Why Do We Struggle to Let Go and How Can the Body Lead the Way with Somatic Freedom? featuring Melanie Smithson

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Samir ElKamouny, a high-performance marketing expert and entrepreneur, to discuss the realities of entrepreneurship, mindset shifts, and avoiding burnout. Samir shares insights on how to scale a business without sacrificing well-being, the importance of mindfulness in decision-making, and why success is about more than just financial growth. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the hustle cycle, struggled with self-doubt, or wondered how to build a business that supports your life (not the other way around), this episode is for you.   About the Guest:   Samir ElKamouny is the founder of Fetch & Funnel, a cutting-edge digital marketing agency that has helped top brands scale successfully. With a passion for business, travel, spirituality, and personal growth, Samir believes that true success comes from balancing business with well-being and purpose.   Key Takeaways:   🚀 Burnout isn’t just about working too much – it’s about how you work and take care of yourself.🧘 Mindfulness fuels success – taking moments of stillness leads to better decisions and clarity.📈 Failure is just feedback – setbacks are stepping stones to greater success.🌎 Travel broadens perspective – experiencing different cultures shifts how you see business and life.💡 Entrepreneurship is a journey – enjoy the process, not just the destination.   Connect with Samir ElKamouny:   🔥 Visit Fetch & Funnel:fetchfunnel.com📲 Follow Samir on Social Media:LinkedIn | Instagram🎙️ Stay Inspired: Dive into Samir’s content on business, mindset, and personal growth.   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?   DM me on PodMatch!💌 DM Me Here:https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik 📩 Subscribe to Our Newsletter:https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/🌟 Join the Community:https://nas.io/healthymind   Stay Connected!   📺 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/   💡 Your business should work for you—not the other way around. Prioritize your well-being, and create a life that truly lights you up! #entrepreneurship #mindset #businessgrowth #burnoutrecovery #successwithoutstress #mentalclarity #personaldevelopment #podmatch #podmatch

20 Maalis 22min

In this powerful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Jen Beck, a bestselling author, award-winning speaker, and registered nutrition consultant who has spent over 20 years transforming lives through sustainable health strategies. Jen shares her expertise on how to achieve success without sacrificing health, happiness, and sanity. In a world that glorifies hustle culture, Jen explains why pushing harder isn’t always the answer—and how prioritizing well-being can actually lead to greater success. She dives deep into topics like:✔️ The root causes of weight loss resistance (it’s not just about eating less and exercising more!)✔️ How stress and self-sabotage impact your success✔️ Practical nutrition and mindset shifts to help you feel energized and thrive✔️ The #1 mistake high achievers make that leads to burnout✔️ Simple daily strategies to reduce stress and reclaim your health If you feel stuck in the cycle of stress, exhaustion, and unhealthy habits, this episode will empower you to make lasting changes and thrive in all areas of life.   About the Guest – Jen Beck   Jen Beck is the CEO & Founder of Complete Health Revolution, a bestselling author, award-winning speaker, and registered nutrition consultant. With over two decades of experience, Jen specializes in helping high achievers overcome stress, weight loss resistance, and self-sabotage to create sustainable success. She’s worked with thousands of people to heal from the inside out, identifying the root causes of burnout and health struggles, so they can reach their full potential—without sacrificing their well-being.   Key Takeaways from the Episode   ✅ Hustle culture is a trap – Success doesn’t have to come at the cost of health and happiness.✅ Prioritizing yourself isn’t selfish – It’s essential for long-term success and fulfillment.✅ Weight loss isn’t just about food – Emotional factors and unconscious beliefs play a huge role.✅ Stress is the silent killer – Chronic stress leads to weight gain, fatigue, and poor decision-making.✅ Success should feel GOOD – If you’re burnt out, it’s time to rewrite the rules and create balance.✅ Daily micro-changes lead to massive transformation – Start with hydration, mindful eating, and stress management.   Connect with Jen Beck   🔗 Website: Complete Health Revolution🎁 Free Gift: Recharging Strategies for Ambitious People📌 Social Media: Instagram: @JenBeckCompleteHealth Facebook: Jen Beck Complete Health LinkedIn: Jen Beck   Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?   🎙 DM Me on PodMatch – Send a message📩 Subscribe to Our Newsletter – Join here👥 Join Our Community – Connect on NAS.IO   Stay Tuned & Follow Us!📺 YouTube📸 Instagram📖 Threads👍 Facebook💼 LinkedIn 💡 Ready to thrive without burnout? Start small. Start today. #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #success #wellness #stressmanagement #nutrition #mindset #podmatch

