Tales With Taylor

Date 11-10-2026

Episode 97:

David Medansky

Sustainable Weight Loss, a Healthier Mindset & Everyday Wellness

Taylor sits down with Mike Jones, a father of two, former athlete, ASU graduate, and loan officer with eight years of experience.

Mike shares lessons from navigating career changes, building relationships, helping people understand the mortgage process, and learning how small daily decisions can create major changes over time. From letting kids enjoy their childhood to becoming more intentional about your own goals, Mike offers practical advice for anyone looking to make meaningful progress in life.

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Changing careers, raising a family, building financial stability, and pursuing your goals all require one thing: intentional action.

What You’ll Learn in Episode 97

↪ Practical habits that can support healthier weight management
↪ Why sustainable lifestyle changes matter more than temporary diets
↪ How eating slowly can help you recognize fullness and avoid overeating
↪ Why body composition, energy, and how your clothes fit can tell you more than the scale
↪ How your mindset influences your health and daily decisions
↪ Why being open to honest feedback can help you grow
↪ Seven simple daily tasks to support a healthier lifestyle
↪ How organizations can build more sustainable employee wellness systems

Our Guest: David Medansky

David Medansky is the Founder of LIFE 42 Wellness, an employee wellness system focused on helping organizations reduce absenteeism, burnout, and turnover through simple, proven concepts.

His personal health transformation began at age 61 after a serious health wake-up call motivated him to rethink his daily habits. He lost 50 pounds in four months and continued pursuing new challenges, including hiking Mount Kilimanjaro at age 67.

David is also an award-winning international bestselling author and speaker. Through his work, he encourages individuals to take ownership of their health, develop sustainable habits, and create lasting lifestyle changes.