While out on a training ride in preparation for a 100-mile bike race, Meriden McGraw was hit by a car. The accident changed the trajectory of her life. She discovered mindfulness, was diagnosed with anxiety and passed on a Ph.D. program in clinical psychology in pursuit of a career in mental wellness instead.

Co-founder of Quidwell and director of the UC Center for Integrative Health and Wellness’s Corporate Mindfulness Team, Meriden shares her journey on episode 64 along with lots of quick, easy mindfulness practices you can do anywhere. She also discusses the connection between breathing and relaxation, and slowing down in the age of COVID-19.

Find Meriden on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meridenmwb/Learn about Quidwell: https://quidwell.com/Find out more about the UC Center for Integrative Health and Wellness: https://www.uchealth.com/integrative/