My name is Susie. I have three children, the youngest of whom struggles with depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. I never thought this could happen to me, and I missed the signs. Being a parent is really hard, and I'm here to help! I'm talking to parents and experts to help you with the issues your kids may face. I want you to know that you are not alone and there is hope.
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Suicidal Ideation Podcasts

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Suicide Zen Forgiveness Stories re Suicide Loss | Ideation | Mental Health | Offering Hope |Empathy for All
Elaine Lindsay
Adding empathy and offering hope to end the silence, stigma, and shame. ~Elaine Lindsay©2021 Come along on the transformative journey of ’Suicide Zen Forgiveness,’ where host Elaine Lindsay, a suicide loss survivor and advocate, invites listeners to break the silence about mental health struggles. Elaine wants to remove the shame felt by all who are touched by suicide loss, ideation and mental health. With over 50 years of personal experience, Elaine offers candid conversations, heartfelt st ...
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Welcome to the Scars to Stars™ Podcast, where we share stories of resilience and hope. Your host, Deana Brown Mitchell is the founder of the Realize Foundation whose mission is to reduce the number of humans who struggle with suicidal ideation by creating a world where having the conversation becomes commonplace. Like many, she kept silent about her own struggles with mental health for 23 years due to shame and stigma. It wasn't until she lost a friend to suicide that Deana realized the powe ...
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15-year-old Eden Westbrook, lived in a small seaside town in Tasmania. One night after a minor disagreement with her family she left home. The next morning, she was found dead hanging from a tree on the main road into the town. The family don’t believe she took her own life. This series delves into the family's view of the police investigation, the witness that was last to see Eden Alive, missing evidence, new information and a tiny town with a dark secret. This is 'Our Little Edey – The Ede ...
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Welcome to Dewdrops, a new fiction podcast series by novelist, playwright, poet, and practicing lawyer Dan Flanigan—an author unafraid to explore the tangled truths of the human heart. Set inside the walls of a treatment center, Dewdrops follows a cast of unforgettable characters—people pushed to the edge, colliding in chaos, yet reaching for redemption. Meet Ray, a counselor haunted by his own doubts. Angel, a famous voice silenced by private despair. Duke, Maggie, Alex, and others—each bat ...
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Midnight Girl is a podcast where I talk about my problems. Anxiety, suicidal ideation, depression, falling in love too easily, how much I love Dahyun from Twice, etc.
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There are themes within Takmalah that listeners may find triggering including: intrusive thoughts, violence, domestic abuse and suicidal ideation. If any of the topics in this episode speak to you, you are not alone. We have partnered with SAD who host an online support group, every Thursday aptly named; Shits & giggles. Wherever you are on your journey, SAD offers a chance to connect, to be heard and supported by this incredible group of survivors. https://www.instagram.com/sadsobrevivendos ...
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Recording from Tokyo, I have on guests to discuss social issues, politics, and what's happening in the world. It's not what people believe, but why they believe it that I find most interesting.
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My name is Rebby Kern and this is my journey to healing, self-discovery and finding my truth. I lived too many years in the shadows of my past. Fully Integrated is the pathway I took to discover who I am and rooting into my greatness. Content Warning: This podcast discusses self-harm, suicidal ideation, childhood trauma, gun violence, sexual assault, abuse and substance use.
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Parenting Post-Wilderness: Parenting a Struggling Teen Before, During and After Treatment
Beth Hillman | Parent Coach for Parents of Struggling Teens
Your guide to parenting a struggling teen or young-adult, whether they’re home, transitioning home, or presently in treatment. Parents, say goodbye to exhausting confusion, overwhelm, panic and the unhelpful patterns that keep you and your family stuck. Learn how to develop healthy responses and set healthy boundaries with your teen instead of acting out of fear and anxiety. Experience the relationship-changing power of focusing on your own behavior instead of futile attempts to control your ...
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Forbidden Cassettes: Consummation is an analog horror podcast created by Kevin Scott Joiner & Adrian Vanderbosch. Dov Kandel has spent the better part of two decades exposing vast government conspiracies and exploring unsettling paranormal phenomena on his popular, late-night talk radio program, KANDEL AGAINST THE DARK. After interviewing thousands of callers and guests, he’s certain he’s heard it all. His next guest will prove him wrong. Author and investigator Orson Libretti has joined Dov ...
