Meditation School Podcast

In this session we explore my favorite definition of meditation, and the two main types of meditation. We close the physical eyes and turn the light on inside, learning to notice the breath, the body, the thoughts, and eventually the awareness itself that is doing the noticing. All the good stuff: Meditation School: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.meditationschool.us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The 7 Energies of the Soul Book: ⁠⁠⁠...

Sit with me for a few minutes as we go over how to begin to accept hard things in life, and shift our energy from the inside out. All the good stuff: Meditation School: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.meditationschool.us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The 7 Energies of the Soul Book: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3mAByGN

Have you ever felt hijacked by your own emotions, triggered out of nowhere, suddenly losing your calm, your kindness, your clarity? In this video, we explore how to recognize the pain body, how to bring presence to it without judgment, and why that simple shift, from resistance to awareness, is often all it takes to start releasing it. All the good stuff: Meditation School: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.medita...

Ever sit down to meditate on a question and… nothing happens? In this video, I’ll guide you step-by-step through how to bring a question into meditation without forcing an answer. We’ll move layer by layer, calming the mind, listening beneath the thoughts, and shifting your energy so the right insight can surface naturally. All the good stuff: Enroll for the 2026 Meditation Teacher Training Certif...

One of the first things I love to do in the morning is ground myself in meditation. Let me show you how I do it. All the good stuff: Enroll for the 2026 Meditation Teacher Training Certification Program: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/49vIMCp⁠⁠⁠ Meditation School: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.meditationschool.us⁠⁠⁠ The 7 Energies of the Soul Book: ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3mAByGN

What do you do when there’s one thing in your life that just won’t change, no matter how much you think about it or try to fix it? In this guided meditation, I invite you to stop pushing against the problem and instead shift your own energy first. All the good stuff: Enroll for the 2026 Meditation Teacher Training Certification Program: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/49vIMCp⁠⁠ Meditation School: ⁠⁠https://www.m...

When something in life ends, it can be surprisingly hard to let go. In this guided meditation, we explore why endings affect us so deeply and how to meet them with awareness instead of resistance. Together, we gently notice where the body is holding on, allow the emotions to move, gain clarity, and begin to accept the reality of change. Endings don’t mean something went wrong. They’re part of bein...

What does it really mean to bring your authentic self into teaching meditation? 🌸 In this heartfelt conversation, David Gandelman and Jamie Wozny dive into the art of guiding others, from teaching at studios and corporations like NBC, Hulu, and PlayStation, to leading retreats, courses, and Insight Timer lives. Jamie shares her 15-year journey of embracing authenticity, overcoming fear, and findi...

Anxiety isn’t just “in your head.” It often shows up when the mind drifts away from the body, or when old pain and unprocessed emotions start to surface. In this video, we explore why anxiety arises and move through a gentle practice to help you reconnect, slow down, and meet the energy with presence instead of resistance.  All the good stuff: Enroll for the 2026 Meditation Teacher Training Certif...

What does it really take to walk the path of becoming a meditation teacher today? I sat down with Lou Redmond to explore the evolving landscape of teaching meditation, from in-person classes to the online world, building trust with students, and embracing authenticity as the foundation of teaching. We dive into: ✨ Lou’s journey from starting with in-person classes to becoming a global meditation...

What happens when a punk rocker becomes a meditation teacher? 🎸🧘 I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jessica Amos to explore the real journey of teaching meditation. From overcoming anxiety and resistance to becoming a full-time guide, coach, and course creator. We talk about: ✨ Jessica’s unexpected path from punk rock garage band to meditation teacher ✨ How meditation helped her heal chro...

What does it really take to become a meditation teacher? 🌿 In this inspiring conversation, David Gandelman and Michael Galyon dive deep into the real journey of teaching meditation — from starting with zero students to reaching millions online. You’ll discover: ✨ How Michael went from preschool teacher to global meditation guide ✨ The fear of being seen and how to overcome it as a teacher ✨ Wh...

