Healthy Mind, Healthy Life

Avik Chakraborty
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Welcome to Healthy Mind By Avik ™ - ”Healthy Mind, Healthy Life”, a podcast that explores the connection between mental health and overall well-being. Join us each week as we delve into topics related to positive psychology, mindfulness, and personal development, and provide practical tips and strategies for cultivating a healthy and balanced mind.Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? Send Avik a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik

  1. 1h ago

    Finding Joy in Daily Living After Caregiving and Loss With Michael J. Riso

    There is a moment some people reach where the life they planned quietly falls away, and what is left is just this day, this breath, this one ordinary morning. In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Sana sits down with Michael J. Riso, author of Finding Joy in Daily Living, to talk about what it means to keep finding joy and meaning when life does not go the way you wanted it to. Michael, a longtime golf professional, shares his story openly: caring for his wife Nancy through a rapidly progressing illness that was eventually diagnosed as ALS, facing a serious health diagnosis of his own at the same time, and losing Nancy. Out of that chapter came a deepening intuition and a book of 72 short chapters. He talks about responding instead of reacting, finding joy in the smallest things, limiting the noise of media, and getting clarity about what you truly want. This is a personal, heartfelt conversation about grief, caregiving, and choosing to be an uplifting presence. Editorial note: Michael also shares his personal experience and opinions about health, food, and alternative approaches to illness. These are his individual views and are not medical advice or an endorsement of any treatment or product. Please consult a qualified medical professional about any health condition. About the Guest: Michael J. Riso is the author of Finding Joy in Daily Living, a book he began writing after the death of his wife, Nancy, and which grew from an A-to-Z idea into 72 short chapters on themes such as acceptance, bravery, compassion, encouragement, patience, and perseverance. A longtime golf professional, he continues to teach and describes himself as a long-time meditator who lives by intuition and aims to be a source of calm and encouragement for others. His book is expected to be available on Amazon in the coming months. Key Takeaways: Joy is something you create wherever you are. It often lives in small moments, not big events. Responding instead of reacting, even with a smile when the cat misbehaves, can change how a hard day feels. Caregiving can be physically and emotionally overwhelming. Accepting help and building a support system matters. Sudden loss and uncertainty can push us toward our intuition and a deeper sense of purpose. Do your own research, ask questions, and make health decisions that feel right for you, while working with qualified professionals. Clarity starts with introspection. Ask what you truly want, and be willing to seek guidance if you cannot find the answer alone. Limit the noise. Cut back on media and gossip, and surround yourself with people who reflect the life you want. Make room for fear instead of fighting it, and try to meet frustrated people with compassion rather than anger. Connect With Michael J. Riso: Website: Finding Joy in Daily Living  Book: Finding Joy in Daily Living (expected on Amazon in a couple of months) Episode Chapters: 00:00 Finding Joy in the Unremarkable Middle 00:48 Welcome and Meet Michael J. Riso 01:54 What It Really Means to Find Joy 02:56 Joy You Create: Nancy's Illness and a Caregiver's Story 10:12 Taking In a Hard Diagnosis 11:02 Making His Own Choices Through Illness and Loss 21:16 Navigating Health Information and Trust 32:25 Food, Sugar, and Everyday Choices 35:19 Writing the Book: 72 Chapters After Loss 38:41 Making Room for Fear 40:00 Clarity, Less Media, and Who You Surround Yourself With 43:09 Where to Find Michael and His Book 44:43 Closing Reflections Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6500+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact: 💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™ 📧 Email: https://www.podhub.club/contact 🌐 Website: https://www.podhub.club 📍 Based in: India & USA 🎧 Listen to all podcast shows: https://www.podhub.club/podcastnetwork 🤝 Be a guest: https://www.podhub.club/beaguest 📩 Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/   #FindingJoy #Caregiving #Grief #HealthyMindHealthyLife #MentalHealthMatters #Resilience #DailyJoy #Intuition #CaregiverSupport #LossAndHealing #Compassion #Meditation #SimpleJoys #MichaelJRusso #FindingJoyInDailyLiving

