In this episode, we reflect on French dramatist Molière’s timeless line: “One should eat to live, not live to eat.” What begins as a simple observation about appetite opens into a deeper meditation on desire, restraint, and the purposeful life. We explore how indulgence, whether in food or any other pleasure, can quietly take the reins of our days—and how reclaiming intention creates freedom, not deprivation. We'll examine not just what you consume, but what consumes you. 
I hope that you enjoy!

In this episode, we explore the unexpected power of appreciating a rival. Through the legendary creative tension between Raphael and Michelangelo, we enter the Sistine Chapel alongside a young Raphael at the moment he confronted Michelangelo’s overwhelming genius. Instead of denying or resenting what he saw, Raphael humbled himself. In that humility, he found a pathway to growth. After gazing at the ceiling, his style evolved into something more beautiful. Why? Because he allowed his rival to become his teacher. This episode invites listeners to do the same: to let admiration, rather than envy, sharpen their craft, expand their spirit, and move them closer to their own highest potential.
I hope you enjoy it. 

Lucia and I reflect on our favorite pieces of artwork in Italy and Spain. 

Inspired by Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, this episode explores the loneliness suffered by the nameless monster. 
At one point or another, we've all shared in this loneliness. 
The monster's despair is born not of ugliness, but of being unloved and of watching the happiness of others, from which he fears himself hopelessly excluded. In the age of social media, his cry is ours. 
This meditation invites you to see through the illusion of exclusion and rediscover your place in joy.
I hope you enjoy it! 

Seneca the Younger (4 BC–AD 65) was a Roman philosopher and poet. 

In his essay On Anger, he warns that our own anger can harm us much more than the injury that provoked it. 

In this episode, we explore the importance of letting go of anger, keeping our cool, and freeing ourselves from suffering twice–once from the injury inflicted on us by another, and again from our reaction. 

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I sincerely hope that you enjoy this show, but please take care of yourself and consult a health professional when needed. The tips and ideas shared on Pneuma are meant to educate and inspire—not to replace proper medical advice. Everyone’s body and situation are unique, so please—before making any changes to your diet, supplements, or exercise routine, check in with a qualified healthcare provider. I share ideas that I find fascinating and techniques with which I’ve had success, but I can’t be responsible for how this information is used. Thank you for your understanding! Take care, listen to your body, expand your mind, and enjoy the journey. 

In this episode, we’ll dig into one of Leo Tolstoy’s shortest stories, Alyosha the Pot, from which a big question arises:  

Should you live like a simpleton?

Alyosha’s life is marked by quiet obedience, unflappable cheerfulness, and long suffering that he accepts without complaint. 

But is his approach to life an act of goodness or self-erasure? Tolstoy’s brief parable is a meditation on humility, endurance, and the hunger we all feel for applause and recognition. 

We can learn a lot from Alyosha, like how to bear hardships without spite, how to find peace without apathy, and how to remain pure without becoming small.

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Friendly Disclaimer: 

I sincerely hope that you enjoy this show, but please take care of yourself and consult a health professional when needed. The tips and ideas shared on Pneuma are meant to educate and inspire—not to replace proper medical advice. Everyone’s body and situation are unique, so please—before making any changes to your diet, supplements, or exercise routine, check in with a qualified healthcare provider. I share ideas that I find fascinating and techniques with which I’ve had success, but I can’t be responsible for how this information is used. Thank you for your understanding! Take care, listen to your body, expand your mind, and enjoy the journey. 

I just returned from a two-week honeymoon in Italy. 

Changing time zones is always disruptive. I woke up at 4:00 AM (Eastern Standard Time), couldn’t fall back asleep, and decided to record my reflections. 

I hope you enjoy them. 

To those of you who have traveled to Italy, what was the most memorable part? 

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I sincerely hope that you enjoy this show, but please take care of yourself and consult a health professional when needed. The tips and ideas shared on Pneuma are meant to educate and inspire—not to replace proper medical advice. Everyone’s body and situation are unique, so please—before making any changes to your diet, supplements, or exercise routine, check in with a qualified healthcare provider. I share ideas that I find fascinating and techniques with which I’ve had success, but I can’t be responsible for how this information is used. Thank you for your understanding! Take care, listen to your body, expand your mind, and enjoy the journey. 

In this episode, we answer a listener’s question: 

“If fitness begins in the body, does wisdom begin there too?” 

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I sincerely hope that you enjoy this show, but please take care of yourself and consult a health professional when needed. The tips and ideas shared on Pneuma are meant to educate and inspire—not to replace proper medical advice. Everyone’s body and situation are unique, so please—before making any changes to your diet, supplements, or exercise routine, check in with a qualified healthcare provider. I share ideas that I find fascinating and techniques with which I’ve had success, but I can’t be responsible for how this information is used. Thank you for your understanding! Take care, listen to your body, expand your mind, and enjoy the journey. 

More tips you can use to boost your daily step count! 

If you struggle to hit your daily step goal—or you’ve fallen into an all-day sitting rut—this quick, practical episode is for you. 

Just implement these simple techniques, and you’ll be striding toward 8-10k steps per day. 

1. Stroll while you scroll
2. Lose your marbles
3. Launder Longe
4. Re-size your water bottle
5. Potty upstairs 

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I sincerely hope that you enjoy this show, but please take care of yourself and consult a health professional when needed. The tips and ideas shared on Pneuma are meant to educate and inspire—not to replace proper medical advice. Everyone’s body and situation are unique, so please—before making any changes to your diet, supplements, or exercise routine, check in with a qualified healthcare provider. I share ideas that I find fascinating and techniques with which I’ve had success, but I can’t be responsible for how this information is used. Thank you for your understanding! Take care, listen to your body, expand your mind, and enjoy the journey. 

In this episode, we answer a listener’s question: 

“For someone who is overweight or out of shape, where’s the best place to begin — not just physically, but mentally?” 

If you feel a little lost, this episode might provide you with the direction for which you've been searching. 

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Send your questions and have them answered on air. 

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I sincerely hope that you enjoy this show, but please take care of yourself and consult a health professional when needed. The tips and ideas shared on Pneuma are meant to educate and inspire—not to replace proper medical advice. Everyone’s body and situation are unique, so please—before making any changes to your diet, supplements, or exercise routine, check in with a qualified healthcare provider. I share ideas that I find fascinating and techniques with which I’ve had success, but I can’t be responsible for how this information is used. Thank you for your understanding! Take care, listen to your body, expand your mind, and enjoy the journey.