Inner Peace, Better Health

In this deeply honest episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya is joined by Robert B. Foster—coach, speaker, and host of Shut Up and Grind, a podcast with over 360 episodes featuring stories of resilience, pain, and personal power. Robert shares his own powerful journey of being told he'd never run again after a knee injury, only to defy that narrative and reclaim his body and mindset. Together, Shreya and Robert unpack why storytelling is a vital tool for healing, how pain can transform into purpose, and the subtle difference between grinding with purpose versus escaping through hustle. This conversation is a powerful reminder that inner peace isn’t the absence of pain—it’s ownership of our truth. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating shame, self-doubt, or burnout. Whether your story is quiet or chaotic, it matters—and Robert shows you how to own it. About the Guest: Robert B. Foster is a motivational coach, keynote speaker, and the creator of Shut Up and Grind, a podcast that highlights the triumphs behind the trauma. With over 360 interviews from across the globe, Robert helps people harness their personal stories to reclaim clarity, strength, and self-worth. His work is grounded in lived experience, real talk, and radical honesty. Key Takeaways : Storytelling is a path to self-worth—not just a form of connection, but a method of emotional release and clarity. Robert’s life shifted after being told he'd never run again. Instead of accepting a single opinion, he redefined his future through mindset, intention, and daily action. He emphasizes that owning your story starts with acceptance—not fixing the past, but learning from it. Personal narratives don't need to be tragic to be powerful. Every story holds meaning, especially when rooted in purpose. The biggest shift comes when we speak from scars, not wounds—allowing us to turn trauma into transformation. Robert also speaks about creating a course to help veterans heal through storytelling, inspired by witnessing his father confront his PTSD just before passing. Whether you're recovering from grief, illness, or emotional burnout—healing begins when you say, "I'm done with this." Connect with Robert B. Foster: Website: www.robertbfoster.com Instagram: robert_b_foster Podcast: Shut Up and Grind (Available on all major podcast platforms) 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 CHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST: Tune in to all our 19 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind OUR SERVICES Business Podcast Management – https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/corporatepodcasting/ Individual Podcast Management – https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/Podcasting/ Share Your Story With the World – https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/shareyourstory STAY TUNED AND FOLLOW US! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Medium – https://medium.com/@contentbyavik Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.com/Avikpodhealth/ SHARE YOUR REVIEW Leave a Google Review – https://www.podpage.com/bizblend/reviews/new/ Share a video testimonial – https://famewall.healthymindbyavik.com/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #MentalHealthAwareness #StorytellingAsMedicine #PodcastLife #MindfulnessMatters #VoicesOfUnity #HealingThroughStories #SelfWorth #GriefHealing #PTSDRecovery #veteranstories #podcastshow #fyp #trending #youtube #podcastepisode #mentalhealth #innerpeace

In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya speaks with Douglas Ell, MIT-trained mathematician, theoretical scientist, attorney, and author of Counting to God. Once a staunch atheist, Douglas shares his compelling journey of reconciling science and faith and how this exploration brought him lasting peace. The conversation dives into DNA as digital code, the profound probabilities of life forming by chance, and how modern scientific discoveries point toward intelligent design. Douglas also opens up about how his faith transformed his relationships, mindset, and overall well-being. If you’ve ever felt torn between logic and belief, this episode offers a fresh perspective that may inspire you to rethink what’s possible. About the Guest: Douglas Ell is a mathematician, scientist, and attorney whose unique career path led him from skepticism to faith. He is the author of Counting to God and the graphic novel The God Proofs, which simplify complex scientific concepts and their connection to spirituality. Douglas dedicates his work to helping others find evidence-based reasons to believe in a higher power. Key Takeaways: Modern science, especially discoveries around DNA and the fine-tuning of the universe, can complement and even support belief in God. Inner peace is not found in material success but in aligning life with deeper purpose and gratitude. Intellectual courage is about questioning assumptions and seeking truth even when it challenges societal norms. Science and faith do not have to be in conflict; rather, they can offer a fuller picture of reality when understood together. Building a life centered on faith can reshape priorities, relationships, and personal well-being. How to Connect with Douglas Ell: Website: www.countingtogod.com Email: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik CHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST: Tune to all our 19 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind OUR SERVICES Business Podcast Management Individual Podcast Management Share Your Story With World STAY TUNED AND FOLLOW US! • Medium • YouTube • Instagram • Facebook • LinkedIn Page • LinkedIn • Twitter • Pinterest SHARE YOUR REVIEW Google Review Video Testimonial #podmatch #healthymind #mentalhealthawareness #scienceandfaith #podcastinglife #spirituality #wellbeing #DNA #CountingToGod #innerpeace

In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, we sit down with Dr. Len Lopez, a leading fitness innovator and creator of the “Five Steps a Day” method. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Len shares how sustainable transformation begins with small, consistent actions across five key areas: sleep, think, eat, physical, and spirit. We explore how mindset and movement work in harmony, the real reason people struggle with habit-building, and why the gut—not your gym routine—might be the most overlooked area of health. Dr. Len also reveals how his simple daily steps evolved into a powerful visual habit-tracking app designed to help anyone move from stuck to steady progress. This is an unfiltered, practical conversation about health, mindset, and the habits that matter. About the Guest Dr. Len Lopez is a nutrition expert, fitness product innovator, and creator of the Five Steps a Day method and app. With decades of experience in clinical practice, media, and product development, he focuses on simplifying wellness by merging body, mind, and spirit into a unified framework for transformation. Key Takeaways This episode breaks down a practical framework for holistic well-being that avoids trends and focuses on what truly works: The Five Steps a Day method stands for Sleep, Think, Eat, Physical, and Spirit—each a pillar for daily action. Dr. Len emphasizes that transformation begins not in intensity, but in consistency—doing small things daily that compound over time. Many people are eating “healthy” but failing to digest properly due to chronic stress and rushed eating habits. Positive thoughts before sleep can shape your subconscious and set you up for success the next day. Your mindset is either your greatest tool or your biggest sabotage. We replay negative thoughts by default, so conscious input is key. His new app, Five Steps a Day, helps people track these habits in real time and build self-accountability visually. Connect with Dr. Len Lopez Website & App: https://fivestepsaday.com Available on Apple & Google Play: Five Steps a Day Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch: DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik CHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST Tune into all our 19 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind OUR SERVICES Business Podcast Management - https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/corporatepodcasting/ Individual Podcast Management - https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/Podcasting/ Share Your Story With World - https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/shareyourstory STAY TUNED AND FOLLOW US! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Medium – https://medium.com/@contentbyavik Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.com/Avikpodhealth/ SHARE YOUR REVIEW Google Review - https://www.podpage.com/bizblend/reviews/new/ Video Testimonial - https://famewall.healthymindbyavik.com/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #MentalHealthAwareness #PodcastLife #HealthyMindByAvik #MindfulnessMatters #HolisticHealth #FiveStepsADay #SelfCare #FitnessAndMindset #HabitChange #TransformYourLife #guthealth #mindbodyspirit #podcastshow #newpodcast #nutritiontips #dailyhabits #wellbeingjourney #foryou #trending #inspiration #positivity #success

In this no-fluff episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with powerhouse leadership coach and motivational speaker Tony Schmaltz, creator of Wake the Bleep Up. From losing everything twice to building a thriving life through radical self-ownership, Tony shares practical steps to break free from autopilot living. This episode is a bold reminder that everything is a choice—your thoughts, your actions, and your results. Tony shares tools to shift from burnout to breakthrough, victimhood to leadership, and fear to empowered action. Whether you're a parent, professional, or caregiver running on empty, this is your wake-up call to own your life and lead it with purpose. About the Guest: Tony Schmaltz is a transformational leadership coach, speaker, and creator of the Wake the Bleep Up brand. Known for his raw honesty and empowering mindset strategies, Tony helps individuals and teams reclaim control, beat burnout, and lead with clarity and confidence. His teachings center on one core truth—ownership changes everything. Key Takeaways : Ownership is Everything: Tony emphasizes that your life is the sum of your choices. Every reaction, every habit, every mindset is a conscious decision. Radical Acceptance vs. Forgiveness: Rather than self-blame or guilt, Tony urges listeners to practice total acceptance, which opens the door for growth. Start Small, Move Big: If you're overwhelmed, take one small action. Action builds momentum, motivation follows. Burnout Prevention: Success professionally means little if you're drained personally. Create balance by applying leadership skills at home. Language Shapes Reality: Negative self-talk leads to negative results. Tony teaches how to shift internal dialogue into empowering beliefs. Say No Without Guilt: People-pleasing is often rooted in fear. Saying no can be an act of self-respect and strength. Rest Is a Right, Not a Luxury: Especially for caregivers and parents, learning to rest without guilt can lead to emotional and physical renewal. The Power of Average Days: You don’t need every day to be exceptional—consistency beats burnout. Connect with the Guest: Visit: www.tonyschmaltz.com Take Tony’s Free Burnout Assessment and explore his leadership tools. Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik CHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST: Tune to all our 19 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind OUR SERVICES Business Podcast Management – https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/corporatepodcasting/ Individual Podcast Management – https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/Podcasting/ Share Your Story With World – https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/shareyourstory STAY TUNED AND FOLLOW US! • YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod • Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod • Medium – https://medium.com/@contentbyavik • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind • LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster • Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.com/Avikpodhealth/ SHARE YOUR REVIEW Share your Google Review – https://www.podpage.com/bizblend/reviews/new/ Share a video testimonial – https://famewall.healthymindbyavik.com/ Hashtags: #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #TonySchmaltz #WakeTheBleepUp #leadershipcoach #wellnesspodcast #burnoutrecovery #selfleadership #mentalhealthpodcast #inspirationdaily #podcastlife #growthmindset #personaldevelopment #podcastepisode #mindfulnessmatters #leadwithpurpose #consciousliving #ownyourlife #foryou #trending #youtube #success #mindset #podcastinglife

