope with my fathers sudden death. After coming close to totally losing my mind I started running every morning. I ditched all the medication over 12 weeks and haven’t been on any since. I still run every morning and the difference it’s made in my life has been extremely positive. Without it I don’t think I would be alive today.

[@Perpetually_curious0511]

I totally relate to "finding the movement that fills you with joy."

[@AshishSharma23]

Ever since this pandemic, I've become more stressed than I used to. I used to walk in the park every evening and that helped me a lot.

[@kotenoklelu3471]

My feed went from cat videos to the story of apocalypse in this pandemic. I went out of internet to think about my internet usage for two days. My stress drastically reduced.

[@shyaaammeneen63]

Ashish Kumar, How are you now? Be careful what you feed your mind. To feel better reduce overthinking. Avoid comparing with others, reduce negative social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind. Your breathing is closely related to the brain [mind] and gives relief from stress-anxiety. To relax sit on a chair or lie down, neck straight, eyes closed, avoid moving too much and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 5-10-15 minutes or more. Never meditate with expectations but with awareness. Don’t fight your thoughts. With practice the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Observe your breath sensations before sleep, when reading, in the kitchen, when taking a walk etc -----anytime-anywhere. Like me, make this a lifetime habit to have a better life. Best wishes--Counsellor.

[@ronprice1819]

Move out of the city... Where I live you wouldn't know anything was different...

[@RisenFallen]

This is something more people need to see, amazing to see the stigma starting to end. I was a similar child to this and frustrated everyone around me including my family. Glad I am not alone.

[@jonathanlevo1218]

My movement is boxing. It engages my whole body and mind and the level of mental and physical fitness needed for boxing puts you way out out of the danger zone for depression and anxiety. sometimes when I shaddowbox I can feel the force of life itself moving with me. Nothing gives me more pleasure than boxing. It is something I just love to do.

[@alyssavalerros5585]

Me too! I've done a lot of different things but boxing has been one of the best activities for mental health. Stay encouraged and keep watching videos like this. @Cyrusausar is another channel I think you will find really helpful

[@dreamthedream8929]

@@alyssavalerros5585 what do you do with your legs though i wonder? Boxing doesnt involve any kicking movements.

[@SuspiciousCrustacean]

@@dreamthedream8929 this answer might be a bit late but footwork, bouncing backwards and forwards, engages your legs and feet. Gotta be quick to move out the way when someone throws a punch!

[@businesslifeplanning]

A brilliant example of clear, paced speaking, combined with one simple and powerful message.

[@Frogger790]

❤️ Tedx talks… Each one has a different twist and new lesson for me to learn. I’m hooked. Thankful for everyone that shares there story. I never get enough of them.

[@alain3768]

He is a very good speaker - sympathetic resonance The knowledge is calm and controlled given. I have done mindfulness the past 2 months. After this TED-talk I'm going to search for a TAI-CHI school. I meditate more often thanks to mindfulness. AND I'm going to walk , ride my bike more often and taking breaks from sitting at my desk.

[@Ignacioforever69]

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.

[@aileenpanes8110]

Ive been working from home and would be in front of my laptop from 12 to 16 hrs a day. I started to question my existence. Im so glad to come across this today

[@AE-cz9nh]

Isolation is the worst thing on your mental health. I just read this in my college course yesterday.

[@biker2027]

Hi

[@florencekokoris]

This man has nailed it right on the head. We all need to move more, and joyfully in tune with our own bodies.

[@MattZimmerer]

Great video! I feel like at 32 I am finally figuring this out, this video was a solid affirmation that I have simply been lacking physical exercise from my life all along.

[@nikosschoolofMentalHealth]

Physical exercise is key for the mental well being. Make it a routine.

[@halcyon-cg2eb]

Still moving/exercising?

