Meet Michael
In 2014, Michael learned Vedic Meditation in Santa Monica, successfully integrating a twice-daily practice into his 50+ hour workweek. While immediately experiencing numerous benefits from the practice with minimal effort, Michael began a 2-year prerequisite of Vedic Studies.
In 2018, after completing his studies, he was accepted into the Initiator Training program held in the foothills of the Himalayas, where he trained personally under Thom Knoles.
Michael teaches Vedic Meditation because he believes establishing a daily practice to experience deep rest and eliminate stress is essential for everyone to become the best version of themselves.
Michael continues to study under Maharishi Vyasananda Saraswati (Thom Knoles), the pre-eminent authority of Vedic knowledge. His studies culminated in a 12-week immersion program with Thom in India, where he was inducted into the Shankaracharya tradition by Shri Shri 1008 Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Swami Kailashanand Giri, Supreme Authority of the Vedic Tradition.
“You deserve the best. Never feel unworthy or not justified in having the best. I tell you, this is your heritage; but, you have to accept it. You have to expect it; you have to claim it. To do so is not demanding too much."
–Swami Brahmananda Saraswati
Vedic Meditation
Vedic Meditation is a simple, effortless mental technique rooted in the ancient Vedic tradition – a 5,000-year-old body of wisdom that gave rise to yoga and Ayurvedic medicine. Unlike demanding practices that require intense focus, flexibility, or extended time commitments, Vedic Meditation is designed for modern, busy lifestyles.
The practice involves sitting comfortably, closing your eyes, and silently repeating a personalized mantra. This gentle process allows the mind to settle into a state of profound yet fully-conscious rest, far deeper than sleep. As a result, practitioners experience a wide range of benefits, including improved intelligence, creativity, learning ability, and overall well-being.
The key advantage of Vedic Meditation is its effortlessness. There is no need for concentration or strict postures – if you can think a thought, you can meditate successfully. This straightforward approach makes it accessible to anyone, regardless of experience or flexibility.
By incorporating this ancient technique into your daily routine, you can unlock a profound sense of restfulness and rejuvenation, enhancing your physical, mental, and emotional well-being in a natural, sustainable way.
The Benefits
Improves:
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Mental clarity and memory
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Adaptation energy
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Inner contentment
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Promotes reversal of aging
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Happiness and fulfillment
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Creativity and intellegence
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Deeper nights rest
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Personal relationships
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Peace and joy in the meditator and collective
Reduces:
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Stress and Anxiety
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Flight-or-Flight response
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High blood pressure
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Cholesterol
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Plasma cortisol levels
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87% less hospitalizations for heart disease and 57% less for tumors
Testimonials
"My outlook on life and my well being has greatly improved. In my day to day life my stress level has lessened immensely and with less stress I’m more organized. Michael is always available to answer my questions I may have and explain them to me in a way I can easily understand. I look forward to my daily meditations because its “my time” and that’s my priority before I start the day.
I don't know why I waited so long …."
Diane - Legal Executive Assistant
"We have an infinite number of reasons to be happy,
and a serious responsibility not be serious."
-Maharishi Mahesh Yogi
How to Learn
1. Attend a free
Introductory talk
Join Michael for an engaging discussion on the effortless practice of Vedic Meditation and its numerous advantages. Michael will provide comprehensive insights, addressing your questions about Vedic Meditation and guiding you through the process of enrolling in the course.
2. Attend the
4-Day course
This course will span four consecutive days with in-person sessions. The first session lasts one hour, while the three follow-up sessions will be 90 minutes each. Every session will include verification of correct effortless practice, followed by a group meditation.
3. Experience a
lifetime of follow-up
Once you've mastered the practice, you're welcome to revisit the final three days of the course free of charge, numerous times if desired, to refine your technique alongside Michael or another instructor of Vedic Meditation as taught by Thom Knoles.
