Is meditation really the solution to nearly every problem in modern life, or have we made it bigger than it is? In this episode, we examine the multi-billion dollar meditation and wellness industry, which often markets meditation as a universal cure for stress, anxiety, productivity, and even the search for meaning in life. We discuss how practices with deep spiritual roots are often simplified into mere tools for self-optimization or workplace performance enhancement. The episode also explores less discussed aspects: the limitations of meditation's benefits, its potential risks for some, and the dangers of reducing real social and environmental problems to a matter of individual mindset. Furthermore, we question whether inner peace must always be found on a meditation cushion, or whether it can instead emerge through nature, meaningful work, cre ...