51. The Healing Power of Meditation and Cycling with Megan Hottman

51. The Healing Power of Meditation and Cycling with Megan Hottman

From Ride This Out by Zach Goulding, LCSW

February 1, 2025 · 41 min · Season 51

About this episode

Megan Hottman discusses her transition from lawyer to meditation teacher and cycling advocate, sharing insights on the therapeutic benefits of biking and community involvement.

In this session, Megan Hottman shares her journey from being a lawyer to becoming a meditation teacher and a passionate advocate for cycling. She discusses her experiences with meditation, the impact of cycling on her life, and her involvement in the documentary 'The Engine Inside.' Megan emphasizes the importance of advocacy for cyclists and shares practical tips for getting involved. The conversation also touches on her current riding experiences and the challenges she faces with her new puppy. In this conversation, Megan shares her passion for biking, discussing her experiences with different types of cycling, the joys of van life, and the therapeutic benefits of biking for mental health. She emphasizes the importance of community and advocacy in cycling, and how e-bikes have transformed her riding experience. The discussion also touches on the connection biking fosters between families and the environment, highlighting the joy and freedom that comes with cycling. Watch "The Engine Inside Film" here: https://www.redbull.com/int-en/films/the-engine-inside

People in this episode

Host: Zach Goulding

Guest: Megan Hottman

Topics covered

  • meditation
  • cycling
  • mental health
  • advocacy
  • community
  • e-bikes

Keywords

  • meditation
  • cycling
  • mental health
  • advocacy
  • e-bikes
  • community
  • The Engine Inside

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Engine Inside

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