  2. 2h ago

    Living in the Present Moment: Awareness and Habits With Billy Mandarino

    Most of us are almost never here. We are a few minutes ahead, rehearsing a conversation that has not happened yet, or a few years back, replaying something we cannot change. In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Sana gets honest about what it really means to live in the present moment, not as a nice idea, but as a daily practice we can return to on the days our minds refuse to slow down. Author, speaker, and musician Billy Mandarino explains why awareness is the first step out of what he calls the inertia of daily life, and why simply hearing "be present" rarely changes anything. He shares the story behind his book The Now-ist, a simple three-step approach to interrupting old habits, a gratitude-and-breath morning ritual, and a bedtime imagination practice using all five senses. The conversation closes with a small, practical doorway back into the now: one conscious breath. About the Guest: Billy Mandarino is an author, speaker, and self-described "Now-ist" who teaches people to become more aware of the gifts in the present moment. He is the author of The Now-ist: Finding the Signs to Your Ultimate Desires in No Time, a spiritual memoir and teaching that he says came through him over nine months at his kitchen table. A lifelong musician, singer, and songwriter, Billy has led a band for around forty years, runs a real estate business, and is developing a feature-length film called For Now, about helping people emerge from trauma. He has given hundreds of talks to audiences ranging from schools to live events and also offers one-on-one coaching. Key Takeaways: Awareness is the first step. Many people live in a stressful inertia, like a car rolling downhill, without noticing the tension in their body, sleep, and stomach. Hearing "be present" is not the same as practicing it. Inspiration from a podcast or video fades unless you interrupt old habits and build new ones. Billy's three steps are: become aware, interrupt the pattern with new habits, and receive by staying with the change instead of returning to the comfortable old way. Habits take time. Billy cites about 66 days of consistent repetition to build a new one, and Sana adds that perfection is not the goal. Start the day with gratitude before your feet hit the floor: hand on your heart, a few breaths, then water and a short meditation, instead of reaching for the phone or the news. Be mindful of how you end the day too. What we ruminate on at bedtime can affect how restful our sleep feels. Imagination and a childlike sense of whimsy can help loosen the grip of the serious, physical-time grind. Reconnecting with your inner child can be a gentle place to start. In Billy's bedtime practice, you imagine something you want, such as playing guitar, using all five senses. He shares this as a personal practice and belief, not a guaranteed result. Billy's view of manifestation is that we do not attract what we want, we attract what we are. Sana notes the mindset and psychology involved, and that action still matters. A simple doorway back into the present: N-O-W spelled backward is W-O-N. Take one conscious breath in one moment to interrupt stress and win your presence back. Connect With Billy Mandarino: Website: https://www.billymandarino.com/  Book: The Now-ist: Finding the Signs to Your Ultimate Desires in No Time Film: For Now (in development; details on his website) Episode Chapters: 00:00 Why We Are Almost Never Here 01:07 Welcome and Meet Billy Mandarino 03:43 Why Our Minds Run on Inertia 07:09 The Story Behind The Now-ist 09:40 When Presence Becomes a Wellness Cliche 11:16 Interrupting Habits With Morning and Evening Rituals 16:11 Imagination, Whimsy, and Your Inner Child 20:25 The Guitar Practice: Imagining With All Five Senses 25:45 Rethinking Manifestation: You Attract What You Are 28:37 A Simple Doorway Into the Present Moment 32:26 Where to Find Billy and His Film 33:39 Closing Reflections   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6500+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact: 💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™ 📧 Email: https://www.podhub.club/contact 🌐 Website: https://www.podhub.club 📍 Based in: India & USA 🎧 Listen to all podcast shows: https://www.podhub.club/podcastnetwork 🤝 Be a guest: https://www.podhub.club/beaguest 📩 Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/   #PresentMoment #Mindfulness #Awareness #LivingInTheNow #TheNowist #HealthyMindHealthyLife #MorningRoutine #HabitChange #MentalHealthMatters #Gratitude #Breathwork #InnerChild #StressRelief #BillyMandarino #BeHere

