On Pleasure Principles, host Sayan sits down with Michael Dorfman to talk about a topic most people avoid. Sensual longevity in the “fifth stage of life” (80 to 100+). Michael breaks the cultural script that says aging equals decline. He shares the mindset shifts that move you from surviving to thriving, why real connection beats screen-based relationships and how long-term love can deepen with age. They also unpack practical longevity habits that support energy, confidence, emotional health and intimacy. This episode is a direct conversation about health, identity, consent and staying fully alive as you age. About the Guest: Michael Dorfman is a health and nutrition life coach, investigative author and longevity advocate. He has spent decades experimenting with food, mindset and lifestyle design. He lives a long-term plant-based lifestyle and is the author of The Thriving Vegan. He is also building his upcoming book and platform, Longevity Wellness Revolution, focused on aging with energy, purpose and joy. Key Takeaways: Sensual longevity is not a gimmick. It is a mindset and lifestyle strategy for aging with vitality, confidence and connection. Thriving after 80 starts with refusing the “life is ending” narrative. You can enjoy your 80s with purpose and joy. Long-term intimacy changes with age. It can evolve into deeper emotional closeness, affection, play and mutual respect. Healthy couple dynamics in later life require clear communication, consent and flexibility when desire levels differ. Screen-based connection can create a false sense of relationship. In-person presence builds real emotional exchange and bonding. A longevity lifestyle is a portfolio. Plant-based eating, breath practices, temperature training, posture work and meditation support energy and resilience. Retirement does not have to mean slowing down. Staying curious, learning and creating can keep the mind sharp and identity growing. Michael frames healthy aging as identity change. You become someone who prioritizes emotional, physical, mental and spiritual health. How Listeners Can Connect With the Guest: Website: http://www.michaeljdorfman.com/ Weekly articles on Substack : https://www.michaeljdorfman.substack.com/ Also on BlueSky and Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/michael.dorfman.353/ Book: Upcoming release expected in January, Info on his website and purchase availability on Amazon 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/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty. storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate. This channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: Mental Health & Emotional Well-being Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth Holistic Healing & Conscious Living Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma and build a world where every story matters. Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.comWebsite: www.healthymindbyavik.comBased in: India & USA Open to collaborations, guest appearances, co

In this episode of Pleasure Principles, host Pragya sits down with Louis Brantmeyer for a grounded conversation on sexual wellness, pleasure, intimacy, and nervous system regulation. They challenge two extremes. Treating pleasure like an optional “vitamin” for high-achievers, or treating orgasm and spiritualized sexuality like a cure-all for trauma and life problems. Lewis shares a practical framework for integrating desire without shame, compulsion, or performance pressure, plus why real connection can look like touch, presence, and honest communication, not just sex. If you’re navigating libido shifts, modern dating culture, porn-driven expectations, or “conscious” spaces that sometimes blur boundaries, this episode brings a clear middle path focused on maturity, consent, and sustainable intimacy. About the Guest: Louis Brantmeyer is a philosophy-trained teacher and author exploring sexuality, intimacy, and personal development through both research and lived experience. He’s the author of A Creationship’s Inception and The Treasure of Souls Touching, and he speaks about building aligned relationships without swinging between repression and excess. Key Takeaways: Pleasure supports well-being, but it is not a magic fix for trauma, anxiety, or relationship dysfunction. High-performers often deprioritize intimacy. That can be intentional, but chronic avoidance can create stress, shame loops, and disconnection. The goal is integration. Learn to shift between focus, creativity, rest, and intimacy without guilt or overindulgence. “Pleasure” can include affection, non-sexual touch, closeness, and emotional honesty, not just intercourse or orgasm. Many people confuse connection with performance. Sustainable intimacy prioritizes safety, consent, pacing, and communication. Sexual energy can fuel creativity and motivation when handled responsibly, rather than being spent compulsively. Media and porn-informed scripts can distort expectations. Rebuilding healthy desire often requires unlearning unrealistic patterns. In “conscious” or spiritual sexuality spaces, power dynamics matter. Clear boundaries protect everyone, especially student-teacher contexts. Individual needs vary by stress, health, hormones, and season of life. Experiment responsibly and track what actually improves your life. When conversations touch trauma, shame, or mental health lows, support systems matter. Therapy and trusted community can stabilize the path. How Listeners Can Connect With the Guest: Website: https://www.skool.com/make-love-easy-7313  Get the best of Louis's dating or relationship coaching (Previously Sold at $1k per course) for free by joining the Make Love Easy Skool community today!   YouTube | Instagram | TikTok   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 Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty. storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate. this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join