In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Don Markland, CEO of Accountability Now and author of The 4Cs of Accountability, to explore how true accountability can lead to greater inner peace and clarity. Don shares powerful insights about shifting the perception of accountability from punishment to empowerment, and how this mindset reduces stress, strengthens integrity, and improves both personal and professional outcomes. He also walks listeners through his Four Cs framework, explains how to handle failure without fear, and discusses the role of accountability in the rapidly evolving age of AI. This conversation is a must-listen for leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone ready to find calm through purposeful action. About the Guest Don Markland is a global business coach, leadership expert, and CEO of Accountability Now. Known for transforming organizations through structure, clarity, and discipline, Don helps leaders turn ambition into consistent, sustainable success. He is also an executive coach, Forbes AI Council member, and the creator of the 4Cs of Accountability framework. Key Takeaways Accountability is about integrity and owning both good and bad choices, not punishment. The 4Cs framework: Critique success, Correct failure, Celebrate growth, and Crush mediocrity. Fear and lack of perspective are the biggest drivers of stress and indecision. Accountability always begins with oneself and requires letting go of ego. Embracing failure as part of growth can significantly reduce anxiety and perfectionism. Morning routines act as a daily reset for mental clarity—make them personal and sustainable. AI and automation should be embraced as tools to enhance, not replace, human accountability and connection. Connect with Don Markland Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/executivecoach.don/ Coaching Platform: https://accountabilitynow.net/ Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM me on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik CHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST Tune to all our 19 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind OUR SERVICES Business Podcast Management Individual Podcast Management Share Your Story With the World STAY TUNED AND FOLLOW US! Medium: https://medium.com/@contentbyavik YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@healthymindbyavik Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthymindbyavik LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/podhealthclub Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/Avikpodhealth/ SHARE YOUR REVIEW Share your Google Review Share a video testimonial #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #HealthyMindByAvik #MentalHealthAwareness #StorytellingAsMedicine #PodcastLife #PersonalDevelopment #ConsciousLiving #GrowthMindset #MindfulnessMatters #VoicesOfUnity #InspirationDaily #podcast #podcasting #podcaster #podcastlife #podcastlove #podcastshow #podcastcommunity #newpodcast #podcastaddict #podcasthost #podcastepisode #podcastinglife #podrecommendation #wellnesspodcast #healthpodcast #mentalhealthpodcast #wellbeing #selfcare #mentalhealth #mindfulness #healthandwellness #wellnessjourney #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #healthandwellnesspodcast #fyp #foryou #foryoupage #viral #trending #tiktok #tiktokviral #explore #trendingvideo #youtube #motivation #inspiration #positivity #mindset #selflove #success

What if genius isn’t something you’re born with—but something you activate? In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya is joined by Taryn Voget, founder of The Genius Lab, to explore how genius emerges at the intersection of passion, strategy, and spiritual intuition. Taryn unpacks how channeling, surrender, and soulful alignment can lead us to our highest calling—not through force, but through flow. This episode is a must-listen for creators, leaders, and visionaries who feel a deeper truth calling them. We explore real-world strategies to overcome fear-based thinking, reframe limiting beliefs, and truly live as the fullest version of ourselves. About the Guest Taryn Voget is the founder of The Genius Lab, a transformational strategist, and speaker who guides visionaries to activate their genius by integrating neuroscience, intuition, and spiritual alignment. She is known for decoding high-performance thinking and helping people translate passion into power. Key Takeaways Genius is not innate; it’s a repeatable recipe: passion + strategy + channeling. Everyone has a “soul thumbprint”—a unique genius meant to be activated. The mind alone cannot access genius; true brilliance often arises in surrender—through dreams, silence, or flow states. Fear-based beliefs keep us small. Recognizing and transforming these beliefs is central to unlocking genius. Alignment begins with tuning into your current passion—not a lifelong one—and following intuitive nudges over external noise. Power is not control—it’s being your full self without apology. Passion illuminates the parts of us still in shadow. The genius journey is one of inner transformation. Connect with the Guest Subscribe to Taryn’s free Substack newsletter for weekly strategies and soulful insights: https://tarynvoget.substack.com Explore her Genius Lab content, podcast, and YouTube from her Substack hub. Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik CHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST Tune to all our 19 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind OUR SERVICES Business Podcast Management: https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/corporatepodcasting/ Individual Podcast Management: https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/Podcasting/ Share Your Story With World: https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/shareyourstory STAY TUNED AND FOLLOW US! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Medium – https://medium.com/@contentbyavik Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.com/Avikpodhealth/ SHARE YOUR REVIEW Share your Google Review – https://www.podpage.com/bizblend/reviews/new/ Share a Video Testimonial – https://famewall.healthymindbyavik.com/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #mentalhealthawareness #intuition #innergenius #leadership #transformation #passionandpurpose #mindfulnessmatters #soulwisdom #alignment #geniuslab #tarynvoget #newpodcast #podcastepisode #growthmindset #inspiration #mentalhealthpodcast #wellnessjourney #trending #foryou #youtube #linkedin #facebook #instagram #podcastinglife

In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Shannon Michelle, a former elite interior designer whose life turned upside down after a near-fatal accident, a traumatic brain injury, and a later battle with breast cancer. Shannon shares her raw and honest story of survival, relearning how to walk, think, and live again, and how she discovered a deeper purpose rooted in presence, healing, and grace. This conversation is an invitation for anyone navigating pain, loss, or uncertainty to believe in the possibility of their own miracle. Tune in to discover how Shannon went from luxury design to leading others into the sacred art of staying present. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking strength after trauma, healing from illness, or the courage to embrace a new beginning. About the Guest: Shannon Michelle is an author, speaker, and trauma survivor. Once one of Elle’s top interior designers, she’s now the author of Step Into Your Miracle, a deeply personal account of her recovery and rebirth after a traumatic brain injury and breast cancer. She dedicates her life to guiding others toward presence, healing, and self-love. Key Takeaways : Shannon Michelle shares her transformative story of surviving a coma, traumatic brain injury, and breast cancer. She opens up about memory loss, identity reconstruction, and what it means to start over—mentally, emotionally, and physically. The importance of staying present and letting go of self-judgment during healing. Her spiritual experience in a “mid-state” between life and death and how it influenced her purpose. How small daily practices—like walking her dog or listening to birds—became her pathway back to life. Shannon’s breast cancer diagnosis taught her the necessity of taking care of herself again—even after surviving massive trauma. She emphasizes that healing isn’t about becoming who you were—it’s about becoming who you’re meant to be now. Connect with Shannon Michelle: Website: https://stepintoyourmiracle.com/ Book: Step Into Your Miracle – Available on Amazon Contact: Through website contact form for speaking and community outreach Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch – Send me a message DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik CHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST: Tune into all 19 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind OUR SERVICES Business Podcast Management – https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/corporatepodcasting/ Individual Podcast Management – https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/Podcasting/ Share Your Story With The World – https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/shareyourstory STAY TUNED AND FOLLOW US! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Medium – https://medium.com/@contentbyavik Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.com/Avikpodhealth/ SHARE YOUR REVIEW Leave a Google Review – https://www.podpage.com/bizblend/reviews/new/ Share your video testimonial – https://famewall.healthymindbyavik.com/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #mentalhealthawareness #storytellingasmedicine #healingjourney #traumarecovery #breastcancersurvivor #traumaticbraininjury #stepintoyourmiracle #ShannonMichelle #mindfulnessmatters #consciousliving #podcastepisode #newpodcast #podcastinglife #healthpodcast #selfcare #resilience #recovery #foryou #explorepage #youtube #podcastshow #healthandwellness #mentalhealthmatters #inspirationdaily #healingforward #miraclestory

In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya is joined by spiritual teacher and Depth Hypnosis practitioner Amara Palmer. From a radical awakening in the Mojave Desert to guiding others through self-inquiry and somatic healing, Amara shares her profound wisdom on awakening, identity, and the myth of being broken. Discover how true healing is not about fixing, but remembering who we are. This powerful conversation explores Kundalini energy, the roots of our not-enoughness, and the transformative role of sound and light in nervous system healing. If you've ever felt disconnected or unsure where to turn next, this episode offers a grounded and heart-opening path back home to yourself. About the Guest – Amara Palmer: Amara Palmer is a spiritual teacher, Depth Hypnosis practitioner, and founder of Freedom Through Inquiry. With over 35 years of seeking that culminated in a radical awakening in the Mojave Desert, she now guides others to meet trauma, identity, and discomfort through inquiry, sound healing, and direct experience of awareness. She facilitates online circles and sound immersions, helping others return to their wholeness. Key Takeaways : Awakening is not a distant goal—it is available now. According to Amara, awakening is a shift out of identity and into direct knowing beyond belief or imagination. True peace comes not from fixing ourselves but from welcoming what is. Healing begins when we turn toward discomfort with awareness rather than distraction. Our core wounds, like “not enoughness,” are inherited and reinforced by early trauma and ancestral patterns. Amara teaches how inquiry and awareness can unhook these limiting beliefs. Sound and light therapy work with the nervous system’s natural rhythms to support emotional and energetic release. Amara’s dome in the Mojave is a space of immersive healing, but she also offers sessions online. Kundalini awakening isn’t required for spiritual realization. Amara debunks the myth that awakening must come with dramatic experiences; it can be subtle and steady. Self-inquiry, both somatic and spiritual, is a gentle but radical tool for recognizing our true nature. You don’t need to add anything to awaken—you just need to see through what you’re not. Amara offers a free online circle exploring sound and inquiry, welcoming seekers of all stages. Connect with the Guest: Website: https://amarapalmer.com Explore her twice-monthly free circles and sound immersion sessions via her website. YouTube: Amara Palmer (Search directly; she prefers minimal social media engagement.) Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik CHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST: Tune to all our 19 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind OUR SERVICES Business Podcast Management: https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/corporatepodcasting/ Individual Podcast Management: https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/Podcasting/ Share Your Story With The World: https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/shareyourstory STAY TUNED AND FOLLOW US! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Medium – https://medium.com/@contentbyavik Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.com/Avikpodhealth/ SHARE YOUR REVIEW Share your Google Review: https://www.podpage.com/bizblend/reviews/new/ Share a video testimonial: https://famewall.healthymindbyavik.com/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #mentalhealthawareness #storytellingasmedicine #podcastshow #kundaliniawakening #somatichealing #spiritualawakening #innerpeace #nonduality #selfinquiry #soundhealing #traumahealing #podcastinglife #newpodcast #awakeningjourney #awarenessheals #desertwisdom #spiritualteacher