  3. 23h ago

    Year-End Reflection Before Goal Setting: The Janus Plan With Jobert Abueva

    Every new year we make the same promise. We buy the planner, set the goals, and charge forward with our eyes on the horizon, because that is what winners are supposed to do. But there is a quiet cost to running forward with your head turned away from where you have been. In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Sana talks with author and former global marketing executive Jobert Abueva about why honest reflection is not the opposite of ambition, and how the past can become a compass instead of a cage. Jobert shares the story of his own burnout and breakdown at the height of a high-flying career, and introduces step one of his Janus Plan: ponder the past. They explore simple ways to look back without getting stuck there, including writing about the year, reviewing the "artifacts" on your phone and calendar, and listing the good, the bad, and the ugly. Jobert also explains why Janus, the Roman god of thresholds who looks both backward and forward, became a symbol for a life full of beginnings and endings. About the Guest: Jobert E. Abueva is an author, speaker, and former global marketing executive who spent years opening new markets for products in the beauty care industry. Born in the Philippines and raised in Nepal, Thailand, and Japan, he developed an early understanding of life's beginnings and endings. He is the author of The Janus Plan: A No-Resolutions Path to Begin Your Year with Intention, a reflection-first approach to goal setting, and the memoir Boy Wander: A Coming of Age Memoir. Jobert has practiced his own year-end reflection ritual since the mid-1990s. Key Takeaways: Goal setting is not only forward-facing. Honest reflection on the past year helps you choose better goals before you chase them. Success that looks good from the outside can hide misalignment on the inside. Pay attention to signals from your body, mind, and soul before burnout forces you to stop. Step one of the Janus Plan is to ponder the past: review the luminous moments, the losses, and the lessons of the year. Writing down what is taking up mental space helps you see it clearly before you try to solve it. Use the artifacts you already have, like photos, social media, calendars, and diaries, to audit what mattered and what wasted your time. Try the good, the bad, and the ugly exercise. List the wins, the disappointments, and the things you regret or cringe over, then live with them for a while. Looking back is meant to teach, not to indict. Past experiences, even difficult ones, can uncover opportunities and perspectives you would not otherwise have found. Threshold moments such as a new year, a new job, a new relationship, or retirement are sacred chances to honor what has passed before moving ahead. The Janus Plan has six steps. Step one is to ponder the past and step two is to frame the future. Connect With Jobert Abueva: Website: https://joberteabueva.com Book: The Janus Plan: A No-Resolutions Path to Begin Your Year with Intention LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jobertabueva Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joberteabueva Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jobert_abueva Episode Chapters: 00:00 Why Looking Back Matters Before Moving Forward 01:17 Welcome and Meet Jobert Abueva 03:48 The Misconception About Goal Setting and Progress 06:17 A Burnout and Breakdown in a Hong Kong Hotel Room 09:02 Sana's Own Story of Burnout After the Pandemic 10:26 Write It Down: Lessons From the Past Year 12:47 Why Pondering the Past Supports Your Well-Being 14:34 Looking Back Without Fear of Failure 16:06 The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Exercise 18:32 The Story Behind the Janus Plan 22:52 Beginnings, Endings, and Sacred Threshold Moments 24:23 Where to Find Jobert and His Book 26:14 Closing Reflections Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6500+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact: 💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™ 📧 Email: https://www.podhub.club/contact 🌐 Website: https://www.podhub.club 📍 Based in: India & USA 🎧 Listen to all podcast shows: https://www.podhub.club/podcastnetwork 🤝 Be a guest: https://www.podhub.club/beaguest 📩 Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/   #YearEndReflection #GoalSetting #NewYearIntentions #TheJanusPlan #NoResolutions #BurnoutRecovery #HealthyMindHealthyLife #SelfReflection #PersonalGrowth #MentalHealthMatters #Journaling #LifeTransitions #MindfulLiving #JobertAbueva #PonderThePast

