Gen X Career Reinvention: Quiet Grief, Identity Shifts & Practical Next Steps with Shelley McIntyre

In this deeply insightful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with 91-year-old submariner, author, and Naval Academy graduate James D. Paulk Jr. Jim shares his incredible journey, from commanding submarines to publishing his latest book Shaking Up The World. Filled with moving stories of resilience, history, and personal triumphs, Jim reflects on the power of staying positive, building deep connections, and leaving a meaningful legacy. His life proves that purpose doesn’t retire — it evolves. Whether it’s interviewing an Apollo astronaut, telling the survival stories of his classmates, or embracing writing late in life, Jim reminds us that every chapter holds potential. About the Guest:James D. Paulk Jr. is a 91-year-old submariner, Naval Academy graduate, business leader, conservationist, and now an author. His book Shaking Up The World features 81 stories from his Naval Academy classmates, covering extraordinary life events—from surviving Auschwitz and POW camps to creating the GPS system and walking on the moon. Key Takeaways: A positive mindset is critical for a long, fulfilling life. Legacy is built through connection and storytelling. Even late in life, you can evolve, create, and inspire. The book captures personal histories that reflect major 20th-century events. Actively dealing with problems is more powerful than worrying. Connect with James D. Paulk Jr.: Facebook: Search for James D. Paulk Jr. Author or Jim Paulk Direct message him on Facebook for conversations and connections - https://www.facebook.com/people/James-D-Paulk-Jr-Author/61565536059908/ 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

15 Juni 28min

In this heart-opening episode of Healthy Waves, host Avik Chakraborty is joined by mystic, teacher, and speaker Kalen Olson to explore the power of reconnecting with the body’s sacred intelligence. Together, they uncover how mental patterns and societal conditioning keep us trapped in disconnection—and how returning to our unique inner rhythm can dissolve old identities and restore emotional freedom. Kalen shares how sacred feminine and masculine energies can work in harmony to support embodied healing and how simple daily rituals can awaken our inner radiance. This episode is a gentle but powerful invitation to reorient your life from presence, pleasure, and embodied truth. About the Guest:Kalen Olson is a mystic, teacher, and speaker who guides individuals—especially women—back to the wisdom of their bodies. For over 7 years, she has helped seekers reclaim their sacred rhythm by blending non-dualism, forgiveness work, and the union of feminine and masculine principles. Her work makes the sacred tangible through grounded embodiment and conscious living. Key Takeaways: Your body carries wisdom far deeper than mental logic—listen to it. Sacred embodiment is not escapism; it’s the gateway to deeper truth and presence. Radiance isn’t a trait, it’s a frequency cultivated by how you live and relate. Feminine intuition and masculine structure must work together for true integration. Everyday actions like cooking or walking can be transformed into sacred rituals. Connect with Kalen Olson:Website: https://www.kalenolson.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kalenolson/   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?DM on PodMatch: DM Me Here Tune in to all our 15 podcast shows: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-healthylifeInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.podThreads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.podFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #femininewisdom #embodiment #wellness #nonduality #healingjourney #sacredroutine

9 Juni 25min

In this soul-stirring episode of Healthy Waves, we dive deep into the themes of burnout, intentional living, and the radical power of rest with author, mentor, and wellness coach Julie Heaton. After decades of corporate grind and a life-altering burnout, Julie redefined success on her own terms. We explore how playing hooky isn’t laziness—it’s liberation. From shifting old belief systems to embracing manifestation as a daily practice, Julie shares how reclaiming her joy led her back to her authentic self. This episode is a wake-up call to anyone stuck in the cycle of doing over being. About the GuestJulie Heaton is the author of The Manifestor’s Playbook, a certified health and wellness coach, Reiki master, and intentional living guide. After stepping away from a high-powered corporate career, Julie now helps others find peace, purpose, and power in everyday life through self-love, awareness, and intuitive practices. Key Takeaways Burnout is a message, not a failure—listen to it before your body makes the choice for you. Manifestation isn’t just about desire—it’s about deep self-awareness and aligned action. Joy and rest are not rewards; they’re requirements. You don’t need permission to play hooky from systems that don’t serve your well-being. True freedom means showing up without fear of judgment and living from your inner truth. “Start where you are”—healing and joy happen in small, consistent moments. Connect with Julie Heaton• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellojulieheaton/ • Website: https://hellojulieheaton.com/• Book: The Manifestor’s Playbook available on Amazon Listeners can go and visit the site - https://hellojulieheaton.com/ 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 #playhooky #burnoutrecovery #manifestation #julieheaton #healthymind #wellnessjourney #podmatch #healthymindbyavik #mentalhealth #healing