What happens when a high-functioning life hides emotional chaos? In this raw and revealing episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Bridget Budd—former corporate exec turned soulful novelist—to explore the hidden cost of perfectionism, the role of repressed anger, and the power of radical truth-telling in trauma recovery. Bridget shares her journey from emotional suppression to spiritual awakening, and how her novel Behind the Mirror became a tool for healing not just for herself, but for readers struggling with identity, abandonment, and self-worth. This is a must-listen for anyone seeking holistic healing and the courage to face their own truth. About the Guest: Bridget Budd is a writer, truth-seeker, and former corporate executive whose work now centers around emotional healing, trauma awareness, and spiritual growth. Her book Behind the Mirror explores hidden emotional wounds behind a polished life, offering readers a path to radical self-acceptance and inner peace. With certifications in yoga, trauma-informed coaching, and health coaching, Bridget blends lived experience with healing practices. Key Takeaways: Repressed Anger Fuels Overperformance: Bridget shared how years of silent frustration led her to equate busyness with self-worth—until everything broke down and forced her to look inward. Truth Telling as Medicine: Suppressed emotions and unspoken truths can sabotage health. Bridget's healing began when she stopped abandoning herself to please others and started honoring her authentic self. Spiritual Awakening from Rock Bottom: A potential fourth divorce became a turning point that led to a profound spiritual shift, and eventually, a new purpose as a writer and healer. Healing Isn’t Linear: Setbacks aren’t failures. They often reveal deeper layers needing attention. Bridget learned that what felt like regression was often deeper integration. The Power of Kundalini Practice: Kundalini yoga and mantra became key tools in reconnecting with her inner self—especially as someone without a religious upbringing. Progress is Personal: Healing may look like feeling okay for 10 minutes in a day. It’s not about arriving at peace—it’s about continuing to show up for it. Connect with Bridget Budd: Website: www.bridgetbudd.com Instagram & LinkedIn: Search “Bridget Budd” Her Novel: Behind the Mirror – Available for pre-order (Releases July 20) Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch: Send a message here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik CHECK OUT ALL OUR PODCASTS & BE A GUEST: • Listen to our 19 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik • Subscribe to the newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ • Join the community: https://nas.io/healthymind OUR SERVICES: • Business Podcast Management – https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/corporatepodcasting/ • Individual Podcast Management – https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/Podcasting/ • Share Your Story With the World – https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/shareyourstory FOLLOW US: • YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod • Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod • Medium – https://medium.com/@contentbyavik • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind • LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster • Pinterest – https://www.pinterest.com/Avikpodhealth/ SHARE YOUR REVIEW: • Leave a Google Review: https://www.podpage.com/bizblend/reviews/new/ • Submit a video testimonial: https://famewall.healthymindbyavik.com/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #MentalHealthAwareness #TraumaHealing #SpiritualAwakening #PodcastLife #PersonalGrowth #InnerPeace #HealingJourney #PodcastCommunity #SelfWorth #EmotionalHealing #kundaliniyoga #truthmatters #growthmindset #traumarecovery #newpodcast #authenticitymatters #truthseeker #BehindTheMirror #BridgetBudd #healingisnotlinear #selfacceptance #writingastherapy #spiritualgrowth #mentalhealthmatters #innerpeacebetterhealth #podcastepisode

In this transformative episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Angie Hawkins, Inner Glow Coach and author of Running in Slippers, to explore what it truly means to reclaim your self-worth. Angie shares her journey from emotional rock bottom to building a life rooted in courage, intuitive living, and unapologetic authenticity. This episode dives into the quiet power of self-trust, breaking the people-pleasing cycle, and tuning out the inner critic to hear the voice of your own intuition. If you’ve ever felt unseen while doing everything “right,” Angie’s story is the permission slip you didn’t know you needed. About the Guest: Angie Hawkins is a trauma survivor turned transformational coach who helps women rebuild their self-worth from the inside out. She is the founder of Shine from the Inside Coaching and author of Running in Slippers, a raw and real memoir of healing and rediscovering power through vulnerability. Based in Hawaii, Angie brings warmth, courage, and emotional depth to her coaching, inspiring women globally to own their truth and radiate from within. Key Takeaways: Vulnerability vs. Adventure: Emotional risk often feels more terrifying than skydiving—but it’s also where true connection begins. People Pleasing is Self-Abandonment: Angie unpacks how external validation erodes identity and how breaking free is an act of self-loyalty. Inner Critic vs. Intuition: Learn how to distinguish your loving inner voice from the fear-based one. From Breakdown to Breakthrough: Angie’s turning point came after surviving a suicide attempt—her second chance became her purpose. Daily Joy Rituals: True confidence stems from doing one joyful act each day and building emotional resilience through self-alignment. Connect with Angie Hawkins: Instagram: @angiehawkinsa08 Website: www.runninginslippers.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angiehawkins808/ Book: Running in Slippers Coaching Program: Shine from the Inside! (Free consult available—mention this podcast!) Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch: DM Me Here Tune into all our 15 podcasts: Podcast Network Subscribe to our newsletter: Newsletter Join our community: Community Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – @healthymind-healthylife Instagram – @healthyminds.pod Threads – @healthyminds.pod Facebook – Healthy Mind Podcast LinkedIn – Reema Chatterjee | Avik Chakraborty #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #mentalhealthawareness #innerglow #selfworth #RunningInSlippers #healingjourney #vulnerability #personaldevelopment #mindfulnessmatters #confidencefromwithin #transformationstory #authenticliving

In this soulful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Sarah Byers—CEO, poetic truth-teller, and co-host of the Collecting Insight podcast. Together, they unpack how business leadership can coexist with spiritual depth, emotional resonance, and creative expression. Sarah shares her journey of integrating boardroom authority with channelled poetry, the power of showing up whole in fragmented spaces, and how to lead with both head and heart. From resisting vulnerability to rewriting purpose through alignment and presence, this conversation is an invitation to access your inner wholeness—even in chaos. About the Guest: Sarah Byers is a CEO, board leader, and channelled poet who bridges the worlds of business and spirit with courage and clarity. She is co-host of Collecting Insight and the voice behind the poetic Instagram page Dear Joy Love. With decades of leadership and a gift for channelling universal truth through words, Sarah is on a mission to inspire wholeness, soulful leadership, and authentic self-expression in every space she enters. Key Takeaways: Leadership and creativity don't need to live in separate lanes. Integrating all parts of yourself is where true power lies. Wholeness isn’t something to find—it’s something to remember and return to. Stillness and self-contemplation—even for five minutes—can unlock inner wisdom. Trusting subtle callings and quiet truths leads to authentic purpose, even when it doesn’t fit conventional definitions. Vulnerability in leadership invites deeper connection and inspires others to show up fully. Connect with Sarah Byers: Website: https://sarasbyers.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearjoylove/?hl=en Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #MentalHealthAwareness #PoetryAsMedicine #SpiritualLeadership #ConsciousLiving #AuthenticLeadership #StorytellingMatters #InnerWholeness #MindfulnessMatters #VoicesOfUnity

In this episode of Inner Peace,Better Health host Shreya dives deep with Linda Grizely—financial educator and motivational speaker—into a transformative conversation about the emotional side of money. Linda breaks down the concept of "money healing" and how our self-worth, guilt, and beliefs about scarcity influence every financial choice. From creating the “Me Money Method” to confronting inherited money narratives, this episode unpacks how true financial empowerment comes from self-trust, clarity, and emotional honesty—not just budgeting spreadsheets. If you’ve ever felt behind or overwhelmed by money, this is your invitation to begin again—mindfully and without shame. About the Guest: Linda Grizely is a financial educator, former financial planner, and realist with a heart. She specializes in helping women redefine their relationship with money, shifting from scarcity to self-compassion. Through her Me Money Method, Linda teaches clients to build financial self-care practices that honor both present and future needs. Key Takeaways: Money healing goes beyond budgeting—it's rooted in emotional awareness and behavioral patterns. Guilt and shame often drive women to put themselves last; Linda’s “Me Money Method” changes that. Redefining self-worth is key to financial freedom. “You are enough” isn’t a slogan—it’s a practice. Understanding your money personality (saver, spender, risk-taker, etc.) is a powerful first step. Start small: track spending that is just for you, then set a guilt-free budget line for it. True financial wellness is balancing logic and emotion—not choosing one over the other. Connect with Linda Grizely: Website: www.lindagriz.com Take the free money personality & money confidence quiz at: www.lindagriz.com/resources Want to be a guest on Inner Peace,Better Health? DM on PM – Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! • YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod • Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind • LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #MentalHealthAwareness #MoneyHealing #MeMoneyMethod #FinancialSelfCare #MindfulMoney #PersonalGrowth #SelfWorth #FinancialEmpowerment

In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya speaks with Bhupinder Sandhu, a corporate mindfulness coach and mental health advocate who has walked over 1,000 miles across the UK to raise awareness for mental well-being. Bhupinder shares how a personal mental health crisis inspired his first walk from London to Scotland and how each step brought him deeper into his own healing. From guiding 5,000+ individuals during the pandemic to challenging societal norms around success and productivity, this conversation explores the power of presence, resilience, and humanizing mental health. About the Guest: Bhupinder Sandhu is a UK-based mindfulness coach, speaker, and mental health advocate known for his long-distance walks to raise awareness. With experience coaching top corporates and supporting communities through COVID-19, he brings a grounded, compassionate voice to mental health advocacy. He emphasizes small, mindful steps over grand gestures—and embodies that with every mile he walks. Key Takeaways: Bhupinder’s journey began after a personal family crisis, proving that real-life challenges often deepen professional purpose. Walking became his form of activism—a reflection of how movement can offer healing and awareness. During COVID-19, he transitioned from one-on-one support to group sessions, helping over 5,000 people cope with anxiety and uncertainty. Bhupinder explains that mindfulness starts simply—with one breath, one thought, one moment. Leaders must recognize the economic and human cost of unaddressed mental health in the workplace. Rural and urban responses to mental health differ—awareness is still lacking in smaller communities. His go-to practice? Deep belly breathing—simple, free, and transformative. Connect with Bhupinder Sandhu: Website: https://www.bhupindersandhu.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulsandhu/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhsandhu/ Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! • YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod • Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind • LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #MentalHealthAwareness #MindfulnessMatters #WalkingForWellbeing #CorporateWellness #ResilienceTools #PodcastLife #PersonalDevelopment #CompassionInLeadership

In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health host Shreya engages in a deep and honest conversation with Emily Erstad—author of It’s Not That Deep, coach, and strategic leader. Together, they explore the emotional nuance between vulnerability and transparency, how emotional intelligence informs leadership, and why honoring your own boundaries is crucial when holding space for others. Emily shares practical strategies to navigate the tension of being seen and strong, especially in high-stakes roles like hospice care and leadership. If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, emotional exposure, or burnout, this episode will offer clear, grounded insights to guide you through. About the Guest: Emily Erstad is a leadership coach, author, and emotional strategist with a background in therapy and hospice leadership. Her book It’s Not That Deep explores identity, self-awareness, and emotional clarity. Emily works at the intersection of strategic thinking and soulful living, helping individuals and teams grow through emotional intelligence and intentional communication. Key Takeaways: Transparency vs Vulnerability: Transparency is rooted in clarity and identity, while vulnerability is emotional openness that builds deeper trust. Leadership Requires Presence: Emotional safety in leadership stems from clear intentions, personal boundaries, and consistent accountability. Fear Is Natural, Action Is Choice: Leaders often avoid challenges due to fear. The solution? Take one aligned risk at a time, backed by intention and feedback. Quiet Strength: Real strength lies in honoring your emotional truth while still showing up fully in leadership roles. Emotional Intelligence is a Practice: Balancing compassion and clarity requires radical honesty, a growth mindset, and safe spaces for yourself and others. Connect with Emily Erstad: Instagram: @itsnotthatdeep_author Email: Amazon Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! • YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod • Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind • LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #HealthyMindByAvik #MentalHealthAwareness #StorytellingAsMedicine #PodcastLife #PersonalDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #VulnerabilityInLeadership #TransparencyMatters #LeadershipDevelopment

