WHAT IS VEDIC MEDITATION?
Vedic practices and knowledge have transformed my life for the better, so I've made it my mission to share this ancient wisdom with others.
About Me
I’ve always been deeply curious about human beings in all aspects, physical, psychological, and spiritual, often wondering what shapes our desires, thoughts, and actions. The timeless question “Who am I?” led me through many years of psychoanalysis, where I explored my individuality, and later into the study and practice of Western astrology, which helped me realize other aspects of the self and recognize a deeper universal connection.
This early exploration of the individual and the universal ultimately led me to study the Vedas, the ancient Indian body of knowledge in which I found immense wisdom.
Through Vedic Meditation and Ayurveda, the traditional science of health from India, I’ve experienced a sense of bliss, depth, and clarity that allows me to live with greater joy. These practices have helped me align with what I’m here to experience and contribute. For this reason, becoming a Vedic Meditation Teacher and an Ayurvedic Health Counselor, and teaching and sharing these practices with others, has become an important part of what I do.
Besides teaching Vedic Meditation, I also work as a graphic designer. Creativity and visual communication are also among my biggest interests. You can see some of my work here.
Training
After two years of studying hundreds of hours of advanced courses on the Vedas, I was accepted into the rigorous and prestigious teacher training program led by Thom Knoles in northern India.
For three months, I lived in an ashram in the foothills of the Himalayas. We delved deep into Vedic philosophy and spirituality and did a great deal of meditation, between 5 to 14 hours a day. We took test after test and learned everything about our tradition, our meditation technique, and working with students. The program was intense but extremely gratifying, as I am now able to teach this technique, having been trained to the highest standards.
I'm officially recognized by the ancient Shankaracharya tradition of India, with the blessing of Swami Kailashanand Giri Ji Maharaj, one of the most revered spiritual teachers of India and the elected Shankaracharya of Jyotir Math. There are fewer than 200 teachers in the world who meet this criteria.
Since 2021, I’ve studied for over 2,500 hours and received close training from Thom Knoles, known in India as Shri 1008 Mahamandaleshwar Maharishi Vyasanand Giri Maharaj, the only Westerner in the world ever to be inducted into the tradition at the highest level. Thom has taught meditation to over 40,000 people worldwide and is an expert in neuroscience and consciousness.