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
They talk about suicide due to ‘mental health’, but what they don’t say is that the drugs that psychiatry use on people with mental health cause you to be even more depressed and in turn increases the chances of suicide.
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You’ve got the power to take control of your mind and your life. Mental strength isn’t about avoiding stress—it’s about facing it, moving your body, and sharpening your focus. Every step you take, every movement you make, is a victory for your mental health. Stay consistent, stay strong, and keep rising above.
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It’s inspiring to see athletes highlight wellness. Physical movement is a proven way to reset both body and mind, as his experience shows. ✨