In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya welcomes Kerry Blaser—mother, shaman, and author of My Inner Heroine—to explore the alchemy of feminine pain into personal power. Kerry shares how owning her trauma and rewriting her story helped her reclaim self-worth, break generational patterns, and discover the sacred wisdom within. Through shamanic healing, trauma work, and unapologetic truth-telling, she guides women to embrace their feminine essence not as weakness, but as a source of deep strength and connection. From surviving a suicide attempt to negotiating a film adaptation of her book, Kerry reminds us that healing isn’t about comfort—it’s about courage, confrontation, and choosing to fall apart with purpose. About the Guest: Kerry Blaser is a trauma-informed healer, mother, and shamanic practitioner. Her book My Inner Heroine is both a memoir and a call to reclaim feminine wisdom in a culture that often silences it. Drawing from psychology, spirituality, and shamanism, she helps women transmute pain into healing and embody their inner heroine. Key Takeaways: Feminine pain is not weakness—it’s repressed wisdom waiting to be honored. Healing begins when we stop blaming others and start owning our inner landscape. Shamanism and trauma therapy complement each other by addressing the soul and psyche. Relationships act as mirrors, revealing our deepest wounds and potential for growth. Falling apart with intention creates the momentum for transformation and enlightenment. Connect with Kerry Blaser: Website: www.kerryblaser.com Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/redpillshaman YouTube: Kerry Blaser Book: My Inner Heroine (Available on Amazon) Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #MentalHealthAwareness #FeminineWisdom #ShadowWork #PodcastLife #PersonalDevelopment #ConsciousLiving #HealingJourney #TraumaRecovery #MyInnerHeroine #WomensEmpowerment #ShamanicHealing #SelfWorth

In this deeply soulful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya is joined by Sarah Asha Rose—a licensed therapist, multidimensional channel, and guide to sensitive souls and starseeds. Together, they explore the power of stillness as a gateway to soul alignment, the difference between surrender and avoidance, and how light language, sound, and divine frequencies activate healing. Sarah explains how awakening is not about becoming someone new, but remembering who we are. If you’ve been feeling lost, overwhelmed, or called to something greater—this episode offers clarity and compassionate wisdom. About the Guest: Sarah Asha Rose is a licensed therapist, intuitive healer, and multidimensional channel. She supports starseeds, lightworkers, and empaths in their journey to spiritual remembrance, emotional healing, and embodiment. Through light language, sound healing, and sacred teachings, Sarah bridges the gap between the cosmic and the grounded. She is the host of the podcast Divinely Human, where she channels guidance for the awakening collective. Key Takeaways: Stillness is not avoidance—it’s where your inner voice lives. Surrender is an act of trust, not weakness. Awakening often begins with breakdowns and questioning old patterns. Light and shadow are both sacred—one reveals the other. Sound healing and light language bypass the mind to activate soul remembrance. Feeling lost is a signal that you’re ready to find yourself again. Connect with Sarah Asha Rose: Podcast: Divinely Human on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube YouTube Channel: @asharosehealing Website: https://www.sarah-asharose.com Free Gift: 5-day audio series of channeled messages on her website Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! • YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod • Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind • LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #MentalHealthAwareness #SoulPurpose #StillnessHeals #EmotionalAlchemy #ConsciousLiving #DivineFeminine #LightLanguage #SpiritualAwakening

In this thought-provoking episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Branch Isole—author, theologian, poet, and host of the podcast Patient Zero. With 20 books to his name and a life committed to truth and spiritual inquiry, Branch shares hard-won insights on how radical responsibility, honest storytelling, and moral courage guide us toward lasting transformation. The conversation explores the spiritual tension between worldly struggle and inner awakening, the universal lessons we all face, and how truth is the test of love. This episode isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about doing the inner work. About the Guest: Branch Isole is a theologian, author of 20 books, and host of the podcast Patient Zero. His work focuses on personal responsibility, spiritual truth, and the journey of transformation through choice and consequence. Known for his short story poems that touch on deeply human emotions, Branch’s teachings draw from universal truths found across religious and spiritual traditions. He has devoted his life to helping others reconnect with their inner pilot light and live from a place of truth and love. Key Takeaways: Spiritual growth demands personal responsibility—there’s no shortcut to truth. All major belief systems share a core ethic: love and treat others as you wish to be treated. The inner struggle isn’t with the world—it’s with ourselves and our unwillingness to face truth. Creative expression can be a powerful tool for healing, self-reflection, and transformation. Morals and ethics—truth and love—are the essence of spiritual peace in a chaotic world. Connect with the Guest: To explore Branch’s books, podcast, and teachings, simply Google “Branch Isole” for direct access to his website, Substack, YouTube channel, and more. 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 Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! • YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod • Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind • LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #MentalHealthAwareness #StorytellingAsMedicine #PodcastLife #PersonalDevelopment #ConsciousLiving #GrowthMindset #MindfulnessMatters #VoicesOfUnity #InspirationDaily

In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Lyubim Kogan—founder of Wings4Heroes, five-time immigrant, 9/11 survivor, Olympian, and financial leader. Lyubim shares how surviving catastrophe, building businesses, and supporting amputee veterans through flight therapy helped him reclaim peace and purpose. From post-war Ukraine to personal trauma, this episode dives into how uncertainty, service, and intuition can anchor the human spirit through chaos. About the Guest: Lyubim Kogan is the founder of Wings4Heroes, a nonprofit supporting wounded veterans through the transformative experience of flight. A former Winter Olympian, he survived 9/11 while working at the World Trade Center and later stepped into war-torn Ukraine to lead humanitarian and business recovery. His work combines resilience, leadership, and soul-driven service, empowering others to rise beyond limitations. Key Takeaways: Peace isn’t found in success, but in purpose-driven action Volunteering and serving others can reconnect you to joy Trauma can be interrupted by powerful, positive experiences—like flying Uncertainty is not the enemy; it’s the path to inner strength Trusting your intuition is a learned skill—start small and build it Connect with Lyubim Kogan: Website: https://wings4heroes.org/ Watch videos, explore the mission, and reach out via the contact page Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch: DM Me Here Tune into all 15 podcast shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe to Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned and Follow Us: YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – Avik Chakraborty | Reema Chatterjee #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #MentalHealthAwareness #StorytellingAsMedicine #PodcastLife #Resilience #VeteransSupport #LeadershipInChaos #TraumaHealing

In this soul-stirring episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Dr. Glenn Berger—psychotherapist, former sound engineer for legends like Dylan and Sinatra, and author of Never Say No to a Rock Star. Glenn unpacks what it means to lose your heart and how to find it again through self-cultivation, courage, and compassion. He explores the emotional cages we build, the toxic chase for perfection, and how true growth mirrors the slow nurturing of nature—not optimization. This is a deep dive into music, mental health, and the soulful pursuit of inner freedom. About the Guest: Dr. Glenn Berger is a seasoned psychotherapist and former music engineer who worked with iconic artists including Bob Dylan and Frank Sinatra. Now, he blends that creative insight with decades of therapeutic wisdom to help people recover their “lost heart.” He is the creator of the Heartfinders method and author of the memoir Never Say No to a Rock Star. Key Takeaways: Self-cultivation is a slow, intentional process—like tending to a plant, not forcing outcomes. Shame is the primary emotional cage blocking human potential. Social media comparison distorts self-worth and fuels impostor syndrome. The real work of healing includes building courage, emotional strength, and compassion. Inner freedom comes from listening to the heart, not the voice of internal tyrants or external validation. Connect with Dr. Glenn Berger: Website: https://go.heartfinders.co/optin Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! •⁠ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife •⁠ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod •⁠ Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod •⁠ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind •⁠ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #MentalHealthAwareness #StorytellingAsMedicine #PersonalDevelopment #MindfulnessMatters #HealingThroughArt #InnerWork #ShameHealing #LostHeart #Heartfinders

In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with transformative coach Chris Marhefka to explore his radical journey from burnout to embodiment. Chris opens up about the breaking point that forced him to re-evaluate a life of unchecked ambition, revealing how a stress-induced brain injury sparked a deeper quest for presence, stillness, and truth. He shares how breathwork, nature, and conscious letting go became central tools in rebuilding his life—and how real healing doesn't erase ambition but roots it in authenticity. This conversation is a wake-up call for anyone chasing success but feeling empty inside. About the Guest: Chris Marhefka is a transformational coach and breathwork facilitator who helps individuals reconnect with their truth, regulate their nervous systems, and rediscover peace through presence. After leaving a high-performance entrepreneurial life, Chris rebuilt his mission around guiding others back to wholeness—through stillness, breath, and conscious living. Key Takeaways: Burnout often masks as success until the body forces you to listen. Breath is a free, accessible healer that can regulate emotions and shift consciousness. True transformation requires presence, not pressure. Letting go of old identities and attachments often precedes deep healing. Healing doesn’t remove ambition—it redirects it toward service and purpose. Connect with Chris Marhefka: Website: www.chrismarhefka.com Explore his coaching, retreats, and resources. Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch – Send me a message: DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune in to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #MentalHealthAwareness #PersonalDevelopment #HealingJourney #ConsciousLiving #MindfulnessMatters #Breathwork #BurnoutRecovery #Transformation

