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In this eye-opening episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Edouardo Vitale, the Miami-based entrepreneur behind Olympus AI—a revolutionary mental wellness and lifestyle app transforming the way we use social media. Discover how AI can help you turn saved content—from fitness videos and travel inspiration to emotional journaling—into real-life experiences. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by too much digital input but struggled to take action, this conversation will show you how technology can become your daily mental health companion. We dive into the future of voice journaling, personalized prompts, emotional analytics, and more. Tune in to explore how Olympus AI bridges the gap between your digital world and your real one. About the Guest – Edouardo Vitale:Edouardo Vitale is a Miami-based engineer turned entrepreneur and the founder of Olympus AI. Passionate about mental clarity and daily action, Edouardo created Olympus AI to help users turn social media inspiration into tangible lifestyle improvements. His work merges tech, wellness, and intention in a way that’s already reshaping how we use our digital habits for better mental health. Key Takeaways : Olympus AI transforms social media saves—like travel, recipes, fitness tips—into action plans by using AI to break down content and tie it to daily life. The app features five journaling chapters (Work, Health, Self, Relationships, Goals), uses voice input for ease, and doesn’t store private data, ensuring user confidentiality. Olympus AI helps users identify emotional patterns, influencers in their lives, and emotional triggers using voice logs and journaling insights. Users reported emotional relief just from speaking into the app—similar to a therapy session—making it a tool for stress release, not just productivity. From planning trips and managing relationships to learning golf techniques, Olympus AI adapts to individual needs and preferences. Edouardo’s vision includes community-based features and custom journaling categories, signaling a powerful roadmap for the platform’s growth.   How to Connect with the Guest: Instagram: @olympus.ai.lifestylejournal LinkedIn: Edouardo Vitale Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatchDM 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!Medium - https://medium.com/@contentbyavikYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@healthymindbyavikInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn Page - https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthymindbyavikLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster/Twitter - https://twitter.com/podhealthclubPinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/Avikpodhealth/ SHARE YOUR REVIEW Google Review - https://www.podpage.com/bizblend/reviews/new/ Share a video Testimonial - https://famewall.healthymindbyavik.com/ #podmatch #healthymind #HealthyMindByAvik #mentalhealth #AIandWellness #digitalwellness #productivity #journaling #mentalhealthawareness #OlympusAI #voicejournaling #wellbeing #selfcare #technologyformindfulness #podcastinglife #mindset #selfimprovement #foryou #trending #mentalhealthpodcast #wellnesspodcast #growthmindset #mindfulnessmatters #selflove #techforgood #explore #fyp #inspiration #positivity

9 Aug 23min

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, we sit down with Aubrey Amatelli, the powerhouse founder and CEO of PayRio, the first payments platform dedicated to the cannabis and alternative medicine space. Aubrey unpacks how she scaled her company to profitability in under a year—all while being a single mom of three. We explore her unique practices of mindfulness, meditation, and gratitude that ground her in one of the most volatile industries. She opens up about burnout, using ketamine-assisted therapy, and the mindset shifts that help her lead with both resilience and clarity. If you're a founder, working parent, or entrepreneur chasing sustainability in your hustle—this is your blueprint. About the Guest:Aubrey Amatelli is the Founder and CEO of PayRio, a pioneering cannabis fintech company. After a successful decade at JP Morgan, Aubrey broke through industry norms to build a profitable, mission-driven company—all while raising three kids. She's a vocal advocate for mindfulness, mental health, and alternative medicine in leadership. Key Takeaways : Mindfulness is a non-negotiable: Aubrey begins each day with meditation and a gratitude podcast during her commute, helping her stay centered despite her demanding schedule. Burnout doesn’t build legacy: Aubrey shares how skipping her morning practices causes anxiety, highlighting how crucial presence is for mental stability and leadership. Profit and purpose can coexist: As a single mom and founder, she grew PayRio into a profitable business in under a year by leading with both grit and groundedness. Psychedelic-assisted therapy: Aubrey openly discusses how ketamine therapy and regular mental health check-ins have helped her maintain mental strength during high-growth phases. Resilience = preparation + perspective: Her athlete background shaped her hard work ethic, while her mindset shift toward staying in the “eternal now” helps her manage uncertainty. Connect with the Guest: Website: www.payrio.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/payrio_hq/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/payrio/ Book a meeting directly via her site Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?DM on PodMatch – Send me a message:DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik CHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST: All 19 Podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe to Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Our 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-healthylifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.podThreads: https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.podMedium: https://medium.com/@contentbyavikFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcasterPinterest: 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 #mindfulleadership #femaleentrepreneur #cannabisfintech #mentalhealthmatters #resilientleaders #founderstory #mindfulnessmatters #selfcare #startuplife #womenfounders #wellnesspodcast #ketaminetherapy #mompreneur #scalingstartups #burnoutprevention #leadershippodcast #foryou #trending #successwithsoul