[@TotalLifeTeletherapy]

Managing mental health is a daily practice-whether through mindfulness, self-care, or seeking support. Every little step counts 💛🧘‍♀

[@Spirituality-kj1gt]

Distancing yourself from toxic people and manifestation, positive self talk helps a lot

[@ScottThompson-o4c]

😂

[@chupacabra8618]

So truly.. Physical activity really brings a wonderful effects on entire physical and mental health of our bodies. I feel it certainly.

[@MarshmilloJB]

My movement is biking. I love gliding, moving along a road, seeing people. I like swimming, I like dancing, I like lifting. I get anxiety when I can’t take care of myself. I will keep moving to keep healthy and cheerful.

[@mehulvij9357]

I was feeling super low. The 1 thing you made me do was smile. I felt so much better. Thank you

[@shashivenki9610]

Overthinking is the problem for everything in our life. When we start overthinking just alert your mind that you are overthinking and also doing things which makes you happy, which boosts your confidence and self esteem will definitely helps.

[@saileshramcharan3445]

Brilliant. Had the same issues and the family doctor said to my parents ' let this child run and play everyday' . What a blessing that judgement call was.

[@ranistorytellingtarotreading33]

Our body is not build for lethargic life style. Simple and regular exercises are key to mental and physical well-being. Take a walk !!!

[@rebeccafrost5542]

100% agree. 👍.

[@jalyssajanaemathis3397]

That makes since

[@johnrobinsonomondirakwach7394]

Very very Inspiring

[@prometheus8457]

@@thinkingofaname6233 replying so u can look back and cringe at yourself

[@thinkingofaname6233]

Nah, still think about doing it

[@mohitbilala2423]

this is so true physical movement is so important to our mental and physical health... and 9 months before I joined a gym i do consistent and see a change of my body performance and my mental health and i feel that this changes i changed my life and i become more confident and now i completely changed and I transform my self.. so do the physical activity guys this is so important to our life

[@tomcarlyle1740]

What a great approach to mental health. This might sound strange but his voice and the cadence I found so soothing :).

[@bobeden5027]

"Thinking is the weapon of mass distraction"! "Feelings are Healings"!

[@sandytran553]

Thank you so much for your inspiring speech. I have been struggling with stress for a while, and your speech is an escape for me. I've been so obsessed with work and looked down on exercising as I thought I have no time for that, which makes the tress even worse. I've been so overwhelmed with negative thoughts that I've forgot the joy. You just enlightened me of how important physical activities are.

[@halcyon-cg2eb]

Still exercising?

[@fskgamerzyt866]

Icon in the🙂 world is a🗡 great👏

[@MikeVeny]

Thank you for this video! Like you, I was labeled a "problem child". As continue to learn to more effectively manage myself, I'm a learning about the importance of physical movement each day. This goes beyond exercise for health reasons. Each night, I do Yin Yoga to help me release stored trauma. The results have been powerful.

[@np.232]

What's.. Yin yoga

[@hsiaopengchiu4951]

I’m suffering with great depression and anxiety during this lockdown and quarantine period. Thanks for your sharing! Think less and act more

[@whiteowl5962]

I feel the same way. I'm a very happy person and being stuck in quarantine made me experience anxiety and breakdowns for the first time. We'll get through this! Godspeed.

[@arza0932]

Prayers out to you ! Eat nutritious food, train - connect w/ friends. Try meditating.

[@hsiaopengchiu4951]

White Owl Thanks and also pray for you!

[@ronprice1819]

Cities are prisons. Move to the country... No lockdowns happened where I live.

[@lifesuz]

Leon Taylor’s TEDx talk on managing mental health really resonated with me. His message about the importance of consistent self-care and recognizing when to ask for help is something that truly hits home. I appreciate how he emphasizes simple yet powerful techniques like breathing exercises and the role of physical activity in boosting mental well-being. It’s a great reminder that mental health requires ongoing attention, just like physical health, and that small, intentional steps can make a huge difference in how we feel and cope day-to-day.

