6. The One Habit That Changed My Life (And It’s Not What You Expect)

Unapologetically Wild with Mary Giordano

At 19, I had my first panic attack—and I was convinced I was dying. That moment led me down a path I never saw coming. A doctor handed me a prescription, but what really changed my life? Meditation.

And before you roll your eyes or think, I can’t meditate because my mind won’t shut up—this episode is for you. Because meditation isn’t about clearing your mind, sitting still for 30 minutes, or achieving some mystical Zen state. It’s about training your brain to stop running on autopilot and helping you break free from stress, overwhelm, and overthinking.

In this episode, we’re diving into:
✅ How meditation literally rewires your brain (and the science behind it)
✅ The biggest myths that hold people back (hint: you don’t have to clear your mind)
✅ How to start meditating in just two minutes a day (yes, really)
✅ Different types of meditation (because it’s not all sitting on a cushion)
✅ How I completely stopped overthinking (and how you can, too)

Because if you’ve ever laid in bed at night, stuck in your head, spiraling about something you said, what you should’ve said, or what so-and-so meant when they didn’t text you back—this is for you.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have everything you need to make meditation part of your life—without making it complicated.

Resources & Mentions:

📌 The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle – A deep dive into mindfulness, presence, and how most stress comes from worrying about the past or future instead of being in the moment.

Meditation Apps:

📌 Insight Timer – Free meditation app with guided sessions, ambient sounds, and courses.

📌 Headspace – Perfect for beginners with structured programs that make meditation feel doable.

📌 Calm – Great for stress relief, sleep meditations, and mindfulness.

📌 Waking Up (by Sam Harris) – A deeper dive into mindfulness, meditation, and the philosophy behind it.

📌 Simple Habit – Quick meditations for busy people—designed for specific moments in your day.

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