Finally, An Effortless & Enjoyable Approach To Daily Meditation That Actually Does What Meditation Is Supposed To Do
“Light Watkins’s approach to meditation is both simple and profound.”
In our fast-paced information age, where the stress is high and the aspirations even higher, cultivating a daily meditation practice is more relevant than ever. And for those of us who have busy lives and racing minds, there's one approach to meditation that stands alone among the rest: that's Vedic meditation.
Not all meditation techniques are equal.
Surely, you’ve tried to adopt a meditation practice or two that didn't quite stick. Or you tried a variety of techniques that left you wondering, "Wait, am I doing this right?" and "Maybe I'm just not good at meditating."
Despite what some “experts” say, meditation isn’t supposed to feel difficult.
If the meditation feels difficult, it’s likely your approach to meditation and not the meditation itself.Don’t worry, you’re not the only one.
The good news is, when Light teaches you how to meditate in concert with your busy mind, the practice will immediately go from feeling difficult to being one of the most effortless and enjoyable meditation experiences you’ve ever had.
Once this happens, you never again have to "try" to meditate or use discipline to maintain a consistent practice.
There will be no more battling with your "monkey mind," sitting like a contortionist, or feeling like you're just staring at the back of your eyelids while mulling over your shopping list.
Your meditation practice will start to work for you, instead of you trying hard to make meditation work.
Why All Meditation Techniques Are Not Created Equal & How To Know You’re Reaping The True Benefits
There are a lot of misconceptions about what a successful meditation practice looks and feels like.
Am I supposed to have thoughts?
Am I not supposed to have thoughts?
What kind of thoughts can I have?
What if I can't "turn off" my monkey mind?
If you've ever had a frustrating experience "trying to meditate" - it's probably because you were following general advice of what you're supposed to do and what you're supposed to avoid while meditating.
Ironically, this is precisely why so many people struggle with maintaining a consistent practice.
What they don’t realize is that it’s their approach that makes their meditation experience a hundred times harder and more tedious.
Things like guided meditation, open-eyes meditation, meditation apps, meditative activities like walking, painting, writing... These are all great ways to slow down.
But, if you're looking for a much deeper experience with more tangible and immediate benefits, you want to meditate in a way that naturally triggers what’s known as “the Relaxation Response.”
The Relaxation Response is associated with a specific approach to meditation that deeply rests your nervous system.
When initiated, your brainwave activity slows down, and in a matter of moments, your nervous system enters restorative mode - resetting your body and mind on a cellular level with little involvement or effort from you.
And while meditative activities like running and crocheting can help you get into the moment, the science says that in order to effectively trigger the Relaxation Response, you must engage in a seated-eyes-closed meditation practice.
It's through this approach to meditation that you can activate all of the tangible benefits that meditation has to offer.
Benefits such as less stress, less anxiety, more happiness, a stronger intuition and, of course, better sleep.
And the best part? They can be felt almost immediately.
Tangible Benefits of Meditation
(when you trigger the Relaxation Response)
Surge of clean energy and boost in mental performance.
A consistent meditation practice gives you what Light calls “clean” energy - increased energy without the jitters or the afternoon crash that comes with stimulants like coffee and energy drinks. The main side effects of clean energy are, you feel happy “for no apparent reason” along with a heightened level of performance throughout the day.
Improvement in quality of sleep.
People who’ve had trouble sleeping will often see improvements within days of starting their Vedic Meditation practice. Even those who've struggled with insomnia for years, or who've relied on sleep medications, begin sleeping soundly and waking up refreshed once they learn and practice Vedic Meditation with Light.
Release of deep-rooted stressors.
Most doctors now agree that stress is the leading cause of the most prevalent mental and physical diseases we suffer from as a society. And that meditation should be the first step in any serious healing process. because the Relaxation Response works to rehabilitate the cellular damage caused by stress, protecting you from long-term wear and tear that, if left unchecked, can further degrade your health.
Improvement in your memory.
Meditation to the brain is what exercise is to your muscle. It improves your neurological functions, including your memory and creativity. Just like you'd grow stronger muscles by exercising, you develop greater brain power through a consistent meditation practice.
Improvement in quality of sleep.
People who’ve had trouble sleeping will often see improvements within days of starting their Vedic Meditation practice. Even those who've struggled with insomnia for years, or who've relied on sleep medications, begin sleeping soundly and waking up refreshed once they learn and practice Vedic Meditation with Light.
Release of deep-rooted stressors.
Most doctors now agree that stress is the leading cause of the most prevalent mental and physical diseases we suffer from as a society. And that meditation should be the first step in any serious healing process. because the Relaxation Response works to rehabilitate the cellular damage caused by stress, protecting you from long-term wear and tear that, if left unchecked, can further degrade your health.
Improvement in your memory.
Meditation to the brain is what exercise is to your muscle. It improves your neurological functions, including your memory and creativity. Just like you'd grow stronger muscles by exercising, you develop greater brain power through a consistent meditation practice.
Slowing down of biological aging.
Studies have shown that eliciting the Relaxation Response on a daily basis can reverse your biological age up to 7 years within the first 5 years of meditating.