[@arsenioseslpodcast3143]

I find it unbelievable that Americans, after COVID, are saying "mental health is real." Wtf does that even mean? Yeah, there are 9+ other categories of life that are real: relationships, finance, learning, health, etc. It's a category that people need to work on through personal development to keep healthy and maintain relationships. You fukers online just say "mental health is real" like wtf.....what does that even mean? lmfao clown

[@Dusk-MTG]

I'm suffering from Schizoid Personality Disorder and one of the most painful symptoms is anhedonia, which is the difficulty to feel pleasure. I don't have a lot of friends and I don't really want to bother friends and family with my problems so what I was usually doing was overthinking. I eventually got to a point when I felt like I was surviving, but I wasn't actually living a life. I started to try to fix my problems and manage my mental health, but getting helped by others was really painful and difficult because of SPD. I started doing some sport, not because I thought it would've helped me, but it actually did. Right now, I'm very busy, I have a lot of work and when I have spare time I train. When I'm busy and when I do sport I can really feel better, so this has really helped me a lot and watching this video and hearing those stories gives me a lot of hope. I can't really say I'm OK now, doing sport feels like a temporary solution and my relationship problems don't have a solution and I don't really know what to do about that... but at least in bad moments I know how I can climb up the hole of depression.

[@ronprice1819]

I always wondered if it is possible to jar a brain to a point that it can feel sensations better. My brain is messed up badly from traumas and decades long drug addictions. I started to wonder if doing something like sky diving or other extreme things would shock my brain to release natural chemicals again.

[@UtopianChild11]

Oh wow. Thank You So Much. You are to be admired and emulated in my eyes. You are Awesome. I have struggled with mental illness my entire life, but physical activity is definitely what wins the battle.

[@sidneyysky-nr3dd]

Psychedelics saved me from years of uncontrollable depression , anxiety and illicit pill addiction . Imagine carrying heavy chains for over a decade and then all of a sudden that burden is gone . Believe it or not in a couple years they'll be all over for treatment of mental health related issues . ⠀

[@ashleycamara7775]

I have researched and found out that shrooms are very helpful , it has really helps to reduce anxiety and depression . I would love to try magic mushrooms but I can't easily get some , Is there any realiable source I can purchase one

[@lawrencejonas4911]

​@@ashleycamara7775 Yes Dr Mile

[@isabellaemma9082]

@@keylamaria4072 the psy/nurse that told me I had dyst. Told me most people know they have it after going tru a mayor depression. That's what happened To me. After that.. I went to the library and read on dysth. For the first time. It was like reading my autobiography. I wished I didn't go tru the mayor depression to find out what I had. It was bad. But I guess it was meant To be that way. Oh and i can fall into a mayor depression again. But since I know what I have, l'm trying To take control of my actions, of my life. But it hard since the mayor depression I went tru left big economic problems. Which.. jejejeje brings me down more.

[@louisianawalters7452]

I was having this constant , unbearable anxiety because of stress. Not until I also came across Dr.Mile a very intelligent mycologist. He came through for me with his knowledge on psychs.

[@georgewilliams-xo7hz]

​@@keylamaria4072 I have been diagnosed with this and some social anxiety sprinkled on top. What a treat.

[@jadethegingergoblin718]

Thank you. I suffer from depression and social anxiety, and while I know I should exercise, it's helpful to hear these stories. I think I may try yoga, and I should make an effort to go swimming while the weather is nice.

[@leontaylor1360]

Great choices Jade. Be kind to yourself and give them both a try.

[@indigoziona]

Best of luck! I struggle to exercise too but am going to at least try walking more often and to more places. And swimming too!

[@livmontmerle8256]

Yoga changed me ! It teaches you to be kind to yourself, and helps you get to know yourself better. It also led me to meditation, which does wonders ! Best of luck Jade, you are not alone !

[@MrGrugsy]

@Jade if the social aspect is too much to start, go get a cheap set of resistance bands and look up a few workouts on youtube. after a few weeks of routine exercise in your comfortable space, you'll have too much energy to want to stay home/still. you can literally use the bands anywhere, and if you go out to a park and enjoy nature while working out random people in your same position will approach you and ask about them. (it puts you in control of the conversation, and being in a position to confidently share knowledge tends to take the edge off of social anxiety.)