In this soul-stirring episode of Inner Peace Better Health, host Shreya sits down with June Edward, a psychic medium, author, and teacher whose near-death experience unlocked the doorway between worlds. June shares how her brush with death not only eliminated her fear of dying but awakened her deeper spiritual calling. Together, they explore the truths about life after life, karmic relationships, soul contracts, energetic healing, and how to reconnect with your soul through meditation. June also opens up about her work assisting missing person cases and her teachings on Relationship Mastery, providing insights into emotional resilience, spiritual protection, and the importance of vibrational alignment in daily life. About the Guest: June Edward is a renowned psychic medium, teacher, and best-selling author of All's Fair in Love and Karma. Her abilities—rooted in childhood and deepened by a near-death experience—allow her to connect with souls on both sides of the veil. Through her Relationship Mastery program and one-on-one sessions, she guides people toward healing, soul awareness, and spiritual growth. Key Takeaways: Karma isn’t punishment—it’s a system for soul evolution through relationships. Meditation is a gateway to accessing your higher self and breaking fear-based decision-making. Everyone has angels, but they can only help if asked. Emotional pain persists when we resist learning our soul lessons. Spiritual protection is essential when opening to other realms. Connect with the Guest: Visit www.juneedward.com to explore June’s books, courses, and schedule sessions. You can also reach out via her social media links available on her site. Want to be a guest on Inner Peace Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! •⁠ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife •⁠ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod •⁠ Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod •⁠ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind •⁠ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #MentalHealthAwareness #SpiritualHealing #LifeAfterLife #KarmaAndRelationships #MediumshipMatters #MeditationPractice #PodcastLife #SoulAwakening #InnerPeace #ConsciousLiving #EmotionalHealing #EnergyWork

In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, we’re joined by Daphne Michaels—human potential expert, best-selling author, and visionary behind the SHB (Stewards of a Higher Bandwidth) movement. Daphne shares insights from her decades-long journey exploring human energetic anatomy, trauma, and spiritual awakening. From the origins of her spiritual path at 19 to the creation of the HB Experience, she explains how ultra conscious living helps us reclaim peace in a chaotic world. We dive into meditation, energetic blocks, human energy anatomy, and how to tune into higher frequencies that exist beyond survival mode. If you've ever felt that there’s “more”—more depth, more peace, more possibility—this episode is a call to elevate your consciousness and reconnect with your spirit. About the Guest: Daphne Michaels is a pioneer in human potential, blending science, psychology, and spirituality. With a background in psychotherapy and energetic anatomy, she’s spent over two decades guiding people toward ultra conscious living. As the founder of the SHB movement, Daphne helps individuals align with higher frequencies to live with creativity, love, and purpose. She’s the creator of The HB Experience, a free event introducing tools and practices to unlock your energetic potential. Key Takeaways: The HB movement helps individuals live beyond despair, in alignment with their highest potential. Human energetic anatomy, including chakras and emotional blocks, plays a key role in personal transformation. True meditation involves tuning into higher frequencies—not just silence, but spiritual elevation. Ultra consciousness is about living in harmony with the universe's innate peace despite external chaos. Healing requires protecting your spirit and finding what truly sparks your energy. Connect with Daphne Michaels: Website: www.daphnemichaels.com Sign up for The HB Experience (Free Event): Visit her website for access. Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #MentalHealthAwareness #UltraConsciousLiving #DaphneMichaels #PodcastLife #HumanPotential #SpiritualAwakening #InnerPeace #EnergyHealing #MindfulnessMatters #ConsciousLiving

In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya is joined by Cristiano Colla—writer, poet, and spiritual storyteller—whose journey from personal trainer to purpose-driven creator began with a life-altering Ayahuasca experience. Together, they unpack the gritty truth of spiritual awakening, the role of humor in healing, and the tension between social media perfection and authentic self-expression. Cristiano shares how reconnecting with his body, embracing emotional messiness, and letting go of external validation transformed his identity and life purpose. If you’re standing at the edge of change but unsure how to leap, this conversation is the nudge you need. About the Guest: Cristiano Colla is a former fitness coach turned poetic soul, whose writing blends vulnerability, humor, and deep spiritual insight. After a powerful Ayahuasca retreat, he left behind the chase for perfection and leaned into the chaos of healing. He now uses storytelling to help others reconnect with their bodies, their truth, and their creative essence. Key Takeaways: True healing isn’t polished—it’s messy, emotional, and beautifully raw. Humor softens the weight of transformation, making space for lightness in the darkest moments. Social media often distorts authenticity—showing up with your full, imperfect self is the real power. Integration means uniting body, mind, and spirit—not abandoning one for the other. Transformation starts with accepting where you are, not rushing to where you think you should be. Connect with Cristiano Colla: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cristiano.colla/ Substack Blog: The Hybrid Soul Blog Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Our Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned and Follow Us YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #MentalHealthAwareness #HealingJourney #SpiritualAwakening #Authenticity #HumorHeals #Integration #AyahuascaExperience #MindfulnessMatters #PodcastLife #InnerPeaceBetterHealth #VoicesOfUnity

On this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, we sit down with Donna Hartley—former Miss Hawaii, international speaker, and the sole survivor of a DC-10 plane crash section. Through six near-death and life-altering events including stage 3 cancer, Donna has turned adversity into awakening. She shares how trauma led her to deep transformation, spiritual awakening, and a mission to raise global consciousness. From meditation and forgiveness to grounding and intuitive living, Donna walks us through her tested formula for healing and rising again. About the Guest: Donna Hartley is a global keynote speaker, past life reader, author of the Fire Up book series, and a survivor of six defining, life-threatening experiences. Her story spans Hollywood stages, spiritual awakenings, and inspiring audiences across five continents. Donna now dedicates her life to teaching people how to raise their vibration, live with authenticity, and heal deeply—inside and out. Key Takeaways: Trauma is not just meant to be survived—it can be transformed into soul-led growth. Meditation and intuition are foundational to inner healing. Forgiveness—of self and others—is non-negotiable for true freedom. Small, intentional steps—like spending time in nature or practicing gratitude—help shift vibration. Healing is a choice, and every setback is a spiritual wake-up call. Connect with Donna Hartley: Website: www.donnahartley.com Books: Fire Up Your Life, Fire Up Your Intuition, Fire Up Your Healing Services: Past life readings, spiritual mentoring, keynote speaking Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM – Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #MentalHealthAwareness #HealingJourney #TraumaRecovery #PodcastLife #PersonalGrowth #SoulMission #Resilience #FireUpYourLife #Transformation

In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya speaks with Sara Nativi—clinical hypnotherapist, RTT practitioner, and former professional ballet dancer—about the hidden cost of perfectionism and how high achievers often live in silent survival mode. Sara shares her personal journey from burnout and anxiety to healing and self-trust. They explore the link between subconscious beliefs and confidence, how emotions act as warning signals, and why rebuilding self-trust is essential for lasting transformation. About the Guest: Sara Nativi is a clinical hypnotherapist and Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) practitioner who helps high performers break free from anxiety, burnout, and perfectionism. Her unique perspective as a former professional ballet dancer gives her deep insight into the pressures of achievement and the masks we wear. She guides clients through subconscious reprogramming to restore confidence, calm, and inner peace. Key Takeaways: True confidence isn’t built on perfection—it’s reclaimed through healing subconscious beliefs. Survival mode can look like overachievement, emotional numbness, or constant busyness. Emotions are internal messages, not enemies—they guide us toward healing. Neuroscience shows the brain is rewireable; daily thought patterns shape long-term wellness. Rebuilding trust in yourself begins with conscious language and gentle self-talk. Connect with the Guest: Book a free 30-minute call and learn more at: www.saranativi.com Follow Sara’s work and find her latest offerings via her website. Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch: Send me a message here Tune into all 15 shows in our podcast network: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Our Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned and Follow Us: YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this heartfelt episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Noah May—journalist, podcast host, and mental health advocate from Alabama. Noah opens up about battling depression and anxiety since age 13, navigating grief, and the isolation of feeling like an outcast. He shares how therapy, family support, and eventually podcasting became lifelines in his healing journey. Today, Noah hosts three podcasts where he creates space for others to speak freely and feel seen. His story is a testament to resilience, truth, and the power of finding your voice. About the Guest: Noah May is a bold, rising voice in the mental health space. Starting from his own lived experience of clinical depression and social rejection, he now hosts three podcasts, including Lethal Venoms, where he blends vulnerability, humor, and real talk. Through his work, he encourages others—especially men—to speak up about mental health, normalize emotional expression, and seek help without shame. Key Takeaways: Noah’s early mental health struggles were compounded by stigma and silence. Therapy and supportive parenting, especially from his mother, were pivotal. Podcasting became his tool to be heard and to help others feel less alone. Speaking your truth and finding community can be transformational. Music, writing, and daily habits are key to Noah’s ongoing healing. His message to anyone struggling: “Take your time. You’re not alone. It gets better.” Connect with Noah May: Follow Lethal Venoms Podcast on Instagram & TikTok: [@lethalvenomspodcast] Explore all his podcasts and social links via Linktree in his Instagram bio. Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM – Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! •⁠ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife •⁠ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod •⁠ Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod •⁠ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind •⁠ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #MentalHealthAwareness #PodcastLife #VulnerabilityIsStrength #MensMentalHealth #HealingThroughStory #EmotionalWellness #SpeakYourTruth #LethalVenomsPodcast

In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Dr. Angelo Valenti, psychologist, leadership coach, and author of You're Making This Way Too Hard. Together, they unpack why so many of us unknowingly complicate our lives in the pursuit of joy and success. From the trap of comparison to the weight of perfectionism, this episode is a candid reflection on self-compassion, real leadership, and finding peace in simplicity. Dr. Valenti offers a grounded path to joy—one that begins with acceptance and intention, not hustle. About the Guest: Dr. Angelo Valenti is a seasoned consulting psychologist and leadership coach with decades of experience guiding individuals and executives toward healthier, more authentic ways of living and leading. He is the author of You're Making This Way Too Hard, a call to embrace simplicity, self-love, and joy. Through speaking, coaching, and daily wisdom shared across social media, Dr. Valenti helps people shed the illusions of modern success and reconnect with what really matters. Key Takeaways: Comparison is the thief of joy: Social media and external benchmarks often distract us from what’s real and fulfilling. Perfectionism robs peace: Constant striving without celebrating wins leads to burnout, not betterment. Joy is a choice: It starts with awareness and appreciation of the small, simple things in life. Self-compassion fuels better leadership: Leaders who embrace their own authenticity create more human, effective workplaces. Let go of external expectations: Real change begins when we stop living for others and start choosing for ourselves. Connect with Dr. Angelo Valenti: Website: www.angelovalenti.com LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook & TikTok: @angelovalenti Book: You’re Making This Way Too Hard – Available on his website Coaching: Free discovery call available via his website Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch – DM Me Here Tune to all our 15 podcasts: Healthy Mind Podcast Network Subscribe to our newsletter: healthymindbyavik.substack.com Join the Community: nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us: YouTube – @healthymind-healthylife Instagram – @healthyminds.pod Threads – @healthyminds.pod Facebook – facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – Reema Chatterjee | Avik Chakraborty #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this impactful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, we welcome Cara Tuttle Bell—speaker, educator, and author of Drowning in Timidity. With nearly two decades of experience in higher education and women’s empowerment, Cara shares deep insights into why assertiveness is not just a skill but a form of self-respect. From navigating politeness as a social constraint to redefining strength with compassion, she offers practical tools for women to speak up, set boundaries, and reclaim agency in everyday interactions. This conversation is a powerful call to stop shrinking and start standing tall. About the Guest: Cara Tuttle Bell is a speaker, advocate, and the author of Drowning in Timidity: Women, Politeness, and the Power of Assertive Living. With a background in law and nearly 20 years working in college campuses to advance gender equity and prevent harassment, Cara has empowered countless women to shed fear, break silence, and lead with clarity and courage. Key Takeaways: Politeness can cross into self-silencing when it overrides our needs or safety. Assertiveness is a daily practice rooted in clear, compassionate communication—not aggression. Cultural conditioning deeply shapes women’s relationship with power, leadership, and voice. Small, consistent actions—like holding your ground in daily interactions—build long-term confidence. Books like Women Don’t Ask and Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office are strong starting points for inner work. Connect with Cara Tuttle Bell: Learn more about Cara’s work at: https://www.caratuttlebell.com Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Our Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned and Follow Us: YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #assertiveness #boundaries #selfrespect #caratuttlebell #innerpeacebetterhealth

