Letting Go: Choosing Purpose Over Validation with Vikas Agarwal

In this episode, Lex sits down with Vikas, author of Waiting to Breathe: A Journey Toward Authentic Living and a seasoned tech executive. Vikas shares his insights on identity, self-acceptance, and the transformation that comes with embracing one’s true self. From navigating career challenges to uncovering the deeper meaning of belonging, he offers thought-provoking perspectives on living with purpose.

Together, they discuss:
📌 The role of self-acceptance in personal and professional growth
📌 How societal conditioning distances us from our authentic selves
📌 The power of rejection in shaping identity and resilience
📌 Why love—both for oneself and others—is the key to transformation

🎧 Listen now and embark on your own transformational journey!

📖 Get Vikas’ book: https://a.co/d/9MXlxfd
🔗 Connect with Vikas on: LinkedIn: / vikasagr
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00:00 Intro Teasers
01:14 Guest Introduction: Meet Vikas Agarwal
03:50 The Journey to Writing: Inspiration and Motivation
06:37 The Importance of Belonging and Authenticity
10:32 The Metamorphosis: Nietzsche's Philosophy
17:10 Facing Rejection and Finding Self-Love
27:55 The Role of Suffering in Personal Growth
36:46 Creating Beauty from Love: A Discussion on Amazon
44:37 The Role of Love in Leadership
45:22 Challenges Faced by Corporations
46:39 Authenticity in Corporate Culture
48:35 Acceptance and Perspective
49:36 The Nature of Innovation
53:32 Embracing Failure and Rejection
55:46 The Impact of Emotions on Decision Making
01:00:47 The Importance of Passion in Projects
01:02:28 Dealing with Distractions and Negative Emotions
01:09:54 Organizational Ego and Humility
01:19:58 Advice for Younger Self
01:21:48 Conclusion and Contact Information