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Welcome to Healthy Mind By Avik ™ - ”Healthy Mind, Healthy Life”, a podcast that explores the connection between mental health and overall well-being. Join us each week as we delve into topics related to positive psychology, mindfulness, and personal development, and provide practical tips and strategies for cultivating a healthy and balanced mind. Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? Send Avik a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik
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Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
Rewire Your Mind in 17 Seconds with Jenny Harkleroad
Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
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 want.
After a devastating back injury, Jenny discovered the power of the subconscious mind and healed herself from chronic pain, emotional struggles, and destructive thought patterns. Today, she shares how you can apply her 17-second rule and her LEAP Transformation App to rewire your brain, change negative thought patterns, and finally achieve your goals effortlessly.
If you've ever struggled with bad habits, self-doubt, or subconscious roadblocks, this episode is your game-changer!
About the Guest – Jenny Harkleroad
Jenny Harkleroad is a #1 Bestselling Author, International Speaker, and Subconscious Mind Change Expert. After a life-altering hiking accident, she went from chronic pain and frustration to total mind and body transformation using the power of subconscious reprogramming. She is the founder of Balanced You, where she helps people break free from subconscious limitations and create the health, wealth, and happiness they desire.
Key Takeaways from the Episode
✅ The 17-Second Rule – If you focus on a thought for more than 17 seconds, it creates an emotion; after 68 seconds, it starts shaping your reality. Be mindful of your thoughts!
✅ Your Subconscious Mind Runs the Show – It’s 1 million times more powerful than your conscious mind and controls 95% of your actions. Reprogram it for success!
✅ Emotional Pain Creates Physical Pain – Your thoughts and unresolved emotions can manifest as chronic illness and discomfort. Healing your mind heals your body.
✅ LEAP Transformation App – A science-backed tool that rewires your subconscious mind for effortless habit change and personal growth.
✅ Change Begins with Awareness – The first step to transformation is to become aware of your thoughts, stories, and patterns—then shift them to align with your goals.
How to Connect with Jenny Harkleroad
🌐 Website:BalancedYou.org
📲 Download LEAP Transformation App: Available on the App Store & Play Store
🎁 Free Resources & Masterclasses: Visit BalancedYou.org for free mind-change tools!
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Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
The Power of an Elimination Diet: Healing Your Gut with Courtney Cowie
Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
Struggling with digestive issues, unexplained bloating, or chronic gut discomfort? In this insightful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Courtney Cowie, a Nutritional Therapy and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, to uncover the root causes of gut dysfunction and how an elimination diet can transform your health.
Courtney shares her personal battle with IBS and colitis, the impact of gut health on mental well-being, and the practical steps you can take to heal your digestive system naturally. Whether you’ve tried multiple diets with no success or are simply curious about improving your gut-brain connection, this episode provides expert guidance and actionable takeaways for lasting change.
About the Guest – Courtney Cowie
Courtney specializes in helping goal-oriented individuals get to the root cause of their gut and autoimmune symptoms so they can live active, fulfilling lives. Having faced lifelong digestive struggles, including IBS and colitis, she discovered the power of nutrition, functional testing, and lifestyle changes to reclaim her health. Today, she helps others do the same through nutritional therapy and functional medicine.
Key Takeaways from the Episode
✅ Gut Issues Start Early – Digestive dysfunction can begin in childhood, and early symptoms should not be ignored.
✅ Elimination Diets Work – Removing common food triggers like wheat can significantly reduce symptoms.
✅ Gut & Mental Health are Linked – Poor gut health can lead to mood swings, anxiety, and depression due to the gut-brain connection.
✅ Simple Changes Make a Big Difference – You don’t need fancy supplements—strategic diet adjustments can yield incredible results.
✅ Root Cause Testing Matters – Beyond elimination diets, functional lab testing can uncover deeper issues like gut infections or imbalances.
How to Connect with Courtney Cowie
🌐 Website:www.courtneycowie.com
📩 Free Gut Health Guide: Click the Free Guide button on her website for IBS and IBD relief strategies!
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Monday Mar 03, 2025
Embracing Chaos: Turning Turmoil into Opportunity with Stephen Huff
Monday Mar 03, 2025
Monday Mar 03, 2025
In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Sana sits down with Stephen Huff, a dynamic storyteller, humanitarian, and recovering tech entrepreneur. With a career spanning Fortune 100 boardrooms to refugee camps, Stephen has faced chaos in its many forms. His new book, Life is Chaos, and All is Well, explores the paradox of finding joy and success in uncertainty.
Together, they discuss how chaos isn’t an obstacle but a necessary component of growth. Stephen shares how his personal experiences—from a failed tech startup to surviving cancer—shaped his philosophy on making powerful choices. He introduces three critical responses to chaos: accepting it, working to improve it, or leaving it behind. Through an inspiring story about his brother's journey from frustration to success as a teacher, Stephen illustrates the power of focusing on what you can control.
Tune in to learn how to reframe adversity, cultivate joy amidst uncertainty, and take ownership of your choices for a more fulfilling life.
About the Guest:
Stephen Huff is a global speaker, entrepreneur, and author of Life is Chaos, and All is Well. With decades of experience in leadership, business, and humanitarian work, he helps individuals and organizations navigate uncertainty and turn challenges into opportunities.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Chaos is necessary for growth – Without challenges, there’s no opportunity.
✅ Three powerful choices in chaos – Accept it, improve it, or leave it.
✅ Reclaiming power – Focus on what you can control instead of dwelling on what you can’t.
✅ Joy in uncertainty – Stability isn’t required for happiness; it’s found in perspective and gratitude.
✅ Authentic leadership – Leaders thrive when they communicate, take accountability, and lead with integrity.