9 Aug 14min

In this bold and deeply reflective episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with New York-based attorney and writer Gargi Sen, founder of Unsquashable Girl. Together, they uncover the invisible yet painful layers of familial gaslighting, cultural conditioning in South Asian households, toxic workplaces, and the lifelong impact of childhood emotional abuse. Gargi shares how she overcame these cycles—choosing courage, setting boundaries, and embracing healing with the unexpected support of her dog, Mr. Dempsey. Learn about her viral 3-Column Method to assess emotional safety in relationships and why it's okay to disappoint your family in order to honor yourself. This conversation is a roadmap for anyone ready to stop abandoning themselves and start living free.   About the Guest:Gargi Sen is a New York-based attorney, author, and the founder of Unsquashable Girl—a global movement supporting women to break free from toxic relationships, cultural oppression, and generational dysfunction. Her story of resilience includes escaping an abusive upbringing, breaking cultural taboos, and rebuilding self-worth with the help of her dog, Mr. Dempsey.   Key Takeaways : Healing begins when you stop seeking approval and start honoring your inner voice. Cultural conditioning in South Asian families often normalizes emotional abuse. Gargi’s story powerfully challenges this status quo. Her 3-Column Method—positive, neutral, and negative energy mapping—is a practical and transformative way to assess all relationships (family, friends, workplace). It is okay to disappoint your family if it means preserving your peace and dignity. Animals, like Mr. Dempsey, can be our emotional guides—offering us unconditional love and mirroring what safe connection feels like. Toxic leadership in the workplace often reflects unresolved personal trauma; self-awareness is essential to walk away from dysfunction. The phrase “love shouldn’t hurt” is central to Gargi’s philosophy. If a relationship repeatedly drains or devalues you—it is not love. Estrangement from family can be an act of self-love and emotional survival, especially when safety is at risk.   How to Connect with Gargi Sen: Website: unsquashablegirl.com Book: Spiritual Energy Mapping Journal Instagram: @unsquashablegirl Learn more about Mr. Dempsey: mrdempsey.com Listeners can enter their email in this webpage and join the reader list   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatchDM 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-healthylifeInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.podThreads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.podMedium – https://medium.com/@contentbyavikFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcasterPinterest – 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 #podcastshow #selfcare #boundaries #gaslighting #emotionalabuse #southasianvoices #traumahealing #unsquashablegirl #healingfromabuse #doghealing #emotionalresilience #toxicfamily #personalgrowth #podcastepisode