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Partsy Girls features two therapists, Grace and Natalie, who discuss all things therapy, current events, pop culture, and more. Trained in Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and the art of talking sh*t; this podcast is for therapists and non-therapists alike. TW: this podcast may include themes such as trauma, abuse, self-harm, suicidal ideation/behavior, sexual assault, and other themes that arise when exploring mental health and therapeutic modalities.
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Spaz on Mental Health, with host and psychotherapist Rhonda Spaziani, focuses on mental health issues and human flourishing. Hard topics ranging from domestic violence, to psychopathy, to depression and anxiety, to Complex PTSD, to suicidal ideation (and more!) are explored as well as positive and health psychology strategies to realize your best life. Rhonda Spaziani is a licensed professional counselor, hypnotherapist, owner of Spaziani Therapy, and an instructor of psychology and first ye ...
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A podcast with a positive focus, where I draw upon my many years of experience with Bipolar Disorder, Trauma, and Suicide as well as the pivotal turning points that led to my ability to be able to manage and maintain my illness and recovery.
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Talking mental health! Each week we break down different aspects of life and how to cope. Tune in each Thursday.
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In 2014 Kevin Cotter was diagnosed with depression after being hospitalized for Suicidal Ideation with a plan. If you are in crisis in the United States, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. Support the efforts of this podcast by donating to NAMI Greater Houston (https://funraise.org/give/NAMI-Greater-Houston/7441fef6-7530-49c6-8e3e-aa690e47270c/) and Follow I'm Glad I Didn't Kill Myself on Social Media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/ImGladIDidnt Twitter: ht ...
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Self-care with a conscience for everyday activists, but ya know, fun. Described by fans as "light conversations about heavy sh*t," Self-Helpless candidly explores all things (ethical) personal growth and practical activism—alright, with the occasional episode about Delanie's favorite sweet, sweet treats. Featuring a variety of changemakers including specialists, public figures, and subscribers, the show aims to close the gap between one-dimensional self-help and advocacy. Self-Helpless garne ...
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Suicide is second only to accidents as the leading cause of death in our youth. With this podcast, Dr. Lulu is spreading awareness for, and educating the public on suicide. She is interviewing guests who have been touched personally or otherwise by suicide. If you are a suicide loss survivor, have suicidal ideation, attempted suicide or know anyone who has, this podcast is for you. Listen and be encouraged knowing you are not alone, there is help out there. Call 1-800-SUICIDE or 1-800-273-TA ...
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Presenting, a shiny, new podcast, drawing on an older oral tradition! The Girl Who Set Out to Seek A Living Wage is a two-part fairy tale about a young woman forced to quest through retail to seek her fortune, only to find it's being hoarded by truly terrible beasts - corporate executives! Please check out www.patreon.com/jennysparkling for more info and more writing! Art by Christine Eglantine. Find more at www.lurkingintheburbs.tumblr.com. Music from Musopen.org; all recordings used are wi ...
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Beyond The Call looks at the people behind the occupations we respect and admire, or sometimes take for granted. We look beyond the blood, guts and danger, and look at the whole journeys of people that put their own wellbeing to the test in hundreds of different occupations. Paramedics, Firefighter, Police, Corrections, Mental Health Specialists, Emergency and Intensive medical personnel, Tow Truck Drivers, Teachers, Undertakers.... The list of jobs that cause trauma and harm to participants ...
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Princess R Lakshman, author, counsellor, life coach, and degree-qualified clinical nutritionist, speaks on different aspects of healing and recovery. These podcast episodes are inspired from the author’s life when she was healing and recovering from mental illness that began when she was battling with a brain tumour, adjusting to life as a single mother after a sudden marriage breakdown due to domestic violence, and facing rejection and disownment from family due to her choice to embrace Isl ...
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Reflections: Stories from My Healing Journey is a series hosted by me, Amanda Durocher, where I share personal stories and reflections about healing from rape, trauma, and suicidal ideation. In this series, I open up about the emotional ups and downs of my healing journey, offering candid reflections on the process of healing from rape, sexual assault, and the deep scars of abuse and trauma. Through these stories, I explore the challenges, triumphs, and transformative moments of my journey. ...
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Content Warning: Mental Health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is out there. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741 If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues and needs help, contact NAMI at 888-958-7150 Both a parody of, and homage to, classic series such as Star Trek, Buck Rogers, and Space:1999, Monocyte tells the st ...