  4. 1d ago

    Your Body Remembers Stress: How to Regulate Your Nervous System | Duncan Rich

    What if your body has been signaling stress for years, but you've been too busy to notice? Many of us try to manage stress, anxiety and emotional overwhelm by thinking harder, staying productive or pushing through discomfort. But what happens when those familiar strategies stop working? In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Nazish welcomes Duncan Rich, a practitioner working in somatic awareness, men's personal development and nervous system regulation, for a conversation about reconnecting with the body and understanding our responses to stress. Duncan shares how his fast-paced life in cities including New York, Boston and Hong Kong kept him constantly moving. When he relocated to the quiet Catskill Mountains, he began confronting emotions and experiences that had previously been overshadowed by busyness. That experience eventually led him to somatic men's work, an approach that emphasizes slowing down, noticing physical sensations, exploring emotions and developing greater awareness of habitual reactions. Together, Nazish and Duncan explore how stress, cultural expectations and past experiences can shape the way we respond to everyday situations. Duncan explains why men may find emotional vulnerability particularly challenging, how physical awareness can support self-understanding and why knowing something intellectually is not always the same as changing a deeply familiar response. The conversation also examines the distinction between reacting automatically and responding with greater awareness, using practical examples of fear, stress and emotional triggers. Duncan discusses the value of community, somatic training and developing new patterns of emotional expression that can influence relationships, families and communities. The central message: Your body deserves your attention, not just your endurance. Learning to notice its signals may help you develop a more intentional relationship with stress, emotions and everyday life. This episode is for anyone interested in somatic awareness, men's mental health, emotional resilience and the connection between physical sensations and psychological wellbeing. About Duncan Rich: Duncan Rich is a somatic practitioner and men's personal development facilitator associated with MELD Community. Drawing on his own experience of moving from a high-pressure urban lifestyle toward deeper self-exploration, Duncan works with men to develop body awareness, emotional expression and more intentional responses to stress. In the interview, he describes MELD's offerings as including men's groups, community programs, online and in-person training, and somatic-method training for therapists and coaches. Connect with Duncan: https://meld.community/  Key Takeaways: Stress is not only a thinking experience. It can involve physical sensations, emotions and behavioral responses. Constant busyness can become a way of avoiding discomfort. Slowing down may bring previously overlooked feelings into awareness. Somatic awareness begins with noticing. Paying attention to physical sensations can help people recognize their reactions. Men may face particular barriers to emotional expression. Cultural expectations can discourage vulnerability and help-seeking. Understanding a reaction is not always enough to change it. Practicing new responses may be necessary. Past experiences can influence present reactions. Familiar situations may activate fear or stress associated with earlier events. Responding differs from reacting. Awareness can create an opportunity to consider what is happening before acting. Discomfort may arise during self-exploration. Body-focused practices should be approached at a manageable pace. Nervous system regulation is a practice, not simply a concept. Duncan emphasizes experiential learning. Community can support personal development. Men's groups may offer opportunities for connection and emotional expression. Personal growth can influence relationships. Changes in communication and emotional awareness may affect families and communities. Reconnecting with the body can be gradual. Curiosity, patience and appropriate support are more useful than forcing an emotional breakthrough.   Chapters:   00:05 Why we ignore the body's stress signals 00:44 Welcome to Healthy Mind, Healthy Life 01:32 When Duncan Rich began listening to his body 01:44 From city life to the quiet Catskills 06:55 Why somatic awareness matters for men 09:21 The difference between body awareness and overthinking 13:47 Why reconnecting with the body can feel uncomfortable 16:17 Talking about regulation versus experiencing it 18:25 Why insight alone may not change stress responses 21:54 Practicing new emotional and behavioral patterns 24:38 Where to connect with Duncan Rich 24:51 MELD Community and somatic men's work 25:58 Final reflections on reconnecting with your body   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6500+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact: 💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™ 📧 Email: https://www.podhub.club/contact 🌐 Website: https://www.podhub.club 📍 Based in: India & USA 🎧 Listen to all podcast shows: https://www.podhub.club/podcastnetwork 🤝 Be a guest: https://www.podhub.club/beaguest 📩 Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/   #HealthyMindHealthyLife #DuncanRich #MELDCommunity #NervousSystemRegulation #SomaticAwareness #MensMentalHealth #MindBodyConnection #EmotionalRegulation #StressManagement #SomaticPractices #EmotionalResilience #MentalWellbeing #HealthyMindByAvik #Podhub

