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Breakfast Leadership ShowHow Meditation Can Combat Stress and Foster Personal Growth with Jillian LavenderMeditation Transitions in Workplace Wellness
In this episode, Jillian and Michael share their journeys from corporate careers to prioritizing meditation and workplace wellness. Jillian, a former publishing company owner, discovered the power of meditation in preventing burnout and made it her mission to teach others. Michael, a healthcare leader turned workplace culture strategist, shifted his focus to addressing burnout at its root. They explore how meditation has become a vital tool for maintaining work-life balance, especially in today’s demanding professional landscape.
Youth Stress and Chronic Illness
Michael and Jillian dive into the rising stress levels among Mi...2025-05-1924 min
Speaking of MeditationAhmed Hallajian — Reinvention, Restlessness, and the Clarity to Change DirectionAbout Ahmed HallajianAhmed Hallajian is a London-born writer and creative producer currently working in the entertainment industry. After graduating from the London School of Economics, Ahmed began a career in auditing at the National Audit Office, but quickly realized the path wasn’t for him. He pivoted into self-development content on YouTube, then into software engineering, landing a job at Amazon. Yet something still felt misaligned. In 2024, he learned Vedic Meditation — a turning point that helped clarify what truly mattered. Today, Ahmed channels his curiosity and creativity into storytelling, while continuing to explore the evolving nature of s...2025-05-1543 minSpeaking of MeditationEddie Stern — Spirit Over Form: Yoga’s Evolution for a Living TraditionAbout Eddie SternEddie Stern is a yoga teacher, author, researcher, and community activist based in New York City. A long-time student of Pattabhi Jois, Eddie helped bring Ashtanga Yoga to a global audience, but over time shifted his focus toward devotional practice, mantra, breathwork, and the deeper spiritual currents behind yoga. He is the creator of the Breathing App and founder of Manhattan’s first vedically consecrated Ganesh temple. Eddie’s work bridges ancient wisdom with modern science, making inner practices accessible for a new generation. Key Topics CoveredEddie’s early...2025-05-0143 minSpeaking of MeditationJoh Jarvis — Letting Go, Starting Over, and Teaching Meditation in PrisonsJoh Jarvis — Letting Go, Starting Over, and Teaching Meditation in PrisonsGuest BioJoh Jarvis is a former senior executive media producer and journalist with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, where she led current affairs programs and large teams of content makers. After a 23-year career in media, she became a teacher of Vedic Meditation and moved to New York in 2015 to teach full-time. In 2021, she founded The Light Inside, a nonprofit delivering meditation programs to incarcerated people and correctional staff across the U.S. Her work includes programs at Rikers Island, the North Dakota State Pe...2025-04-1050 minSpeaking of MeditationMarie Farenc – Meditation, Vision Loss & Finding Strength in StillnessMarie Farenc: Meditation, Vision Loss & Finding Strength in StillnessGuest BioMarie Farenc is a former film translator and voiceover artist whose life took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with myopic macular degeneration (MMD). Facing vision loss, stress, and anxiety, she turned to meditation in search of relief. What she found was more than just calm—it was a new way of living. Now, Marie shares her journey of resilience through her YouTube channel, I Have MMD, and helps build a support network for others navigating vision loss.Key Topics Co...2025-03-2737 minSpeaking of MeditationSuzanne Duckett — Why Wellness Needs Less Spin and More SubstanceAbout Suzanne DuckettSuzanne Duckett has been shaping the wellness and beauty conversation for nearly three decades. As the former Beauty Director of Cosmopolitan and Editor of the Tatler Spa Guide, she’s been at the forefront of the industry—watching wellness evolve from a niche pursuit to a trillion-dollar business. A regular contributor to The Telegraph and The Times, she’s also the author of Bathe: The Art of Finding Rest, Relaxation, and Rejuvenation in a Busy World. Now, she’s the founder of Onolla.com, an online marketplace and pop-up concept store that curates natural, sustaina...2025-03-1349 minSpeaking of MeditationSophie Dear – How Meditation Helped Me Break the Burnout CycleAbout Sophie DearSophie Dear is a self-worth and relationship coach and a yoga teacher. After working in high-pressure TV production, she experienced severe burnout, insomnia, and anxiety. Seeking balance, she trained as a yoga teacher, but soon realized she was falling into the same patterns of exhaustion. Her journey took her to Bali, where she began a deeper exploration of self-worth, boundaries, and healing. Learning Vedic Meditation in 2019 became a turning point in her transformation. Now, she helps others move beyond burnout and build healthy, fulfilling relationships. We discuss: • Sophie’s early career...2025-02-2745 min