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Empowering women as we experience extraordinary health challenges together.
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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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Full Plate is a podcast about healing from diet culture, creating peace with food, reclaiming body autonomy and trust, and taking a weight-inclusive approach to our well-being. Each week, Abbie interviews guests or answers listener questions that explore our relationship to food and our bodies. Abbie is an anti-diet nutritionist with a master’s in nutrition and integrative health. She is also the founder and owner of Abbie Attwood Wellness, a virtual private practice dedicated to weight-incl ...
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Everyone you meet, every single day, is fighting a battle you know nothing about. We are all in the process of overcoming something big, something small, but we are faced with the challenge to overcome all the time. You, me, we have overcome 100% of our darkest days. I’m Justin Wren, and I believe we are all Overcomers if we choose to overcome. We all have the option. I have overcome childhood trauma, sexual abuse, immense bullying, depression, suicidal ideation, self-imposed substance abuse ...
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A discussion of Trauma and PTSD from a first person perspective.
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This podcast is about connecting. It's about growing. It's about stretching. In society nowadays, it's easy to fall into echo chambers. This is not an echo chamber. Open Adoption Project is a community dedicated to listening and learning, and building relationships based on healthy respect and communication. The Open Adoption Project focuses on improving adoptee experiences by encouraging open communication between all members of the adoption constellation, nurturing ongoing open adoption re ...
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Melissa Rainer, mother of three girls, takes you on her journey from Instamom to becoming the legal mother of her two stepdaughters. The stories are all true. Nothing is held back. Everything is on the table. Melissa shares the difficulties she had with her own parents growing up and how those play into her own parenting skills (or lack thereof). She’ll take you through her battle against outsiders’ perspectives on parenting children that "aren't yours," which can come from just about anywhe ...
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Sonya Mastick brings you around the table to meet some amazing women and hear their stories.
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This is Unsilent: A S.P.E.A.K. Series from NoStigmas that champions mental health advocacy and challenges the stigmas that prevent people from getting the help they need.
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A show about happy people creating the life of their dreams doing their life’s work.
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The Sidekick Mastermind is for current and future Billionaires... those that impact a billion lives or more.
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Hello dear Passengers! Welcome aboard 'The Self-Growth Train' a podcast that combines personal stories, opinions and research in order to better guide you through your self-growth journey. My name is Frances Marie Rivera Pacheco and I am your tour guide :)
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Interruptions is a podcast hosted by Rev. Odell M. Cooper and Cathy Patton, two parents whose lives were Interrupted - one by gun violence and the other by autism. The hosts use their voices to Disrupt the Silence caused by inherited faith and family traditions, cultural and societal stigmas, and fear. Each episode openly addresses racial and economic disparities and the impact on mental health in communities of Black and Brown people. Their guests share personal stories about how their live ...
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Join Clarity Child Guidance Center as we discuss with industry leaders about kids and adolescent mental health. Every month, we are sharing tips, explanation of diagnoses, and self-care for caregivers. For more information, visit https://www.claritycgc.org/ This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy
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In today’s fast-paced world, it is easy to set aside self-care. With long daily to-do lists, many people disregard things that make them miserable. They go on with their lives despite feeling exhausted, sick, or downright depressed. Some can't even afford to stop to take a short breath. As a result, their bodies fail them, and they struggle to understand their ultimate purpose in life. Find the much-needed pause to reinvigorate yourself, right here on the Eat For Life Podcast. This show feat ...
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Real Stories Inspire ChangeWe are all Broken, just in different ways.This is the official podcast for the imperfect, outcasted, those who are crushed in spirit and those seeking to grow spiritually. Each episode entails various lessons and encouragements needed to boost warmth and joy in the soul.You are very valuable, you are loved and you have a purpose in life!"The potter wants to put you back together again"
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I interview experts about their fascinating research! I ask everything from how they decided on their research question, to what they want everyone to know about their findings. This podcast will appeal to anyone interested in research, but also anyone interested in learning new things.
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Have you ever had a time when you've made an important decision, or where your life was flipped upside down? Luke Edelston interviews people with extraordinary stories to reveal their Tipping Points where everything changed. Prepare to have your own "aha!" moments... and have fun too! (We don’t take ourselves too seriously!). Discover what transforms people's lives and minds on Tipping Points. This podcast is for you if you are curious, open-minded and love hearing about real life breakthrou ...