20 Maalis 21min

In this transformative conversation, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with David Alan Brown, a master of personal empowerment and self-discovery. They unpack the art of convergence—a method David developed to help individuals integrate their emotions, actions, and spiritual insights for a more intentional and powerful life. David shares his personal journey of moving from confidence and self-actualization to feeling disconnected and unfulfilled—only to rebuild his life by understanding the three core voices that shape our inner world. They explore why traditional self-help and manifestation myths fall short and why real change requires an ongoing, intentional process, not just wishful thinking. If you've ever struggled with feeling stuck, lost, or unsure of your path, this episode will give you practical tools to reclaim your authenticity and purpose.   About the Guest – David Alan Brown   David Alan Brown is an author, speaker, and leader in personal development and empowerment. With over 30 years of experience, he has guided individuals in living with authenticity and purpose. He is the author of Answer the Call and the creator of Convergence, an online course designed to help people align their inner voices for a more intentional life.   Key Takeaways   ✅ You Can’t Think or Pray Yourself into Change – Real transformation comes from action, intention, and spiritual awareness working together, not just visualization. ✅ Manifestation is a Cycle, Not a Straight Line – True change involves vision, action, alignment, gratitude, and ongoing refinement rather than a one-time "set it and forget it" approach. ✅ Recognizing Your Three Voices – Understanding the balance between your spiritual, emotional, and action-driven self is key to living fully. ✅ Fear Means Pay Attention, Not Stop – The fear of uncovering our true selves is natural, but authenticity is where real power and fulfillment lie. ✅ Authenticity is Within, Not Assigned – Break free from societal roles and embrace all aspects of who you are, rather than who you’re told to be.   Connect with David Alan Brown   🌐 Website: DavidAlanBrown.com📖 Online Course:Convergence (available on his website)📱 Instagram: @AuthorDavidAlanBrown   How to Connect & Stay Tuned   🔥 Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM me on PodMatch!➡️ DM Here 📩 Subscribe to My Newsletter:Healthy Mind by Avik👥 Join Our Community:Healthy Mind Network   🎥 Follow for More Episodes & Insights:🔹 YouTube🔹 Instagram🔹 Threads🔹 Facebook🔹 LinkedIn   💬 Let’s keep this conversation going! Share this episode, leave a review, and start embracing intentional living today. #MindOverMasculinity #HealthyMindByAvik #Authenticity #PersonalGrowth #EmotionalWellness #IntentionalLiving #podmatch

20 Maalis 29min

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Chris Scott, the founder of Boscheto, to discuss how entrepreneurs can achieve sustainable business growth without burning out. Many business owners believe in the myth that working 24/7 leads to success. But Chris debunks this misconception and shares actionable strategies for working smarter, not harder. He introduces his SBI 3 framework (Innovate, Implement, Improve) to help business owners focus on efficiency, eliminate execution debt, and make small, high-impact changes that drive long-term success. If you're an entrepreneur struggling with burnout, overwhelmed by endless to-do lists, or feeling stuck in the hustle cycle, this episode is for you!   About the Guest – Chris Scott   Chris Scott is a PMP-certified project manager, change management expert, and founder of Boscheto, a company dedicated to helping small businesses overcome challenges and scale sustainably. He’s on a mission to solve 50,000 business problems by 2030, empowering business owners to build long-lasting, efficient operations without sacrificing their well-being. His SBI 3 system helps businesses focus on solving root problems, testing solutions with minimal risk, and continuously improving.   Key Takeaways from the Episode   ✅ More hours ≠ More results – Effort without execution is just wasted energy.✅ The 80/20 Rule – 80% of your results come from 20% of your highest-value work.✅ Execution debt – Business inefficiencies pile up and lead to burnout.✅ SBI 3 Framework – Solve real problems, test small, and improve continuously.✅ Small, high-impact improvements beat big, risky changes.✅ Find what works for YOU – Cut through the noise and focus on a sustainable system.   Connect with Chris Scott   🔗 Website: Boscheto📩 Newsletter: Get weekly actionable insights from Chris📌 Execution Playbook (Free Download): [Link in Show Notes]💼 LinkedIn: Connect with Chris   Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?   🎙 DM Me on PodMatch – Send a message📩 Subscribe to Our Newsletter – Join here👥 Join Our Community – Connect on NAS.IO   Stay Tuned & Follow Us!📺 YouTube📸 Instagram📖 Threads👍 Facebook💼 LinkedIn 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review! 🚀 #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #entrepreneurship #burnout #worksmarternotharder #businessgrowth #podmatch

