{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F5462100a-79ef-47ff-a56f-d36e4a67681e","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Mental and Physical Fitness That Changes Your Life and Leadership Trajectory with Rich Ashton","description":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn the Mindful Journey podcast, host Sana sits down with business veteran and author Rich Ashton to explore how mental and physical fitness can reshape your life direction, especially during the holiday reset season. This is a practical conversation about small habits that create big long-term shifts.\nIf you are a founder, leader, or high performer feeling stretched, behind, or stuck in survival mode, this episode gives you a grounded plan. You will learn how curiosity builds mental strength, how simple movement supports stamina and clarity, and why effective leadership requires both kindness and results.\nAbout the Guest:\nRich Ashton spent 45 years owning and operating small businesses. He built a leadership training program inside his company, then retired after handing management to the team he developed. He is the author of Growing Your Own.\nKey Takeaways:\n\n\nBuild mental fitness through daily reading and wide-ranging intellectual curiosity\n\n\nRead opinions you disagree with to reduce conflict and improve judgment\n\n\nCombine a 30-minute walk with podcasts for double benefits\n\n\nAdd resistance training to improve stamina over time\n\n\nLead hard conversations with clear outcomes, empathy, and accountability\n\n\nStop leading from fear if you want trust and decisive execution\n\n\nHow to Connect With the Guest:\nWebsite: https://www.growingyourown.net/Email: rich@growingyourown.net\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life/The Mindful Journey? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatchDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\nDisclaimer: 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\u2122\ufe0f. 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.\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate.\nWith over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact:\ud83d\udcbc Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ud83d\udce7 Email: podcast@podhub.club\ud83c\udf10 Website: https://www.podhub.club/\ud83d\udccd Based in: India & USA\n\ud83c\udfa7 Listen to all podcast shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik\ud83e\udd1d Be a guest: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/beaguest\ud83d\udce9 Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/\n\n\n\n\n#podmatch #healthymindbyavik #podhub.club #mindfuljourney #mindfulnesspodcast #leadershipdevelopment #mentalfitness #physicalfitness #founderhealth #smallbusinessleadership #habitsforsuccess #longevity #resistancetraining #walkinghabit #emotionalintelligence #mindsetshift #personaldevelopment\n\n\u00a0\n\n\n\n\n","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/fa5e3591-84fc-492d-815f-96e307958300/untitled-design-11-7aj21.jpg"}