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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.io
Email: hello@kineon.io
Instagram: @kineon_labs
Join their community: 7,000+ member Facebook group (linked on website)
Medical professionals: Ask about the “Pain to Possible” initiative

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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.

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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.

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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/

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In this eye-opening episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik sits down with Jodi Norgaard—entrepreneur, activist, and author of More Than a Doll. Together, they unpack the deep psychological effects of gendered toys on children’s confidence, the subtle messages embedded in childhood play, and how early conditioning impacts women’s leadership and self-perception. Jodi shares her trailblazing journey of launching Go! Go! Sports Girls, battling industry resistance, and proving that purpose-driven entrepreneurship can challenge norms and inspire change.

If you’ve ever wondered how the toys we buy shape society—or how to build a business without compromising your values—this conversation is for you.

About Jodi Norgaard:  

Jodi Norgaard is the founder of Go! Go! Sports Girls, keynote speaker, activist, and author of More Than a Doll: How Creating a Sports Doll Turned Into a Fight to End Gender Stereotypes. She has collaborated with the White House Gender Policy Council, the Geena Davis Institute, and has been featured on Forbes, Today Show, and The New York Times. Her mission: to redefine play and empower girls.

Key Takeaways:  

How gendered toys influence kids’ self-esteem
Why parents often miss subtle messages in toys
The confidence gap—and how early play shapes it
Jodi’s fight to challenge an industry resistant to change
How purpose and profit can (and must) coexist in business

Connect with Jodi Norgaard:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodibondinorgaard/ 

• Instagram: @jodibondinorgaard

• Substack: https://jodibondinorgaard.substack.com/ 

• Ms. Magazine Contributor: https://msmagazine.com/

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In this powerful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty is joined by G. Michael Hopf—USMC combat veteran, USA Today bestselling author, and founder of two publishing companies—for a deeply resonant conversation on transforming life’s darkest moments into fuel for purpose and growth. From navigating war zones to penning 40+ novels, Hopf reveals how reframing suffering, cultivating discipline, and embracing mindset shifts led him to personal and professional success. With profound insights on grief, creativity, and consistency, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking clarity and resilience on their journey.

About the Guest:
G. Michael Hopf is a Marine Corps veteran and author of over 40 novels, including the acclaimed The New World Series. His gritty stories of survival and resilience have impacted over a million readers worldwide. After his military career and work as a bodyguard, he found purpose in storytelling and mentoring aspiring authors. Today, Michael empowers others to transform their pain into creative power and sustainable success.

Key Takeaways:

• Suffering is not an end, but a teacher—reframing pain can open the path to strength.

• Mindset and discipline outweigh talent in achieving long-term success.

• Consistency is the bridge between goals and results—write every day, show up for your vision.

• True success lies in purpose, peace of mind, and the lives we impact—not just accolades or money.

• Loss doesn’t define you; your choices and resilience do.

Connect with G. Michael Hopf:
Website: www.gmichaelhopf.com
Michael is open to mentoring writers and welcomes all creative minds to reach out via his contact form.

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