In this episode of Pleasure Principles, host Avik sits down with transformational coach and spiritual mentor Gabriela Popescu to unpack how mindfulness and nervous system healing can literally rewrite your identity, health, and self leadership. Gabriela breaks down burnout, people pleasing and self betrayal as nervous system responses, not personality flaws. She explains how healing the four bodies, physical, emotional, mental and spiritual, helps women move out of survival mode into aligned leadership at home, at work and in business. this episode is a straight talking roadmap to: regulating your nervous system, dismantling trauma based identities, rebuilding self trust and leading your life from grounded presence instead of constant overgiving. If you have ever thought “I don’t know who I am without the chaos”, this conversation gives you a practical first step back to yourself. About the guest: Gabriela Popescu is a transformational coach, speaker and spiritual mentor and the powerhouse behind Phoenix Medicine. She supports women who are burned out, people pleasing and living on autopilot to reconnect with their truth through her Soul Path framework, working across the four bodies. physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. Having survived abuse, trauma and burnout herself, Gabriela has rebuilt her own identity and alchemized pain into purpose. She now helps women regulate their nervous systems, set clean boundaries and step into a version of themselves that feels radically real rather than performative or driven only by productivity. Key takeaways: Burnout and people pleasing are nervous system responses, not your personality. They often come from the core belief “I am only lovable when I produce”, which drives chronic overgiving, overwork and emotional self abandonment. Regulation first, strategy second. Simple tools like breathwork, stillness for 5 minutes or pausing during a trigger can shift you from fight, flight or freeze into presence so you can respond instead of react in relationships, leadership and business. The emotional and mental bodies are the most neglected. Suppressed emotions, negative self talk, media overload and unsupportive environments quietly destabilize identity, drain energy and eventually show up as burnout, health issues or relationship breakdowns. Burnout is a boundary, identity and soul crisis. Healing requires self love, honest check ins with “Is my cup full”, living in cycles of action and rest and dropping the fantasy that you can sustainably give from empty. Trauma shrinks your world. healing reopens it. Abusers, past environments and old narratives can create a warped sense of self. Consistency over perfection, one habit at a time, and spiritual connection with your higher self or Source build a new, grounded identity. If you feel lost without chaos, start with silence and a page. Sit quietly, then free write 2 to 3 pages and ask, “What actually lights me up”, and “Is this belief true or just a story I inherited”. How to connect with Gabriela Popescu: Listeners who want to go deeper into mindfulness, nervous system healing and identity work with Gabriela can find her here. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriela-popescu-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabrielasoulphoenix/Website: https://www.phoenixmedicine.me/ (follow her socials for updates)Work with Gabriella: Private coaching & Phoenix Medicine programs focused on the Four Bodies healing.   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 Disclaimer. This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country or profession mentioned. All third party media used

In this episode of Pleasure Principles, host Sana sits down with CEO, author and podcaster Judy Gaman to talk about what really keeps love alive in an age-gap marriage over decades. They get specific about navigating different life stages, shifting energy levels, hormones, careers, blended families and grandkids, without pretending that love alone solves everything. Judy breaks down how couples can do a real "relationship audit" around health, desire, time, money and values, so they build a partnership that can actually sustain the age difference. This is a straight-talking conversation on age-gap relationships, long-term desire, emotional maturity, boundaries with family, and practical rituals that keep intimacy alive, grounded in real life instead of fantasy. About the Guest: Judy Gaman is the CEO of Executive Medicine of Texas, an award-winning author, keynote speaker and host of the Stay Young America podcast. She brings decades of experience in age management, preventive health and high-performance living, along with her own story of building a long-term age-gap marriage, raising a blended family of ten children and now navigating life, work and love with grandkids in the picture. Judy’s work centers on helping people live longer, healthier and more intentional lives, in both their bodies and their relationships. Key Takeaways: Age-gap marriages work best when couples do an honest “relationship audit” early on. energy levels, timelines, health, money, kids and long-term goals are all on the table. The real issue is less about the number of years between partners and more about life stage alignment, emotional maturity and shared values. you can be the same age and still be wildly mismatched. Desire and sexual connection change over time. hormones, medication, stress, pain and lifestyle all play a role. many couples mislabel a health issue as “I’m not attracted anymore” and create problems that didn’t need to exist. Consistent effort beats grand gestures. date nights, staycations, small rituals, checking in on each other’s well-being and practical acts of care keep the bond strong over decades. Intimacy can be reignited by revisiting your story together. photos, old messages, shared poems or traditions act as emotional reset buttons for the relationship. When family or community judges the age gap, couples can hold a clear boundary. “We’ve talked this through as a couple. we’re good with our decision, so let’s change the topic.” Calm, firm and low drama. A powerful marital rule. you cannot fight about what you already knew before you married them. if you went all in knowing their quirks, it is unfair to weaponize those later. How Listeners Can Connect with Judy Gaman: Website: http://www.judygaman.com/  Executive Medicine of Texas: https://www.emtexas.com/  Listeners from around the world work with her team on age management, preventive health and long-term wellness. Connect. Collaborate. Be a Guest 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 Disclaimer This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. About Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it has become a sanctuary for healing, growth and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty. storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate. this channel shares powerful podcasts and grounded con

In this episode of Pleasure Principles, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Cam Jennings, Director of Business Development at ToyChats.com, a user generated sex toy review platform built for safety, transparency and real talk about adult pleasure products. They unpack why most people still buy toys based on packaging and guesswork, how censorship on platforms like Meta, TikTok and Tumblr silences essential safety conversations, and why honest reviews can literally keep people out of the hospital. Cam breaks down how ToyChats.com aims to be the Yelp or Rotten Tomatoes of sex toys while staying firmly out of the porn lane. The conversation zooms in on pleasure as wellness, product quality, material safety, and why paying reviewers matters in a creator driven economy. If you care about informed consent, body safety and shame free intimacy, this episode gives you a clear, no fluff look at the future of sex toy culture and adult product transparency. About the Guest: Cam Jennings is the Director of Business Development at ToyChats.com, the only dedicated user generated review platform for sex toys. He started in the industry the scrappy way, cleaning arcades, repackaging DVDs and working retail counters in adult stores, eventually becoming a respected bridge between manufacturers, retailers and everyday consumers. Cam has been featured in major adult trade outlets including Starr Erotica and AVN Magazine, and is known for championing safety, transparency and dignity in pleasure product culture. At ToyChats.com he focuses on empowering reviewers, educating consumers about product quality and materials, and creating a mainstream friendly space where conversations about toys are treated like any other product review, not a taboo. Key Takeaways: Safety before aestheticsMost consumers still pick sex toys based on packaging, colors or convenience. Cam stresses that materials, build quality and durability should come first because these products go on and in the body. User generated reviews give people real world feedback before they buy. Censorship can be a safety riskWhen Meta, TikTok and similar platforms block adult product conversations, they also block warnings about unsafe toys. The absence of educational, non pornographic content means people do not hear about defects, breakage and material issues that could send them to the hospital. ToyChats.com is a middle layer for trustToyChats.com connects consumers, reviewers and manufacturers in one place. The platform does not host pornographic content. Instead it focuses on clean, practical reviews, unboxings and post use impressions that brands can even repurpose for staff training and product improvement. Reviewers are treated as creators, not unpaid laborApproved written reviews are paid, and 4–10 minute video reviews earn higher payouts plus access to toys for review. This aligns with the broader creator economy and signals that a reviewer’s insight has real economic and community value. The future of sex toy culture is mainstream and conversationalCam sees the industry moving deeper into couples boutiques, app connected toys, innovative motors and even robotics. The real unlock is cultural. Consensual pleasure, mutual masturbation and intimacy need to be discussed as normal wellness topics, with platforms like ToyChats.com giving people a safe, stigma free place to talk.  adult, educational and 18+.) How to Connect with the Guest Listeners can connect directly with Cam Jennings and the ToyChats.com team here Website. https://www.toychats.com Email: cam@toychats.com To become a reviewer. Visit ToyChats.com, click “Become a Reviewer”, submit your first review and apply to join their paid reviewer community. For deeper collaboration, partnerships or questions about safety, transparency and user generated reviews in the adult products space, Cam can be reached through his public email above and via the contact options on the ToyChats.com site. Be a G