Good FoodMeditation expert Jillian Lavender on how meditation can help with a healthy diet and mindIn this enlightening episode of the Good Food podcast host Samuel Goldsmith sits down with renowned meditation expert and author Jillian Lavender. Dive deep into the world of Vedic meditation and explore how this ancient practice can transform not only your mental well-being but also your relationship with food. Jillian shares her personal experiences, scientific insights, and practical advice on integrating meditation into a busy lifestyle. Discover how meditation can improve digestion, influence better dietary choices, and help you achieve a balanced state of mind and body. Whether you’re a long-time practitioner or new to the concept, this co...2025-01-2858 min
Elena Meets the AuthorWhy Meditate? Learn all about the power of Vedic Meditation with the woman who trained me 15 Years ago - Jillian LavenderIn this episode, Elena is joined by Jillian Lavender, co-founder of the London and New York Meditation Centers, to discuss her book 'Why Meditate? Because it works' and the enduring relevance of meditation. Jillian shares her journey into meditation and becoming a Vedic meditation teacher. She debunks common myths about meditation, emphasizing that it's not about stopping thoughts but embracing practices that offer numerous life benefits. Lavender explains the deep physiological and psychological effects of regular meditation, such as improved brain function, resilience, and emotional balance, and highlights meditation's potential role in health and creativity. The discussion touches on...2024-10-0443 min
Inside Out HealthMICHAEL MILLER How Meditation Changes Your LifeMichael Miller is co-founder of London and New York Meditation Centers, a full-time Vedic Meditation teacher, wellness expert and podcast host. Michael discovered Vedic Meditation working as an executive in the entertainment industry in LA and noticed the benefits right away: more energy, better sleep and greater clarity. Michael brings this experience to his teaching in a down-to-earth way — understanding the challenges people face in their busy lives, and how to balance this with staying well, creative and happier. He’s recognised as a leading expert in his field, teaching thousands across the globe, hosting a popular podcast...2024-09-2750 min
Elements of Ayurveda PodcastVedic Meditation with Jillian Lavender and Michael MillerJillian Lavender and Michael Miller are renowned Vedic Meditation teachers and Co-Founders of the London Meditation Centre and New York Meditation Center. They have been practicing meditation for 30+ years and have taught thousands of people across the globe. Colette chats with Jillian and Michael about the ancient practice of Vedic meditation and they discuss the following: Their individual life journey to discovering meditation. The science behind the ancient practice of Vedic meditation. The process of Vedic meditation training. How meditation can help us on our journey of self-discovery Tips for those who are new to meditation. 2024-09-2649 min
Breakfast Leadership ShowUnlocking Calm and Creativity: Exploring Vedic Meditation and Its Life-Changing Benefits with Michael MillerJillian Lavender and Michael Miller are two of the world's most experienced teachers of Vedic Meditation. Co-founders of London and New York Meditation Centers have taught thousands of people to transform their lives. Their work has taken them to seven continents (including Antarctica) — teaching private clients in group settings and with fashion, tech, and finance companies. Jillian’s first book, Why Meditate? Because It Works. has been featured in The Guardian, The Times, and Vogue. Michael hosts the Speaking of Meditation podcast with guests, including functional medicine pioneer Dr Frank Lipman and Zoe app founder Tim Spector.
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Awakened Conscious ConversationsTransform Your Life with Vedic Meditation: The benefits of meditation and how it can contribute towards your personal developmentSend us a textWhat if dedicating just 20 minutes twice a day could transform your life! Discover the profound benefits of Vedic meditation with Jillian Lavender and Michael Miller, the founders of their meditation schools, based in London and New York. Hear Jillian’s and Michael’s inspiring stories of how meditation helped them. Together, they share their journey from high-pressure corporate careers to teaching life-changing meditation techniques. Unlock the secrets of Vedic meditation, a practice that uses personalised/personalized mantras to provide rest deeper than regular sleep. Understand how this technique not only significantly reduces...2024-09-0443 min