  5. 2d ago

    Why Male Survivors Stay Silent About Abuse | Liana Lucine

    What happens when a man experiences abuse, harassment or sexual assault—but feels that society will never take his pain seriously? In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Rashmeet welcomes Liana Lucine, a former London Metropolitan Police officer, trainer and advocate for male survivors, for an important conversation about trauma, silence, shame and the barriers men face when seeking support. Drawing on her experience training police recruits and specialist units, Liana describes noticing a troubling pattern: training materials frequently portrayed women as victims and men as perpetrators, despite the wider range of experiences officers encountered in real life. She also recalls men approaching her privately to share their own experiences of abuse, assault and harassment. Some had previously been laughed at, dismissed or told they should have enjoyed what happened. The conversation explores how cultural expectations around masculinity can make it difficult for male survivors to acknowledge their experiences, express vulnerability or ask for help. Liana discusses the emotional consequences of silence, including shame, anxiety, depression and the fear of being judged. She also explains why anger can sometimes be an overlooked sign of depression in men. Most importantly, she offers compassionate starting points for survivors: acknowledging what happened, releasing self-blame, learning about trauma and finding someone trustworthy who will listen without judgment. The central message: Men can experience abuse and assault. Their experiences deserve to be taken seriously, and they should never have to earn the right to be heard. About Liana Lucine: Liana Lucine is an advocate for male survivors of abuse, harassment and sexual assault. In the interview, she describes her previous career as an officer and trainer with London's Metropolitan Police, where she taught subjects including domestic abuse, sexual assault and harassment. Her experiences highlighted gaps in how male victims were represented and discussed in professional training, inspiring her advocacy for greater awareness, recognition and compassion. Her work emphasizes validating survivors' experiences, challenging harmful stereotypes and creating safer opportunities for men to seek support. Key Takeaways: Men can be victims of domestic abuse, harassment and sexual assault, regardless of the perpetrator's gender. Cultural expectations that men must always be strong can discourage disclosure and help-seeking. Dismissing or laughing at a survivor's experience can deepen shame and isolation. Male survivors may fear ridicule, relationship consequences or damage to their reputation. Survivors do not have to share their stories before they feel ready. Acknowledging an experience privately can be a meaningful first step for some survivors. Hearing other survivors' stories may help people feel recognized and less alone. Anger or irritability can sometimes accompany depression, although they are not diagnostic on their own. Partners, friends and colleagues can help by demonstrating empathy and respecting boundaries. Survivors may experience anxiety, nightmares, flashbacks or other trauma-related difficulties. Self-blame is common after traumatic experiences, but responsibility lies with the person who caused the harm. Professional, trauma-informed support can be helpful when someone is ready to seek it. Survivors deserve compassion regardless of whether they report their experience or disclose it publicly.       Connect with the Guest: https://www.lucinetraining.co.uk/  Instagram YouTube Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6500+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact: 💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™ 📧 Email: https://www.podhub.club/contact 🌐 Website: https://www.podhub.club 📍 Based in: India & USA 🎧 Listen to all podcast shows: https://www.podhub.club/podcastnetwork 🤝 Be a guest: https://www.podhub.club/beaguest 📩 Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/   #HealthyMindHealthyLife #LianaLucine #MaleSurvivors #MensMentalHealth #MaleAbuseSurvivors #SexualAssaultAwareness #DomesticAbuseAwareness #TraumaAwareness #BreakTheSilence #EndTheStigma #SurvivorSupport #MentalHealthAwareness #HealthyMindByAvik #Podhub