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On a plane, the flight attendants tell you to put on YOUR oxygen mask first before you help others; because you CAN’T help anyone unless you help yourself first! This podcast is for public safety professionals or anyone who cares for others in high-stress environments. We are focused on helping us all live the best life possible. Please join us as we delve into the depths of mental health, physical health and fitness, wellness, professional development, and improving relationships, and maybe ...
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Veterans tell their amazing stories of healing and transformation through psychedelic-assisted therapy. They have experienced journeys through combat, the chaos of emergencies, multiple psychiatric medications, addiction, estrangement by loved ones, and career loss. But each one found their way back by facing their biggest fears and darkest shadows—and unearthing aspects of themselves they didn't know existed. Now they want to help other veterans and first responders find the same path to he ...
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Ready for radical new ways to work with anxiety? This show explores the mind-blowing (and anxiety-busting) teachings of A Course in Miracles. You'll gain spiritual insights and practical tools to uncover the peace that already exists within you. Between interviews with leading ACIM teachers and solo episodes, anxiety doesn't stand a chance. Learn more about the show and the award-winning book at FromAnxietyToLove.com.
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One thing each of us can not avoid is a lifetime full of heartache. While the world we live in has taught us to prepare for unforeseen events, they’ve done little in teaching us how to cope. They also don’t tell you this…….Adversity is where the true YOU emerges if you let it. Whether it is the beginning of the end or you choose to find the silver lining, it’s ALL up to you. This podcast is about owning our ability to be resilient as it is our super power. The way we choose to persevere is o ...
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Surviving the Edge: Real Talk on Depression, Suicide Ideation, and Choosing Life with Lindsay Stadel
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23:51On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Lindsay Stadel —wife, mom, entrepreneur, and award-winning author—who speaks plainly about depression, alcohol misuse, suicide ideation, and the work of recovery. Lindsay recounts the night everything changed, the decision to seek therapy, tapering off medication under care, and ho…
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TRIGER WARNING: If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal ideation or a mental health crisis please call 988 or go immediately to the emergency room. This week we have a guest who shares an incredibly vulnerable and powerful story of her struggle with suicidal ideation as a teen. She walks us through what led her to her darkest days and h…
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9 41 Never Too Broken To Be Rebuilt Martha Glory Kartaoui survived 26 years in a religious cult marked by physical, sexual, emotional, and spiritual abuse. In this gripping episode, she unpacks her transformation from controlled pawn to powerful healer. She explains what it means to be trauma-informed, how forgiveness became her lifeline, and why h…
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Healing Through Grief and Resilience: Faith, Science, and LifeWave with Fierce Manson
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37:50In this episode of Healthy Waves, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with Fierce Manson—a spirit strategist, evangelist, prophet, certified life coach, and founder of the Fierce Female Network. Fierce opens up about surviving a ruptured brain aneurysm, the heartbreaking losses of her brother and aunt, and the way grief reshaped her life. She shares how f…
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Adult ADHD, Growth Systems, and the Future of Food Consulting with Dr. Bryan Quoc Le
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23:46In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Dr. Bryan Quoc Le—food scientist, consultant, entrepreneur, and documentary creator—to explore the intersection of adult ADHD, resilience, and the evolving future of food consulting. Bryan shares his journey from being diagnosed with ADHD in his 30s to reframing it …
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Episode 8 Dewdrops a podcast by Dan Flanigan
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25:03Ray sits alone with a bottle and a record spinning when Angel bursts in — luminous, dangerous, and impossibly alive. What begins as a tender, almost holy reunion becomes a razor-edged pledge: love, lust, and self-destruction braided together over slow kisses, hard truths, and a shared needle. As Angel sings about promises and moonlit deliverance, t…
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Beyond Biohacking—Founders, Burnout, and the Mind–Body–Energy Reset (with Ancient Wisdom + Modern Science) with Alessandro Grampa
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30:16Entrepreneurship doesn’t have to run on burnout. In this Healthy Waves episode, host Avik explores how founders can build sustainable success by integrating modern biohacking with timeless practices like meditation, breathwork, mindful movement, and energy awareness. Guest Alessandro Grampa—serial impact entrepreneur, Buddhist practitioner, and fou…
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Spiritual Ethics & Authentic Living: Choosing Alignment Over Burnout with Catherine Crestani