In this insightful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Amber Lavin, a relationship coach based in Asheville, to explore the powerful intersection of embodiment, emotional intelligence, and modern dating. Amber breaks down how embodied relating helps individuals move beyond surface-level attraction by tuning into their bodies’ wisdom, attachment patterns, and nervous system responses. She shares practical mindfulness tools that help listeners navigate emotional triggers, conflicts, and the overwhelming landscape of app-based dating. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone ready to build deeper, more conscious connections in today’s fast-paced world. About the Guest: Amber Lavin is a relationship coach blending science, mindfulness, and the wisdom of embodiment to help women navigate dating and relationships with clarity and self-awareness. Based in Asheville, Amber empowers her clients to listen to their bodies, understand their attachment styles, and cultivate true intimacy from within. Key Takeaways: Embodied relating helps align both mind and body in dating decisions. Attachment styles shape our relational patterns under stress. Mindfulness can regulate emotional triggers and improve communication. Digital dating demands intentional embodiment to avoid overwhelm. The truth and capacity for healing already reside within each of us. Deep breathing is a simple yet powerful tool for staying present during conflicts. Connect with Amber Lavin: Website: www.truenaturecounseling.net Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, we sit down with Mary Walter, who shares her remarkable journey battling chronic UTIs, navigating medical dead-ends, and discovering the power of self-advocacy. From struggling to find doctors who would take her insurance to pioneering phage therapy, Mary opens up about her persistent fight against a misunderstood and often dismissed condition. She also reflects on how her Christian faith has provided emotional strength, offering insights into balancing medical science with spiritual resilience. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone battling invisible illnesses or seeking inspiration to reclaim their own healing journey. About the Guest: Mary Walter is a chronic UTI survivor, self-advocate, and passionate supporter for others facing similar battles. Through her personal journey, she’s explored both traditional medicine and holistic alternatives, including cutting-edge phage therapy. Her deep faith and community support have been critical in navigating this complex health journey. Key Takeaways: Self-advocacy is critical when medical systems fall short. Phage therapy offers alternative hope for antibiotic-resistant infections. Faith and spirituality can provide emotional grounding in chronic illness. Community support plays a key role in maintaining resilience. Prevention and early genetic testing could change chronic illness outcomes. Connect with Mary Walter: Email: [email protected] Twitter: Mary at Let’s Talk UTI Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, we sit down with Rutherford Pascal, leadership strategist and founder of GlassWalls Leadership. With over 30 years of executive experience at Fortune 100 companies, Rutherford shares his transformative approach to leadership built on inner peace, intentional development, and clear purpose. We dive into his signature PID System—Preparation, Intentionality, Differentiation—and explore how leaders can become irreplaceable by mastering their zone of genius, actively listening, and communicating with impact. Whether you're a new manager or a seasoned executive, this conversation will shift how you think about influence, development, and presence in leadership. About the Guest: Rutherford Pascal is the founder of GlassWalls Leadership, a people-first leadership consultancy helping executives lead with clarity, integrity, and calm presence. Known for his practical wisdom and decades of leadership excellence, Rutherford created the PID System to help leaders elevate their teams, sharpen their personal edge, and operate from a place of purpose-driven impact. Key Takeaways: Listening is the most overlooked leadership trait—real leadership starts with truly hearing your people. The PID System—Preparation, Intentionality, and Differentiation—creates leaders who are irreplaceable and deeply effective. Structure brings freedom—daily mindset rituals around intention and preparation cultivate inner peace and clarity. Great leaders develop others daily—not just in annual reviews. Intentional communication minimizes conflict and builds lasting trust. Connect with Rutherford Pascal: Website: https://glasswallsleadership.com LinkedIn: Rutherford Pascal Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! •⁠ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife •⁠ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod •⁠ Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod •⁠ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind •⁠ LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, Jem Fuller shares his extraordinary journey from barefoot backpacker to leadership coach and mindfulness teacher. Jem breaks down the practical meaning of consciousness, showing how daily mindfulness, conscious communication, and self-awareness can reshape our lives. He discusses the power of presence, why our ego blocks real connection, and how simple pauses throughout the day can help us stay grounded. Whether you're caught in digital distractions or struggling with reactive communication, Jem offers accessible tools to wake up, reconnect, and live intentionally. About the Guest: Jem Fuller is a leadership coach, retreat facilitator, author, and speaker. His diverse life experiences — from traveling the world to corporate leadership — inform his work in conscious leadership and mindfulness. Through retreats in the Himalayas and Bali, his coaching practice, and his writing, Jem helps people rediscover awareness and live more connected, intentional lives. Key Takeaways: Consciousness is simply awareness of the present moment. Ego-driven defensiveness often blocks true communication and connection. Mindfulness can be practiced anytime — while walking, brushing teeth, or having a conversation. Nature plays a powerful role in reconnecting us to ourselves. Small daily rituals like pauses, affirmations, movement, and introspection keep us grounded. Conscious relationships offer profound healing and reconnection. Connect with Jem Fuller: Website: www.jemfuller.com Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this moving episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya speaks with Padmini Pandya—an organizational psychologist, spiritual thinker, and creative soul—about the profound experience of finding peace when closure never comes. From the quiet grief of a lost love to navigating identity across continents, Padmini shares how silence, karmic accountability, and inner clarity have shaped her understanding of love, loss, and healing. Through deeply personal reflections, she offers insight into grief, the nature of unresolved endings, and the emotional power of acceptance without confrontation. About the Guest: Padmini Pandya is a fourth-generation East African Indian, raised across cultures and continents. An organizational psychologist and strategist, she bridges spiritual depth with human behavior. Padmini is the creator of Pieces of Miss Mini, a YouTube and Instagram platform where she shares insights on love, loss, and life’s unanswered questions. Key Takeaways: Closure isn’t always necessary to find peace. Radical acceptance and karmic accountability are key to healing. Multicultural experiences can teach resilience in ambiguity. Grief becomes part of identity—it’s not something to “get over.” In personal and professional life, how people behave says more about them than you. Connect with the Guest: YouTube: Pieces of Miss Mini Instagram: @piecesofmissmini Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM – Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #HealthyMindByAvik #MentalHealthAwareness #PersonalDevelopment #GriefHealing #PeaceWithoutClosure #MindfulnessMatters #InnerpeaceBetterHealth #VoicesOfUnity

