In this episode of The Examined Life, I sit down with Kat Mayers, a renowned energy healer from Hong Kong who is helping young people heal sickness and imbalance from the inside out. We explore how spiritual practices and energy work can unlock the body’s natural ability to heal — physically, emotionally, and mentally.

Together, we ask deeper philosophical questions about meaning, purpose, and well-being:

• How can healing start from within?
• What role does energy play in restoring balance to the mind, body, and spirit?
• Why are so many in Gen Z seeking spiritual tools for health and mental clarity?

✨ If you’ve ever wondered how spirituality, philosophy, and science intersect in the healing process, this conversation offers fresh insights into living well, finding alignment, and flourishing from the inside out.

What happens when a teenager, feeling lost and overwhelmed, turns to faith for guidance? In this episode, we sit down with Simone Tumolo, a Gen Z teen who recently experienced a powerful spiritual awakening and strengthened her relationship with God.

We explore how her journey reshaped her understanding of identity, purpose, and belonging—and how it transformed her mental health along the way. Through honest conversation, we dive into big philosophical questions about meaning, doubt, and hope, while uncovering what spirituality can offer a generation searching for clarity in a chaotic world.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever questioned where they belong, struggled with anxiety or self-doubt, or wondered how faith and philosophy can work together to bring peace and purpose.

What does it mean to lead a university not just intellectually, but spiritually? In this episode, we speak with Peter Kilpatrick, President of the Catholic University of America, about his role in nurturing both academic and spiritual growth on campus. We explore how CUA helps students integrate faith into their lives, how higher education can cultivate moral leaders, and why spiritual care matters in the college experience—especially for Gen Z.