This is great! I had a similar journey, and I also heavily relied on meditation to get me where I was going (I meditated for a full 60 min before my final LSAT). I completely agree with your conclusions about what helped! Congrats!
... in general I would try meditation. the head space beginner series ... and helping you focus. if meditation is too much, simple breath ... apple store. I picked up meditation and breath work when I ...