In this powerful episode of Pleasure Principles, host Avik sits down with Jeremy Nelson, founder of MarryingAmerica.com — a revolutionary dating platform designed for people who are serious about marriage and long-term partnership. Jeremy exposes why modern dating apps are failing us, how abundance of choice has killed intention, and why the rise of AI companions may make genuine human relationships a thing of the past — unless we act now. A wake-up call for anyone tired of endless swiping and ready for real connection. Key Takeaways: Modern dating feels exhausting because we no longer “need” a partner to survive — technology and independence removed the ancient survival pressure that forced intentional partnering. Endless options create paralysis and delusion; historically, people only had access to a handful of potential mates in their village or tribe — fewer choices bred deeper commitment. MarryingAmerica.com flips the script: only 5 paid match requests per month (credits cost money and are redeemed only if accepted), instantly signaling serious intent instead of casual boredom. True love grows from shared deeds and effort over years, not instant chemistry — the Hollywood “fall in love first” myth is backwards (this is why arranged marriages often succeed). Unrealistic expectations fueled by social media and rom-coms are keeping people single — every real partner will have flaws; lasting relationships have always required accepting and working through shortcomings. Urgent warning: This generation is the last that can still form deep human partnerships before lifelike AI companions, robots, and synthetic reproduction make real people “replaceable.” Act fast or risk permanent loneliness. Connect with Jeremy Nelson & MarryingAmerica:Website & Platform: https://www.marryingamerica.com (100% web-based, no app, free profile + 3 starter credits)Start your intentional dating journey today — registration is completely free and gives full access to test the platform. 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/avik DisclaimerThis video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. About Healthy Mind By AvikHealthy Mind By Avik is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it has become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, this channel brings you powerful podcasts and grounded conversations across mental health, emotional well-being, mindfulness, holistic healing, trauma recovery, and self-empowerment. With over 4,400 episodes and 168.4K global listeners, we are committed to amplifying stories and breaking stigma worldwide.Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. ContactBrand: Healthy Mind By AvikEmail: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.comWebsite: www.healthymindbyavik.comBased in: India and USAOpen to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. CHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUESTPodcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavikBe a guest: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/beaguest Video Testimonial: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/testimonialsCommunity: https://nas.io/healthymindNewsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ OUR SERVICESBusiness Podcast Management: https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/corporatepodcasting/Individual Podcast Management: https://ourofferings.healthymind

Sex is one of the most natural things on the planet. Yet most of us were taught to fear it, hide it, or feel guilty for wanting it. In this episode of Pleasure Principles, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with dark romance author Bria Rose to unpack purity culture, shame, and the double standards that shape our desire. Bria shares how writing dark romance and a kinky Beauty and the Beast retelling, Her Dark Promise, became a way to explore consent, trauma, fantasy, and healing without icking anyone’s yum. They talk about kink positive culture, why consent is the real turn on, how fiction can help survivors reclaim power, and what safe exploration can look like between consenting adults. If you are ready to shift from “desire is dangerous” to “desire can be divine and intentional,” this conversation gives you language, context, and permission to explore your pleasure on your own terms. About The Guest: Bria Rose is an indie dark romance author who writes “where sensuality meets storytelling.” A former Disneyland cast member who grew up around myth and magic, she now uses that fairy tale foundation to flip the script on desire, power, and autonomy. Her breakout novel Her Dark Promise is a dark, passion filled retelling of Beauty and the Beast that blends romance, danger, and empowerment for readers who crave emotionally intense, kink positive stories with real stakes. Key Takeaways: Purity culture and double standards teach many women that desire makes them “less valuable” while men get praised for the same behavior, which drives shame and fear around sex. Dark romance can be a powerful outlet to process trauma, explore shadow desires, and rehearse healthier outcomes in a controlled fictional space. Kink positive storytelling centers one core rule. Everything happens between informed, consenting adults who actively choose the power dynamic. Consent, communication, and clarity about boundaries keep tension high yet healthy. Desire with dialogue beats silence and confusion every time. You do not have to “ick” someone else’s consensual kink. The real red lines are harm to children, non consent, and illegal or abusive behavior. You get one life. Safe, honest, consensual sex and pleasure can be part of a grounded, mentally healthy life rather than something hidden in shame. Connect With Bria Rose: Website and hub for all books, shop and socials. https://authorbriaRose.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 Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact 💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™📧 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com🌐 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com📍 Based in: India & USA 🎙️ Open to collaborations, guest appea