  6. 2d ago

    Why Women Feel Guilty Putting Themselves First | Rashi Kaur - The Joy Consultant

    What happens when you've spent your entire life taking care of everyone else—only to realize you've forgotten how to take care of yourself? In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Rashmeet speaks with Rashi Kaur, the founder of The Joy Consultancy, known online as The Joy Consultant, about women's self-worth, guilt, motherhood, cultural expectations and the emotional cost of constantly putting yourself last. Rashi shares how a health scare forced her to question the life she'd built around caring for her children, husband, mother and everyone else who depended on her. Growing up in a Punjabi family, she recalls the expectations placed on girls from an early age: helping, caregiving, keeping everyone happy and learning to prioritize other people's needs. As an adult, she realized that fulfilling those expectations had gradually distanced her from her own happiness. The conversation explores the fear many women experience when they begin setting boundaries. Will their marriage change? Will their family understand? Will friends judge them? For Rashi, those fears did not unfold as expected. She describes her husband becoming one of her biggest supporters and her family benefiting from the changes she made. She also shares practical ways to begin reclaiming joy: spending five to ten minutes alone in silence, choosing one meaningful activity, returning to forgotten interests and speaking openly with loved ones about personal needs. The central message: Taking care of yourself doesn't have to mean caring less about the people you love. About the Guest: Rashi Kaur is the founder of The Joy Consultancy, a business focused on helping women reconnect with joy, personal agency and the freedom to prioritize their own wellbeing. She describes her own journey from years of caregiving and people-pleasing toward greater self-awareness, self-compassion and intentional living. Her work encourages women to question inherited expectations, release guilt and rediscover the interests and experiences that make them feel like themselves. She also offers a Going First Quiz through her website to help women reflect on where they are in that process. Key Takeaways: Putting everyone else first can gradually disconnect women from their own interests, happiness and identity. Family and cultural expectations can teach girls to associate caregiving with their personal worth. Being the eldest daughter may involve pressure to keep others happy and manage their emotions. A health scare prompted Rashi to reconsider how she was prioritizing herself. Guilt and shame can persist even after women recognize that their needs matter. Choosing yourself doesn't necessarily mean abandoning your responsibilities. Supportive partners and family members may respond positively when they understand the changes you're making. The guest recommends starting with five to ten minutes of quiet time each day. Instead of changing everything at once, choose one activity that brings you joy. Movement, yoga, painting, singing or even an uninterrupted cup of tea can be meaningful starting points. Working mothers may experience guilt even when their professional lives bring them fulfillment. Communicating your needs can help loved ones understand your decisions. Reconnecting with childhood interests may help you rediscover parts of yourself you've neglected. Self-care is not a guarantee that relationships will improve, but it can create opportunities for healthier conversations and boundaries. Connect with the guest: Instagram LinkedIn https://www.thejoyconsultant.co/    Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6500+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact: 💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™ 📧 Email: https://www.podhub.club/contact 🌐 Website: https://www.podhub.club 📍 Based in: India & USA 🎧 Listen to all podcast shows: https://www.podhub.club/podcastnetwork 🤝 Be a guest: https://www.podhub.club/beaguest 📩 Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/   #HealthyMindHealthyLife #TheJoyConsultant #PuttingYourselfFirst #SelfCare #SelfCareGuilt #WomensMentalHealth #WomenEmpowerment #SelfWorth #PeoplePleasing #Motherhood #WorkingMoms #SelfCompassion #FindingJoy #HealthyMindByAvik #Podhub

  7. 3d ago

    Fathers Don’t Have a Motivation Problem. They Have a Structure Problem. | Tyler McAdams

