In another Ignite episode, Dr. Avanti and Dr. Tanmeet delve into managing stress and enhancing mental well-being amidst global challenges. They discuss the importance of recognizing and regulating emotional states through practices like mindful breathing and meditation. The conversation emphasizes establishing personal rituals for stability and making small, actionable steps to cope with stress. They also highlight the necessity of setting boundaries and prioritizing sleep as essential strategies for maintaining mental health.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• Practical actionable steps for coping with overwhelming situations and stress
• Importance of regulating emotions through mindfulness and breathwork
• The role of personal rituals in creating a sense of certainty and stability in daily life
• Strategies for managing media consumption to reduce stress and maintain focus
• The significance of setting boundaries in conversations to preserve mental well-being
• The critical role of sleep in emotional regulation and overall health

Connect with Dr. Tanmeet Sethi:

• Website: tanmeetsethimd.com 
• Book: Joy Is My Justice
• Instagram: @tanmeetsethimd
• Quiz: Unlock your Joy Code 
• Listen: Ep. 122. Ignite: Transformative Sleep Habits for Mind and Body with Dr. Avanti & Dr. Tanmeet

Resources:

• The Book of Boundaries by Melissa Urban
• Energy Fix Quiz: avantikumarsingh.com/quiz 
• Leave a voice message for Avanti: “Ask Me Anything”
• Get Dr. Avanti’s Weekly Letter: avantikumarsingh.com/join-my-newsletter 

Connect with Dr. Avanti:

• Subscribe, Rate and Review: The Healing Catalyst podcast
• Website: avantikumarsingh.com
• Avanti’s Book: The Health Catalyst
• Instagram: @avantikumarsingh
• Podcast: The Healing Catalyst

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Dr. Avanti is hosting a special giveaway! Don't miss out—tune in to learn how you can win one of ten books from the incredible integrative medicine and wellness experts who have been guests on the podcast.

Resources:

• Energy Fix Quiz: avantikumarsingh.com/quiz 
• Leave a voice message for Avanti: “Ask Me Anything”
• Get Dr. Avanti’s Weekly Letter: avantikumarsingh.com/join-my-newsletter 

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• Subscribe, Rate and Review: The Healing Catalyst podcast
• Website: avantikumarsingh.com
• Avanti’s Book: The Health Catalyst
• Instagram: @avantikumarsingh
• Podcast: The Healing Catalyst

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In this episode, Dr. Avanti engages Dr. Claudia Welch in an insightful discussion about menopause from an Ayurvedic perspective. Dr. Welch elaborates on menopause as a significant life transition, comparing it to the four stages of life, emphasizing its spiritual, emotional, and physical dimensions. She  critically examines hormone therapy, advocating for a personalized and cautious approach and shares Ayurvedic practices and herbal remedies that soothe and balance the symptoms of menopause, including hot flashes, sleep disturbance, vaginal dryness, joint pain and weight gain. Their conversation highlights the importance of community support and the role of Ayurveda in navigating menopause effectively.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• Menopause as significant life transition
• How to manage menopause symptoms with Ayurvedic practices
• Cautious approach to Hormone Therapy (HT)
• The significance of community support during menopause
• Integrating Ayurvedic wisdom with modern medicine to address menopausal challenges 

Connect with Dr. Claudia Welch:

• Instagram: @drclaudiawelch
• Website: drclaudiawelch.com
• Book: Balance Your Hormones, Balance Your Life
• Online Course: Women's Health & Hormones: Hormonal Balance and Stagnation
• Membership: Menopause Chronicles

Resources:

• Energy Fix Quiz: avantikumarsingh.com/quiz 
• Leave a voice message for Avanti: “Ask Me Anything”
• Get Dr. Avanti’s Weekly Letter: avantikumarsingh.com/join-my-newsletter 

Connect with Dr. Avanti:

• Subscribe, Rate and Review: The Healing Catalyst podcast
• Website: avantikumarsingh.com
• Avanti’s Book: The Health Catalyst
• Instagram: @avantikumarsingh
• Podcast: The Healing Catalyst