Connect with Stephen Huff:
📌 Website:WinningChaos.com
📌 Book:Life is Chaos, and All is Well (Available on Amazon, IngramSpark, and major retailers)
📌 Speaking & Consulting: Reach out via his website for collaborations
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Monday Mar 03, 2025
Beyond the Veil: A Funeral Director’s Journey to Mediumship with Scott Allan
Monday Mar 03, 2025
Monday Mar 03, 2025
In this eye-opening episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, we welcome Scott Allan, a former funeral director turned internationally recognized evidential medium. After spending 30 years guiding families through grief, Scott experienced a spiritual awakening that led him down an unexpected path—mediumship. Now, as a renowned author, TV personality, and host of the Enlightened Life podcast, Scott helps people connect with loved ones who have crossed over, bringing them healing messages from the spirit world.
We explore life after death, signs from the other side, and how mediumship works. Scott shares how his gift unfolded, the challenges of embracing his calling, and the profound messages that bring peace to those left behind. Whether you're skeptical, curious, or a believer, this conversation is sure to open your mind to new possibilities about life, death, and the beyond.
About the Guest - Scott Allan
Scott Allan is an evidential medium, spiritual teacher, and former funeral director. His gift for connecting with the spirit world has led him to sold-out events, top podcasts, and TV appearances worldwide. Through his readings, teachings, and latest book, In the Presence of Light, he helps others find peace, closure, and healing.
Key Takeaways:
✔ The Awakening – How Scott transitioned from funeral director to medium, uncovering his gift.
✔ Signs from the Other Side – The first experiences that made Scott realize he was communicating with spirits.
✔ Skeptic to Believer – How Scott overcame doubts and embraced his spiritual calling.
✔ Healing Through Mediumship – Real-life stories of messages from loved ones bringing comfort and closure.
✔ Understanding Mediumship – How spirit communication works and how to recognize signs from the beyond.
✔ Developing Intuition – Can anyone connect with the spirit world? Scott explains the difference between psychic abilities and mediumship.
✔ Scott’s Book – In the Presence of Light – A deep dive into his journey and real-life encounters with the afterlife.
Connect with Scott Allan: https://www.mediumscottallan.com/
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Monday Mar 03, 2025
The Intersection of AI, Law & Personal Growth with Don Simmons
Monday Mar 03, 2025
Monday Mar 03, 2025
In this insightful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, we explore the dynamic intersection of artificial intelligence, intellectual property law, and personal development with Don Simmons. As an expert blending law, technology, and innovation, Don shares how AI is reshaping the legal landscape, its impact on entrepreneurs, creatives, and business owners, and how personal growth, including meditation, plays a key role in navigating this fast-changing world.
From using AI to draft legal arguments to discussing the challenges of protecting creative works in an AI-driven era, Don provides a realistic and thought-provoking perspective. Whether you're an entrepreneur leveraging AI, a creative professional, or someone interested in personal development, this episode is packed with valuable insights!
About the Guest:
Don Simmons is a trademark attorney, AI enthusiast, and entrepreneur who has mastered the fusion of law and technology. His expertise lies in helping businesses protect their intellectual property while embracing AI-driven innovation. A long-time meditator, he also shares how mindfulness has been instrumental in his professional success.
Key Takeaways:
✅ AI is revolutionizing legal and business processes—Don shares how he uses ChatGPT to streamline legal work.
✅ The challenge of IP protection in the AI era—Who owns AI-generated content, and how is the law evolving?
✅ Meditation as a business advantage—How personal development practices like meditation create clarity and resilience.
✅ AI’s legal complexities—Current regulations and the importance of staying updated as AI reshapes industries.
✅ How to protect your creative work—Traditional copyright, trademark, and patent strategies still remain the best defense.
✅ The future of AI and law—Governments and courts are still adapting, making this a rapidly evolving space.
Connect with Don Simmons:
🔗 Learn more about Don and his work – https://www.linkedin.com/in/d-s-899164166/
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Monday Mar 03, 2025
Monday Mar 03, 2025
In this thought-provoking episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Constance Hastings, a mental health counselor and ordained clergy member, to explore the tension between faith, doubt, and healing. Raised outside of faith but eventually drawn into ministry, Constance shares her powerful journey of encountering Jesus in unexpected ways.
From struggling with skepticism to embracing faith, she unpacks why Jesus remains a controversial yet deeply personal figure. We also discuss how religious institutions have sometimes caused harm, why choice is essential in faith, and how God's persistent call often meets us in the most unexpected places. Whether you’ve been burned by religion or are simply curious about spirituality’s role in mental well-being, this episode is an eye-opener.
About the Guest:
Constance Hastings is a mental health counselor, ordained clergy, and the author of The Trouble with Jesus. She brings a unique perspective, having navigated both secular and faith-based worlds. Through her work, she helps individuals reconcile faith with emotional healing and challenges conventional religious narratives.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Faith is a Journey, Not a Destination – Struggles with doubt are normal and often necessary for growth.
✅ Choice Matters in Faith – True faith cannot be forced; it must be embraced willingly.
✅ Jesus’ Message Was Radical – He uplifted the marginalized, challenged the powerful, and prioritized love over legalism.
✅ Religious Trauma is Real – Many have been hurt by institutions misusing faith, but that doesn’t mean God isn’t real.
✅ Mental Health & Spirituality Intersect – Deep healing happens when we examine ourselves fully—emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.
✅ God’s Call is Persistent – Even when we try to walk away, we might still feel drawn toward something greater than ourselves.
Connect with Constance Hastings:
📖 The Trouble with Jesus – [Find the book here] (Insert Link)
🌐 Website – constancehastings.com
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