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31:12On this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with Catherine Crestani—intuitive healer, leadership coach, podcaster, and author of Pillars for Life. Catherine shares how walking away from two six-figure businesses led to a deeper definition of success rooted in peace, integrity, and self-leadership. We unpack spiritual…
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Writing as Therapy, Moral Dilemmas, and an 8-Year Path to a Debut Thriller with Buddy Howard
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24:05In this Healthy Mind, Healthy Life conversation, M&A specialist turned novelist Buddy Howard breaks down how writing became a therapeutic practice during a family crisis and later evolved into his debut thriller, The Burden of Evidence. We cover practical creative habits (daily 300-word targets, deadline accountability), mindset tools for finishing…
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From Fixed to Fearless: How Mindset Transforms People and Organizations with Dr. Shanea Clancy
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20:25On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Dr. Shanea Clancy—international speaker, forensic nurse, business strategist, and #1 international bestselling author—to break down what it really takes to shift from a fixed mindset to a fearless, outcomes-driven culture. This direct, practical conversation covers limiting beliefs…
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Rewriting Your Inner Script: Limiting Beliefs, Eustress & Resilience for High Performers with Dr. Albert Bramante
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25:39On Healthy Waves, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Dr. Albert Bramante—veteran talent agent, PhD in psychology, certified hypnotist, and NLP practitioner—to break down how the story you tell yourself shapes mental health and performance. From limiting beliefs and the inner critic to practical mindset tools like reframing, hypnosis, and NLP, Alb…
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Veteran Suicide Prevention, Leadership & The Power of Purpose-Driven Fitness with Rich Brown
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29:46On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, Avik interviews Rich Brown—U.S. Marine Corps veteran, co-founder of Honor Bound Fit, and event director of Guidon 22, a 22-mile ruck with 22 pounds held around the holidays to combat veteran suicide. Rich breaks down why many veterans lose tribe and purpose after service—and how community, service-oriented leadership,…
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161. Surviving Teen Addiction: One Family’s Path Through Wilderness and Recovery With Dawn McCord
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42:32When your teen is caught in the cycle of substance abuse, it can feel like you’re living in a nightmare you can’t wake up from. You find yourself wondering: Is this just normal teenage behavior? Or is something much bigger going on? I remember asking myself those same questions when my own son was struggling. That’s why this conversation with Dawn …
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Episode 115: Joanne Martinez Dunn Part 2, Mom and Licensed Professional Counselor
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50:40TRIGGER WARNING—this episode contains explicit talk about suicide and methodology This episode is the continuation and conclusion of my conversation with Joanne. Joanne discusses the myriad of therapies and therapeutic modalities she has incorporated into her own healing work. She talks about her work on her master’s degree in counseling (https://w…
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Concussions, Mental Health & Real Recovery: Autonomic Nervous System, Brain Inflammation, and Functional Neurology with Dr. Ayla Wolf
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31:01Concussions don’t always show up on scans—but they can reshape mood, sleep, focus, and quality of life. In this direct conversation on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, Dr. Ayla Wolf—acupuncturist, funct/ional neurology practitioner, and author of The Concussion Breakthrough—explains why many post-concussion symptoms are missed, how autonomic nervous sys…
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Live Longer, Healthier & More Impactful: Evidence-Based Brain Health, Sleep, Movement, Nutrition & Stress Mastery with Dr. Ryan Williamson
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32:21On Healthy Waves with host Avik Chakraborty, board-certified neurologist and Navy veteran Dr. Ryan Williamson breaks down what actually extends lifespan and healthspan. He rejects hype and quick fixes, and shows how four evidence-backed pillars—sleep quality, daily movement, smart nutrition, and effective stress management—protect the brain, sharpe…
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Tech & Therapy: How to Use AI, Apps, and Online Platforms Without Losing the Human Factor with Daniel Fleshner
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17:46In this Healthy Mind, Healthy Life episode, host Avik sits down with licensed professional counselor and AACCT-certified sex therapist Daniel Fleshner, founder of Inflection Point Therapy, to cut through the hype around mental-health tech. From AI chatbots and teletherapy to outcome tracking and ethics, Daniel explains where digital tools genuinely…
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AI, Robotics, and The Future of Work and Life with Dr. Catie Cuan
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1:03:10Delanie Fischer chats with engineer and choreo-roboticist Dr. Catie Cuan about the future of AI, robotics, and the art of human-robot interaction. They explore potential pitfalls, promising upsides, and everything in between—impacting creativity, health, the environment, and human connection. Plus: + Rethinking Machines in Hospitals and Beyond + Th…