9 Aug 29min

In this eye-opening episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Allyson Nicole—NASM-certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and probation officer—to uncover the powerful connection between mindset and sustainable health. Allyson shares her personal journey through disordered eating, overtraining, and self-sabotage, and how a single mindset shift helped her break the cycle and rebuild her relationship with food. Learn how to challenge limiting beliefs, escape the trap of all-or-nothing thinking, and start making empowered health choices from a place of self-love, not shame. Whether you're stuck in the binge-restrict loop or tired of starting over every Monday, this episode gives you the mental tools to finally make lasting change. Tune in to gain practical strategies rooted in behavior change theory, psychology, and real-world coaching. About the Guest:Allyson Nicole is a NASM-certified personal trainer, certified nutrition coach, and full-time probation officer. As founder of Allyson Nicole Nutrition, she integrates real-world coaching with behavior change psychology to help individuals break out of restrictive cycles and live a more empowered, balanced life. Key Takeaways : Mindset is the foundation of health—not just a starting point. Allyson explains how most people sabotage their progress due to the all-or-nothing thinking trap. Shifting from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset opens the door to sustainable, non-restrictive health practices that actually work. Allyson shares her journey of overcoming disordered eating by dropping food rules, refusing to weigh herself, and embracing food neutrality—highlighting that dopamine-driven cravings reduce when food loses its “forbidden” label. Her work as a probation officer gives her a unique lens on behavior change. She uses CBT-based tools like the “Thinking Report” to help clients examine their thoughts, emotions, and beliefs objectively. Replacing negative self-talk with empowering scripts—like “I don’t do that anymore” or “I’ll start now, not tomorrow”—can radically change behavior patterns. Overtraining and under-eating don’t lead to long-term success. Instead, coaching should be about helping people find routines that truly fit their lives.   Connect with Allyson Nicole: Instagram, Facebook, TikTok: [@allysoncoaches] Website: www.allysoncoaches.com   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?DM on PodMatch – Send a message 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/   #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #mindset #wellnesspodcast #nutritioncoach #bodypositivity #MentalHealthAwareness #growthmindset #fitnesswithoutshame #behaviorchange #storytellingasmedicine #motivation #healingjourney #podcastinglife #newpodcast #personaldevelopment #wellbeing #selfcare #foryou #explorepage #mindfulnessmatters #fitnessjourney #holistichealth #inspirationdaily

9 Aug 19min

In this powerful episode of Healthy Waves, host Avik Chakraborty dives deep with fitness icon Robert Reames and author Nikki Allen on dismantling harmful diet culture, reclaiming emotional wellness, and finding true health beyond appearances. Robert shares insights from his groundbreaking book Anti-Diet: The Paradigm Has Shifted, revealing why the traditional diet industry fails and how real change must start from within. Nikki opens up about her journey of turning heartbreak into healing, transforming pain into art through her novel Loved You, Hated You. This conversation challenges the myths that health equals thinness and explores how to build unshakable standards of self-care, respect for your body, and lasting emotional resilience. If you’ve ever felt unseen, unsafe, or stuck in cycles that no longer serve you, this is your invitation to break free and reclaim your power. About the Guests   Robert Reames is a renowned trainer, nutritionist, and author with over 40 years in the health and wellness industry. Known for his celebrity clientele, media appearances, and bestselling books, Robert is shifting the conversation around health to focus on sustainable, inside-out transformation. Nikki Allen is a singer-songwriter turned author of Loved You, Hated You. Her book blends fiction and real emotions to explore love, domestic violence, and self-discovery. Nikki uses storytelling as a tool for healing and inspiring others to do their own “soul surgery.” Key Takeaways : Diet culture is broken: Robert highlights how the diet industry and quick fixes like GLP-1 drugs treat symptoms, not the root causes of poor metabolic health. Inside-out healing: Both guests stress the importance of addressing emotional wounds and building personal standards rather than relying on external validation. The power of "soul surgery": Nikki shares how deep inner work freed her from destructive coping habits and transformed her relationship with food and self-worth. Body as a temple: Honor your body with real food, rest, and movement. Avoid processed food and short-term fads that undermine long-term wellness. Personal empowerment over discipline: Robert reframes “discipline” as raising your standards and reclaiming your personal power step by step. Connect with the Guests   Robert Reames: realrobertreames Nikki Allen: Follow her work at www.nikkiallen.com     Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?   DM on PM – Send a message 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: 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!Medium, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Pinterest – All Links Here SHARE YOUR REVIEW: Google Review: https://www.podpage.com/bizblend/reviews/new/ Video Testimonial: https://famewall.healthymindbyavik.com/ #podmatch #healthymind #wellnesspodcast #mentalhealthmatters #mindfulnessmatters #healthpodcast #wellbeing #selfcare #mentalhealthawareness #healingjourney #dietculture #bodypositivity #transformation #HealthyMindByAvik #newpodcast #inspiration