In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Andrew Wilson, a trauma-informed fear coach and Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT) practitioner. Andrew shares how past life experiences shape present-day trauma and how confronting these soul memories can lead to deep, lasting healing. From reversing traumatic imprints to healing generational wounds and chronic illnesses, Andrew reveals how fear is often an illusion masking profound opportunities for growth. This conversation explores how inner awareness, body listening, journaling, meditation, and forgiveness can free us from repeating patterns and help us reclaim wholeness. About the Guest: Andrew Wilson is a trauma-informed fear coach and Quantum Healing Hypnosis practitioner. Through his coaching, podcast Beyond Transcendence with Andrew, and his book The Enemy Within: Fear Is Our Greatest Opponent, Andrew helps individuals heal from unresolved trauma by tapping into the wisdom of past lives, energy work, and subconscious healing. Key Takeaways: Past life experiences can create present-day trauma and patterns. Quantum healing enables reversing traumatic memories to create healing. Fear is often a doorway, not a dead end—it signals where healing is needed. Listening to the body's signals is critical; discomfort often points to unresolved emotional blocks. Daily shadow work, forgiveness, and self-awareness foster true healing. Healing can release generational and karmic cycles, even impacting physical health conditions. Creating a soul-safe space allows for deeper emotional and energetic release. Connect with Andrew Wilson: Podcast: Beyond Transcendence with Andrew Email: [email protected] Book: The Enemy Within: Fear Is Our Greatest Opponent – Available on Amazon Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Bethany Shelton, founder of Be Limitless Now, to explore her extraordinary transformation following the devastating loss of her only child. Bethany shares how her journey through grief led her into the world of quantum healing, spiritual communication, and heart-centered living. She opens up about receiving signs from her son, shifting her frequency, and learning how to turn pain into purpose. This conversation is a raw, direct look at how grief can be a catalyst for deep spiritual awakening and conscious healing. About the Guest: Bethany Shelton is a spiritual mentor and the founder of Be Limitless Now. After the tragic passing of her only child, Bethany turned her grief into a mission to guide others through loss, emotional healing, and energetic transformation. With direct experience and spiritual insights, she helps clients release mental noise, clear energetic blocks, and access soul-level awareness using quantum principles, frequency work, and ancestral clearing. Key Takeaways: Grief can become a gateway to spiritual transformation. Frequency and energy awareness are essential for healing and communication with the spiritual realm. Childhood programming often shapes emotional responses; awareness can break these cycles. Self-compassion, heart-based living, and conscious choice are vital to shift from victimhood to empowerment. Healing involves both releasing inherited trauma and intentionally choosing new frequencies daily. Connect with Bethany Shelton: Website: Be Limitless Now Book a Free 30-Minute Call via her website TikTok: Be Limitless Now Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch: DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! • YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod • Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind • LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Dr. Flavio Souza-Campos — mystic scientist, bestselling author, and transformational healer — to unpack the deeper truths about love, heartbreak, and emotional healing. Dr. Flavio challenges common myths about heartbreak, revealing why time alone doesn’t heal emotional wounds. He shares his journey from personal heartbreak to creating Chocolate Love Alchemy, a unique blend of therapy, sensory healing, and group transformation. The conversation offers practical tools for rebuilding trust, reclaiming emotional strength, and understanding how real love is built on spiritual structure, not fleeting emotions. A must-listen for anyone navigating love, loss, or longing for deeper connection. About the Guest: Dr. Flavio Souza-Campos is a renowned relationship expert, hypnotherapist, and author who has helped over 44,000 people heal from heartbreak and emotional pain. With a unique approach blending neuroscience, spirituality, and sensory healing, his Chocolate Love Alchemy workshops offer a fresh path to emotional connection. His work empowers people to turn personal struggles into breakthroughs. Key Takeaways: Love is not just emotion; it's a spiritual structure rooted in giving, not receiving. Time doesn't heal heartbreak; conscious inner work does. High achievers often struggle with intimacy due to their perfection-driven mindset. Rebuilding emotional trust starts with physical self-care, healthy routines, and feeding the mind with positive input. Chocolate Love Alchemy uses hands-on sensory experiences to help people reconnect with their hearts. Connect with Dr. Flavio Souza-Campos: Website: www.awesomerelations.life Find his books on Amazon by searching his name. Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! • YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod • Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind • LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya welcomes Rich Lewis, author of Sitting With God. Rich shares how centering prayer, journaling, gratitude, and affirmations serve as pathways to deeper self-awareness and healing. He opens up about overcoming limiting beliefs rooted in fear and how small daily doses of silence can lead to significant personal transformation. Listeners will gain practical insights into starting a meditation practice, breaking free from anxiety, and letting silence be a teacher in the noisy chaos of modern life. About the Guest: Rich Lewis is a speaker, coach, and author of Sitting With God. For over a decade, he has practiced and taught centering prayer, a silent form of meditation that helps individuals connect with their true selves and the divine. Rich complements his practice with journaling, gratitude, and affirmations to foster spiritual and personal growth. Key Takeaways: There’s no such thing as a bad meditation—just show up. Start with 5 minutes of daily silence and build consistency. Journaling and gratitude complement centering prayer and foster clarity. Letting go of fear is essential to unlocking one’s true potential. Silence is not emptiness; it’s a gateway to inner wisdom and peace. Connect with Rich Lewis: Visit: silenceteaches.com Get a free eBook on centering prayer when subscribing. Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! • YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod • Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind • LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Matt Morizio—faith-driven father of seven, former pro baseball player, and founder of Reconstructing Wealth. Matt shares his personal journey of losing his professional identity after leaving baseball, and how it led him to reevaluate his relationship with money, purpose, and self-worth. The conversation dives into how identity shapes financial behavior, why internal work must precede external wealth, and how peace is possible even amid debt when you change your perspective on money. If you feel trapped by titles, income, or expectations, this is a conversation you don't want to miss. About the Guest: Matt Morizio is the founder of Reconstructing Wealth, where he helps individuals redefine their relationship with money through internal transformation. After a career in professional baseball, Matt experienced the identity crisis that many high achievers face. Today, he empowers others to move from scarcity to abundance by shifting their mindset around money, purpose, and identity. As a husband, father of seven, and a man of deep faith, Matt brings both practical insights and spiritual grounding to the financial journey. Key Takeaways: Identity work must happen before financial success to avoid self-sabotage. Most people suffer in silence with money due to societal taboos around financial conversations. True wealth is not about income or debt levels but your relationship with money. Faith and purpose act as anchors when navigating overwhelming responsibilities. Changing your money mindset can transform your entire family legacy. Connect with Matt Morizio: Website: www.reconstructingwealth.com Instagram: @mattmorizio Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this heart-centered episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, Leah Chrest—author, preacher, Christian meditation teacher, and devoted mother—shares how grief, surrender, and faith reshaped her life. Leah opens up about her personal journey through trauma, her husband's alcoholism, and his eventual passing, and how meditation helped her release control and anchor deeply in God's presence. She explains how Christian meditation is about listening as much as praying, and how surrendering outcomes allows miracles to unfold. For anyone facing loss, overwhelm, or doubt, this conversation offers powerful insights on leaning into divine guidance and trusting that God’s plans always surpass our own. About the Guest: Leah Chrest is the author of It's Okay to Be Okay, a book that explores grief as a transformative teacher. She integrates her experiences as a wife, mother, math teacher, and spiritual guide into her teachings on Christian meditation and surrender. Through her writing, speaking, and personal journey, Leah offers a profound message of hope, healing, and the peace that comes from letting go. Key Takeaways: Surrender is not weakness but a path to peace and alignment with God’s will. Christian meditation allows space to listen, not just speak, deepening the relationship with God. Grief can become a profound teacher when viewed as part of God’s greater plan. Letting go of control opens doors to unexpected miracles and personal growth. Even small acts of surrender, like releasing expectations, can foster deeper trust in divine timing. Connect with Leah Chrest: Visit her blog: http://www.thecontemplativechristian.com/ Find links to her books, YouTube channel, Substack, and contact information there. Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

What if your next layoff—or decision to walk away—could lead to your greatest breakthrough? In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya is joined by Pav Lertjitbanjong, founder of LayoffReady.com and a top MBA who left her corporate career at 43—not because she had to, but because she planned for it. Pav shares how personal crises like divorce and the loss of a loved one sparked a radical shift, pushing her to redefine success, reclaim her time, and layoff-proof her life. Learn how to calculate your “freedom number,” reduce your financial dependence, and build the courage to create your next chapter—on your terms. About the Guest: Pav Lertjitbanjong is a financial resilience strategist and founder of LayoffReady.com. With a background in corporate leadership and an elite MBA, she now helps high achievers design exit strategies, secure financial independence, and create empowered lives post-corporate. Her mission is to normalize conversations around financial readiness and mental clarity before crisis hits. Key Takeaways: You don’t need a trust fund to retire early—know your survival, FU, and FIRE numbers. Layoff-proofing is about creating options, not just job security. Courage over comfort: small, consistent steps create big freedom. Mental health, sleep, and clarity are worth more than job titles. Walking away is not failure—it’s a planned pivot to peace. Connect with Pav: Website: www.layoffready.com TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@momentsofreset Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! • YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod • Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind • LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this gripping episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya speaks with Nico Verresen—former Muay Thai fighter turned performance psychologist and Tantra guide—on the transformative power of intensity. From the fighting ring to meditation halls, Nico has mastered the art of transmuting stress and conflict into clarity and presence. This conversation explores how stress, when reframed, can become our greatest teacher and how conflict, when embraced, deepens connection rather than breaks it. Nico shares profound insights on somatic wisdom, emotional resilience, and the spiritual strength found in discomfort. About the Guest: Nico Verresen is a performance psychologist, somatic coach, Tantra practitioner, and ex-elite Muay Thai fighter. He coaches high-performing men to convert pressure into presence and align their life with true values. His approach blends warrior discipline with spiritual depth, bridging neuroscience, intimacy work, and sacred embodiment. Key Takeaways: Stress is not your enemy—it’s your body’s way of signaling importance and opportunity. Fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses are survival patterns; true power begins with awareness of your triggers. Long-term intimacy and clarity arise when you stay present in conflict rather than avoid it. Mastery over self comes from integrating intensity—not suppressing it. Real freedom is living a life of chosen values, not adopted rules. Connect with Nico Verresen: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nico_verresen/?hl=en — DM him directly Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

What happens when ambition collides with addiction? In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with Dean Patrick—former Stanford student, crypto hedge fund founder, and author of God Money. Dean opens up about his dramatic fall from financial success into drug-induced psychosis, and how that collapse became the unlikely gateway to spiritual awakening. He shares how Zen Buddhism, radical self-inquiry, and the simplicity of breathwork helped him find meaning beyond money, control, and ego. If you're navigating a dark moment, this conversation offers grounded wisdom and a way through. About the Guest: Dean Patrick is the author of God Money: Lost and Found in the Crypto Wilderness. Once a rising star in Silicon Valley's finance scene, Dean faced a severe collapse after addiction and the crypto crash derailed his career. Today, he is a Zen practitioner, writer, and speaker dedicated to exploring spiritual sobriety, self-forgiveness, and conscious healing. Key Takeaways: True healing begins when we stop chasing control and start accepting impermanence. Addiction often stems from self-induced suffering and the illusion of separation. Zen meditation isn’t an escape—it’s a return to presence and wholeness. Self-forgiveness is essential for sustained recovery and personal peace. Breath is the most accessible and powerful tool to reconnect with the present moment. Connect with Dean A. Patrick: Order his book God Money: Lost and Found in the Crypto Wilderness on Amazon (available in paperback, eBook, and audiobook). Just search “Dean Patrick God Money” or find it via Google. For more details, visit - https://www.deanpatrickauthor.com/ Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us: YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

