🔥 Episode Overview

Are you chasing success or curating it for the feed? In this soul-stirring episode of Give A Heck, Dwight sits down with Dr. Angelo Valenti, a consulting psychologist, author, and founder of The Company Psychologist, to explore what it truly means to live and lead authentically.

With over 40 years of experience guiding executives, entrepreneurs, and organizations, Angelo shares how early life with his grandparents shaped his values, how personal loss deepened his understanding of resilience, and why simplifying life is the key to rediscovering joy. This episode is a wake-up call for anyone stuck in the image trap and yearning for real connection.

💡 What You Will Learn in This Episode

🔓 Breaking Free from the Image Trap

Discover how Angelo:

🌐 Navigating Relationships in the Digital Age

Angelo offers powerful insights on:

🎯 Whether you are a high achiever feeling disconnected, a leader seeking deeper impact, or simply someone craving more meaning in your day-to-day life, this episode will challenge you to strip away the noise and embrace your authentic self.

🎧 Tune in now and take the first step toward living with clarity, connection, and purpose.#AuthenticLeadership #MentalHealthMatters #LiveLifeOnPurpose

⏱️ Chapter Summary

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🎧 Available on:

• 🧠 Why authenticity is the cornerstone of leadership and relationships• ✨ How to simplify your life and reconnect with genuine happiness• 📱 The hidden costs of social media and how to reclaim your mental space• 🙌 The role of gratitude and reflection in building a purposeful life• Helps leaders move beyond surface-level success to find true fulfillment• Encourages clients to embrace their uniqueness instead of comparison• Advocates for simplifying life and focusing on what truly matters• The psychological toll of social media and curated perfection• Building authentic connections in a virtual-first world• Maintaining healthy boundaries while staying emotionally present • 00:00:02 – Introduction to Dr. Angelo Valenti: Psychologist and Leadership ExpertAngelo shares his background in psychology and consulting and how he helps leaders unlock their full potential through personalized guidance.• 00:01:37 – Angelo’s Origin Story: Values and Early InfluencesHe reflects on growing up with his grandparents, whose integrity and emphasis on education shaped his worldview and consulting philosophy.• 00:31:43 – The Pitfalls of Social Media and Authentic LivingAngelo discusses the impact of digital culture on mental health and relationships and how to stay grounded in authenticity.• 00:49:05 – Finding Joy and Simplicity in LifeHe shares insights from his book You're Making This Way Too Hard, offering strategies to simplify life and rediscover true happiness. • Website: https://angelovalenti.com• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorv213/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorangelovalenti/• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelovalentiphd/• Website: https://giveaheck.com• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@giveaheck• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/give.a.heck• Threads: https://www.threads.net/@give.a.heck• X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/give_a_heck• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwight-heck-65a90150• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/give-a-heck/id1538446144• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3wc2pFuCWhtLzAGYLSknzG?si=6231dbd1f36c4d93• Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/give-a-heck-1531597