In this episode of The Healing Catalyst, Dr. Avanti sits down with Nitika Chopra to explore her journey through chronic illness and how she’s learned to navigate life with resilience and self-compassion.

Nitika shares her personal story of being diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, along with her past experiences with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, and how these challenges have shaped her perspective on health and healing. Together, they dive into the emotional complexities of living with chronic illness, including the impact of the “sick role”—the struggle to accept a diagnosis without letting it define one's entire identity. They also discuss the delicate balance between accepting help and maintaining self-identity, as well as the importance of connection and community for healing and resilience. This powerful conversation offers insights on embracing both the hardships and growth that come with managing a difficult diagnosis or long-term illness.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• Navigating chronic illness with resilience and self-compassion
• The impact of the “sick role” on identity and self-perception
• Emotional complexities of living with chronic conditions
• Balancing vulnerability and strength in accepting help
• How illness can reshape identity and foster personal growth
• The importance of connection and community in healing journeys

Connect with Nitika Chopra:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nitikachopra/?hl=es
• Website: https://nitikachopra.com/
• Podcast: https://nitikachopra.com/podcast/

Resources:

• Pre-order Dr. Avanti’s new book: The Longevity Formula
• Take the Energy Fix Quiz
• Get Dr. Avanti’s Weekly Letter

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• Subscribe, Rate & Review The Healing Catalyst podcast
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In this episode, Dr. Avanti and Dr. Tanmeet Sethi explore the science behind aging, focusing on how we can extend not just our lifespan, but our healthspan. They break down three key mechanisms—DNA damage, telomere shortening, and epigenetic changes—and share practical tips to slow down the aging process to increase longevity. Drawing from both modern science and the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, they provide actionable strategies to help you age with vitality and improve your quality of life.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• The difference between lifespan and healthspan, and how they affect longevity
• The mechanisms of aging: DNA damage, telomere shortening, and epigenetic changes
• How lifestyle choices, stress, and toxins accelerate aging
• The five longevity "switches" that increase healthspan
• Simple strategies to improve your healthspan so you can age with vitality

Connect with Tanmeet Sethi:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tanmeetsethimd/?hl=es
• Website: https://www.tanmeetsethimd.com/
• Book: https://www.tanmeetsethimd.com/joyismyjustice

Resources:

• Pre-order Dr. Avanti’s new book: The Longevity Formula
• Take the Energy Fix Quiz
• Get Dr. Avanti’s Weekly Letter

Connect with Dr. Avanti:

• Subscribe, Rate & Review The Healing Catalyst podcast
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• Explore more at avantikumarsingh.com
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In this episode, Dr. Avanti talks with Terri Cole, licensed psychotherapist, global relationship and empowerment expert, about the concept of high-functioning codependency— a hidden struggle for many high-achieving individuals. Terri explains how this behavior, marked by over-functioning and over-controlling, leads to exhaustion and strained relationships. Together, they explore practical strategies for breaking free from this cycle, setting boundaries, and reclaiming inner peace. This conversation offers powerful insights for anyone looking to transform their relationships and mental well-being.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• High-functioning codependency and its impact on well-being
• How control and over-functioning can lead to burnout and exhaustion
• The difference between traditional and high-functioning codependency
• Practical strategies for setting boundaries and reclaiming personal peace
• The role of self-awareness and letting go of control in transforming relationships

Connect with Terri Cole:

• Instagram: @terricole
• Website: terricole.com
• YouTube: youtube.com/@terri_cole
• Book: Too Much: A Guide to Breaking the Cycle of High-functioning Co-dependency

Resources:

• Pre-order Dr. Avanti’s new book: The Longevity Formula
• Take the Energy Fix Quiz
• Get Dr. Avanti’s Weekly Letter

Connect with Dr. Avanti:

• Subscribe, Rate & Review The Healing Catalyst podcast
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• Listen to more episodes on your favorite platform
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The Healing Catalyst returns on October 15th with Season 7! This season is packed with incredible expert guests and new formats to support your healing journey, protect your health, and enhance your longevity.

Join Dr. Avanti, as she sits down with some of the most inspiring minds and thought leaders in integrative medicine and integrated healing systems, featuring New York Times best-selling authors and world-renowned experts who share their insights and tips on holistic health and wellness.

Each week explore groundbreaking topics on:

• Cutting-edge science in healing
• Secrets of longevity and well-being
• Integrative practices including yoga and meditation
• Nutrition and food as medicine

Be sure to subscribe for NEW episodes weekly, every Tuesday.

This week on the "Healing Catalyst Podcast," we're rounding out our September "Back to Basics" series with a powerful compilation episode on how to master your mind to quiet your busy brain, increase your focus and calm your anxiety.

