Dr. Jim Taylor’s Blog



Welcome to Dr. Jim Taylor’s blog! Its goal is to inspire, inform, and transform with ideas, perspectives, insights, and tools that can change your thinking, your performances, and your life.

2306, 2023

What Happiness Really Is (and How to Experience it)

Happiness is, for many in our culture, the Holy Grail of life. At the same time, is there a personal [...]

1506, 2023

Triathlon Imagery is Your Most Powerful Mental Tool

Triathlon is one of the most difficult sports out there because it is so physically taxing and complex. Unlike most [...]

1306, 2023

I Practice What I Preach: I Escaped from Alcatraz…First

Just a quick follow-up to my last post about my return to the Escape from Alcatraz triathlon after a 15-year [...]

706, 2023

The Power of Patience for Positive Life Change

There are many qualities that are necessary to grow personally and become the best versions of ourselves including motivation, hope, [...]

506, 2023

The Psychology of Sports Technology: BiSaddle Adjustable Bike Saddle

You may be thinking: What does a bike saddle have to do with sports technology? Saddles don’t have computer chips [...]

106, 2023

I Practice What I Preach: Escape from Alcatraz Intimidation & Preparation

Last month, I was fortunate enough to receive a free entry into the iconic Escape from Alcatraz triathlon to be [...]