Soul Sparks

That quiet spark inside you never really leaves. It just gets covered by noise. If you feel busy but disconnected, this one is for you. On Soul Sparks, host Swati talks with Steve Barton about awareness, letting go of limiting thoughts, and six short phrases he uses to quiet the mind. Expect simple tools for boundaries, triggers, and coming back to yourself. About the Guest: Steve Barton is the creator of the Game of Ten and author of the book of the same name. At 70, he loves turning personal development and mental health into simple, practical tools. Key Takeaways: You have thoughts. You are not your thoughts. Observe them and let the old ones go. A trigger points inward. Ask what you are defending. Set loving boundaries: yes, no, stay, go. Say no with respect. Steve’s six phrases: I am ten. I am doing the best I can with the awareness I have. I am always right with the awareness I have. I am enough. I do enough. I have enough. Never beat yourself up. Episode Chapters: [00:00] The Spark That Never Leaves (approx.) - Feeling alive, not just busy [01:30] Meet Steve Barton (approx.) - Seventy years, one simple idea: be the light [03:00] You Are Not Your Thoughts (approx.) - Uncovering what thinking covers up [05:30] Why the Spark Fades (approx.) - The game of ten, triggers, and loving boundaries [09:30] How Disconnection Shows Up (approx.) - Overcommitting, people pleasing, and comparison [12:30] Six Phrases to Quiet the Mind (approx.) - Clearing the list and never beating yourself up [18:00] When You Lose Your Way Again (approx.) - Letting thoughts go and being the love you are Connect With the Guest: Website: https://www.stevebartoncoaching.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coach-steve-barton/ Book — The Father, The Son, and the AHA Moment: Available via Steve's website and major retailers. 🎙️ Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? Send me a direct message on PodMatch. 👉 DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik 🌱 About Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Global Mental Wellness Podcast Network - focused, credible, no more identity clutter. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Refer a Guest Know someone who would be a great fit for one of our podcast shows? Email us at [email protected] with the subject line “Refer a Guest.” Requests without this subject line cannot be catered to. Support Our Podcast: Support this Podcast 📬 Contact & Links Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Contact Us Based in: India & USA 🎧 All Podcast Shows 🤝 Be a Guest 📩 Newsletter Substack 👉 Join the LinkedIn Community 📌 Disclaimer - This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. #podmatch #healthymindbyavik #podhub.club #soulsparks #innerspark #innerlight #selfawareness #mindfulness #overthinking #limitingbeliefs #healthyboundaries #selflove #quietmind #personalgrowth #thegameoften #stevebarton

What if the biggest transformation in your life doesn't begin with a dramatic breakthrough, but with one small decision to be fully present? In this episode of Soul Sparks, host Swati welcomes Silvia Rizzo, an equestrian sports professional and writer, for a thoughtful conversation about mindfulness, overcoming fear, handling uncertainty and discovering meaning in everyday moments. Coming from the demanding world of equestrian sport, where decisions must often be made in seconds and mistakes can have immediate consequences, Silvia shares how years of working under pressure have shaped her approach to life. She explains why meaningful change rarely happens all at once. Instead, it develops through small, intentional steps that allow us to learn, adapt and move forward. The conversation explores why people become distracted by fear, panic, expectations and constant thoughts about what might happen next—and how this can prevent them from noticing what's happening right now. Silvia discusses the importance of remaining focused, learning from mistakes rather than labeling them as failures, and trusting your own judgment instead of constantly seeking approval from others. She also shares practical insights about pausing, breathing, establishing boundaries and reconnecting with your abilities when life feels uncertain. In this episode, discover why you don't need to control the future to take your next step. You need to be present enough to recognize the opportunities already in front of you. Sometimes the light you're searching for isn't far away. It's in the moment you're living right now. About the Guest — Silvia Rizzo: Silvia Rizzo describes herself as an equestrian sports professional, writer and business owner. Drawing on her experience in a high-pressure sporting environment, she helps people develop practical skills for navigating everyday challenges, uncertainty, pressure and mistakes. Her approach emphasizes staying present, developing self-trust, accepting uncertainty and taking small steps toward meaningful goals. Key Takeaways: Transformation begins with small steps. You don't need to change everything overnight. Being present improves your ability to respond. Focus helps you notice what's happening instead of becoming consumed by possibilities. Fear doesn't have to make your decisions. Acknowledge uncertainty without automatically allowing it to stop you. Mistakes are opportunities to learn. Silvia prefers learning and adjusting over labeling every unsuccessful attempt a failure. Overthinking can prevent action. Constantly imagining what might happen can keep you from moving forward. Self-trust matters. Seeking too many outside opinions can make it harder to recognize your own judgment. Pausing can help you refocus. Silvia recommends taking a breath and reconnecting with the situation you're facing. Boundaries support clarity. Knowing your abilities and limits can help you navigate difficult situations. Doing nothing also carries a cost. Avoiding decisions can mean missing opportunities. Consistency matters more than temporary motivation. Silvia favors building an internal foundation you can rely on through ups and downs. You cannot predict every outcome. Progress involves accepting a reasonable degree of uncertainty. Everyday moments deserve attention. Meaningful change may begin through ordinary choices rather than extraordinary events. Chapters: Welcome to Soul Sparks Introducing Silvia Rizzo Lessons from high-pressure equestrian sport Why transformation begins with small steps How fear and overthinking affect focus The importance of being fully present What riding horses teaches about awareness Finding meaning in everyday moments Pausing and breathing when emotions rise Building self-trust instead of seeking constant approval Why temporary motivation isn't enough Boundaries, uncertainty and personal growth Reframing mistakes instead of fearing failure Breaking negative thought patterns Allowing life to surprise you Final reflections on finding light in ordinary moments Connect With the Guest: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silvia-rizzo-582aa985/ Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? Send me a direct message on PodMatch. 👉 DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik 🌱 About Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Global Mental Wellness Podcast Network - focused, credible, no more identity clutter. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Refer a Guest Know someone who would be a great fit for one of our podcast shows? Email us at [email protected] with the subject line “Refer a Guest.” Requests without this subject line cannot be catered to. Support Our Podcast: Support this Podcast 📬 Contact & Links Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Contact Us Based in: India & USA 🎧 All Podcast Shows 🤝 Be a Guest 📩 Newsletter Substack 👉 Join the LinkedIn Community 📌 Disclaimer - This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. #SoulSparks #SilviaRizzo #Mindfulness #StopOverthinking #PresentMoment #OvercomingFear #SelfTrust #PersonalGrowth #MentalClarity #EmotionalResilience #FearOfFailure #IntentionalLiving #HealthyMindByAvik #Podhub

Are you waiting for inspiration to find you? This episode of Soul Sparks is for anyone who feels disconnected, overstimulated, and unsure where their spark went. Sam Brooks explains why your inner light starts as a small spark you nurture, how constant news and scrolling quietly drain you, and why the most sustainable mindfulness is the one you'll actually keep doing. About the Guest: Sam Brooks is the founder of Rally News, a free aggregator that gathers uplifting stories from trusted publishers into one scrollable feed. Based in Berlin, he's a runner and self-described politics nerd who rebuilt his own relationship with the news. Key Takeaways: Inner light isn't found. It starts as a small curiosity you follow and nurture with action. You can't force realisations. Create space for them and notice when they arrive. Noticing you're not present, without judging it, is already a form of mindfulness. Constant news and a phone in your pocket raise stress more than you think. Attach a small, enjoyable practice to a habit you already have, like your first coffee. Connect With the Guest: Website and app: https://rally.news (on Google Play now, iOS coming soon) Episode Chapters (approx.): [00:00] The Quiet Moment Everything Changes - an opening on the spark within [01:30] Inner Light Isn't Found - why sparks start small and need nurturing [04:00] Turning Inward in an Outward World - intention, movement, and a good news morning [08:00] You Can't Force a Realisation - making space to simply be [10:30] What Disconnects Us - information overload, algorithms, and a phone-free marathon [16:00] Breaking the Scroll Loop - dopamine, shame, and swapping habits [20:00] Mindfulness That Sticks - coffee meditations and tiny sustainable steps 🎙️ Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? Send me a direct message on PodMatch. 👉 DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik 🌱 About Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Global Mental Wellness Podcast Network - focused, credible, no more identity clutter. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Refer a Guest Know someone who would be a great fit for one of our podcast shows? Email us at [email protected] with the subject line “Refer a Guest.” Requests without this subject line cannot be catered to. Support Our Podcast: Support this Podcast 📬 Contact & Links Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Contact Us Based in: India & USA 🎧 All Podcast Shows 🤝 Be a Guest 📩 Newsletter Substack 👉 Join the LinkedIn Community 📌 Disclaimer - This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. #podmatch #healthymindbyavik #podhub.club #soulsparks #innerlight #mindfulness #digitalwellbeing #doomscrolling #goodnews #positivenews #mindfulliving #screentime #selfawareness #mentalhealthpodcast #personalgrowth