In this special compilation episode, Dr. Avanti brings together four leading experts who explore different aspects and strategies for mental well-being. First, Dr. Ellen Vora and Dr. Tanmeet Sethi discuss the transformative potential of psychedelic medicine and plant ceremonies to heal trauma, shift consciousness, and foster spiritual connections. Next, Dr. Payal Beri discusses the importance of self-compassion as the foundation for an empathy mindset and introduces practical strategies for cultivating empathy both for oneself and others. Lastly, Dr. Romie Mushtaq shares the science behind meditation and its profound effects on the brain, from immediate benefits to long-term changes that promote emotional resilience and mental clarity.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• How psychedelics and plant medicines work
• The healing power of sacred ceremonies
• The 3 types of empathy and how to cultivate them
• The ego's role in empathy and self-awareness
• How meditation changes the body and brain in 3 phases
• Immediate benefits of meditation: better hormone control, mood, and focus
• How to break negative patterns with meditation

Resources:

• 72. 3 Ways to Increase Your Energy Flow
• 73. How to Eat to Heal
• 49. Ceremonial & Therapeutic Power of Psychedelic Medicine with Dr. Ellen Vora & Dr. Tanmeet Sethi
• 57. An Empathy Mindset Starts with Self with Payal Beri
• 67. Biohack Your Brain with Meditation with Dr. Romie Mustaq
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• Energy Fix Quiz: avantikumarsingh.com/quiz

Connect with Dr. Avanti:

• Subscribe, Rate and Review: The Healing Catalyst podcast
• Leave a voice message for Avanti: “Ask Me Anything”
• Website: avantikumarsingh.com
• Avanti’s Book: The Health Catalyst
• Instagram: @avantikumarsingh
• Podcast: The Healing Catalyst



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We’re rounding out our September “Back to Basics” series with an exploration of how to master energy flow to support physical, mental, and emotional well-being. In this episode, Dr. Avanti is joined by three renowned experts who specialize in unique energy healing methods. First, Michael Taylor introduces Tai Chi as a form of “movement medicine”, focusing on balance and centered movements to cultivate inner stability and calm. Next, Indu Arora sheds light on Marma therapy, revealing simple ways to identify and work with energy points to harmonize your energy flow and boost both your physical and mental well-being. Finally, Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary describes the profound effects of sound healing on the brain and nervous system. From ancient mantras to modern sound therapy, she explains how sound can influence neurological function and emotional balance— and shares how you can start using sound healing techniques today.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• Reconnecting with your energy flow.
• Using Tai Chi as “movement medicine”.
• Marma therapy and how to use energy points to harmonize energy flow for greater well-being.
• The science of sound and how it can heal the brain.
• How to mantras to support brain health and emotional balance.

Connect with Michael Taylor:

• Instagram: @taichimiket
• Website: Strala Yoga

Connect with Indu Aurora:

• Instagram: @induaroraofficial
• Website: Yoga Sadhna

Connect with Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary:

• Instagram @dr_kulreet_chaudhary
• Website: Dr. Kulreet Chaudary

Resources:

• Pre-order Dr. Avanti’s new book: The Longevity Formula
• 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 week on the "Healing Catalyst Podcast," we're kicking off our September "Back to Basics" series with a deep dive into the healing power of food. As we transition into the fall season, it's a perfect time to revisit foundational health practices with simple and powerful tips to help you reset, refocus, and realign your wellness routines.

In this episode, Dr. Avanti brings together three leading experts in nutritional psychiatry and culinary medicine—Dr. Drew Ramsey, Dr. Uma Naidoo, and Dr. Kanchan Koya—to explore how food choices impact mental well-being, gut health, and brain function. Dr. Ramsey discusses the psychological effects of dietary choices and how traditional dietary patterns can boost mental health. Dr. Naidoo explains the gut-brain connection and how the gut microbiome influences our emotions and brain health. And Dr. Koya shares the healing power of five key spices to incorporate into your diet for optimal health.

Whether you're looking to enhance your mental clarity, improve your mood, boost your energy, or simply make more mindful food choices, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you harness the power of food for mental and emotional balance.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• Traditional dietary patterns and the impact of food on mental health
• The most important nutrients for depression
• The connection between the gut microbiome and brain health
• 5 healing spices to use everyday

Connect with Dr. Drew Ramsey:

• Instagram: @drewramseymd
• Website: https://drewramseymd.com

Connect with Dr. Uma Naidoo:

• Instagram: @drumanaidoo
• Website: https://umanaidoomd.com

Connect with Dr. Kanchan Koya:

• Instagram: @chiefspicemama
• Website: https://www.spicespicebaby.com

Resources:

• Pre-order Dr. Avanti’s new book: The Longevity Formula
• 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 week on our “Summer Send-Off Series”, we’re diving into the restorative power of sleep with Ayurveda and Yoga Therapist, Indu Arora. As life gets busier, it’s crucial to revisit how we rest and rejuvenate.

In this episode, Dr. Avanti and Indu explore the difference between rest and sleep, uncovering how different stages of sleep correlate with meditation Discover how the practice of Shavasana offers the opportunity to “undo” and “unlearn,” creating space for emotions to surface and consciously letting go through breath and sensory reduction. Indu also shares expert tips on when and how to practice Shavasana, including five simple steps to make the most of this powerful practice.

Whether you’re seeking to enhance your daily wellness routine or deepen your understanding of rest, this episode is packed with insights to help you rejuvenate and restore balance in your life.

Today on The Healing Catalyst:

• How Shavasana can transform your health by consciously pausing.
• Ayurvedic perspectives on rest vs. sleep.
• The power of unlearning how to undo.
• Understanding the connection between sleep stages, meditation, and healing.
• 5 Tips on how adding Shavasana to your daily routine can improve your health.
• Conscious goals of letting go and moving inwards through breath.

Connect with Indu Arora:

• Website: www.yogsadhna.com
• Instagram: @induaroraofficial
• Book: SOMA: 100 Heritage Recipes for Self-Care
• Past Episodes with Indu: Episode #47 | Episode # 113

Resources:

• Pre-order Dr. Avanti’s new book: The Longevity Formula
• 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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