On Pleasure Principles (a Healthy Mind By Avik™ show), Avik gets tactical about the loneliness epidemic with Gabor Kadas, CEO of Friending, Inc. We unpack why “always online” still feels empty, the health toll of isolation, and what it takes to engineer an app that pushes people off their phones and into real life—10-message caps, 30-day “meet IRL” windows, ID verification (Persona), proximity check-ins, and tap-3 safety alerts. We also cover activity-based matching (“Are You In” cards), a 50-mile radius to prioritize repeat meetups, planned pricing, and a clever coffee+QR product that carries voice/video notes. If you’re serious about moving from scrolls to coffees, this episode gives you a concrete playbook. SEO: loneliness epidemic, real-life friendships, mental health, isolation recovery, meet offline, safety features, verified profiles, Friending app. About the Guest: Gabor Kadas is the CEO of Friending, Inc. A UK-raised, Hungary-born, California-seasoned founder, he’s building technology that converts digital discovery into face-to-face friendship—safely, locally, and with accountability. Key Takeaways : Digital ≠ intimate: Chatting and likes don’t meet our evolutionary need for in-person belonging. Engineered for offline: Friending limits chats to 10 before you decide to meet. A friend request lasts 30 days; if you don’t meet, it expires (you can reinitiate). Proof you actually met: Phones must be next to each other to validate IRL contact—no endless pen-pal loops. Safety by design: Tap the screen 3 times to notify police, a chosen friend, or nearby Friending users; location sharing supports response. Trust layer: Persona handles ID + selfie verification to kill fake/bot profiles. Meet where you’ll return: 50-mile radius prioritizes repeatable, local connections; feedback welcome at podcast@friending.com. Behavioral nudge: “Are You In” activity cards match by interests (tennis, coffee, etc.) to lower friction and avoid performative small talk. Commercial model: Beta now; planned price $5/month or $50/year (Q1); download via App Store or Friending.com. Wellness linkage: Chronic loneliness correlates with depression and downstream physical risks—moving from screens to consistent meetups is a health intervention. Tiny first step: Pick one local activity this week; commit to a 30-minute coffee with someone who shares it.   Connect with the Guest: Email: podcast@friending.com App & info: http://friending.com/  and the App Store (search: “Friending”) 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 Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact 💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™📧 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavi

On Pleasure Principles, host Avik gets tactical about intimacy beyond sex when chronic illness enters the chat. Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Lisa Gray, who lives with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, lays out an actionable playbook: separate sex from intimacy, center attunement over performance, and rebuild connection through presence, curiosity, and clear communication. We unpack grief on both sides of the partnership, values-led choices (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy), and simple practices—from a six-second kiss to silent co-regulation—that revive closeness without risking flare-ups. If pain, fatigue, meds, or fear changed what’s physically possible, this convo shows how to pivot without losing the relationship thread.  About the guest: Lisa Gray, LMFT, is a San Francisco Bay Area couples therapist specializing in high-conflict dynamics and the unique stressors chronic illness brings to relationships. As an author and clinician, she blends lived experience with evidence-based frameworks to help partners rebuild connection that lasts. Key takeaways : Chronic illness impacts the system (both partners) — expect grief on both sides and name it to avoid resentment. Separate sex from intimacy: treat connection as the main event; sensuality ≠ intercourse. Start small to reduce pressure and pain risk: eye contact, hand-holding, cuddling, mindful breathing, unhurried make-outs. Use Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT): accept hard feelings, then behave from values, not moods. Rebuild attunement: slow down, track each other’s cues, and prioritize soothing touch over performance. Conversation sequencing matters: lead with curiosity and validation before problem-solving. Caregiver/partner guilt is common; surface it early to prevent isolation and scorekeeping. Micro-rituals create momentum: Gottman’s six-second kiss, scheduled “no-goal” connection time, weekly check-ins. Identity drift is real; don’t let diagnosis define you—rebalance life so partnership isn’t always “after the illness.” Define your new intimacy menu together: boundaries, energy windows, meds timing, comfort positions, and aftercare. Connect with the guest: Website (books): https://www.lisagrayauthor.com/Instagram: @LisaGrayMFT 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 Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. ContactBrand: Healthy Mind By Avik™Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.comWebsite: www.healthymindbyavik.comBased in: India & USA Open to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let’s connect to create a ripple effect of positivity. CHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST:Listen our 17 Podcast Shows Here: htt

On Pleasure Principles, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Certified Financial Planner Jennifer Edwards to cut through myths about “money fights.” Jennifer explains why arguments are rarely about dollars and almost always about childhood narratives, nervous system activation, and mismatched values. You’ll learn a step-by-step way to start money conversations, recognize stress responses (fight/flight/freeze/fawn), and practice financial intimacy without pulling up a spreadsheet first.  About the Guest: Jennifer Edwards, CFP® is the founder of Breakthrough Financial Wellness. She helps individuals and couples move from shame and stress to calm, values-aligned money decisions using her 7-Layer Financial Wellness Framework. Key Takeaways : Money fights are identity and safety conflicts, not math problems; start by sharing financial narratives before numbers. Most money beliefs form between ages 7–10; unexamined childhood stories drive adult spending, saving, and avoidance. Watch for nervous system activation (fight/flight/freeze/fawn). When it spikes, pause the conversation and reschedule. Use active listening: reflect back what you heard, refine, then confirm. Connection returns when stress drops. Agree to separate meaning (values, fears, goals) from mechanics (budgets, tracking). Do meaning first, mechanics later. Reframe impasses (e.g., “save for retirement” vs. “live now”) as values trade-offs, not right/wrong. One partner can lead: model vulnerability, share your story, and invite dialogue without demand. Replace global labels (“I’m bad with money”) with specific, trainable habits and small, repeatable actions. If a topic triggers you (bills, budgeting), address the body state first (regulate), then revisit the plan. Treat every money talk as a relationship-building practice: curiosity, empathy, and honesty over winning the point. Connect with the Guest: Website: BreakthroughFinancialWellness.comResources and newsletter available on the site. 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 Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™📧 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com🌐 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com📍 Based in: India & USA 🎙️ Open to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let's connect to create a ripple effect of positivity. CHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST:🎧 Listen our 17 Podcast Shows Here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik🤝 Be a guest on our other shows: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/beaguest🤝 Video Testimonial: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/testimonials🤝 Join Our Guest & Listener Community:

On this episode of Pleasure Principles, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with Dr. Amy and Roy Clark about building durable relationships through the Four Intimacies—verbal, emotional, physical, and spiritual. We unpack what authentic verbal intimacy sounds like beyond logistics, how to read and match emotions without oversharing, and why security fuels pleasure in long-term partnerships. The Clarks share bite-size tools like the 5% conversation, the library setup(two chairs, no distractions), debriefing after intimacy, and creating tiny nightly rituals that compound into connection. We also examine “luxury” as focused attention—designing moments you’ll actually keep—plus scheduling intimacy without killing spontaneity. If you want clear, doable steps to move from managerial to magnetic, this conversation is straightforward, useful, and action-oriented for couples, newly dating or married for decades. About the Guest: Dr. Amy & Roy Clark are the married duo behind The Four Intimacies framework and Aria Lux Life, where they translate connection into elegant, repeatable rituals—think guided conversation prompts and refined bedroom essentials—so couples can build desire as a daily habit. Key Takeaways: Verbal intimacy = truthful, generous speech: ask questions, listen to understand, and stay willing to be influenced. Ditch logistics talk at night. Face each other, maintain eye contact, put phones away; posture and presence matter. Use the 5% conversation as code for sensitive topics: slow cadence, no interruptions, and patience for hard truths. Share in tapas-sized chunks—short back-and-forth turns—so both partners feel heard without flooding. Emotional intimacy is reading and naming feelings in real time, then empathizing; transparency grows attraction when paced. Physical intimacy rests on security + pleasure; when a partner feels emotionally safe, desire rises and connection deepens. Debrief after intimacy: what worked, what didn’t, and what to try next; talking improves the experience over time. Treat the relationship like a hobby: ongoing learning (books, counseling tune-ups) prevents drift into “roommates.” “Luxury” = attention to design and detail; visible cues and tiny nightly rituals keep desire top-of-mind. Make initiation clear and kind: ask directly (“Would you like to make love today? When works?”) and plan without pressure. Connect with the Guest: Website: http://www.royandamy.com/ Book/Framework: The Four Intimacies Products and resources: Intimacy cards and refined essentials via the website General inquiries: Use the contact form on http://www.royandamy.com/ Want to be a guest on Pleasure Principles? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: Mental Health & Emotional Well-being Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth Holistic Healing & Conscious Living Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. Subscribe and be part of this healing jo

On Pleasure Principles, host Avik explores why ease is not the opposite of achievement with intuitive movement and mindful awareness guide Veronique Ory. We unpack how slowing down becomes a portal to deeper sensation, kinder intimacy, and clearer leadership. Veronique shares tiny, tactical practices for busy lives, the difference between sensual aliveness and sexuality, how to set gentle boundaries so intimacy follows the nervous system’s pace, and why prioritizing presence expands time. We also touch on sacral creativity, micro-rituals, communication that builds safety, and ways to democratize pleasure beyond retreats. Practical, direct, and immediately usable—this conversation helps you design a life by intention, not default. About the guest: Veronique Ory is an intuitive movement and mindful awareness guide, international retreat leader, and author of Shine On and Off the Mat. With 500+ hours of yoga training and a signature blend of yoga, storytelling, and self-inquiry, she helps people meet themselves gently and remember how to shine through daily practice and community. Key takeaways: Slowness is a precision tool: when you reduce speed, perception sharpens and sensation deepens, improving presence in work, love, and self-care. A 60-second reset works anywhere: pause, place a hand on your body (heart or belly), take five easy breaths, and name three sensations without judgment. Sensuality ≠ sexuality: mindful movement reawakens the senses first; sexual connection (solo or partnered) improves later without forcing outcomes. Consent is a rhythm: align before encounters with clear, “pristine” communication so timing and pacing honor both nervous systems. Boundaries can be kind: use language like “Let’s move slower so my body can stay present” or “I want to check in about pace and touch.” Democratize pleasure by prioritizing it: small, repeatable practices (morning light, short walks, music, five breaths before a meeting) compound over time. Creativity and the sacral center: movement, music, cooking, gardening, and decluttering can all be daily portals to aliveness. Five-minute “pleasure budget”: delay phone use, get outside light, move gently, then choose stillness or intuitive motion based on what your body needs today. Community matters: aligned people, places, and practices expand time and make sustainable rituals realistic. Start now: one slow minute + one repair gesture (20-second hug or a simple gratitude sentence) can reset connection in 24 hours. How to connect with the guest Website: https://yogawithveronique.com/ Explore her membership - https://yogawithveronique.com/register/illuminate-membership-yearly/ Programs: Shine Membership (7-day free trial), international retreats, and the book Shine On and Off the Mat Want to be a guest on Pleasure Principles? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 1

