"My decision to partner with Larita Academy is driven by a shared belief that true resilience is not just about surviving challenges, but about building the 'hardiness' to thrive through them. Larita Academy provides the essential architecture to apply these principles where they matter most: in the lives of young people. Larita’s data-driven focus on outcomes and moving beyond mere participation to create tangible pathways into employment and entrepreneurship, perfectly aligns with my evidence-based approach to human flourishing. By combining the science of hardiness and peak performance with Larita’s proven framework, we are equipping the next generation with the motivation, confidence, and practical skills required to navigate a challenging world. Together, we aren't just supporting youth; we are building a foundation of lasting change that empowers every young person to take ownership of their future."
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Dr Paul Taylor is a Psychophysiologist, with a PhD in Psychology, separate master's degrees in Exercise Science and Nutrition and a postgraduate qualification in Neuroscience. A former Royal Navy Officer and former Adjunct Professor at University of San Francisco, Paul is a leading expert in hardiness - the cutting-edge science that transforms stress into competitive advantage.
As Director of Paul Taylor Consulting, he delivers keynote talks and hardiness training, leadership and performance workshops to companies such as Oracle, SAP, PWC, NAB, CBA, BUPA & the Australian Military. He has conducted published research that shows that his programs have proven benefits for increasing hardiness, cognitive function and employee wellbeing, whilst reducing burnout across multiple industries.
Paul is the author of the best-selling, multiple award-winning book "Death by Comfort" and has just released his second book, "The Hardiness Effect". Paul also hosts a podcast, Hardiness with Dr Paul Taylor which is in the top 0.5% of all podcasts globally, and has developed a Hardiness app to help people develop this crucial life skill.
He has co-hosted the TV series "Body and Brain Overhaul", appeared regularly on "The Biggest Loser" Australia as a subject matter expert on Biological Age testing, and has been voted Australian Fitness Industry presenter of the year twice.
Paul's high-pressure leadership experience includes roles as Airborne Anti-submarine Warfare Officer and Helicopter Search-And-Rescue Crew Member with the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm. He's undergone rigorous Military Combat Survival training, became a professional boxer in 2012, and in 2021, both Paul and his son Oscar became Australian Karate Champions.
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