
3 Mediterranean Lifestyle Principles to Apply in Your Daily Life with Claudia Hanna Veysel
03/24/25 • 37 min
In this episode, I sit down with Claudia Hanna Veysel, an olive oil sommelier and Mediterranean lifestyle expert, to explore the timeless wisdom of this way of living. Having spent years immersed in the Mediterranean culture, Claudia shares three powerful principles that can bring more joy, balance, and well-being into your everyday routine.
Key Takeaways:
- The Mediterranean approach to food, movement, and connection
- How to slow down and embrace a more fulfilling pace of life
- The science-backed benefits of this lifestyle on longevity and happiness
- Simple ways to incorporate these principles no matter where you live
This episode is filled with personal stories, practical strategies, and eye-opening insights that will inspire you to nourish your body, enrich your relationships, and cultivate a more vibrant, sustainable way of living.
Connect with Claudia Hanna Veysel:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudia-hanna-veysel-59b23a5/
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Music Credit:
This episode features ''Je n'y suis jamais allé'' by Yann Tiersen.
In this episode, I sit down with Claudia Hanna Veysel, an olive oil sommelier and Mediterranean lifestyle expert, to explore the timeless wisdom of this way of living. Having spent years immersed in the Mediterranean culture, Claudia shares three powerful principles that can bring more joy, balance, and well-being into your everyday routine.
Key Takeaways:
- The Mediterranean approach to food, movement, and connection
- How to slow down and embrace a more fulfilling pace of life
- The science-backed benefits of this lifestyle on longevity and happiness
- Simple ways to incorporate these principles no matter where you live
This episode is filled with personal stories, practical strategies, and eye-opening insights that will inspire you to nourish your body, enrich your relationships, and cultivate a more vibrant, sustainable way of living.
Connect with Claudia Hanna Veysel:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudia-hanna-veysel-59b23a5/
Tune in every week for a new episode of Big Meaningful Life. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!
Connect with Sally on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallymahamdeh
Send Sally an email with ideas for future episodes: [email protected]
Music Credit:
This episode features ''Je n'y suis jamais allé'' by Yann Tiersen.
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Key Takeaways:
- What positive psychology really is
- Moving from “just okay” to thriving
- Focusing on strengths and what works well
- How to cultivate authenticity
- Practical tips for everyday life
This conversation offers a refreshing blend of wisdom, humor, and real-world insights — equipping you with tools to build a more intentional and thriving life.
Connect with Vinesh Sukumaran:
https://www.instagram.com/vinesh.sukumaran/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinesh-sukumaran-1a452447/
Tune in every week for a new episode of Big Meaningful Life. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!
Connect with Sally on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallymahamdeh
Send Sally an email with ideas for future episodes: [email protected]
Music Credit:
This episode features ''Je n'y suis jamais allé'' by Yann Tiersen.
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Connect with Noor Barrage:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/noorbarrage/
https://www.instagram.com/noorbarrage/
Tune in every week for a new episode of Big Meaningful Life. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!
Connect with Sally on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallymahamdeh
Send Sally an email with ideas for future episodes: [email protected]
Music Credit:
This episode features ''Je n'y suis jamais allé'' by Yann Tiersen.
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