6 Aug 34min

Is your inner critic running the show? What if the voice inside your head isn’t even yours—but a residue of trauma, stress, or dysfunction? In this eye-opening episode of Healthy Waves, host Avik dives deep into the science behind cellular healing with Claire Martinsen, CEO of Biobloom Injectables. Claire breaks down the truth about NADH and B12—how these molecules work at the mitochondrial level to support energy, mental clarity, emotional regulation, and trauma recovery. We explore how NADH + B12 injections can outperform oral supplements, support therapy and somatic work, and offer real, bioavailable healing—not just hype. Claire shares her personal journey of transformation, including relief from ADHD symptoms, hormonal imbalances, and chronic fatigue—all by supporting her cells instead of suppressing symptoms. This isn’t just about wellness trends—it’s molecular repair from the ground up. Whether you’re a high achiever on the edge of burnout or someone healing from trauma, this episode offers powerful, science-backed insights for real transformation. ABOUT THE GUEST:Claire Martinsen is the CEO of Biobloom Injectables, a science-driven wellness company focused on bioavailable solutions for mental clarity, energy, and healing. With a background in biology and public health, Claire bridges cutting-edge research with practical application, helping people unlock their potential—cell by cell. KEY TAKEAWAYS: NADH (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide + Hydrogen) is a stable, bioavailable form that supports cellular energy (ATP production), brain health, and DNA repair. Unlike NAD+, which needs conversion and loses potency through digestion, NADH IM injections bypass the gut and deliver 100% absorption. Combined with methylated B12, NADH boosts dopamine, serotonin, and oxygenation in the brain—enhancing focus, mood, and nervous system resilience. Claire shares how NADH helped with her ADHD, back pain, gluten intolerance, immune response, and hormonal balance—without side effects. Bioavailable supplements like NADH+B12 complement trauma therapy and somatic work by stabilizing the nervous system and accelerating healing. Biobloom Injectables is committed to accessible wellness grounded in science, with transdermal patches and sublingual formats underway. Claire’s mission is rooted in loss—creating this work in honor of her best friend who died by suicide. Her goal is to make mental wellness and biological repair available to all.   CONNECT WITH THE GUEST:Claire Martinson is available on all social platforms under @wheretoclaire. Her company, BioBloom Injectables, offers services globally, including in India. Visit her page or reach out via social to learn more about her wellness offerings and research-backed products.  WANT TO BE A GUEST ON HEALTHY MIND, HEALTHY LIFE?DM on PodMatchDM 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!Medium - https://medium.com/@contentbyavikYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@healthymindbyavikInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn Page - https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthymindbyavikLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster/Twitter - https://twitter.com/podhealthclubPinterest - 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 #NADH #biohacking #mentalhealthpodcast #neuroscience #B12 #healingjourney #traumarecovery #mindbodyconnection #wellnessjourney #selfcare #mitochondria #consciousliving #mentalhealthawareness #podcastlife #newpodcast #trending #youtube #wellbeing #mindfulness #healthandwellnesspodcast #HealthyMindHealthyLife

