{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F66cc9ce2-1709-424b-90ae-20981e6f5db9","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" title=\"The Power of Promises & Service: A Mindful Conversation with Lyubim Kogan\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"clipboard-write\" seamless src=\"http://player.captivate.fm/episode/66cc9ce2-1709-424b-90ae-20981e6f5db9\"></iframe>","title":"The Power of Promises & Service: A Mindful Conversation with Lyubim Kogan","description":"In this deeply moving episode of The Mindful Journey, host Sana sits down with Lyubim Kogan \u2014 five-time immigrant, Winter Olympian, 9/11 survivor, Wall Street leader turned humanitarian, and founder of Wings for Heroes. From surviving tragedy to building an organization that helps amputee veterans rediscover freedom through flight, Lyubim shares how promises \u2014 even the smallest ones \u2014 can change lives.\nLyubim recounts a powerful personal story of how honoring a simple dinner commitment led to saving a child\u2019s life on a freezing Colorado night, emphasizing the unseen ripple effect of keeping our word. He opens up about the inception of Wings for Heroes, how paragliding helps wounded soldiers confront fear and reclaim their sense of purpose, and why true healing is both physical and emotional.\nThe conversation goes beyond charity \u2014 it\u2019s a profound lesson in responsibility, mindful service, and the courage to act when others remain silent. Lyubim challenges us to step in when we witness suffering and reminds us that even small actions can bring transformative change, both to others and to ourselves.\nKey Topics:\n\n\nThe power and responsibility behind every promise\n\n\nFounding Wings for Heroes and helping amputee veterans\n\n\nHow mindfulness extends beyond self-care to community service\n\n\nThe importance of taking action rather than waiting for others\n\n\nBalancing personal sacrifice and purpose\n\n\nGuest Links:\nVisit Wings for Heroes: wings4heroes.org\nHost Closing Thought:\"Purpose doesn\u2019t always need a spotlight. Sometimes it simply needs a parachute and a heart.\" \u2014 Sana\nWant to be a guest on The Mindful Journey? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nTune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik\n\n\nSubscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/\n\n\nJoin Community: https://nas.io/healthymind\n\n\nStay Tuned And Follow Us!\u2022 YouTube \u2013 https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife\u2022 Instagram \u2013 https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod\u2022 Threads \u2013 https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod\u2022 Facebook \u2013 https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind\u2022 LinkedIn \u2013 https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster\n#podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/fa5e3591-84fc-492d-815f-96e307958300/untitled-design-11-7aj21.jpg"}