What if the spark you're searching for is already in the room you're in? Host Niharika talks with author Marcia McFarland about why meaning doesn't require a dramatic change, and why preparation matters as much as timing. Marcia shares how years in sales unexpectedly prepared her for speaking publicly, why small, easy-to-miss coincidences can carry real meaning, and why solitude and quiet are what make it possible to actually notice them. About the Guest Marcia McFarland spent about 30 years in sales before writing her first book later in life. She is the author of Perfect Glory: 21 Spiritual Insights for the 21st Century, drawing on her own faith and personal experiences. Key Takeaways You don't need a dramatic change to find meaning, just preparation and a plan. A sense of purpose often comes from helping others, not chasing something for yourself. Habits, even small ones like a TV show, can quietly keep you stuck in place. Small, easy-to-miss coincidences can be worth paying attention to, not dismissing. Setbacks are part of a bigger picture, so don't dwell there longer than you need to. Connect With Marcia McFarland Website: authormarciamcfarland.com Book: Perfect Glory: 21 Spiritual Insights for the 21st Century (Amazon) Facebook: Perfect Glory Episode Chapters [00:00] Welcome to Soul Sparks (approx.) [02:00] Meet Marcia McFarland (approx.) [05:00] The Biggest Misconception About Finding Meaning (approx.) [11:00] How Habits Quietly Keep Us Stuck (approx.) [18:00] Noticing the Small Coincidences (approx.) [25:00] Making Space for Solitude and Prayer (approx.) [29:00] Where to Find Marcia (approx.) 🎙️ Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? Send me a direct message on PodMatch. 👉 DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik 🌱 About Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Global Mental Wellness Podcast Network - focused, credible, no more identity clutter. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Refer a Guest Know someone who would be a great fit for one of our podcast shows? Email us at [email protected] with the subject line “Refer a Guest.” Requests without this subject line cannot be catered to. Support Our Podcast: Support this Podcast 📬 Contact & Links Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Contact Us Based in: India & USA 🎧 All Podcast Shows 🤝 Be a Guest 📩 Newsletter Substack 👉 Join the LinkedIn Community 📌 Disclaimer - This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. #podmatch #healthymindbyavik #podhub.club #soulsparks #findingmeaning #faithandpurpose #mentalhealthpodcast #spiritualgrowth #innerwork #christianauthor #personalgrowth #dailyinspiration #authorinterview #consciousliving #innerpeace

What if the answers you're searching for were never meant to come from outside you? Host Avik talks with Ali Christos about the noise that drowns out inner guidance, and why there's no quick fix for real clarity. Ali shares why comparing your life to someone else's rarely tells the full story, why accepting where you are is the first step to changing it, and how disconnection from your inner voice quietly shows up in daily reactions. About the Guest: Ali Christos is a spiritual guide and quantum hypnosis practitioner who spent 15 years working with high-net-worth clients in New York before relocating to Canada. He now works with clients worldwide, and also writes and creates music under his own name. Key Takeaways: There's no magic pill for inner peace, growth comes through the journey itself. Comparing your life to someone else's rarely accounts for what you can't see. You cannot transform a situation until you first accept it as it is. Reactions toward people closest to you often reveal more about you than them. Quieting the noise regularly, through meditation or nature, reconnects you with your own wisdom. Connect With Ali Christos: Website (free clarity call, sessions): https://www.qhhtwithali.com Music and books: https://myspiritualteacher.ca Episode Chapters: [00:00] Welcome to Soul Sparks (approx.) [02:00] Meet Ali Christos (approx.) [05:00] The Biggest Misconception About Inner Guidance (approx.) [13:00] Why Comparison Keeps Us Disconnected (approx.) [22:00] How Disconnection Shows Up in Everyday Reactions (approx.) [30:00] Accepting What Is Before You Can Transform It (approx.) [38:00] Where to Find Ali (approx.) 🎙️ Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? Send me a direct message on PodMatch. 👉 DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik 🌱 About Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Global Mental Wellness Podcast Network - focused, credible, no more identity clutter. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Refer a Guest Know someone who would be a great fit for one of our podcast shows? Email us at [email protected] with the subject line “Refer a Guest.” Requests without this subject line cannot be catered to. Support Our Podcast: Support this Podcast 📬 Contact & Links Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik™️ Contact Us Based in: India & USA 🎧 All Podcast Shows 🤝 Be a Guest 📩 Newsletter Substack 👉 Join the LinkedIn Community 📌 Disclaimer - This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. #podmatch #healthymindbyavik #podhub.club #soulsparks #innerguidance #spiritualawakening #selfacceptance #mindfulliving #consciousness #quantumhealing #selfawareness #spiritualgrowth #innerpeace #healingjourney #innerwisdom