8 Juni 22min

In this thought-provoking episode of Healthy Waves, host Avik Chakraborty is joined by Jayne Gottlieb—vitality coach, embodiment guide, and founder of Aspen Shakti and the Alive Culture app. Together, they explore why aliveness is no longer a luxury but a necessity in today’s high-speed, burnout-driven world. Jayne shares how movement, breath, and subtle shifts in awareness can reconnect us to our true vitality, helping us move from numbness to a fully embodied life. This episode is a wake-up call for anyone stuck in autopilot. About the GuestJayne Gottlieb is a vitality coach, yoga and embodiment teacher, and founder of the Alive Culture app and Aspen Shakti. Known for her pioneering approach to somatic movement and self-liberation, Jayne’s work blends breath, rhythm, dance, and mindfulness to unlock deep-seated aliveness. She is passionate about making vitality accessible—not just aspirational—and building community around the ethos of embodied living.   Key Takeaways Aliveness isn’t a reward—it’s our birthright. Movement and breath are powerful entry points to reclaim vitality. Small daily practices can rewire limiting beliefs and increase life-force energy. The Alive Culture app fosters global connection for conscious practitioners. True transformation begins with willingness, not perfection.   Connect with Jayne Gottlieb DM on Instagram: @jaynegottlieb_ Website: www.thealiveculture.com Explore the Alive Culture App for global wellness and embodiment community   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?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 UsYouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylifeInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.podThreads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.podFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #embodiment #vitality #aliveculture #jaynegottlieb #movementhealing #consciousliving #somatichealing

7 Juni 27min

In this episode of Healthy Waves, Avik Chakraborty dives deep into the science and soul of red light therapy with Forrest Smith, CEO and co-founder of Kineon. Forrest shares how his personal pain and athletic injuries led him to innovate wearable red light technology that makes healing accessible at home. They explore how red light therapy reduces inflammation, supports tissue repair, and is disrupting the pharmaceutical approach to chronic pain. From acute injuries to long-term osteoarthritis, Forrest explains how Move+ Pro is revolutionizing recovery—one joint at a time. About the Guest:Forrest Smith is a startup veteran and CEO of Kineon, a pioneer in wearable laser therapy devices. With two decades of global manufacturing experience and a background in athletics, Forrest created the Move+ Pro—an affordable, portable red light therapy device aimed at reducing pain and enhancing mobility. His mission is to democratize recovery and shift healthcare from reactive to proactive, empowering people to heal on their own terms. Key Takeaways: Red light therapy can reduce inflammation, speed recovery, and minimize dependence on painkillers. Move+ Pro brings clinical-grade red light therapy into daily routines—usable during commuting, coffee time, or meditation. Ideal for treating arthritis, tendonitis, post-surgery scars, and repetitive stress injuries. Healing isn’t instant, but consistent use shows measurable results within weeks. Kineon is expanding into diagnostics and supplements to further support cellular recovery and brain health. The future of wellness tech is personal, portable, and powerful. Connect with Forrest Smith:Website: www.kineon.ioEmail: hello@kineon.ioInstagram: @kineon_labsJoin their community: 7,000+ member Facebook group (linked on website)Medical professionals: Ask about the “Pain to Possible” initiative 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-healthylifeInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.podThreads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.podFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #redlighttherapy #kineon #painmanagement #recoverytech #biohacking #photobiomodulation