On this episode of Pleasure Principles, we cut through the confusion around intimate content in modern relationships: When you send nudes or explicit material, what happens to consent when the relationship ends? Certified sexologist Mandy Hart lays out a clear, non-judgmental framework for digital consent—how to set terms before sharing, what “for your eyes only” actually means, and why consent can be erotic instead of awkward. We cover risk, responsibility, and repair after trust breaks, plus practical scripts that turn consent into connection. If you care about agency, safety, and honest intimacy online, this conversation is straight to the point. About the guest: Mandy Hart is a Certified Sexologist and founder of Hart’s Desire — Intimacy & Relationship Coaching. She blends behavioral science with trauma-informed, somatic methods to help people untangle shame, reclaim desire, and define intimacy on their own terms. Key takeaways: Consent isn’t a one-time checkbox. It’s a living agreement that should be revisited when context changes—especially at a breakup. Set terms up front. Before sharing any intimate content, state conditions plainly (e.g., “for your eyes only while we’re together; if we end, please delete”). Avoid assumptions on both sides. The sender risks unwanted retention; the receiver risks violating privacy. Clarity prevents harm. Name the data risk. Devices get lost, stolen, or hacked. Holding intimate files means you accept real security responsibilities. Make consent sexy. Turn asks into desire (“I want to… would that feel good?”). Agree on styles—explicit step-by-step, or “green until red” with a safe word/gesture. Center core desires. For many, being respected and asked lights up arousal more than any specific act. Consent communicates care. If shame shows up, name it. Hiding grows shame; speaking/writing it down begins release. Your choices don’t define your worth. After a breach, focus on repair. Validate impact, define next steps (deletion/notifications), and re-establish boundaries before deciding on continued contact. Connect with the guest: Website & scheduling (as mentioned in-episode): Visit Mandy’s site and use the Scheduling tab for a free consultation. Instagram: @harts.desire.coaching Email: mandy@harts-desire.com Want to be a guest on Pleasure Principles? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact 💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™📧 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com🌐 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com📍 Based in: India & USA 🎙️ Open to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let's connect to create a ripple effect of positivity. CHECK PODCAST S

On this episode of Pleasure Principles, host Avik and guest Christian W Schnepf unpack a deceptively simple idea: pleasure is a good time—and it can be intentionally designed, measured, and sustained. Christian introduces the Good Time Ratio (GTR) and a five-area framework (self, actions, outcomes, environment, social) to help you move from fleeting highs to long-term, life-affirming satisfaction. Expect direct, practical language you can apply immediately—breath work to calm the nervous system, micro-shifts to neutral before you optimize, and a clear lens for separating short-term hits from choices that compound into a better life. For creators, couples, and anyone stuck in stress cycles, this is a grounded roadmap to create more joy, intimacy, and presence—on purpose. About the guest: Christian W. Schnepf is an adventurous sociologist and human-behavior expert, founder of Science of Good Times, and creator of the Good Time Ratio (GTR)—a science-based metric and tool that helps people design more enjoyable, sustainable lives. Key takeaways: The Good Time Ratio (GTR) measures the proportion of moments you feel genuinely attracted to versus neutral or aversive ones—optimize the ratio across your life, not a single moment. Life unfolds in five areas: self, actions, outcomes, environment, and social circle. Nudge each from negative to neutral first, then to genuinely enjoyable. Short-term pleasure must serve long-term well-being; if a choice creates long-term disadvantage, it lowers your GTR despite the immediate high. Treat life like a game with responsibility: play, explore, and iterate while owning consequences and resourcing your future self. Practical start: calm the nervous system (simple breath pattern: inhale 1, exhale 2), clarify a concrete vision, make a commitment, and align daily actions accordingly. Make healthy choices pleasurable (not punitive): upgrade the experience so the sustainable path is also the enjoyable path. Track what drains or lifts your energy; use data (like a daily GTR check-in) to adjust work, relationships, and environment. Your self-relationship is the keystone; decisions that raise self-acceptance and self-respect improve everything else. Connect with the guest: Explore Christian’s work and test the GoodTime App: goodtime.appLearn more about him at chrisw.co Want to be a guest on Pleasure Principles? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. ContactBrand: Healthy Mind By Avik™Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.comWebsite: www.healthymindbyavik.comBased in: India & USA Open to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let's connect to create a ripple effect of

Toxic relationships chip away at safety, power, and self-trust. In this direct conversation, licensed therapist and author Kate Mageau breaks down early red flags (mocking framed as “teasing,” coercive control, financial dependence), the role of power dynamics, and practical first steps to leave and rebuild. We cover emotional abuse, the cycle of violence, boundaries, and what thriving actually looks like after toxicity—choice, safety, and freedom. If you’ve wondered whether it’s “just ups and downs” or a pattern, this episode gives clear criteria and next moves.  About the Guest: Kate Mageau is a licensed therapist and author of Rose-Colored Glasses and The Healing from Toxic Relationships Workbook. After leaving her own toxic marriage, she helps people identify red flags, understand abuse dynamics, and build healthy, equitable relationships through therapy, education, and practical tools. Key Takeaways: Red flags often hide as “teasing.” If jokes consistently leave you feeling small, unsafe, or excluded from the joke, it’s emotional harm—not humor. Power dynamics are the litmus test. Healthy relationships share decision-making and freedom; toxic ones centralize control and require permission for everyday choices. Emotional abuse erodes self-esteem. Over time, you may believe you deserve less or must “tough it out,” especially under cultural or religious pressure to stay. Financial abuse is common. Limited access to money can trap partners. If safe, build a private emergency fund and seek advocacy resources for shelter and planning. Education reduces shame. Learning the cycle of violence and control tactics reframes the past and clarifies patterns, enabling safer future choices. First steps when depleted: rebuild micro-trust with yourself (eat, shower, rest), then add supportive people—friends, therapists, support groups, advocacy agencies. Can toxic relationships be repaired? Generally, no. Sustainable change requires genuine desire and accountability; statistically, rehabilitation is rare. Thriving after toxicity: reclaim choice, set firm boundaries, and pursue relationships where you feel safe—emotionally and physically. Trust can return with skills and support. One clarifying question: “Do I feel safe, equal, and free to make my own choices in this relationship?” Connect with the Guest: Book: Rose-Colored Glasses (widely available; Kindle Unlimited release noted by guest) Workbook: The Healing from Toxic Relationships Workbook (Amazon) Self-paced course: via Kate’s website  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 Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact 💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™📧 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | p

