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In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, Avik Chakraborty sits down with Shane Gerhard, creator of the "Friendship Blueprint," to explore the dynamics of meaningful friendships. They discuss the "circles of friendship," a framework for understanding different levels of connection, and the importance of authenticity, intentionality, and boundaries in building fulfilling relationships. About the Guest: Shane Gerhard is the creator of the "Friendship Blueprint," a guide that helps individuals transform surface-level interactions into deep, genuine connections. Shane’s personal experiences with loneliness and the journey to find authentic connections inspire his mission to help others build meaningful friendships. Reach - https://www.thefriendshipblueprint.com/limited-offer  Key Takeaways: Circles of Friendship: Friends can fall into three main categories – environmental, chosen, and inner circles – each requiring different levels of trust and engagement. Intentionality in Friendships: True friendships require active investment and intentional follow-up, especially as we age and regular social circles shrink. Authenticity Matters: Feeling lonely in friendships can indicate a lack of authenticity, where individuals hide parts of themselves to fit in. Boundaries and Balance: Setting boundaries in friendships is essential, though it may require intentional communication to avoid creating feelings of distance. One Key Learning: To cultivate fulfilling relationships, it’s crucial to understand your own needs and to be intentional with the time and energy invested in friendships.

15 Marras 202418min

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty is joined by Lindsey Carnick, LCSW, MSW, MA, the founder of Onward Psychological Services. Together, they dive into the fascinating world of "sticky thoughts"—those persistent, limiting beliefs that hold us back. Lindsey shares her expert insights on how we can unravel these thoughts and shift our mindset using powerful tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). If you’re ready to break free from the mental cycles that keep you stuck, this conversation is packed with actionable strategies for reclaiming your mental well-being. About the Guest: Lindsey Carnick is a licensed clinical social worker and a therapist with a wealth of experience in helping individuals and couples overcome limiting narratives. She is the founder of Onward Psychological Services, where she empowers her clients to shift their mindset and take control of their emotional well-being. Lindsey specializes in stress management, emotional resilience, and uses ACT techniques to help her clients lead more fulfilling lives. Reach - https://onwardpsychservices.com/  Key Takeaways: Sticky thoughts are mental patterns that feel inescapable but can be broken down through mindfulness and acceptance. The harder we try to push away these intrusive thoughts, the more they stick. Instead, embracing them and observing them without judgment can lead to relief. Cognitive fusion is when we mistake our thoughts for reality, intensifying anxiety and stress. Slowing down and recognizing this shift is a critical first step toward breaking free. Learning to treat thoughts as possibilities, not facts, can drastically reduce their emotional impact. One Key Learning: The most important step in shifting your thoughts is to slow down and observe when you are treating hypothetical thoughts as undeniable facts. Recognizing this shift can provide immediate relief and help you respond to thoughts with greater perspective and less emotional distress.   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  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/podhealth.club/  Threads - https://www.threads.net/@podhealth.club Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/newandnew/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

14 Marras 202423min

In today’s episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, we dive deep into the importance of stepping back to move forward. Our guest, Jasmine Styles, a seasoned journalist with over a decade of experience, shares her powerful journey of taking a two-month sabbatical to reset, avoid burnout, and come back to her career with renewed purpose and perspective. From dealing with the high demands of news reporting to battling the internal pressure to succeed, Jasmine opens up about how she embraced rest as a tool for growth. This episode is for anyone feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or in need of a mental reset. Jasmine's story is a testament to the importance of self-care and knowing when to take a break for your health and happiness. About the Guest: Jasmine Styles is a veteran journalist with a diverse background, covering major events like hurricanes, the Super Bowl, and critical social issues. With over a decade of experience in the fast-paced world of news, she’s seen the highs, the lows, and the intense pressures of the industry. After realizing the toll her career was taking on her mental health, she decided to take a bold step and take a two-month sabbatical, which ultimately became a turning point in her life. Today, Jasmine continues her work in journalism but with a refreshed outlook and a focus on maintaining balance in a demanding career. Reach - https://www.instagram.com/_newsbae  Key Takeaways: Burnout can happen to anyone, even in careers where you're passionate and successful. Taking a break isn’t a sign of weakness—it's an act of self-preservation and personal growth. The importance of setting boundaries, knowing when to step back, and prioritizing mental health in high-pressure careers. How stepping away from a chaotic environment can give you the clarity to return stronger and more focused. The value of trusting your own judgment and taking control of your mental well-being, even when it means deviating from the expected career path. One Key Learning: Sometimes, in order to move forward in your career or life, you need to take a step back. Jasmine's story shows how a well-timed sabbatical can be a lifeline, helping you recharge, gain perspective, and return to your passions with renewed energy.   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  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/podhealth.club/  Threads - https://www.threads.net/@podhealth.club Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/newandnew/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