20 Maalis 21min

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Bonnie D’Arcangelo, a clinical herbalist and holistic health consultant, to discuss the hidden benefits of silicon in our diet. Silicon, often overlooked in favor of calcium or magnesium, plays a crucial role in bone health, skin elasticity, cardiovascular function, and even longevity. Bonnie shares eye-opening insights on how declining soil quality has reduced our natural silicon intake and why silicon-rich foods and supplements are key to staying youthful and strong. Bonnie also dives into her work at Aetherbal, where she has developed a silicon plasma hydrate formula that enhances healing, reduces pain, and supports nerve function. If you're looking for practical ways to add silicon to your diet, or curious about the latest research on silicon and Alzheimer's prevention, this episode is a must-listen!   About the Guest – Bonnie D’Arcangelo   Bonnie D’Arcangelo is a clinical herbalist, holistic health consultant, and aromatherapist with deep expertise in plant-based medicine and innovative healing techniques. As the founder of Aetherbal, she has pioneered advanced herbal topicals infused with silicon plasma, designed to relieve pain and accelerate tissue repair. Her work blends ancient herbal wisdom with cutting-edge science, offering natural solutions for long-term wellness.   Key Takeaways:   ✅ Silicon is essential for bone strength, skin health, and cardiovascular function but is often missing from modern diets.✅ Natural sources of silicon include leafy greens, unprocessed water, and whole grains, but supplementation may be necessary.✅ Orthosilicic acid is the most absorbable form of silicon, available in liquid form or topical applications for better absorption.✅ Silicon helps remove aluminum from the body, which has been linked to Alzheimer’s disease and neurodegeneration.✅ Plasma-based silicon formulations can help improve nerve function, repair cartilage, and reduce pain naturally.✅ The happiest and longest-living people often consume silicon-rich water and maintain positive emotional well-being.   Connect with Bonnie D’Arcangelo & Aetherbal   🔗 Website:Aetherbal.com🌎 International Shipping Available!   Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?   📩 DM on PodMatch: Connect Here   Join Our Community & Stay Inspired!   📩 Subscribe to the Newsletter:Healthy Mind Newsletter👥 Join the Community:Nas.io/healthymind   Follow Us for More Wellness Insights!   📺 YouTube:@healthymind-healthylife📷 Instagram:@podhealth.club🧵 Threads:@podhealth.club📘 Facebook:Podcast Healthy Mind🔗 LinkedIn:Avik Chakraborty   🎙️ If you found this episode valuable, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit! 🚀💡 #podmatch #healthymind #wellness #podmatch

20 Maalis 27min

In this mind-blowing episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Andy West, motivational speaker and author of Dopamine Mountain and Anhedonia Wastelands. Andy shares powerful, science-backed dopamine hacks to boost motivation, mental resilience, and peak performance. From overcoming long Covid, chronic fatigue, and cognitive dysfunction to training her brain for sustained focus and success, Andy reveals how small dopamine shifts can transform your energy, mindset, and productivity. Discover how simple habits like morning movement, dopamine detoxing, and strategic rewards can help you rewire your brain, break free from burnout, and reclaim control over your life.   About Our Guest – Andy West   Andy West is a motivational speaker, neuroscience researcher, and the author of Dopamine Mountain and Anhedonia Wastelands. After battling severe long Covid for nearly four years, she hacked her dopamine system to restore motivation, mental clarity, and focus. Today, she helps others reset their brains for success, resilience, and personal growth.   Key Takeaways:   ✅ Dopamine is NOT just a feel-good chemical – it’s the key to motivation, focus, and mental resilience.✅ Instant gratification drains dopamine – social media, sugar, and binge-watching are silently sabotaging your motivation.✅ The #1 Morning Hack – Do something challenging before rewarding yourself to rewire your brain for success.✅ Cold showers, journaling, and physical effort can boost dopamine naturally.✅ Struggling with low motivation? Train dopamine to work for you, not against you, using small, daily changes.   Connect with Andy West:   📌 Instagram & Facebook:@DopamineMountain📌 Website:dopaminemountain.com📌 Books:Dopamine Mountain & Anhedonia Wastelands (Available online)   Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?   DM me on PodMatch and let's connect!🔗 DM Me Here   Stay Tuned & Follow Us!   💌 Subscribe to the Newsletter:Healthy Mind by Avik👥 Join Our Community:Health & Mind Hub 📺 YouTube:@healthymind-healthylife📸 Instagram:@podhealth.club🧵 Threads:@podhealth.club📘 Facebook:Healthy Mind Podcast🔗 LinkedIn:Avik Chakraborty   🚀 If this episode helped you, share it with a friend who needs a dopamine reset! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review for more powerful insights every week. #DopamineHacks #MentalResilience #Motivation #HealthyMind #BrainHealth #Neuroscience #podmatch

