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A Mental Health Break
Welcome to the #1 podcast dedicated to mental health, where you are never alone. This Top Weekly Show provides a safe, supportive platform to normalize conversations around mental health through authentic, inspirational testimonials.
Since 2020, Traumatic Brain Injury Survivor, 3x Mental Health Author, and host Vincent A. Lanci and his guests have shared vulnerable stories and powerful insights that remind you—you are not alone on your journey.
Each week, we dive into real-life experiences from mental health advocates, professionals, and individuals who’ve overcome adversity. Together, we tackle a wide range of topics, including trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and family challenges. From grief and social media addiction to mental health in the workplace and life after divorce, every episode offers valuable tools, advice, and understanding for anyone navigating life’s toughest moments.
As someone who survived a traumatic brain injury (TBI), Vincent uses his personal journey to help others, blending his lived experiences with the wisdom of experts to empower you on your own path to healing. Whether you’re struggling with a mental disorder or simply looking for support, A Mental Health Break is your weekly source of hope, guidance, and connection.
Tune in each week for honest conversations, practical tools, and the reassurance that you're not alone. Let’s break the silence together.
A Mental Health Break
#284: Healing Through Forgiveness and Inner Child Work with Joe Mittiga
In this powerful episode of A Mental Health Break, we welcome a remarkable guest, Joe Mittiga, who shares his incredible journey from near homelessness to building a multi-million dollar business. After a life-changing spiritual experience that "struck him sober" 30 years ago, he began a path of deep emotional healing and personal growth.
Our guest is the author of two transformative books:
📖 Healing Addiction – A guide to finding freedom from shame through 12-step inner child work.
📖 Awaken Greatness – Discovering your true potential through conscious connection.
In this episode, we explore:
✨ The difference between shame and guilt—and how to heal both
✨ Why forgiveness and surrender aren't action steps but transformative outcomes
✨ The power of inner child work and why it's key to healing
✨ How 12-step programs can guide emotional recovery
✨ What holds most people back from living a fully functional life
"If I can heal, anyone can heal." This conversation is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of self-discovery.
🔊 Tune in now for an honest and inspiring conversation about addiction, forgiveness, and healing.
Have a question for the host or guest? Want their freebee? Are you looking to become a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com.
This show is brought to you by the Empathy Set and Coming Alive Podcast Production.
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