[@dyuthig9518]

Yoga and then swimming for about an hour...

[@DepressionTalks1]

Thank you for talking about this. We need more of these conversations

[@annettehansen6047]

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.

[@flowerlove2985]

Leon Taylor, I loved this. I've heard a lot of these points before but a great presentation helps make it absorbable. Repetition too helps me. You're inspiring, motivating, and a wonderful speaker. Hearing your personal experience helped me. The video had 270k views which isn't super high, and I use this to help decide what to watch. I think I was drawn by your smile, and posture in the still picture. Guess one shouldn't always go by the rating. Most of all I felt it came from your heart and that you have a passion for it. Thank you.

[@AlexMerryEsq]

My mum used to have to wear me out too. 🏃‍♂️ It was a choice between laps around the school fields or getting bollocked in class! Mental health more important than ever now - particularly running a solo business. So important to get out of your head.

[@jonnytooze]

Leon, the best talk I've heard you give. What a hard hitting and amazing movement you are starting. Love it.

[@leontaylor1360]

Thanks Jonny. Let's get this movement moving! ha

[@magdalenogarcia203]

I have been battling with panic disorder for about 20 years now. At first I didn't understand what I was going through and so my solution was planning my way out. I slowly started doing research and found out what I was dealing with, I have since listened to a lot of folks talk about this issue and have received great advise but had never heard the correlation between "movement" and mental health. I am now 55 and not in the best shape of my life, I have suffered a number of injuries over those 55 years and the activity which I loved the most was running, well now with all my injuries I can no longer do that but I can do something, I can still walk and I can still move. Thank you for this talk.

[@shyaaammeneen63]

Magdeleno, How are you now? Be careful what you feed your mind. To feel better reduce overthinking. Avoid comparing with others, reduce negative social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind. Your breathing is closely related to the brain [mind] and gives relief from stress-anxiety. To relax sit on a chair or lie down, neck straight, eyes closed, avoid moving too much and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 5-10-15 minutes or more. Never meditate with expectations but with awareness. Don’t fight your thoughts. With practice the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Observe your breath sensations before sleep, when reading, in the kitchen, when taking a walk etc -----anytime-anywhere. Like me, make this a lifetime habit to have a better life. Best wishes--Counsellor.

[@lisagerber6100]

Absolutely loved this talk. Just one thing I would add is balance. I used my "movement", which was running, to help with depression. But I ended up getting anorexia because I ran everyday minimum 4 times. So balance is key! Don't overdue it ;)

[@alexgravelle164]

Exactly, too much of anything isn't good

[@thijsdekker2050]

I think Leon Taylor has a very easy solution to mental health issues, maybe a little simplistic but I think he made a very strong point. When your overthinking and you spend to much time on your own thoughts, it mostly results in negative thoughts and emotions. When you do this on the long term depression and anxiety are getting really close. I also thinks that not only movement and exercise made the difference but meditation and biological/ healthy food can also reduce stress. When your playing professional sport and your train six times a week it is really hard to enjoy every training session because the only thing that seems important is getting better and perform, but the truth is that's really hard to get better and perform if your not enjoying your sport. So enjoying your sport or exercise is so important otherwise it would increase your stress and negative thoughts. That is why you should always pick a sport which you enjoy and not for any other reason. For example the fitness/bodybuilding hype is very unhealthy, people are not especially joining the sport because they like it. No they are looking for improvement and the are never satisfied because 9 out of 10 times they don't get the body that they want and this only cause frustration and stress. So in my opinion I believes you should eat healthy and pick a sport which you really enjoy and not for any other reason. Of course the sport or exercise should challenge you but it must challenge you in a healthy way, so your mind can also be challenge in a healthy way.