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Fitness as Liberation: Joy, Community, and Care with Ilya Parker (Part Two)
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31:46MAHA, diet culture, and toxic fitness ideals...this is the second half of my conversation with Ilya Parker. We go deeper into the toxic roots of mainstream fitness culture and explore how ableism, conformity, and control are built into the system. Ilya draws SO many incredible connections in this episode...between patriarchy, body ideals, the curre…
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Healing Through Hugs: Boundaries, Belonging, and Self-Acceptance with Melinda Lee
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22:28On this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik explores the practice of “healing through hugs” with author and coach Melinda Lee, whose memoir Rebel Hugger documents a year of offering consensual hugs to strangers—and the deeper truth she uncovered: the connection she gave others was the connection she hadn’t given herself. We discuss int…
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Wholeness, Vision & Self-Return: Healing the Mind, Body & Eyes with Tara Wiskow, Mechelle Wingle & Dr. Roger Wu
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54:44In this powerful roundtable episode of Healthy Waves, host Avik Chakraborty dives deep into the interconnected layers of healing with three guests who are reshaping the wellness space in unique ways. Tara Wiskow shares her journey from emotional abandonment to reinvention and radical self-trust. Mechelle Wingle explains the transformative practice …
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Breath to Bliss: Transforming Stress Through Conscious Breathing with Dr. Roberta Garceau
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34:52In this episode of Healthy Waves, we dive deep into the power of breath with Dr. Roberta Garceau—a dentist, yoga and Ayurveda practitioner, and sleep medicine expert. Drawing from her book Bliss, Not Burnout, Dr. Garceau explains how conscious breathing is more than just a wellness trend—it’s a transformative tool for emotional regulation, energy a…
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Rewrite Your Inner Story: The Mindset-Stress Connection with Stacey & Justin from Fortify Health Coaching
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45:17In this episode of Healthy Waves, we dive into how the words we use—and the stories we tell ourselves—can silently wreck our health. Host Avik sits down with Stacey and Justin, the powerhouse duo behind Fortify Health Coaching, to explore how language shapes physiology, why high-performing women often live in unrecognized survival mode, and how cha…
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Mental Strength, Trauma, and True Healing – with Chris Marhefka, Andrew Wilson & Steve Wilson
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58:10In this deeply honest episode of Healthy Waves, host Avik Chakraborty brings together three men—Chris Marhefka, Andrew Wilson, and Steve Wilson—whose lives have been transformed by trauma, resilience, and the pursuit of emotional truth. Together, they explore what real mental strength looks like when it’s not about pushing through pain but learning…
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The Power of Self-Care to Overcome Stress and Trauma with Amanda J. Scott
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38:28In this episode of Healthy Waves, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Amanda J. Scott, author of Finding My Way Back to Me. Amanda shares her courageous journey of breaking free from a 17-year abusive marriage and how self-care became the foundation for reclaiming her voice, rebuilding her self-worth, and guiding other survivors to live fully agai…
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How to Build a Real Estate Portfolio Using Just 20% of Your Own Money without the burnout with Axel Meierhoefer
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33:51On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Sana digs into a clear, step-by-step approach to building a cash-flowing U.S. real estate portfolio with only ~20% down. Guest Axel Meierhoefer breaks down mindset, savings habits (pay yourself first), and his Out-of-State Turnkey (OSTK) method—why single-family rentals in affordable markets can compound steadily…
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From Skin to Soul: Redefining Beauty and Wellness with Raven Alvarez & Sharon Vendle
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39:32In this episode of Healthy Waves, we explore what it truly means to heal and glow from the inside out with wellness visionaries Raven Alvarez and Sharon Vendle. Raven, founder of Seraphine Wellness & Beauty in Fort Lauderdale, and Sharon, founder of Serenity Wellness Spa in San Francisco, unpack the truth behind holistic beauty, the power of daily …
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Building a Standout Real Estate Career Through Human Psychology, Flexibility & Heart with Kirstine Openshaw
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24:47On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty talks with Texas luxury real estate leader Kirstine Openshaw about what actually moves deals in an oversaturated market. Kirstine strips away the hype—pretty brochures and ad spend don’t close; trust, community touchpoints, and pain-point clarity do. She unpacks how living through her sons’ conge…
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Clarity Over Chaos: Mindfulness, Burnout & Redefining Success with Jessica Di Re