What if fear wasn’t something to conquer—but a signal for a different kind of leadership? In this powerful episode, hypnotist and neurodivergence coach Duff McDuffee unpacks how many of us live trapped in a punishment paradigm—motivating ourselves through fear, stress, and “shoulds.” Duff offers a radical alternative: motivation rooted in joy, love, and devotion. From gentle language reframing to body-based shifts like “bounce-shake-flow,” he shares practical tools for reclaiming energy, creativity, and inner power. A must-listen for neurodivergent entrepreneurs, overthinkers, and anyone ready to lead from heart—not hustle. About the Guest: Duff McDuffee is a hypnotist, NLP trainer, and coach for neurodivergent entrepreneurs. His work centers on shifting people out of fear-based motivation into inspired, heart-led action. Duff specializes in helping individuals with ADHD, autism, and sensitive nervous systems rewire their internal narratives and reclaim their unique brilliance. Key Takeaways: Stress and productivity often stem from a punishment paradigm—doing things out of fear, obligation, or self-criticism. Joy and love can be far more sustainable motivators—offering flow, ease, and renewed energy. Neurodivergent individuals may struggle with discipline but thrive with devotion and inspiration. Language reframes, such as shifting from “I have to” to “I choose to,” unlock a powerful sense of agency. Somatic practices like “bounce-shake-flow” help dissolve resistance and restore energy flow. Resistance isn’t failure—it’s feedback. Work with it, not against it. Connect with Duff McDuffee: Visit: www.boulderhypnosisworks.com Sign up for his email series or explore working with him directly. Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch: DM Me Here Tune to all our 15 podcasts: Podcast Network Subscribe To Newsletter: Substack Join Our Community: Nas.io Stay Tuned And Follow Us: YouTube – HealthyMind-HealthyLife Instagram – @healthyminds.pod Threads – @healthyminds.pod Facebook – Podcast Page LinkedIn – Reema Chatterjee | Avik Chakraborty #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this heartfelt episode of , host Shreya sits down with Dr. Caroline Eick—co-founder of the Center for Heart Mind Coherence—to explore the powerful intersection of trauma healing, spiritual wisdom, and neurocardiology. Caroline opens up about her personal journey through intergenerational PTSD and parenting a child with a mental health condition. She shares how heart-based practices transformed not only her inner life but also her relationships—particularly the one with her son. If you’ve ever struggled to find peace amid emotional chaos, this conversation offers deep insight and practical tools. About the Guest: Dr. Caroline Eick is a trauma-informed spiritual mentor, contemplative guide, and co-founder of the Center for Heart Mind Coherence. Her work integrates breathwork, neuroscience, and ancestral healing to help people transform emotional pain into compassion and wisdom. Her methodology centers around heart-based awareness, inner alignment, and breaking core emotional patterns. Key Takeaways: The heart is more than a physical organ—it’s a center of emotional intelligence. Healing begins by tuning inward and softening our emotional patterns. Heart-based breathwork can transform conflict into compassion. Trauma is not defined by events but by how the nervous system processes them. Consistent heart-focused practices create ripple effects in families and communities. Connect with Caroline Eick: Visit: https://cfhmc.com You’ll find workshops, monthly heart-to-heart circles, and a powerful emotional self-assessment tool. 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 Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this powerful episode of , host Shreya sits down with Ellen Busch—trauma survivor, life coach, and author of Disempowered. From escaping abuse to training with Navy SEALs, Ellen shares how she transformed her life by confronting limiting beliefs, reclaiming her voice, and committing to deep healing. She opens up about the critical moment on a crowded highway that sparked her journey, how discipline and breathwork became tools for transformation, and why thriving—not just surviving—is possible for anyone willing to begin. This episode is a raw and grounded look at what it means to heal from the inside out. About the Guest – Ellen Busch: Ellen Busch is the author of Disempowered: From the Silence of Abuse to the Grit of Navy SEAL Training. She is a certified life coach and speaker dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their voice after trauma. A survivor of domestic abuse and dyslexia, Ellen draws from personal experience and elite training to support others in their healing journey. Key Takeaways: Ellen’s healing began with a “surrender point” on a highway—choosing to live differently. Her biggest limiting belief was internalized shame from dyslexia and abuse. Training with Navy SEAL Commander Mark Divine taught her emotional resilience through physical discipline. Breathwork, especially box breathing, can be a starting point for calming the nervous system and healing trauma. Healing is not linear. It takes time, commitment, and trustworthy guidance. Reclaiming your voice is about authenticity and aligning with your true purpose. Connect with Ellen Busch: Website: ellenbusch.com Instagram: @ellenbusch1500 Book: Disempowered available on Amazon & Audible Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM: DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us: YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya is joined by Tara Wiskow—intuitive energy healer, reinvention guide, and the founder of Be The Change You Need. Tara shares her transformative journey of shedding 220 pounds and confronting deep patterns of self-abandonment and people-pleasing. She breaks down how emotional weight can weigh heavier than physical, why women often sabotage themselves to feel “enough,” and how energetic healing can unlock authentic self-worth. This conversation is a raw and real exploration of healing, power, and what it truly means to come home to yourself. About the Guest: Tara Wiskow is an intuitive energy healer and founder of the “She Rises” program, designed to help women move from survival mode to self-leadership. After a radical personal transformation—including the loss of over 220 pounds—Tara now guides others in healing energy blocks, releasing self-sabotage, and claiming their power. Her work blends intuitive clearing, mindset shifts, and emotional healing for deep inner reinvention. Key Takeaways: True transformation begins after the weight is lost—when the inner work starts. Women often self-abandon to be “enough” for others, masking unmet needs. The first step to reclaiming power is committing just 5 minutes a day to yourself. Energy blocks are like hardened clay; clearing them allows your true self to rise. Reinvention starts with letting go of the old and choosing a new internal truth. Connect with Tara Wiskow: Visit https://tara-wiskow.com/ to explore Tara’s offerings, watch her free 4-part video series, book a Be The Change You Need session, and follow her on social platforms. Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM – Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! •⁠ ⁠YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife • Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod • Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind • LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ • LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya sits down with ADHD coach and author Sue Day to uncover what ADHD really feels like inside the body. Sue shares her lived experience and the emotional toll of burnout, rejection sensitivity, and the misunderstood brilliance of neurodivergent minds. Together, they unpack how ADHD impacts introspection, emotional regulation, and the mind-body connection. Sue offers tangible, body-based tools—from balancing exercises to micro-mindfulness—that make self-regulation more accessible. This conversation isn't about fixing ADHD; it's about understanding it with compassion and clarity. About the Guest Sue Day is an ADHD coach and founder of Pathways Forward Coaching. Known for her relatable and research-backed approach, Sue helps clients understand the somatic side of ADHD and unlock their unique strengths. She’s the author of ADHD Brilliant: A Journey Into Your Extraordinary Brain and leads free weekly coaching sessions to support those on a similar path. Key Takeaways ADHD affects both mental and physical introspection, often causing people to miss body cues. Reframing your day with a "what I did" list builds self-worth and momentum. Burnout in ADHD often goes unnoticed until the body shuts down—early detection is key. Simple somatic tools like finger rubbing or balancing can shift focus and reduce overwhelm. Society’s narrative about ADHD needs to evolve—it’s not a deficit, it’s a different kind of brilliance. Connect with Sue Day Website: https://pathwaysforwardcoaching.com Book: ADHD Brilliant available via her website Free resources, strategy sessions, and group coaching details also available on her site. Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch: DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune in to all 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Our Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned and Follow Us: YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, we’re joined by Rachel Vancelette—global art curator, fashion visionary, and healing guide—who brings a rare perspective on how art, fashion, and technology intersect to support emotional well-being. Rachel shares deeply personal experiences of navigating trauma and stress through artistic meditation, offering insight into how creativity can be a profound spiritual and healing practice. From walking through museums to creating community through color and texture, Rachel redefines mindfulness beyond stillness, encouraging listeners to reclaim peace through sensory expression. This conversation is a powerful reminder that art isn't just decorative—it's transformative. About the Guest: Rachel Vancelette is a globally recognized art curator, technologist, and fashion industry leader who has worked with institutions like Vogue Italia. Her work spans the boundaries of creativity and wellness, curating not just art but healing experiences. Founder of platforms like Vancelette Global Art and INTXPERT, Rachel collaborates with over 200 creatives worldwide, exploring how artistic expression fosters inner peace and societal connection. Key Takeaways: Art can be a powerful meditative and healing practice, not just an aesthetic experience. Creative expression—including fashion, color, and design—can reduce stress and reconnect us to our inner self. Technology, when used intentionally, can enhance spiritual and artistic connection rather than hinder it. Healing often begins by returning to childhood joys—horses, nature, music, or simply walking through a museum. Artistic experiences in community settings can foster deeper emotional engagement and social awareness. Connect with Rachel Vancelette: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rvancelette/?hl=en Website: https://www.vancelette.com/ Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PodMatch – Send me a message: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune in to all 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join the Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned and Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – Avik Chakraborty | Reema Chatterjee #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this transformative episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Shreya dives deep into the emotional landscape with Donnie Summers, a transformational coach and intuitive guide. Donnie shares how subconscious reprogramming, presence, and emotional intelligence offer a practical path from reaction to regulation. From EFT tapping to parts work and body-based mindfulness, this conversation reveals tools to help you shift from chaos to clarity—tools that go far beyond traditional talk therapy. Tune in for grounded practices and profound insights to regulate your nervous system, build better relationships, and live with intention. About the Guest: Donnie Summers is a Transformational Coach known for his ability to read unspoken emotions and body language with precision. Blending modalities like NLP, EFT, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), he guides people to untangle emotional blocks and rewire their mindset. Donnie’s work is grounded in presence and self-acceptance, supporting clients to reclaim inner authority and emotional freedom. Key Takeaways: Emotional regulation starts with presence, not suppression. “STOP” (Stop, Take a breath, Observe, Proceed) is a simple CBT-based tool to build awareness. Parts work teaches us to accept and lead the inner “committee” of voices, rather than silence them. EFT helps release emotion from the body using acupressure points—especially powerful for anger and fear. Subtle cues in body language often reveal what words mask; paying attention shifts everything. Regulation allows you to choose your response, strengthening relationships and your sense of peace. Allow yourself to be a “white belt” in emotional mastery. Progress begins with self-compassion. Connect with Donnie Summers: Email: https://beyondlimitscoaching.carrd.co Listeners can learn more about my work, explore my offerings, and book a free intro session. It’s a great next step for anyone resonating with the healing or emotional transformation topics we cover. Donnie offers free discovery calls to explore alignment and support. Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune in to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! •⁠ ⁠YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife •⁠ ⁠Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod •⁠ ⁠Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod •⁠ ⁠Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind •⁠ ⁠LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

In this energizing episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, we’re joined by Luke Jean-Louis—coach, author, podcaster, and voiceover artist—who turned a lifelong compliment about his deep voice into a mission-driven brand. Luke shares how being laid off became the breakthrough he didn’t know he needed. He walks us through how he moved from Wall Street routine to a freedom-based lifestyle, coaching others to escape the 9-5 grind without glamorizing hustle culture. If you've ever questioned the price of your paycheck or wondered how to start living life on your own terms, this is the episode to tune into. About the Guest: Luke Jean-Louis is the creator of The Deep Voice Man Show, a global podcast heard in over 110 countries. As a life coach, author of Life Lessons from the Deep Voice Man, and a sought-after speaker, he teaches professionals how to build personal brands, launch coaching businesses, and reclaim their time through scalable online models. With Haitian roots and a Manhattan upbringing, Luke’s story bridges ambition, identity, and the courage to walk away from societal norms. Key Takeaways: Your voice—literal or metaphorical—can be your brand if you’re willing to listen to it. Fear and regret are the two main forces shaping career decisions; only one of them deserves your attention. True freedom isn’t about hustle—it’s about alignment and leverage. Starting doesn’t require a massive leap: begin with a book, a podcast, or a well-priced offer. Time, not money, is the real asset. Reclaiming it requires mindset, strategy, and support. Connect with Luke Jean-Louis: Visit his podcast: The Deep Voice Man Show Read his book: Life Lessons from the Deep Voice Man Website: www.deepvoicecoach.com Email: [email protected] Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM: Send me a message on PodMatch: DM Me Here Tune to all our 15 podcasts: Healthy Mind Podcast Network Subscribe To Newsletter: Join Here Join Community: Join the Tribe Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness