{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Fd533c392-fb31-459c-96a6-1bfb4f2f4d63","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"The Divine Spark Within: Practical Ways to Reclaim Purpose, Heal, and Lead with Intention with Andrew Drasen","description":"On Inner Peace, Better\u00a0Health, host Shreya speaks with Andrew Drasen about the \u201cdivine spark\u201d within each of us\u2014what it means, how to recognize it, and how to rebuild a purposeful life after addiction and incarceration. Andrew shares clear, grounded practices: honest self-assessment, setting dated goals, tracking daily progress, community support, meditation, and tuning your attention away from fear. This is a direct conversation about transformation without fluff\u2014rooted in responsibility, faith, and repeatable habits that help you move from survival to contribution.\nAbout the guest:\nAndrew Drasen is an author, teacher, and guide whose work centers on transformation, intentional living, and service. His journey\u2014from addiction and incarceration to authorship and curriculum design\u2014focuses on helping people identify what to change, map the next step, and sustain momentum through community and accountable routines.\nKey takeaways:\n\n\n\u201cDivine spark\u201d = your inner capacity for purpose; look inward first, then act outward.\n\n\nStart change with identification: what to change, what you want instead, and how you\u2019ll do it.\n\n\nWrite goals with dates and keep a daily progress log to maintain momentum when motivation dips.\n\n\nHealing begins with self-honesty; service to others sustains it and gives purpose.\n\n\nCommunity isn\u2019t optional\u2014interdependence is how humans thrive; isolation stalls growth.\n\n\nSeparate spirituality (personal relationship with a higher power) from religion (doctrine); choose what fosters integrity and action.\n\n\nWhen setbacks hit, keep hope and ask, \u201cWhat lesson can I extract?\u201d\u2014find meaning even if not everything \u201chappens for a reason.\u201d\n\n\nFear and faith don\u2019t coexist well; build faith through adaptable habits, meditation, and selective attention (limit doom-scrolling).\n\n\nScars can become armor once healed; they legitimize your guidance to others.\n\n\nSimple daily stack: brief meditation, written goals, one next action, evening progress review.\n\n\nConnect with the guest:\n\n\nWebsite: https://avisionofhopebook.com/\u00a0Book: A Vision of Hope (releasing soon), preorder now from the website or buy any print edition on 2nd December 2025\u00a0\u00a0\nInstagram | LinkedIn\n\n\n\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM \u2013 Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\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.\n\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\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:\n\u2022 Mental Health & Emotional Well-being\u2022 Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth\u2022 Holistic Healing & Conscious Living\u2022 Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\n\ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact\ud83d\udcbc Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ud83d\udce7 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com\ud83c\udf10 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com\ud83d\udccd Based in: India & USA\n\ud83c\udf99\ufe0f Open to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let\u2019s connect to create a ripple effect of positivity.\nCHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST:\ud83c\udfa7 Listen our 17 Podcast Shows Here: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik\ud83e\udd1d Be","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/9ff941b2-c1de-4621-8434-9d436107732d/ogy0os5qcgc.jpg"}