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21:21In this deeply real and reflective episode of Healthy Waves, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Jessica Di Re—a Montreal-based real estate broker and clarity coach who rebuilt her life and business after burnout and a life-changing injury. From breaking her knee in a moment of rush to discovering the power of stillness, Jessica shares her raw jou…
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Reclaiming Happiness from Within: Irina Shehovsov on Healing, Identity & Inner Worth
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27:50In this episode of Healthy Waves, we dive into the profound theme of self-reclamation and inner happiness with bestselling author, podcast host, and transformational coach Irina Shehovsov. From overcoming trauma and emotional wounds to cultivating joy from within, Irina offers grounded insights and practical habits for anyone feeling stuck, unworth…
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Treating Chronic Pain Without Drugs or Surgery – With Dr. William Moyal
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25:25In this eye-opening episode of Healthy Waves, we dive into chronic pain, its root causes, and the possibility of complete healing—without relying on drugs, injections, or surgery. Dr. William Moyal, a globally respected chiropractic sports physician with nearly four decades of experience, shares his revolutionary three-step treatment system. From w…
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Walking Into the Fire: Mental Strength, War Zones, and Legacy with Lyubim Kogan
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27:36In this powerful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, guest host Sana speaks with Lyubim Kogan—five-time Olympian, 9/11 survivor, founder of Wings4Heroes, and a man who has quite literally walked back into fire. From Wall Street to war zones, Lubim opens up about the mental cost of mission-driven work, surviving burnout, and why he still chooses …
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Design a Life You Love: Habits, Boundaries & Purpose with Lisa Druxman
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24:12In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik sits down with Lisa Druxman, founder of Fit4Mom and author of Level Up Your Life. Together, they unpack how to break free from survival mode and start designing a life of intention and energy—habit by habit. Lisa reveals how small daily choices aligned with core values can radically shift you…
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From Small Town to CEO: Emily McSherry on Redefining Career Success & Mental Health
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25:39In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Emily McSherry, CEO and founder of Advize, to discuss the intersection of entrepreneurship, mental health, and career mindset. Emily’s journey—from growing up in a small Texas town with no clear role models to launching an AI-powered career platform—is raw, insightf…
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From Surviving to Thriving: Dr. Rhonda Hodge on Post-Pandemic Mental Health Recovery
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23:29In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, we sit down with Dr. Rhonda Hodge, founder of Harmony Psychiatric Services, to explore how mental health care must evolve beyond traditional models in the aftermath of COVID-19. Dr. Rhonda shares how her integrative approach—combining medication, movement, nutrition, and community—addresses the whole p…
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From Combat to Calm: Cole Grace on Healing, Humility & Mental Strength
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18:42In this powerful conversation, Cole Grace joins Healthy Mind, Healthy Life to explore the misunderstood strength of humility and how it became the foundation for his healing journey after war, addiction, and PTSD. Cole shares his transformation from a soldier driven by ego to an author and advocate grounded in truth. He opens up about the impact of…
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Mastering Relational Well-being and Communication with Amara Samata
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28:58In this episode of Healthy Waves, host Sana explores the transformative intersection of communication, self-awareness, and relational intelligence with Amara Samata — a globally recognized transformational guide and founder of the Inner Guidance Institute. With insights drawn from ancient Tibetan Dzogchen wisdom and modern psychological frameworks,…
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Healing from Within: Aisha Rodrigue on Nervous System, Mindfulness & True Leadership
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33:07In this episode of Healthy Waves, Avik Chakraborty speaks with Aisha Rodrigue, co-founder of Human Garage, about holistic healing, nervous system regulation, emotional trauma, and embodied leadership. Aisha breaks down how stress lives in the body, why fascia holds the key to memory and healing, and how real transformation requires presence—not jus…
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Healing on the Trail: Rand Timmerman on Grief, Sobriety & Hiking the Appalachian at 72
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20:03In this powerful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik speaks with Rand Timmerman—retired attorney, recovered alcoholic, Vietnam veteran, and author—about his life-changing journey hiking the 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail at the age of 72. With an artificial knee, past trauma, and a backpack full of memories, Rand set out to support his g…
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Reclaiming Creative Worth with Rachel Vancelette: Burnout, Boundaries, and Bold Expression