14 Marras 202430min

In this deeply personal and empowering episode, we dive into a transformative conversation with Liza Tickle, a childhood abuse survivor who turned her pain into power. She shares her incredible healing journey, from surviving abuse to embracing healing and helping others break free from the shadows of their past. Through her own struggles, Lisa has created a path to freedom, peace, and personal empowerment. Tune in as we discuss the process of healing, reclaiming your power, and the importance of self-awareness and small steps on the road to recovery. About the Guest: Lisa Tickel is a childhood abuse survivor and the founder of Healing and Growing Hand in Hand. She is also the facilitator of the Women's Childhood Abuse Healing Workshop. With years of personal experience in overcoming trauma, Lisa now dedicates her life to helping other women transform their pain into strength. As a speaker, mentor, and advocate for healing, Lisa empowers survivors of childhood abuse to reclaim their lives and their voices. Key Takeaways: Healing Is Possible: Lisa shares how, despite feeling trapped by her trauma for years, the process of healing—though daunting—can lead to immense liberation and joy. The Power of Small Steps: The journey to healing begins with small, manageable steps. Lisa emphasizes that focusing on taking one step at a time can make the overwhelming task of healing more achievable. Self-Awareness as a Catalyst for Change: Gaining self-awareness is a crucial first step in reclaiming your power. By understanding your triggers and reactions, you can start to take control of your responses and heal more effectively. Empowering Others Through Shared Experiences: Lisa explains how her own healing journey led her to help others, showing that turning pain into a tool for empowerment can create ripples of change in others’ lives. One Key Learning: The most important part of healing is not the destination, but the courage to take the first step. Self-awareness and small, consistent actions can begin to break the chains of past trauma, opening the door to freedom and empowerment. , a childhood abuse survivor who turned her pain into power. She shares her incredible healing journey, from surviving abuse to embracing healing and helping others break free from the shadows of their past. Through her own struggles, Liza has created a path to freedom, peace, and personal empowerment. Tune in as we discuss the process of healing, reclaiming your power, and the importance of self-awareness and small steps on the road to recovery.   About the Guest: Lisa is a childhood abuse survivor and the founder of Healing and Growing Hand in Hand. She is also the facilitator of the Women's Childhood Abuse Healing Workshop. With years of personal experience in overcoming trauma, Lisa now dedicates her life to helping other women transform their pain into strength. As a speaker, mentor, and advocate for healing, Liza empowers survivors of childhood abuse to reclaim their lives and their voices. Reach - https://www.youtube.com/@lisamtickel    Key Takeaways: Healing Is Possible: Liza shares how, despite feeling trapped by her trauma for years, the process of healing—though daunting—can lead to immense liberation and joy. The Power of Small Steps: The journey to healing begins with small, manageable steps. Liza emphasizes that focusing on taking one step at a time can make the overwhelming task of healing more achievable. Self-Awareness as a Catalyst for Change: Gaining self-awareness is a crucial first step in reclaiming your power. By understanding your triggers and reactions, you can start to take control of your responses and heal more effectively. Empowering Others Through Shared Experiences: Liza explains how her own healing journey led her to help others, showing that turning pain into a tool for empowerment can create ripples of change in others’ lives. One Key Learning: The most important part of healing is not the destination, but the courage to take the first step. Self-awareness and small, consistent actions can begin to break the chains of past trauma, opening the door to freedom and empowerment.   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  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/podhealth.club/  Threads - https://www.threads.net/@podhealth.club Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/newandnew/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

14 Marras 202418min

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty is joined by Paula Di Marco, a visual artist and writer, who shares her journey of healing through creative expression. Paula opens up about using creativity as a path to navigate the grief and trauma following the loss of her partner. Together, they explore how creative outlets—whether painting, writing, or other forms of self-expression—can provide solace, connection, and strength in the face of life’s darkest challenges. About the Guest: Paula Di Marco is an artist and writer whose journey from heartbreak to healing has become a beacon of resilience. Following the traumatic loss of her partner, she turned to writing and painting as therapeutic outlets, finding purpose in creating art that resonates with others experiencing grief and trauma. Paula continues to share her story through her Substack blog and upcoming book, shedding light on the transformative potential of creativity. Reach -  Substack: https://pauladimarco.substack.com  | website: https://pauladimarco.art   Key Takeaways: Creativity is accessible to all and can take various forms beyond traditional art, such as cooking or gardening. Expressing emotions through creative outlets can provide a release from painful memories and offer a sense of closure. Art, whether visual or written, can create a sanctuary for processing complex emotions like grief, guilt, and anger. Engaging in creative processes fosters resilience and can help individuals find beauty and meaning in difficult experiences. Key Learning for Listeners: Using creativity as a form of self-expression can be a powerful tool for healing, helping individuals process and move forward from emotional pain in meaningful, life-affirming ways.   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  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/podhealth.club/  Threads - https://www.threads.net/@podhealth.club Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/newandnew/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