[@muhammadaqeelkhan7620]

one of the most underrated tedx talks ever

[@0v32]

Basics from NA helped me a lot. Defining your own personal "higher power", which can be anything but has to be loving, caring, and greater than one's self and more powerful than the disease of addiction"...

[@roxxystarktheone]

This is one of THE BEST talks I've ever watched from Ted!! Absolutely mind blowing! A cure for PTSD? Omg, I gotta try!!

[@joshy2joshy]

Would love to hear an update !

[@amria5725]

Finding your movement. thank You

[@iabhi1]

This talk is so much relevant in an era of Bing watching and jobs facing the computer all day long.

[@Amanda-qe5lj]

I face my computer all day long.

[@bananibanerjee5549]

Elderly people above 65 also should do a lot of physical activity?

[@arlinegeorge6967]

Such a great issue mental health. Thank you bless you. And all your dreams come true.

[@supermansteve6832]

My mother desperately needs to watch this.

[@alyssavalerros5585]

Mine too!!! My mom is so against these things and I wish she would just be open to bettering herself. Please send my encouragement to your mother and have her keep watching videos like this. @Cyrusausar is another excellent channel

[@rameshiyer1]

Fine talk. I recollect going on long walks or cycling around my neighborhood in my childhood / teens, whenever I felt stressed out or sad. It used to uplift my mood and help me deal with my challenges with more energy n determination, instead of getting weighed down by them. Any movement or physical activity helps de-stress and it needn't be just yoga or Tai chi.

[@shemseh]

This is so true, I tend to overthink sometimes and exercising helps me to focus on something else. My thing is tennis which I try to play twice a week, I did ask myself what I would enjoy doing the most because you need to enjoy the sport and love it so you always want to practice. I also walk an hour in my lunch break but sometimes I have periods where I stop exercising because of my studies and work and I notice how I feel less happy and more stressed. I hate when I have so much to do and I literally spend all day sitting at work or at home studying in the evenings and weekends before the exams! When I play tennis I always have a smile on my face :)

[@leontaylor1360]

I'm so pleased you agree and most importantly are doing what you can when you can movement wise. Maybe employ a strategy where you study in 45 min windows with at least a 5 min movement break after each block. This strategy has worked superbly for people i have worked with and on myself! Performed with a smile it's even more effective. 😃

[@shemseh]

Leon Taylor I will definitely be trying that next time! I'm not conscious when I study that I spend too much time not moving and I should allocate time for breaks more often, I will probably concentrate better too :) thank you Leon, very insightful video

[@chloe0452]

Love this, good on you. Tennis is good for the soul.

[@TOMMY-WANT-WINGY]

Boy, did I need this right now. Lord, thank you for giving me this idea to search "mental health". Amen.

[@mayugabrielmiranoortizdeor3888]

As a medical student, sometimes it's difficult to separate time for exercising.But I totally agree with you.Look for other things that can make you happy and you'll be fine.

[@DoctorCharlesSophy]

I totally get the struggle with time management. It's great that you agree, and finding your happiness in various ways is key! I also speak about mental health on my channel.

[@susydyson1750]

A brilliant talk with subtle pauses that recaptured my full attention as he continued to flow … bravo !! Truly brilliant

[@user-qv6gt7px5k]

Totally agree with this. Exercise makes difference, move more!

[@partheshsoni1905]

I have experienced this myself. Exercise is definitely a great way to boost one's mental health.

[@VictorNinoCazares]

Thank you Leon. Your message is just what I needed to hear.

[@Alfred-q8x]

how can we be grown enough to know better than to be thinking the way we be thinking?

[@basilpv164]

How to manage mental health(leon taylor) 3:32 reason 4:11 statistic 4:20 5:39 brain gym 7:15 8:48 9:00 about exercise heal mental disorder 14:00 16:49:important for future

[@VenessaBobbA2ndVoice]

Thank you!! Local authorities need to take heed about why sports is important!

[@danielpatrickyoung570]

EXCELLENT, THANK YOU VERY MUCH Mr. Taylor!!!

