In this episode, I take you back to the very beginning of my journey with meditation — more than 30 years ago — and explore how it’s shaped my life and my work as a coach for business owners and leaders.

We look at the powerful connection between meditation and mental fitness, and why this ancient practice is still one of the most effective tools for building calm, clarity, and resilience in today’s fast-paced world.

But before diving into techniques or benefits, this episode starts with a simple — and surprisingly profound — question:

👉 What does “meditation” really mean?

Here’s a snippet from the episode:

“Most people think meditation means sitting still, breathing slowly, and trying not to think.

But the word itself tells a deeper story.

It comes from the Latin meditārī — to think deeply, to reflect —

and mederi — to heal.

So at its root, meditation means to reflect deeply… in order to heal.”

If you’ve ever wondered whether meditation is worth your time — or how it can truly serve your mental fitness — this episode will give you a fresh, grounded perspective on why it matters… and why it’s worth bothering.

For any personal support with meditation, let's have a conversation. Email me at coach@mikal.nz