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Today, Dr. Avanti and well-being expert Tara Stiles engage in a profound conversation about the transformative power of softness in both yoga and everyday life. They challenge the societal norms that glorify strength and rigidity, highlighting how softness fosters deeper connections with the self and others, and enhances resilience and well-being. Tara shares personal experiences and her insights from working with thousands of students on integrating softness into practice, revealing its potential to empower and bring ease amidst life's challenges.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• Softness as counter to societal norms of strength and rigidity
• Transformation and connection through softness
• Integrating softness into yoga for enhanced movement and mental state
• Community’s role in reinforcing softness practice
• Softness leads to empowerment, resilience amid challenges
• Applying softness beyond yoga for improved lifestyle and relationships

Connect with Tara Stiles:

• Instagram: @tarastiles
• Website: tarastiles.com

Resources:

• Energy Fix Quiz: avantikumarsingh.com/quiz 
• Leave a voice message for Avanti: “Ask Me Anything”
• Get Dr. Avanti’s Weekly Letter: avantikumarsingh.com/join-my-newsletter 

Connect with Dr. Avanti:

• Subscribe, Rate and Review: The Healing Catalyst podcast
• Website: avantikumarsingh.com
• Avanti’s Book: The Health Catalyst
• Instagram: @avantikumarsingh
• Podcast: The Healing Catalyst

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In this episode, Dr. Avanti and Feng Shui Master, Dana Claudat, explore the profound impact of spring cleaning and decluttering through a Feng Shui lens, emphasizing its benefits for mental, emotional, and physical well-being. They discuss the significance of aligning with the energy of spring to rejuvenate and clear spaces, utilizing natural elements and intentional rearrangements to enhance life's flow and vitality. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, they reveal how such practices can lead to joy, discovery of lost items, and a refreshing sense of renewal.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• Exploring the mental, emotional, and physical benefits of spring cleaning
• How to apply Feng Shui methods for home arrangement and decluttering
• Practical decluttering tips to reduce decision fatigue
• Using natural elements as enhancers for revitalizing spaces
• Elevating home energy with fragrant flowers
• The transformative power of creating space for new possibilities

Connect with Dana:

• Instagram: @thetaoofdana
• Website: fengshuidana.com
• The School of Intention Feng Shui Certification Program: https://www.fengshuimagical.com/sign-up-for-school-info

Resources:

• Energy Fix Quiz: avantikumarsingh.com/quiz 
• Leave a voice message for Avanti: “Ask Me Anything”
• Get Dr. Avanti’s Weekly Letter: avantikumarsingh.com/join-my-newsletter 

Connect with Dr. Avanti:

• Subscribe, Rate and Review: The Healing Catalyst podcast
• Website: avantikumarsingh.com
• Avanti’s Book: The Health Catalyst
• Instagram: @avantikumarsingh
• Podcast: The Healing Catalyst

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Dr. Avanti and Dr. Tanmeet delve into the crucial topic of sleep, discussing its mechanics, the impact of light and hormones, and practical strategies for improving sleep quality. They emphasize the importance of syncing with natural light cycles, establishing a consistent bedtime routine, and managing caffeine and alcohol intake. The conversation also highlights the significance of addressing both the mind and heart before sleep, suggesting techniques like progressive muscle relaxation, yoga nidra, and emotional check-ins to facilitate a restful state. They advocate for viewing sleep not as a passive state but as an active process of repair and rejuvenation, emphasizing it as an act of self-care and love.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• Understanding REM and non-REM sleep stages 
• The role of sleep for physical and mental repair
• How natural light impacts melatonin and cortisol levels
• Strategies for calming the mind and soothing emotions before bedtime
• The impact of caffeine and alcohol on sleep quality
• Creating consistent pre-sleep rituals that signal the body and mind to wind down
• Viewing sleep as a form of self-care 

Connect with Dr. Tanmeet:

• Website: tanmeetsethimd.com 
• Book: Joy Is My Justice
• Instagram: @tanmeetsethimd
• Quiz: Unlock your Joy Code 
• Listen: Ep. 37: “Why Not Me?” Reframing Suffering through Gratitude
• Listen: Ep. 87: Transforming Suffering Into Joy with Dr. Tanmeet Sethi

Resources:

• Energy Fix Quiz: avantikumarsingh.com/quiz 
• Leave a voice message for Avanti: “Ask Me Anything”
• Get Dr. Avanti’s Weekly Letter: avantikumarsingh.com/join-my-newsletter 

Connect with Dr. Avanti:

• Subscribe, Rate and Review: The Healing Catalyst podcast
• Website: avantikumarsingh.com
• Avanti’s Book: The Health Catalyst
• Instagram: @avantikumarsingh
• Podcast: The Healing Catalyst

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Today, Dr. Avanti is joined by Kaamna Bhojwani to discuss the often-taboo subject of sexual health, particularly from the perspective of South Asian women. Growing up in a progressive family in Bombay, Kaamna was encouraged to embrace her experiences as normal and safe, a stark contrast to the conservative upbringing common among South Asian immigrants. Kamna discusses the universal challenges and cultural nuances of addressing sexual health, highlighting the importance of education, open communication, and self-exploration. Her work aims to dismantle misconceptions and empower individuals to reclaim their sexual well-being, advocating for a more informed and liberated approach to sexuality across cultures.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• Breaking cultural taboos & the need for sex education
• The significance of family attitudes towards sexual health
• Common misconceptions about sexual health across different cultures
• Reclaiming power over your sexuality
• Empowerment through sexual wellness
• The importance of open communication about sexual health with partners

Connect with Kaamna:

• Instagram: @kaamnalive 
• Video blogs: https://www.kaamnalive.com/videos
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kaamnalive
• Recommended book: The Soul of Sex

Resources:

• Energy Fix Quiz: avantikumarsingh.com/quiz 
• Leave a voice message for Avanti: “Ask Me Anything”
• Get Dr. Avanti’s Weekly Letter: avantikumarsingh.com/join-my-newsletter 

Connect with Dr. Avanti:

• Subscribe, Rate and Review: The Healing Catalyst podcast
• Website: avantikumarsingh.com
• Avanti’s Book: The Health Catalyst
• Instagram: @avantikumarsingh
• Podcast: The Healing Catalyst

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Today launches the "Five Questions" Series, addressing spring-related listener queries with Dr. Avanti and Madeline Reeves. They delve into the transformative power of spring, discussing the significance of aligning lifestyle and dietary habits with the season's energetic shift. They emphasize the importance of lightening the diet, incorporating warm, cooked foods, and engaging in invigorating exercises to shake off winter's heaviness. The conversation also highlights the benefits of morning journaling for setting intentions and fostering self-awareness, alongside practical tips for managing seasonal allergies through Ayurvedic practices. Their conversation highlights the holistic approach to wellness, blending mindful consumption with routines that honor the body's natural rhythms.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• Tips for transitioning to spring and daylight savings adjustments for sleep
• How to approach Ayurvedic cleansing/digestive rest
• Spring dietary recommendations 
• Natural remedies, supplements, and foods for allergy relief
• Mindful consumption: approach coffee and other stimulants with consciousness

Connect with Madeline:

• Instagram: @itsmaddyreeves
• Website:  fearlessfoundry.com

Resources:

• Dr. Avanti’s 3-Day Energy Reset
• Divya’s Ayurveda Reset Kit, 15% off with discount code AVANTI15
• Nasya Oil, Banyan Botanicals
• Garshana Gloves, Paavani Ayurvedaloves
• Abhyanga Oil, Banyan Botanicals
• Ritual Body Oil, Sahajan
• Spices, Diaspora Co.
• Nasal Sinus Rinse (netipot), Neilmed
• Hazelnut Coffee, Fabula
• The Five-Minute Journal
• Listen: 118. Ignite: Bouncing Back When January & February Fall Short - Habit Change with Dr. Avanti & Dr. Tanmeet
• Energy Fix Quiz: avantikumarsingh.com/quiz 
• Leave a voice message for Avanti: “Ask Me Anything”
• Get Dr. Avanti’s Weekly Letter: avantikumarsingh.com/join-my-newsletter 