12 Marras 202415min

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, Avik welcomes Dr. Supraja Suresh, also known as Dr. Sue, a medical doctor and life coach renowned for her insights into achieving sustainable success. Dr. Sue dives into why burnout is so common among high achievers and offers practical steps for maintaining momentum without compromising well-being. Through Dr. Sue's philosophy of simplicity and balance, she shares powerful yet easy-to-implement methods that keep the drive alive without risking emotional or mental depletion. About the Guest: Dr. Supraja Suresh, or Dr. Sue, combines her medical background with life coaching to provide actionable strategies for achieving big goals without the usual burnout. Known for her "simple is powerful" approach, Dr. Sue empowers individuals to lead fulfilling lives by integrating balance and purposeful relaxation, even for the busiest overachievers. Her expertise helps listeners prioritize their well-being while maintaining productivity and ambition. Reach - https://dr-supraja-suresh.ck.page/85289f2645  Key Takeaways: Understanding Burnout: High achievers often push beyond their limits, but recognizing burnout early can help prevent total mental and physical exhaustion. Power of Simplicity: Simple habits, such as setting boundaries and taking regular breaks, are effective tools for sustaining energy and focus. Work-Life Balance Techniques: Dr. Sue shares strategies like disconnecting after work hours and incorporating regular relaxation to avoid burnout. Mindset Shift: Redefining success to include well-being, not just achievements, can lead to more sustainable happiness. One Key Learning for Listeners: Balance is not a luxury but a necessity for high achievers. Practicing simple habits like taking time for oneself and establishing clear boundaries can keep ambition alive without compromising well-being.   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  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/podhealth.club/  Threads - https://www.threads.net/@podhealth.club Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/newandnew/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

12 Marras 202427min

In this episode, we speak with Stephanie Telibasa, founder of House of Physical Therapy in NYC and co-founder of The Billing House. Stephanie shares her experiences and insights on the realities of starting a successful physical therapy practice, the mental hurdles of entrepreneurship, and the tools she uses to balance business demands with her personal health. Listeners will gain valuable tips on managing stress, setting boundaries, and finding harmony between work and personal life, even when the journey gets tough.   About the Guest: Stephanie Telibasa is a physical therapist, entrepreneur, and co-founder of multiple healthcare-related businesses, including The Billing House and Planning PT. Her career journey began with the desire to provide high-quality one-on-one care, which led her to open her own practice. Over the years, she has navigated the ups and downs of business growth while staying committed to her own health and supporting other healthcare entrepreneurs on similar paths. Reach - https://www.houseofphysicaltherapy.com  Key Takeaways: Overcoming Mental Hurdles in Entrepreneurship – Stephanie emphasizes that starting a business can be isolating and exhausting, and shares strategies for navigating the intense demands of entrepreneurship while learning new skills like marketing, networking, and operations. Balancing Health and Business – She discusses the concept of "seasons," explaining that in startup phases, personal health routines may take a back seat. In later stages, it’s essential to reintroduce self-care to maintain a sustainable balance. Tools for Managing Stress – Stephanie found unconventional methods like cold showers, high-intensity workouts, and listening to other entrepreneurs' stories to build resilience during stressful periods. Creating Work-Life Fluidity – Instead of rigid boundaries, Stephanie advocates for a fluid approach where personal health and work are balanced dynamically, using techniques like mindful walking and scheduled downtime to process thoughts without interruption. The Value of Physical and Mental Synchronization – Stephanie explains how aligning physical activity with mental demands, like sprinting or walking, can help calm racing thoughts and improve focus on both work and personal life.       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  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/podhealth.club/  Threads - https://www.threads.net/@podhealth.club Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/newandnew/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

11 Marras 202415min

In this episode, we sit down with executive coach Nico Van de Venne to explore the deeper meaning of fulfillment beyond traditional success. Nico shares his insights on guiding high achievers who, despite reaching the pinnacle of their careers, often feel empty or unfulfilled. He delves into the importance of balancing ambition with personal satisfaction and the value of experiencing life as a journey rather than a destination. Through powerful analogies and a reflective approach, Nico helps listeners redefine what it means to be truly fulfilled.   About the Guest: Nico Van de Venne is an executive coach specializing in guiding top leaders and high achievers toward finding purpose and satisfaction beyond career success. With a unique coaching approach focused on listening and collaborative exploration, Nico helps his clients uncover their own solutions and shift from an outcome-oriented mindset to one rooted in gratitude and personal meaning. His work is geared toward fostering a more balanced, fulfilling life by integrating personal growth with professional achievement. Reach - https://nicovandevenne.com    Key Takeaways: Personalized Approach to Coaching: Nico emphasizes the importance of understanding each individual's unique journey and helping them uncover their own answers rather than providing generic solutions. Balancing Ambition and Fulfillment: True satisfaction comes from enjoying the journey rather than solely focusing on achieving end goals. Success can and should coexist with a sense of purpose and joy in daily life. Human Being vs. Human Doing: Nico highlights the importance of "being" over "doing." Instead of constantly working towards achievements, finding fulfillment requires embracing the present and cultivating gratitude. Rethinking Success and Wealth: Success is a human-made concept, often mistaken for happiness. Fulfillment comes when success is used as a tool to add value to the world and support others, creating a cycle of giving and receiving. Living Beyond the Desire for More: While the urge for more is natural, Nico encourages a balanced approach where ambition serves as a pathway to a meaningful, fulfilling life rather than an endless pursuit of external achievements.   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  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/podhealth.club/  Threads - https://www.threads.net/@podhealth.club Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/newandnew/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

11 Marras 202419min