In this episode of Pleasure Principles with host Avik Chakraborty, psychotherapist and addiction recovery expert Sherry Gaba unpacks the difficult but essential conversation around love addiction, toxic relationships, and codependency. Sherry explains the psychology and neurobiology of love addiction, how trauma shapes our relationship choices, and why so many people repeat cycles of unhealthy love. Together, we explore the signs of toxic relationships, why we become hooked on chaos, and how to take the first steps toward healing. If you’ve ever wondered why you stay in relationships that hurt, or how to break free, this conversation offers clarity and a path forward. About the Guest  : Sherry Gaba is a licensed psychotherapist, life coach, and leading expert on addiction, codependency, and toxic relationships. She is the author of Love Smacked and has been featured on VH1’s Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew, CNN, Inside Edition, E! News, and more. She also co-hosts The Love Fix podcast. Through her work, Sherry helps individuals recognize unhealthy patterns and reclaim their self-worth. Key Takeaways:   Love addiction is real—it mirrors substance addiction with similar withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and euphoric highs. Signs of love addiction include instant infatuation, anxiety when alone, and a need to change yourself for approval. Toxic relationships thrive on control—look for patterns of manipulation, guilt-tripping, dishonesty, or loss of self-identity. Trauma shapes relationship choices—unresolved childhood wounds often lead us to repeat familiar toxic dynamics. Love bombing is a red flag—toxic partners often start relationships fast and intensely, then change dramatically over time. Healing requires self-connection—therapy, trauma work, and nervous system regulation are essential steps forward. Every toxic relationship is a mirror—what we attract reflects the relationship we have with ourselves. Freedom begins with awareness—acknowledge the cycle, seek support, and rebuild self-esteem from within. Connect with the Guest  : Website: sherrygaba.com Free Quiz + eBook: sherrygaba.com/npquiz Book: Love Smacked (available on her website and major retailers) 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 Disclaimer   This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. About Healthy Mind By Avik™️   Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™ Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com Based in: India & USA 🎙️ Open to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Check Podcast Shows & Be a Guest: Listen: 17 Podcast Shows Be a Guest: Apply Here Testimonials: Video Testimonia

On Pleasure Principles, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with boundaries coach Barb Nangle (Higher Power Coaching & Consulting; host of Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12-Step Recovery) to unpack why saying “no” feels threatening—and how to rebuild integrity, energy, and time with values-anchored limits. We talk acculturation (especially for eldest daughters), shifting from approval-seeking to self-approval, actionable first steps (start with yourself, then expand to others), and why boundaries are not control—they’re clear choices. Barb contrasts hustle-and-grind burnout with resilient, strategic service, and explains the 12-step framework as a practical technology for personal change: stepwise, communal, spiritual, and action-driven. Direct, usable, and grounded—so you can stop pouring from an empty cup and start living on your own terms. About the guest  : Barb Nangle is a boundaries coach, speaker, and founder of Higher Power Coaching & Consulting. After decades of therapy, she transformed her life through 12-step recovery, overcoming codependency, people-pleasing, and self-neglect. She hosts the podcast “Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12-Step Recovery.” Key takeaways: “No” isn’t selfish—it's clarity. Saying no to others is saying yes to your priorities; selfishness is refusing support forever, not choosing yourself today. Acculturation drives people-pleasing. Many women—often eldest daughters—are taught to be helpers; boundaries require unlearning that role. Start with self-boundaries. e.g., “No work email after 6 p.m.” Follow through, feel the freedom, and build confidence before addressing others. Boundaries are about your actions, not control. “You can call anytime; I won’t answer after 8 p.m.” Define your response, not their behavior. Manage the feelings that surface. Guilt and shame are normal early signals; skills for feeling work keep you from caving. Move from external approval to self-approval. Integrity beats short-term likability; stop saying yes when you mean no. Watch the ‘steamroller’ dynamic. If you feel steamrolled, step off the road—reduce time/availability instead of trying to change others. 12-step recovery works because it’s structured, communal, and spiritual. Action + accountability + meaning accelerates real change. Resilience ≠ pushing through. Chronic over-giving is not strength; strategic service after “filling your cup” is. Values anchor durable boundaries. Identify your top five values and use them to decide where your yes/no goes.   Connect with the guest   Coaching: Higher Power Coaching & Consulting (search online) Podcast:Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12-Step Recovery (available on major apps) Social: Search “Barb Nangle Boundaries Coach” on LinkedIn/Instagram for current handles 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 Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerme

On Pleasure Principles, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Dr. Eleanor Haspel-Portner to unpack the Four Worlds framework—physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual—and how these layers interact to shape pleasure, purpose, and everyday choices. Drawing from clinical work, systems like Human Design and the Kabbalistic Tree of Life, and her Noble Energy Maps, Dr. Eleanor explains practical ways to rebalance life when you’re stuck in overthinking, overworking, or emotional reactivity. We cover self-care, boundaries, energy sensitivity, and how to set goals that actually align with core values. Direct, actionable, and grounded in lived practice, this conversation is for listeners who want clarity, not clichés. About the guest  : Dr. Eleanor Haspel-Portner is a pioneering psychologist and spiritual systems researcher known for integrating psychology, energy mapping, and ancient wisdom into measurable, client-ready tools. She has guided tens of thousands through Noble Energy Maps, offers a Four Worlds Assessment, and has a forthcoming book, Living from Soul. Key takeaways: The Four Worlds—physical, emotional, mental, spiritual—operate together; imbalance in one distorts the others. Many people over-identify with the mental waking world; results include stress, short fuses, and misaligned careers or relationships. Re-center by asking: “Am I headed in the right direction for me?” Not what others expect. Self-care is strategy, not luxury: sleep, movement, nutrition, and aligned company stabilize the whole system. Energy sensitivity is common; learn to distinguish “what’s mine” from what you’re picking up from others. Emotional reactivity can be transformed into compassion—for yourself first, then others. Goal setting needs all four lenses: Will this support my body, regulate emotions, make mental sense, and honor my spirit? Dr. Eleanor’s process observes that manifestation unfolds over time; build in checkpoints to self-correct instead of forcing outcomes. Daily meditation helps you access the “I that is I,” not the identity built for approval. Parents and leaders can avoid “boxing in” others by aligning guidance with each person’s energy and values. Connect with the guest  : Four Worlds Assessment, courses, and sessions: nobleenergywellness.com Self-paced intro course: Step Over the Threshold (see website) Book: Living from Soul (mentioned in-episode)   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 Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™📧 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com🌐 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com📍 Based in: India & USA 🎙️ Open to collaborations, guest appearances, co

On this episode of Pleasure Principles with host Avik Chakraborty, licensed marriage & family therapist and certified sex therapist Keri Green unpacks dating in your 40s, the paradox of hookup apps, and how presence—not perfection—drives connection. We dig into consent-first communication, de-shaming desire, creating safety in the body, and why long-term relationships thrive when partners evolve honestly. Practical, direct, and grounded, this conversation moves beyond buzzwords to simple tools you can use tonight. Optimized for YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn discovery: sex therapy, intimacy, dating after 40, relationship communication, mindful sexuality, consent, desire mismatch, ethical non-monogamy context, therapy for couples, body-based awareness.    About the guest   : Keri Green, LMFT is a licensed marriage & family therapist and certified sex therapist with 20+ years of clinical experience helping individuals and couples communicate needs, navigate desire differences, and build pleasure-positive, consent-led intimacy.    Key takeaways:  Dating later in life offers clarity and complexity: clearer self-knowledge, tighter schedules, and the need for intentional effort. Apps expand options but can fragment focus; honesty in profiles and staying present with one match at a time improves outcomes. Real intimacy starts with consent, comfort, and communication—before technique or timing. Presence is a skill: the same mindfulness that supports yoga or meditation supports more connected sex. De-shaming desire matters; explore preferences without judgment when they’re consensual and legal. Long-term relationships need updated tools: regular check-ins, shared definitions of intimacy, and acceptance that growth can change compatibility. Over-analysis drains spark; choose which issues merit energy and which can be let go. Reconnecting to your body can start in the shower: slow down, notice sensation, smell, and breath—no sexual outcome required. Therapists are human; personal experience can deepen empathy but doesn’t replace doing the work as partners. If a relationship ends after honest work, it can still be a healthy outcome—prioritize safety, authenticity, and mutual respect.   How to connect with the guest   Website: kerigreenlmft.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   Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.     Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact 💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™📧 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com🌐 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com📍 Based in: India & USA 🎙️ Open to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let's connect to create a ripple effect of positivity. CHECK

On Pleasure Principles (Healthy Mind By Avik™), Avik and therapist–author Eric FitzMedrud unpack men’s sexuality through a practical lens: how consent becomes a skill, why shame blocks clarity, and how to move from performance to presence. Expect direct, science-based language suitable for YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. You’ll hear concrete ways to ask, attune, and co-create intimacy—without explicit terms—so the episode is safe for social distribution and discoverable via SEO across platforms.    About the Guest :  Eric FitzMedrud, PhD is a Bay Area therapist specializing in relationships and sexual well-being and author of The Better Man: A Guide to Consent, Stronger Relationships, and Hotter Sex. He trains clinicians, speaks at conferences, and writes on trust, consent, and collaborative intimacy.    Key Takeaways :  Consent is a learnable skill—start clunky, get fluent; it increases trust and expands pleasure. Ask don’t assume: curiosity about a partner’s desires is more attractive than guessing. From entitlement to collaboration: replace “I’m owed” with “What works for you, and how can I deliver it well?” Performance vs. presence: skill isn’t “pushing buttons”; it’s attuning in real time to this partner, today. Reframe desire as a gift: discuss what gift is wanted, how, and when—then offer it respectfully. Name the shame: many men funnel needs (comfort, closeness) into a single request for sex; separate the needs and use clear language. Culture shapes comfort: different norms around touch and talk affect how openly couples communicate—meet each other where you are. Spontaneity survives structure: brief check-ins (“Is this good?” “More/less?”) can heighten—not kill—the mood. Iterate after intimacy: ask for feedback to become a more skillful, trustworthy partner. One action today: share one desire and ask one question about your partner’s pleasure.     Connect with the Guest   Website: https://www.drericfitz.com/Book: The Better Man (major booksellers)   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   Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.     Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Contact💼 Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™📧 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com🌐 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com📍 Based in: India & USA 🎙️ Open to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let's connect to create a ripple effect of positivity. CHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST:🎧 Listen our 17 Podcast Shows Here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik🤝 Be a guest on our other shows: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/beaguest🤝 Video Testimonial: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/testimonials🤝 Join Our Guest & L