Connect with Dr. Avanti:

• Subscribe, Rate and Review: The Healing Catalyst podcast
• Website: avantikumarsingh.com
• Avanti’s Book: The Health Catalyst
• Instagram: @avantikumarsingh
• Podcast: The Healing Catalyst

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This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

In today’s conversation, Dr. Avanti and Ashley Carter, a Registered Dietician, delve into the profound impact of cultural nutrition, food stories, and access to healthy food options on the health of Black communities. Ashley shares her personal journey from growing up in a food desert with family health challenges to becoming a registered dietitian committed to culturally sensitive health education. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and preserving cultural food traditions because they hold our stories and memories. Ashley also discusses how food culture and story affect healthier eating, highlighting the work of Eat Well Exchange in providing nutrition education, culinary classes, and food access programs tailored to community needs.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• Ashley's background: food desert to a dietitian
• Healing through food stories & the connections between food, culture, and health
• Balancing healthier choices with preserving cultural food traditions
• Food deserts’ impact on marginalized communities and health outcomes
• Empowering healthier choices through knowledge and debunking myths
• Addressing food insecurity with local initiatives and policy changes

Connect with Ashley:

• Instagram: @ashleyvnutrition & @eatwellexchange
• Website: eatwellexchange.org

Resources:

• Energy Fix Quiz: avantikumarsingh.com/quiz 
• Leave a voice message for Avanti: “Ask Me Anything”
• Get Dr. Avanti’s Weekly Letter: avantikumarsingh.com/join-my-newsletter 

Connect with Dr. Avanti:

• Subscribe, Rate and Review: The Healing Catalyst podcast
• Website: avantikumarsingh.com
• Avanti’s Book: The Health Catalyst
• Instagram: @avantikumarsingh
• Podcast: The Healing Catalyst

The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

Dr. Avanti is joined by return guest, Dr. Tanmeet Sethi to delve into the complexities of habit formation and the common pitfalls of New Year's resolutions. They explore the neuroscience behind habits,  emphasizing the role of self-compassion over self-criticism in fostering sustainable change. Their conversation highlights the importance of aligning habit formation with natural rhythms and seasons. For example, although winter is often seen as a time for new beginnings, it may be better suited for reflection and rest. They explore practical strategies for habit change, such as making the desired action easy and enjoyable, and reframe "failure" as a valuable part of the learning process.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• Understanding the neuroscience of habits to change behavior
• Choosing self-compassion over self-criticism
• Aligning with natural rhythms for habit formation
• Viewing setbacks as opportunities, not failures
• Using the power of intention for change

Connect with Dr. Tanmeet:

• Website: tanmeetsethimd.com 
• Substack Article: I want to revise a chapter in my less-than-6-month-old book
• Book: Joy Is My Justice
• Instagram: @tanmeetsethimd
• Quiz: Unlock your Joy Code 
• Listen: Ep. 37: “Why Not Me?” Reframing Suffering through Gratitude
• Listen: Ep. 87: Transforming Suffering Into Joy with Dr. Tanmeet Sethi

Resources:

• Energy Fix Quiz: avantikumarsingh.com/quiz 
• Leave a voice message for Avanti: “Ask Me Anything”
• Get Dr. Avanti’s Weekly Letter: avantikumarsingh.com/join-my-newsletter 

Connect with Dr. Avanti:

• Subscribe, Rate and Review: The Healing Catalyst podcast
• Website: avantikumarsingh.com
• Avanti’s Book: The Health Catalyst
• Instagram: @avantikumarsingh
• Podcast: The Healing Catalyst

The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

This show is produced by Soulfire Productions