20 Maalis 23min

In this episode of Healthy Waves, host Avik Chakraborty welcomes the extraordinary Aisha Makara, an artist, entrepreneur, author, and global traveler who has redefined what it means to live freely and fearlessly. From growing up as an orphan to traveling over 60 countries, launching businesses, and even sending her art to outer space with SpaceX, Aisha’s story is a testament to resilience, creativity, and limitless possibilities. We dive into the power of reinvention, how to overcome self-doubt, and why joyful living is a conscious choice. Aisha shares lessons from her nomadic lifestyle, her involvement with Burning Man, and the philosophy behind her book, "The Joyful Living Guidebook". If you've ever felt stuck or uninspired, this episode will challenge you to break free from limitations and start creating a life of purpose and passion. About the Guest – Aisha Makara   Aisha Makara is a multifaceted creative force, blending art, engineering, business, and travel into a life of true self-expression. From founding a boutique hotel & property management company in Lisbon to living a nomadic lifestyle in a custom van, Aisha is constantly exploring, reinventing, and inspiring others to embrace their own path to freedom. She believes that everyone has the power to create a life filled with joy, authenticity, and adventure. Key Takeaways:   ✅ Reinvention is a choice – You don’t have to stay in one version of yourself forever. Embrace change.✅ Fear is a mindset – The unknown isn’t something to be afraid of; it’s an opportunity to grow.✅ Creativity is for everyone – You don’t need to be an artist to live creatively. Dance, travel, explore!✅ The key to joy is presence – Stop worrying about the future; happiness is in today’s small moments.✅ Surround yourself with the right people – Find a community that uplifts and inspires you.✅ Burning Man teaches radical creativity & giving – A reminder that abundance comes from sharing. How to Connect with Aisha Makara  - https://aisha.today/    Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Waves?   📩 DM on PodMatch: Connect Here Join Our Community & Stay Inspired!   📩 Subscribe to the Newsletter:Healthy Mind Newsletter👥 Join the Community:Nas.io/healthymind Follow Us for More Inspiration!   📺 YouTube:@healthymind-healthylife📷 Instagram:@podhealth.club🧵 Threads:@podhealth.club📘 Facebook:Podcast Healthy Mind🔗 LinkedIn:Avik Chakraborty 🎙️ Loved this episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear this! 🚀✨ #podmatch #creativity #freedom #healthywaves

19 Maalis 33min

Fear of job interviews and imposter syndrome can be crippling, but they don't have to hold you back. In this powerful conversation, business strategist and bestselling author Nathan Seal shares practical strategies for building confidence, overcoming self-doubt, and excelling in career advancements. Nathan, who has spent over 20 years hiring, mentoring, and training professionals, offers actionable insights from his book series, "The Professional’s Playbook." From reframing negative thoughts to leveraging AI for interview prep, Nathan dives deep into the mindset shifts that help professionals break through mental barriers. Whether you're looking to land your dream job, get a promotion, or simply build more confidence, this episode will equip you with the tools to push past fear and take control of your career.   About Our Guest – Nathan Seal   Nathan Seal is a serial entrepreneur, business strategist, and bestselling author with decades of experience in real estate, hospitality, and business consulting. Having conducted over 1,000 job interviews, he understands the mental challenges professionals face and has developed a playbook for success. His latest book, "Go Get It", is a job seeker’s guide to staying motivated, prepared, and landing the right opportunity.   Key Takeaways   ✔️ Fear is natural, but it doesn’t define you – Learn how to channel anxiety into confidence.✔️ Reframe imposter syndrome – Recognize your achievements and shift from "I'm not qualified" to "I have the skills to learn and grow."✔️ Practice interviews with AI – Use ChatGPT or other tools to simulate tough job interview questions.✔️ Body language matters – Confidence isn't just in words; posture, eye contact, and a firm handshake can set the tone.✔️ Ask for what you want – Employers respect candidates who express their value boldly.✔️ Build mental sharpness – Keep challenging yourself with entrepreneurial thinking, no matter where you are.   Connect with Nathan Seal   🔗 Get his book, "Go Get It" – Available on Amazon🔗 Follow Nathan on LinkedIn – Nathan Seal🔗 Explore his business & coaching programs – Nathan's Website   Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?   📩 DM on PodMatch:Click Here📩 Subscribe to Newsletter:Click Here📩 Join Our Community:Click Here   Stay Tuned & Follow Us!   ▶️ YouTube:@healthymind-healthylife📸 Instagram:@podhealth.club📱 Threads:@podhealth.club📘 Facebook:Podcast Healthy Mind💼 LinkedIn:Avik Chakraborty 🎙️ If you enjoyed this episode, leave a review, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear this! 🚀 #podmatch #careerconfidence #jobinterviewtips #impostersyndrome #mentalhealth #healthymindbyavik #entrepreneurship #podmatch

19 Maalis 37min