6 Aug 27min

In this episode of Healthy Waves, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with Brian Wardale about building emotional resilience in both children and adults, breaking the stigma around mental health, and addressing topics like hopelessness and suicide with honesty and compassion. Brian shares his powerful personal journey of overcoming deep depression and a life-altering suicide attempt, and how those experiences shaped his work today with the "Survivors of Hopelessness" initiative. The conversation dives into how we can equip children as young as eight with emotional literacy, how parents and schools can model resilience, and why early interventions can save lives. If you care about the mental and emotional well-being of today’s youth, this episode is an essential listen. About the Guest:Brian Wardale is the co-founder of Survivors of Hopelessness, an initiative that creates programs and resources to help children and families develop emotional resilience. Through his own lived experience with depression and loss, Brian now advocates for creating safe spaces where young people can talk openly about their feelings and be supported through life’s challenges. Key Takeaways: Emotional resilience is a skill that can be taught early, not just a personality trait. Conversations about emotions, suicide, and hopelessness must start at home, just like teaching children how to cross the street. Parents and educators need to model emotional literacy; kids can spot hypocrisy when told to “be resilient” but not shown how. Strong emotions can drive serious decisions—waiting even one more day before acting can be life-saving. Programs like Survivors of Hopelessness bridge the gap between traditional academics and vital emotional survival skills. Small interventions—one trusted adult, one moment of understanding—can dramatically change the course of a child’s life. Connect with the Guest:Visit www.survivorsofhopelessness.com to learn more about Brian’s work, watch the music video, and access free resources. You can also contact Brian directly through the website or find him on Facebook by searching his name. Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? 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: 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: https://www.podpage.com/bizblend/reviews/new/ Share a video Testimonial: https://famewall.healthymindbyavik.com/ #podmatch #healthymind #mentalhealthawareness #resilience #emotionalresilience #HealthyMindByAvik #mindfulnessmatters #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #suicideprevention #emotionalintelligence #podcast #healthpodcast #youthmentalhealth

6 Aug 25min

Can horror be healing? In this compelling episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with author Risa Patterson, who shares how her supernatural thriller Firebug channels trauma, grief, and ancestral wounds into creative storytelling. From quitting her full-time design job to navigating imposter syndrome and the world of self-publishing, Risa dives deep into how horror can serve as a metaphor for transformation. Discover how metaphor, emotion, and messy first drafts can ignite true healing and creative freedom. Whether you're a writer, mental health advocate, or someone navigating deep emotions, this episode offers raw insight into reclaiming your story—even the darkest chapters. About the Guest:Risa Patterson is a graphic designer turned full-time writer. She’s the author of Firebug, a dark, supernatural thriller that explores generational trauma and emotional repression through horror. With a background in design and a passion for storytelling, Risa brings metaphor, creativity, and psychological depth to her fiction. Key Takeaways : Horror as a Healing Medium: Risa shares how horror fiction like Firebug can surface universal truths like grief, shame, and generational pain through powerful metaphor—monsters, ghosts, and curses are never just what they seem. Unintentional Truths: While she didn’t start with the intent to explore trauma, Risa realized after finishing her novel that it reflects her own healing from family patterns and emotional repression. Writing as Emotional Release: Drawing from authors like Anne Lamott (Bird by Bird), she champions the “shitty first draft” and how embracing imperfection allows writers to express the inexpressible. The Courage to Leap: Her decision to quit her job and pursue writing full-time came from trusting her instincts and honoring her voice, even in the face of uncertainty and fear. The Reality of Self-Publishing: Risa debunks the myth that traditional publishing is the only valid path, sharing how she’s taking creative control, managing her own book design, and preparing for launch independently.   Connect with the Guest:Website: risapatterson.comTikTok: @risawritesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorasbury/ Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?DM on PodMatchDM 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!Medium: https://medium.com/@contentbyavikYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@healthymindbyavikInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthymindbyavikLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster/Twitter: https://twitter.com/podhealthclubPinterest: 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 #mentalhealth #traumahealing #writingcommunity #horrorbooks #selfpublishing #emotionalhealth #StorytellingAsMedicine #PodcastLife #PersonalDevelopment #CreativityHeals #MentalHealthAwareness #HealingThroughHorror #authormindset #FirebugNovel #podcasting #newpodcast #writingtherapy #generationaltrauma #creativitymatters #selfbelief #empowerment

4 Aug 24min