[@jamesbrean8004]

Alls I need is a hug that sums it up for my mental health

[@Fujtajblus]

"What is your favourite type of movement?" - great question. I am also glad he added that we need to start moving, or our children will take the lack of it as a model to follow and it will impact the entire socienty

[@radheshyamdevotion7132]

Great. Movement causes stress and makes us stronger against mental stress.

[@indermohan5618]

Thank you Leon.. I accept the challenge of movement

[@charmaineward8115]

I totally agree with this when I exercise I feel much better. The sea and the outdoors are my outlet or stress release

[@dev46195]

Physical movement is the key. This video surely deserves more views . Such an amazing content.

[@shyaaammeneen63]

Useful information. Be careful what you feed your mind. To feel better reduce negative thoughts. Avoid comparing with others, reduce negative social media and avoid constipation as it affects the mind. Your breathing is closely related to the brain [mind] and gives relief from stress-anxiety. To relax sit on a chair or lie down, neck straight, eyes closed, avoid moving too much and observe the sensations of your incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for 5-10-15 minutes or more. Never meditate with expectations but with awareness. Don’t fight your thoughts. With practice the mind will relax. No deep breathing needed. Observe your breath sensations before sleep, when reading, in the kitchen, when taking a walk etc -----anytime-anywhere. Like me, make this a lifetime habit to have a better life. Best wishes--Counsellor.

[@hellykids]

My movement is badminton. This talk inspired me to take a walk right after it. I suffer from anxiety and now every chance i get im gonna play.

[@leontaylor1360]

What a great movement choice. Go for it

[@charliekey9499]

Fantastic talk. What a great speaker and thanks for sharing your experience. This is a very positive step forward on an issue surrounded in so much negativity.

[@PbnJAMilah]

I have bipolar disorder, and this really inspired me to get up and move around more. For the sake of my daughter I want to be in the best shape as possible mentally and physically.

[@nertoni]

BIG THANKS for making this great video, indeed physical movement is actually the most efficient therapy for our mental health!

[@minniemakes]

I found Crossfit a few years back. I was never an athlete, and I am not a competitor. However, joining crossfit opened my eyes to "movement" what it felt like to work on yourself for one hour out of the day, the natural dopamine / endorphins you experience is utterly amazing. Within the past year I have fallen off my Crossfit journey, and it has been tough getting back on it, but there's no excuse. I must keep pushing forward and get back into exercise. It really does make a huge difference in your life. Everyone has their moments of ups and downs, they may last a couple of days, a few weeks or even a year+, BUT remember... only you can get back the control of your life! No one is going to save you.

[@GaveMeGrace1]

Thank you! My highly energetic toddler loves to run, especially with chase games.

[@janetlee8458]

I needed to hear this speech. I have been so awfully unhappy as if the demon has possessed my soul. I realized i need to stop overthinking that was driving me to insanity and reclaim my mental health by running. I remember i used to run and how it made me feel. Thank you Leon for your wise words

[@halcyon-cg2eb]

Still running?

[@mshell1959]

Thank you very much for this excellent talk Leon. This came to me at just the right time to help me through my depression.

[@tomam6534]

This guy, and this talk made my day!

[@mikec835]

As someone who plays a sport competitively this really helped, I to have forgotten to just smile!

[@leontaylor1360]

It's such a great moment when you realise what's missing and how simple it can be to shift things.

[@logicx9384]

Don't waste your thinking power because your thinking is so powerful only invest it on right place....❤

[@nikhilnath3650]

Very important lesson in life, thank you. The phoenix shall rise

[@lowzhao]

When he started to talked about his friend who started to run, I imagined that person bending down wearing a running shoe, and the excitement and joy of going for the run. That makes me smile. ;)

[@Serve24]

I feel this is too simplistic. I’m a physical therapist, so I absolutely agree with the physiological and psychological effects of exercise. But I’ve also suffered from PTSD, and I can say from experience that exercise alone does not always help. Exercise is an important factor in overcoming mental illness, but therapy and medication are perfectly acceptable and, most of the time, necessary adjuncts.