In this talk recorded live talk, we explore the power of laughter combined with the art of letting go through meditation. All the good stuff: Enroll for the 2026 Meditation Teacher Training Certification Program: https://bit.ly/49vIMCp Meditation School: https://www.meditationschool.us The 7 Energies of the Soul Book: https://amzn.to/3mAByGN

In this talk, I discuss how to open to Synchronicity and miracles by opening your heart and aligning your energy with life. Part of that journey is through mediation, and part of it is just being in the moment and connect to Life. All the good stuff: Enroll for the 2026 Meditation Teacher Training Certification Program: https://bit.ly/49vIMCp Meditation School: https://www.meditationschool.us The...

In this talk recorded live talk, we explore the power of laughter combined with the art of letting go through meditation. All the good stuff: Enroll for the 2026 Meditation Teacher Training Certification Program: https://bit.ly/49vIMCp Meditation School: https://www.meditationschool.us The 7 Energies of the Soul Book: https://amzn.to/3mAByGN

In this episode, we explore the essence of mindfulness and the pitfalls of constantly striving for self-optimization. This meditation emphasizes the importance of being present and experiencing reality as it unfolds, rather than using meditation as a tool to achieve future goals or states of enlightenment. We discuss how living through anticipation or memory can detract from the richness of the pr...

Welcome to Day 5 of our breakthrough program! In this session, we'll tackle the energy of stuckness and learn a powerful tool to help us release it. We'll explore how our attempts to fix, heal, or understand can sometimes freeze us in place. Through meditation, we'll gently shift our focus and let go of the energy that's been holding us back. All the good stuff: Enroll for the 2026...

Welcome to Day 4 of our breakthrough program! We'll explore our relationship with mistakes and regrets in relation to our chosen topic. With humor and gentle guidance, we'll confront any feelings of "I messed up" and allow ourselves to acknowledge and process these emotions. Through meditation, we'll shift our energy, moving towards acceptance and self-forgiveness. All the go...

Welcome to Day 3 of our breakthrough program! We have a special session with Desi, who will guide us through a hypno journey focused on self-worth and self-love. Desi will lead us in connecting with our subconscious, using imagery to uncover and embrace our inner wisdom. All the good stuff: Enroll for the 2026 Meditation Teacher Training Certification Program: https://bit.ly/49vIMCp Meditation Sch...

Welcome to Day 2 of our breakthrough program. In this session, we'll explore how our chosen topic impacts our self-worth and self-love. Through meditation, we'll assess how this energy affects us and begin to unravel its layers. With humor and gentle guidance, we will face our inner beliefs and learn to accept ourselves as we are. All the good stuff: Enroll for the 2026 Meditation Teacher...

Welcome to our month-long breakthrough program, where we'll meditate together five days a week. This unique journey is a meditation science experiment on your consciousness. We'll start each session with laughter, shaking off the weekend, and diving into the essence of breakthroughs. Together, we'll explore our energy, face our tendencies to distract, avoid, or override, and commit to...

In this episode, David and Bindi talked about the the essentials of creating and growing a mindful business. They shared the tools and strategies necessary for entrepreneurs in the wellness and spiritual spaces to effectively manage their businesses and impact lives. Learn from their experiences on how to utilize digital tools and virtual teams to streamline operations so you can focus on what you...

In this session, Janelle O'Brien and David Gandelman discuss the art of mastering your finances with ease and mindfulness. Learn about strategies for financial literacy, the importance of mindful spending, and the secret to living abundantly within your means. Hyacinth Wealth: https://hyacinthwealth.com/ Getting Things Done: https://a.co/d/gHYpG5l Interview with Gary and Tim: https://youtu.be/...

Join David in for this short talk and meditation to process all the deep and difficult emotions around the war in the Middle East, and bring healing to the region. 🎧 Prefer audiobooks? Listen to David reading it to you: https://amzn.to/3Pa2vyp All the good stuff: Enroll for the 2026 Meditation Teacher Training Certification Program: https://bit.ly/49vIMCp Meditation School: https://www.meditation...

We've arrived at the pinnacle - the Master energy!🧘‍♂️ Every one of us possesses an internal guide, teacher, or leader. It's about recognizing and nourishing it. But mastery isn't about superiority or claiming to "know it all." True masters cultivate wisdom through life experiences, teachings, and deep introspection. Take time to meditate, delve deep, and uncover your unique...