Best Wellness Interviews
Best Wellness Interviews
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Kristine Best
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Vangelis Kalogirou on self-discovery, overcoming trauma, and finding fulfillment

S2 E14 • Jun 7, 2026 • 47 mins

Join Kristine Best as she speaks with Vangelis Kalogirou about his journey of self-discovery and overcoming a strict upbringing. Vangelis shares how societal pressures and early coping mechanisms shaped his music aspirations and creative outlets. They discuss his experiences at IBM, the creation of masks and false identities, and breaking free from indoctrination. Vangelis highlights working with Arno Goran to remove psychological blocks and find his true self. The conversation delves into the impact of religious indoctrination, acknowledging past abuse, and discovering agency. Vangelis emphasizes the importance of self-care, achieving neutrality, and following internal guidance for personal fulfillment.

Key Points

  • Embracing one's authentic self requires dismantling the masks and false identities imposed by societal and familial expectations.
  • Self-acceptance and internal trust are crucial for personal empowerment and the ability to create a fulfilling life.
  • Transformative change begins with honest self-reflection and the courage to question and redefine one's beliefs.
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