    What if the reason you're struggling as a father isn't because you lack motivation, discipline or strength? What if your life simply doesn't have enough structure underneath it? In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, Rashmeet sits down with Tyler McAdams for an honest conversation about fatherhood, mental health, exhaustion, divorce, identity and the quiet pressure many men carry without talking about it. Tyler works with fathers who feel overwhelmed, directionless or disappointed in themselves. His central argument is simple: when life becomes emotionally, mentally or financially chaotic, motivation becomes unreliable. Structure—routines, accountability, boundaries, clarity and consistent actions—is what can keep you moving. Pasted text But structure doesn't mean turning your life into a perfectly color-coded calendar. Tyler talks about simplifying instead: identifying what kind of life you actually want, choosing a few important things to accomplish each day, building routines that stabilize you, and recognizing your wins instead of ending every day focused on everything you didn't finish. He also speaks candidly about divorce and separation, the temptation to stay trapped in the past, and why fathers sometimes need time to breathe before they're ready to rebuild. And when the routine inevitably falls apart? Tyler's message is that you haven't returned to zero. Go back to what worked, reconnect with supportive people and rebuild from experience rather than shame. Pasted text For the father sitting alone wondering whether he is the problem, this conversation offers another possibility: Maybe you don't need more motivation. Maybe you need a life that makes it easier to become the father—and the man—you're trying to be. About Tyler McAdams: Tyler McAdams works with fathers navigating personal rebuilding, structure, accountability and life after difficult transitions. Drawing partly from his own experience with divorce and separation, Tyler discusses helping men create clearer routines, rebuild confidence and surround themselves with supportive people. He also references his Hero Circle community as a place where fathers can find accountability and connection. Tyler says his primary online hub is Inspiring Father on Instagram, with the same handle on Facebook and TikTok.  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/inspiringfather  Key Takeaways: Many exhausted fathers may mistake a lack of structure for a lack of motivation. Trying to fix everything at once can create even more stress. Tyler encourages fathers to simplify instead of continually adding more. Motivation can disappear when life becomes emotionally, financially or mentally chaotic. Structure can include routines, accountability, emotional regulation, standards and purpose. Saying no to things that don't fit the life you're building can be part of creating structure. Your system should fit your actual life rather than forcing you into someone else's productivity method. Tyler recommends choosing roughly three to five important tasks rather than creating an overwhelming daily list. Pasted text Record your wins instead of ending every day measuring only what remains unfinished. Before building a system, get clear about the life you actually want. Tyler describes this as performing a kind of life audit. Fathers going through divorce or separation may need some space before immediately trying to rebuild everything. If months pass and the same painful patterns continue, seeking appropriate support may help. When your system falls apart, you don't necessarily need to start again from zero. Go back to the routines and actions that previously helped. Community and accountability can matter when consistency becomes difficult. Emotional openness isn't weakness. Fathers don't have to carry difficult seasons entirely by themselves. Chapters: 00:05 The quiet exhaustion many fathers carry 00:43 Welcome to Healthy Mind, Healthy Life 01:24 Meet Tyler McAdams 01:42 What does peace look like for a father? 02:42 Why fathers quietly believe they're failing 03:22 Trying to fix everything at once 04:53 Living in the past after loss and separation 06:23 Motivation problem vs. structure problem 07:32 Why motivation disappears when life gets chaotic 08:52 How to know when you need more structure 10:51 What a badly structured week actually looks like 11:26 Tyler's personal daily structure 14:07 Structure doesn't mean a perfect calendar 14:39 Start with clarity and a life audit 16:45 When does a father need time to fall apart? 16:57 Divorce, separation and knowing when to seek support 18:50 What happens when your system collapses? 19:50 You don't have to restart from zero 21:42 A message for the father who thinks he's the problem 21:59 Men, emotions and asking for help 23:20 Where to connect with Tyler McAdams 23:56 You are exhausted—not failing   Safety Note: The episode briefly discusses suicide among men. Tyler encourages struggling men to talk about their emotions and seek help rather than remaining isolated.   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6500+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact: 💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™ 📧 Email: https://www.podhub.club/contact 🌐 Website: https://www.podhub.club 📍 Based in: India & USA 🎧 Listen to all podcast shows: https://www.podhub.club/podcastnetwork 🤝 Be a guest: https://www.podhub.club/beaguest 📩 Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/   #HealthyMindHealthyLife #TylerMcAdams #Fatherhood #FathersMentalHealth #MensMentalHealth #DadLife #FatherhoodJourney #Parenting #DivorcedDads #SingleDads #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #EmotionalHealth #InspiringFather #HealthyMindByAvik