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27:39In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with Rachel D. Vancelette—art advisor, strategist, and author of Own Your Worth—on how creatives can reclaim their value, heal from burnout, and navigate the art world with integrity. Rachel shares her personal journey through extreme burnout, autoimmune illness, and spirit…
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Training the Mindset Muscle: Unlocking Grit, Belief, and Mental Toughness with Coach Sandy Cohen
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23:04What separates champions from quitters? It’s not talent—it’s mindset. In this high-impact episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Sana speaks with Coach Sandy Cohen, a dynamic mindset coach, speaker, and author of the 99 Rules series. Sandy breaks down what it really means to train the "muscle between your ears," offering powerful insights into…
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Entrepreneurship After Trauma: Redefining Strength with Amy Friesen
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18:42In this heartfelt episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with Amy Friesen—award-winning entrepreneur, author, and founder of Tea & Toast—about the emotional realities of caregiving, trauma, and entrepreneurship. Amy shares how her personal journey through loss and family dysfunction led to creating two impactful organiz…
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The First Daughter Awakening: Healing, Reclaiming & Rising with Adaku Mbagwu
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20:24In this powerful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with transformational coach and Healed Hero founder, Adaku Mbagwu, to unpack the hidden burdens and emotional scars carried by eldest daughters. From growing up as the responsible child in a family of seven to reaching a breaking point of burnout and depression,…
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Let That Ish Go: Healing, Surrender, and Radiant Comebacks with Samantha Jones Darling
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25:14In this raw and grounding episode, Avik speaks with author and healer Samantha Jones Darling about her newest book I Am Ready: Let That Ish Go. From surviving deep trauma to guiding others in healing, Samantha shares how surrender, emotional grounding, and radical truth-telling helped her navigate PTSD, addiction, and illness. She explains what “le…
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Healthy Mind, Healthy Life — From Willpower to Possibility: How to Create Sustainable Behavior Change with Glen Lubbert
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30:06In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik speaks with Glen Lubbert, CEO and co-founder of Stamina Lab, about a solution-focused approach that starts with what’s already working. Glen breaks down how to reframe burnout as a signpost, swap shame for evidence-based self-efficacy, and design many paths to the same outcome—focus, energy, …
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The Art of Non-Conformity: Break Free From Who You Were Told To Be with Samantha Kane
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32:30On this episode of Healthy Waves, Avik explores how to stop dimming your light to fit expectations and start living by design. Certified holistic life coach Samantha Kane (Roots Wings Wellness) unpacks practical ways to release limiting beliefs, set boundaries with family and culture, trust your inner compass, and align daily choices with your high…
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Overcoming Shame, Practicing Self-Acceptance, and Becoming a Healthy High Achiever with Jerry Henderson
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21:28On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Jerry Henderson—Master Certified Coach, author, speaker, and host of the Permission to Love podcast—to unpack how shame quietly fuels burnout, perfectionism, and imposter syndrome. Jerry shares the inner work that moved him from achievement-as-proof to achievement-as-expression, an…
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Mind–Body–Soul Alignment & The Real Work of Gratitude with Shannon Curtis
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28:55On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik digs into a direct, practical conversation with Shannon Curtis—founder of Angel Goddess Healing and author of “No More Monsters Under the Bed: Shining Your Light on the Dark.” Shannon unpacks how trauma shows up in the body, why sobriety and boundaries keep spiritual work grounded, and how a daily gratitude …
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Regenerate, Don’t Degenerate: Natural Habits for Energy, Detox & Longevity with Dr. Shirley Piccarreto
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22:21On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty talks with Dr. Shirley Piccarreto—doctor of naturopathy and bestselling author of “Healthy, Lean, and Sexy at Any Age”—about practical ways women over 50 can rebuild energy, reduce inflammation, and feel stronger. Dr. Shirley shares routines that helped her recover after surgery: gentle detox pra…
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Mindset Metamorphosis: How Discipline, Consistency, and Faith Rebuild a Life After Crisis with DK Kang
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33:48When life collapsed—his wife’s cancer diagnosis, job loss, and mounting debt—author and martial artist DK Kang rebuilt from the ground up. In this Healthy Waves episode, we cut through motivational fluff and get tactical: growth vs. fixed mindset, stacking tiny habits, training when motivation is gone, celebrating small wins without turning into yo…
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