Healthy Mind, Healthy Life

In today’s hustle culture, burnout is almost worn as a badge of honor. But what happens when the success you’ve been chasing leaves you feeling empty? In this transformative episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, we sit down with Matthias Schmitt, a high-performing entrepreneur who walked away from everything to rediscover true fulfillment. Matthias shares his journey from building multi-million-d...

In this inspiring episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Jenna Udenberg, an author, disability advocate, and accessibility educator. Diagnosed with juvenile arthritis at the age of seven, Jenna shares her powerful journey of resilience and advocacy. She discusses how her experiences navigating life in a wheelchair shaped her mission to create more inclusive com...

In this insightful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Dr. Hema Murty to discuss pain solutions for women over 50. Many women are told that pain is an inevitable part of aging—but is that really true? Dr. Murty shares her holistic approach to pain management, emphasizing the mind-body connection, stress management, and self-care. She breaks down how pain isn...

In this powerful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with executive coach Andrew Poles to explore the real meaning of influence. Beyond persuasion or charisma, true influence is about empowering others and driving meaningful change. Andrew, who has worked with leaders from NASA, Dell, Netflix, and Epic Games, shares actionable insights on mastering influence in l...

In today's world, standing out is not just about talent or hard work—it’s about storytelling. In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Tameka Anderson, a serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and leadership powerhouse, to discuss how crafting and owning your personal story is the ultimate branding tool. Whether you're a business owner, leader, creative...

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Sarah Ashley, a multi-passionate entrepreneur and founder of Portal Copy Co., a copywriting agency that helps brands tell their stories. Sarah shares her journey of solopreneurship, the challenges of working alone in the digital space, and the power of building a personal brand. She also discusses the importance of...

Food isn’t just about fuel—it’s about culture, history, and personal experience. But what if understanding your unique food story could help you eat healthier and enjoy food even more? In this episode, we welcome Dr. Deborah Kennedy, a chef, nutrition scientist, and pioneer in culinary medicine, to explore how food coaching can help individuals build sustainable, healthy eating habits. As the foun...

In this powerful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Amy Vincze, a seasoned expert in health and wellness, to explore the transformative power of EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) tapping. Amy shares her incredible journey of healing from anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and trauma—using tapping as a life-changing tool. Learn how this simple yet science-ba...

In this episode of Healthy Waves, host Avik Chakraborty welcomes spiritual coach and psychic medium Alexa Darrin to explore the powerful concept of energetic hygiene and how clearing your energy can help you attract the life you truly desire. Alexa shares insights on how energetic clutter—whether from past experiences, external influences, or unconscious conditioning—can keep us feeling stuck, los...

Are you feeling stuck in life—whether in your health, relationships, or career? What if the root of these challenges isn’t external but deeply embedded in your subconscious beliefs? In this eye-opening episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, Dr. Alain Salas reveals how subconscious programming influences our reality and how his groundbreaking mind-clearing, body-clearing, and goal-clearing techniqu...

In this powerful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Yana Kleyman, a functional medicine health consultant and former doctor of pharmacy, to explore a holistic, root-cause approach to ADHD. For decades, ADHD has been treated with medications and behavioral therapy, but what if food sensitivities, gut health, and nutrient deficiencies play a bigger role than...

In this powerful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Richard Hsung   to explore the hidden mental health struggles of immigrants. Richard shares the extraordinary journey of his mother, Dr. Jean Tran Walk Perkins, a Chinese immigrant who endured war, displacement, and bureaucratic challenges while building a career as an ophthalmologist in the U.S. Through S...

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Kelly Hale, founder of Gutsy Brain Movement, to explore how nervous system regulation is the key to achieving a true mind-body connection. Most of us are unknowingly stuck in survival mode, leading to stress, digestive issues, brain fog, and chronic fatigue. Kelly shares her expertise in movement-based healing and...

What if you could reprogram your mind for health, happiness, and success in just 17 seconds? Sounds too good to be true? In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty welcomes Jenny Harkleroad, a mind-change expert, bestselling author, and subconscious reprogramming coach, to discuss how you can transform your mindset, break limiting beliefs, and create the life you truly wa...

Entrepreneurship is a thrilling but demanding journey—how do you stay mentally and physically healthy while building a company? In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Jason Vego, CEO and co-founder of BEVZ, a software platform for convenience stores that has expanded to over 1,000 locations across the U.S. and raised over $5 million in venture capital....

Betrayal—whether from a partner, a friend, a family member, or even an employer—is more than just an emotional wound. It deeply affects your physical health, career success, and ability to form meaningful relationships. In this powerful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with Dr. Debi Silber, founder of The PBT Institute, a global expert on betrayal trauma and heal...

In this eye-opening episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Dr. Erica Elliott, a trailblazing physician, environmental medicine expert, and author. Dr. Elliott shares her remarkable journey from working in conventional medicine to uncovering the hidden dangers of environmental toxins—a realization that changed the course of her career and personal health. After...

In this raw and powerful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Batrice Cordova, an entrepreneur, survivor, and advocate for resilience and empowerment, as she shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming childhood trauma, abusive relationships, addiction, and profound loss. After years of struggling, Batrice reclaimed her life, embraced sobriety, and now r...

In this insightful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Amita Ghosh, a psychotherapist and retreat leader specializing in blending Eastern philosophy with Western psychology. With over 30 years of experience, Amita shares how modern mental health approaches often focus on symptom management, whereas ancient Eastern traditions prioritize deep healing at the so...

In this thought-provoking episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Matthew Finlin, founder and CEO of Real Life Skills Academy. They explore the 5 pillars of human potential—financial, physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual growth—and discuss why traditional education is failing to equip young people with the skills they actually need to succeed in life. Matt...

In this power-packed episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, we uncover the true essence of personal development, leadership, and success with John Makarewicz, a seasoned entrepreneur, real estate investor, and business leader. John shares his incredible journey of scaling businesses, leading high-performance teams, and designing a life of balance between ambition and happiness. From building billi...

In this thought-provoking episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Laura Alyn, founder of the ILA Institute and Grounded Spirits Podcast, to explore the often-overlooked world of inner health. We live in a society obsessed with diet trends, fitness apps, and beauty standards, yet mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being take a back seat. Laura dives deep into...

In this deeply moving episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Angela Clement, a certified grief coach, speaker, and author, to explore the transformative power of grief. After losing her husband to colon cancer in 2021, Angela discovered that grief is not just about loss—it’s about transformation. She now dedicates her life to guiding others on their healing jou...

In this heartfelt episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Amy Chastain, a registered nurse, caregiver advocate, and ministry leader, to discuss the often-overlooked struggles of caregivers. Amy shares her personal journey, the emotional and spiritual toll caregiving takes, and how faith can be a guiding force in navigating this demanding role. They explore pract...

In this enriching episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Sana welcomes the multi-talented Wanako Oberhuber, a mystic, anthropologist, artist, and A Course in Miracles teacher. With a life journey spanning across three countries and a deep passion for interdisciplinary thinking, Wanako shares how creativity, trust, and spirituality intersect to transform our lives. Together, they explore: 🎭 T...