6 Juni 26min

In this mind-expanding episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik is joined by Trevor Schade—real estate mogul, coder, Lean Six Sigma black belt, and founder of Life Wealth Courses. Together, they dive deep into how subconscious mind training creates the foundation for success, not just in business, but in every facet of life. Trevor shares his journey from flipping his first property to building multimillion-dollar ventures—proving that mindset is the multiplier of strategy. Whether you're stuck in limiting beliefs or curious about manifestation backed by neuroscience, this episode bridges the gap between intention and execution. About the Guest:Trevor Schade is a dynamic entrepreneur and mindset coach. With a background in real estate, coding, process efficiency, and behavioral psychology, he’s helped countless individuals scale their net worth and reclaim time through subconscious reprogramming. Trevor is the founder of Life Wealth Courses, guiding purpose-driven professionals to align their internal beliefs with external success. Key Takeaways: Your subconscious mind is your most powerful business partner—train it. The 80/20 rule applies to mindset: small mental shifts yield massive external results. Manifestation isn’t magic—it’s measurable through energy, emotion, and effort. Toxic positivity isn’t the goal—taking conscious action is. Creating tangible wealth starts with invisible inner work. Connect with Trevor:Website: https://linktr.ee/trevorschade You can also find him on WhatsApp and all major social media platforms.   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?DM on PodMatch – Send me a message here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune into 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-healthylifeInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.podThreads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.podFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #manifestation #mindsetmatters #realestatestrategy #wealthmindset #wellness

5 Juni 27min

In this inspiring episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik sits down with Mike Keresman—visionary entrepreneur and co-founder of CardinalCommerce, acquired by Visa in 2017. Mike unpacks his journey of scaling multiple billion-dollar ventures, including building the world’s largest digital authentication network. From his early dreams of entrepreneurship to holding 70+ patents and launching one of the first mobile top-up systems in Botswana, Mike offers real-world wisdom on resilience, innovation, and quiet leadership. Tune in as he shares why eliminating friction—not just fraud—was key to his success, and how “quietly spectacular” lives can create the most lasting impact.   About the Guest:Mike Keresman is a serial entrepreneur and co-founder of CardinalCommerce, a pioneer in payment authentication technology. Under his leadership, the company expanded to five continents and was acquired by Visa. With over 70 patents and decades of leadership experience, Mike blends technical brilliance with human-first innovation. He’s also the author of the upcoming book Quietly Spectacular, which encourages everyday individuals to pursue a meaningful life without the need for spotlight fame.   Key Takeaways: Entrepreneurship is more about people and innovation than flashy risks. Real growth comes from removing friction for customers—not just preventing fraud. A cloud-first, system-agnostic approach helped scale globally without needing merchants to overhaul their systems. Scaling overseas often brings more acceptance than domestic expansion. “Success isn’t a straight line—it’s a series of learning curves.”   Connect with Mike Keresman:Mike is working on launching a personal website and book (Quietly Spectacular). Stay tuned for more updates from Mike in future episodes.   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life?DM on PodMatch: DM Me Here 🎧 Tune into 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 – @healthymind-healthylifeInstagram – @healthyminds.podThreads – @healthyminds.podFacebook – Podcast PageLinkedIn – Reema Chatterjee | Avik Chakraborty #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #entrepreneurship #digitalinnovation #quietleadership

5 Juni 21min

In this heartfelt episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik welcomes Maria Moreno, a certified pediatric sleep consultant and motherhood life coach. Maria opens up about her own battle with postpartum depression, extreme sleep deprivation, and a high-anxiety NICU experience during the pandemic. Through her personal transformation, she discovered the power of sleep—not just for babies, but for moms too. Together, they explore the deep connection between sleep and mental health, and how gentle, science-backed sleep strategies can help parents reclaim peace, balance, and well-being. From busting myths around sleep training to encouraging moms to ask for help without guilt, this episode is a must-listen for every parent navigating early parenthood chaos. About the Guest: Maria Moreno is a certified pediatric sleep consultant and motherhood life coach behind Mindful Mother. After overcoming severe sleep deprivation and postpartum depression following her daughter’s birth, Maria made it her mission to empower other parents with gentle sleep methods and mindful strategies. She specializes in individualized routines that support both baby sleep and parental well-being. Key Takeaways: Sleep deprivation can worsen postpartum depression and emotional instability. Gentle sleep methods like the “camping out” approach can help build independence without distress. Sleep training, when personalized, strengthens the parent-child bond rather than harms it. Asking for help is a powerful act of self-care—not a sign of failure. Creating sleep routines and wake windows can bring structure and calm into chaotic early parenthood. Connect with Maria: Website: https://www.mindfulmother.biz/ 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/avikTune to all our 15 podcasts:https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavikSubscribe To Newsletter:https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/Join Community:https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us!YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylifeInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.podThreads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.podFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #postpartumhealing #sleepsupport #gentleparenting #mentalhealthmatters

5 Juni 26min