On Healing Horizons with Sima, author and wellness advocate DK Kang shares how he navigated his wife’s cancer diagnosis, sudden job loss, and financial stress by reframing fear, anchoring in faith, and building daily practices that support the body, mind, and spirit. We unpack practical tools—mindset shifts rooted in Philippians 4, breathwork, mindful sleep, movement, and a whole-food approach (including kimchi and fermented foods) that DK credits with supporting resilience. This is a direct, grounded look at healing in real life: less hype, more habits you can start today. About the guest   DK Kang is an author, lifelong martial artist, and licensed massage therapist focused on performance, recovery, and pain management. He wrote Mindset Metamorphosis and a kimchi-forward cookbook, translating lived experience into actionable frameworks for resilience, gratitude, and everyday healing. Key takeaways (policy-checked)   Reframe crises with ownership: shift from “why me?” to “why not us—and who can this help later?” to reduce rumination and act decisively. Faith as nervous-system support: DK cites Philippians 4 to redirect anxiety into prayer, gratitude, and practical next steps. Mind-body link in pain: unprocessed emotions can amplify physical tension; movement, bodywork, and community care help interrupt the loop. Start small with nutrition: add one whole food at a time (e.g., broccoli sprouts, colorful “rainbow” plates); crowd out processed foods and sugary drinks. Fermented foods for gut support: kimchi and other probiotics may aid the microbiome; slow, consistent changes beat extreme overhauls. Mindfulness stack: simple breathwork, sunlight exposure, mindful eating (chew slowly), and screen-off wind-downs improve sleep and stress tolerance. Replace victimhood with agency: journaling and daily disciplines (movement, prayer/meditation, nourishing meals) create momentum even in hard seasons. Learn, then test: books, podcasts, and documentaries can inspire—use them to design n=1 experiments and keep what helps. Platform compliance note: Potentially violating claim found. From the transcript: “Cancer is not cancer is not a genetic disease, no more. It’s a lifestyle disease.” This statement can conflict with health-misinformation policies. Present it as the guest’s personal view, not medical fact, and avoid prescriptive medical claims without qualified sources. Connect with the guest   Website/newsletter (as shared on-air): DKKang.com (first chapter of Mindset Metamorphosis available to subscribers) Books: Mindset Metamorphosis; The Kimchi Connection Cookbook Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: 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™️. 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.   Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it’s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With 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. 👉 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey. Cont