[@dacentafielda12]

I think a lot of problems can be solved simply. But our brains tell us it's too simple and that solutions have to be complex because we view our problems as complex.

[@serenesongs]

thats the point, he is also an athlelet , so intense activity was always there, its about enjoying an activity.

[@T1337P]

As an OT, I totally agree. I've encountered so many people with sedetary lifestyles and mental illnesses, and just telling them to eat better, and move their body dont do anything. without medications and therapy, they simply dont have the mental energy or motivation to do it. Its a very complex task to help them find their inner motivation and guide them on the right path. especially when most of the mental patiens have very small social networks(or nonexistent) or resources.

[@Ciincnj]

Exactly. He is physically strong to say the least, and it took him a while to get back to normal. Lets picture most mental illness sufferers who face isolation and fatigue among other things on a daily basis. Maybe exercising can do them some good, but they are only able to independently do the exercise only when they're free of most symptoms. That's the paradox!

[@cumbrianhomestead]

Absolutely agree that Movement and exercise (I do not dispute) has been beneficial to one's mental health; you mentioned ADHD but therein lies a very complex set of problems; for example; attention-deficit hyperactivity, dyslexia dyspraxia, dyscalculia and so on; no amount of exercise is going to resolve those issues. To do so in my opinion will involve feelings, thoughts and behaviours and underlying beliefs, values, attitudes and 'rules for living'.

[@juliavaoitamaevamareko4661]

Finding the JOY in every movement.

[@mohammadelhsn]

I totally agree with you! My therapist said that the psychiatrist she used to work with used to prescribe exercise 😭 I think exercise is a great solution but I do also really believe that people would also greatly benefit from the techniques that are learned in CBT. Managing your anxiety, challenging your anxiety. Combined I think they can do wonders!

[@nikosschoolofMentalHealth]

Sure execise is one of the key factors here. We all need to make it a routine.

[@Andi-pp2tg]

Thanks you very much 👍 Mr.Taylor

[@18Bees]

Wow this is one of the best talks I’ve ever listened too!

[@SHANONisRegenerate]

I am always busy working - not always enjoyable but the chores and jobs are quite physical when they all add together. I think the movement alone is enough to keep you pretty much sane. Along with some healthy ways to think about life.

[@Prudence229]

I came here because I’m getting worried about my mental health and this is very helpful

[@YouTherapy]

Thank you for this. I am a psychotherapist and am learning more and more about our body's importance in mental health. There are many empirical studies which show that certain physical behavior can lessen symptoms. Though let's not say this is the only path. There a so many who benefit from learning new ways of thinking, from being supported while sharing their stories, and who yes, report they feel and function much better with medication. This emphasis on movement is incredibly important though, and again I thank you!

[@thinkingofaname6233]

You Therapy psychotherapist. Could you explain your profession to me?

[@fernlulham8837]

Loved this! Convincing on a practical and scientific level. We have to look at alternatives to being on ever longer waiting lists to see so called experts.

[@sheenahana]

Thank you! I accept the challenge. What I liked is find your movement... Thanks

[@thehoangmco]

Swimming is my movement, it makes me happy and I do it as much as I can, thanks so much!

[@leontaylor1360]

Awesome, keep swimming!

[@Toby3610]

Same. Swimming relaxes me.

[@luciamamta]

nice! forgive me for asking but, what happens when you're not swimming, do you then become unhappy or do you like bottle it up until you swim again?

[@thehoangmco]

Lucia Mamta I don’t know what you think about your movements, but in my case, It kind of refresh, more energy and happy.

[@Toby3610]

Swimming is kinda an outlet. I do counseling and meditation too. Each has a different path or effect. Swimming is like my bodies way of doing meditation. It clears my head, gets rid of built up tension and energy and makes my head and heart a bit happier. I don't have to talk or think or be judged. I just do.