I first came across meditation in my 20s. It was taught as part of my undergraduate medical course at Monash University in the ’90s.

I had the privilege of learning with Associate Professor Craig Hassed, esteemed doctor and meditation teacher.

Initially sceptical, my friend and I were completely taken by the benefits of stopping to breathe. In fact, we were so inspired we started practising regularly, and even went to meditation groups.

We became noticeably calmer.