  8. 3d ago

    Healing Is a Path, Not a Finish Line | Brian Nugent

    What if healing isn't a destination you finally reach, but a relationship you slowly rebuild with yourself? In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, RA Smith speaks with Brian Nugent about patience, resilience, empathy and the everyday work of becoming well from within. Pasted text Brian shares the life-threatening health crisis that changed his perspective at 32. He recounts being diagnosed with peritonitis and septic shock and spending 18 days in hospital. He says the recovery that followed required extraordinary patience, including a highly restrictive diet that he describes maintaining for three years. Pasted text That experience becomes the foundation for a broader conversation about healing. Brian argues that people often make the mistake of postponing happiness until they reach some imagined finish line. Instead, he encourages recognizing the smaller steps: starting today, making a healthier choice today, building a meaningful connection today or simply moving one step closer to where you want to be. When someone feels exhausted or hopeless, Brian's first response isn't to immediately give them a solution. It's empathy. His coaching framework begins by meeting someone where they are, understanding where they want to go, honestly identifying where they are now, and then gradually working on the gap between those two points. And when setbacks happen? Brian's message is equally important: progress doesn't require perfection. What matters is knowing that support doesn't disappear precisely when life becomes difficult. About Brian Nugent: Brian Nugent describes himself in the episode as a mental-therapy coach whose work focuses on helping people improve their wellbeing through practical lifestyle, mindset and coaching approaches. He says much of his work involves high-achieving women and people dealing with exhaustion and burnout. His website also provides information about his programs and a burnout assessment. Pasted text Key Takeaways: Healing doesn't need to be treated as a finish line. Small improvements deserve recognition even when there's still a long way to go. Brian believes healing is about the path and the stepping stones, not simply arriving at a final version of yourself. His own health crisis taught him the importance of patience. When someone is overwhelmed, immediately giving advice may not be what they need first. Empathy comes before problem-solving in Brian's coaching approach. Ask where someone wants to go, but also honestly establish where they are right now. The work then becomes gradually closing the gap between those two points. Setbacks don't automatically invalidate previous progress. Support can matter most when someone is struggling, not when everything is going well. Brian uses parenting as an analogy: showing up during difficult moments can communicate that support isn't conditional. Daily choices around movement, sleep, stress, connection and wellbeing can become part of a longer healing process. Chapters: 00:00 When the life you're living no longer feels right 00:47 Welcome to Healthy Mind, Healthy Life 01:31 Meet Brian Nugent 02:01 Brian's morning routine: prayer, yoga and movement 02:52 The life experience that changed everything 03:31 Brian's health crisis at 32 05:58 Peritonitis, septic shock and facing mortality 07:24 An 18-day hospital stay and the beginning of recovery 08:28 Looking back at your younger self with compassion 09:21 The patience Brian discovered through recovery 11:22 The biggest misconception about healing 11:52 Why healing is a path, not a destination 14:03 Where do you begin when your mind doesn't feel like home? 14:35 Why empathy should come before solutions 15:55 Where do you want to be? 16:20 Where are you right now? 16:45 Closing the gap one step at a time 17:10 What happens when old patterns return? 17:59 Why setbacks are part of being human 18:45 Supporting someone when they're struggling 20:24 Where to connect with Brian Nugent 21:13 A closing reflection on coming back to yourself   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6500+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact: 💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™ 📧 Email: https://www.podhub.club/contact 🌐 Website: https://www.podhub.club 📍 Based in: India & USA 🎧 Listen to all podcast shows: https://www.podhub.club/podcastnetwork 🤝 Be a guest: https://www.podhub.club/beaguest 📩 Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ #HealthyMindHealthyLife #BrianNugent #HealingJourney #EmotionalHealing #MentalHealth #MentalWellness #SelfCompassion #Resilience #Empathy #Burnout #PersonalGrowth #HealingMindset #InnerHealing #Wellbeing #HealthyMindByAvik

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Welcome to Healthy Mind By Avik ™ - ”Healthy Mind, Healthy Life”, a podcast that explores the connection between mental health and overall well-being. Join us each week as we delve into topics related to positive psychology, mindfulness, and personal development, and provide practical tips and strategies for cultivating a healthy and balanced mind.Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? Send Avik a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik

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