What Makes Vedic Meditation Different
Vedic Meditation is a refreshingly easy and effortless approach to a practice that has a reputation for feeling challenging. When you learn Vedic Meditation with Light, you will receive a personalized mantra to help initiate the deeply-restful Relaxation Response in your very first meditation. From then on, Light will show you how to refine your approach so that it feels even easier the more you do it.
In Vedic Meditation, you’ll never be required to stop thinking, notice your thoughts or sensations, or let go of your thoughts and emotions.
This will all happen effortlessly as you lose yourself in the experience.
Unlike other styles , this practice is not about control, which is what has been quietly making your meditations difficult. You’ll find the Vedic Meditation practice extremely liberating because it fits your lifestyle and the natural tendencies of your mind.
Overall, the technique is designed to become a daily practice that you crave instead of dread, making it surprisingly effortless to maintain.
The Real Way To Define Success In Meditation
By now, you’ve seen that not all meditation techniques are created equal.
However, there ARE best practices that will make meditation easier and more effortless than anything you’ve tried before.
And that’s how we define success when it comes to meditation - when you’re able to reap the full benefits, and your practice feels effortless to maintain because it’s so easy and enjoyable.
The moment you learn how to make meditation feel enjoyable, you will actually start looking forward to sitting down to meditate and you'll be on the road to lasting success in your practice.
Meet Light Watkins
I didn’t grow up a yogi. Like many people I teach, I too struggled for years to meditate. I searched and searched for a technique that felt like home, until I finally met my teacher and learned Vedic Meditation.
So I can relate to your search. I still remember what it felt like to labor through every meditation, wanting to throw in the towel at the end of each one.
I've now been practicing and teaching Vedic Meditation for nearly 20 years, and my meditation practice has become my most valuable asset and my most cherished activity of the day.
It completely transformed my relationship with meditation. And I've made it my mission to teach as many people as possible this simple but profound tool to achieving liberation in meditation and happiness within.
Through the years, I've had the pleasure of teaching Vedic Meditation to thousands of people all over the world, including Oscar winners, musicians, famous comedians, and even royalty.
But my real passion is teaching regular folks. And today, you'll find me traveling around the world - leading trainings, workshops, and retreats that are open to anyone who wants to learn how to use meditation to live mindfully and operate at their full potential.
“Meditation became the quietude that rocked my world.”
The 4-Day Vedic Meditation Course with Light
Here’s How It Works
The course takes place over 4 days. Each daily session is 2-hours and consists of personal instruction, practice, and Q&A.
Light caps each training at 12 attendees to preserve the intimate experience and personal attention.
You can register (recommended) to reserve your spot now.
If you have questions, Light offers a complimentary Intro to Meditation session the day before the training.
Every aspect of the training is intended to leave you informed and inspired.
When you register online, Light offers Early Bird discounts as well as additional travel discounts if you’re coming from out of town.
To reserve your spot on the course, click “Register For The Next Vedic Meditation Training” and find the next date and time that’s available in your city.
*If no spots are available, you may join the waitlist and be the first one to know when Light is coming back to your city to teach.
Day 1 - Receive Your Personalized Mantra
On the first day of the course, you will witness an ancient Indian ceremony and receive a personalized mantra from Light. You’ll learn how to properly use your mantra in meditation, and you'll be given your first home-practice assignment.
Day 3 - Biochemistry of Meditation & Tracking Progress
You’ll learn the biochemistry of meditation and how the practice affects the body and the mind. Learn how meditation relieves stress and practical ways for tracking progress on a daily basis. As always, there will be an extensive Q&A and another home-practice assignment.
Day 2 - Techniques to Optimize Your Daily Practice
You’ll have a deep dive into the mechanics of meditating, learning the best practices, tactics, and strategies for optimizing your experiences. You'll also learn practical markers for success in meditation, followed by a Q&A and your next home-practice assignment.
Day 4 - Integrating a Consistent Practice & Long-term Effects
On the final day of your course, you’ll learn about the 5 states of consciousness and practical considerations for incorporating meditation seamlessly into daily life. Light will offer refinements and ensure you have all the tools you need to maintain a consistent and enjoyable practice for years to come.
*Once you’ve graduated from the course, you will have an open invitation to return and repeat the training for free as a refresher.
Free Lifetime Access
Attend Any Future Vedic Meditation Course with Light
All Vedic Meditation graduates will have lifetime access to any future Vedic Meditation Course with Light or any of the other Vedic Meditation teachers.. Whether it’s in your city, or somewhere else around the world, you’re welcome to repeat the course anytime.
Access to a Global Community of Vedic Meditators
All Vedic Meditation graduates get open access to a global community of meditators in a private Facebook group. Connect with other meditators near you, and attend events in your city or whenever you travel to most major English-speaking countries.
About The Investment
Light’s story of learning with his teacher
In February 2003, I paid a guy $400 to show me how to meditate properly (which was all the money in the world to me at the time).
This was after several years of struggling to meditate and feeling like I couldn’t overcome my monkey mind and all the other excuses I now hear other people use (“I don’t have time,” “It doesn’t work for me,” “I tried but I’m too fidgety,” etc).
After making an exchange to study with my teacher, I received a level of instruction and support that instantly made my meditation experiences easier and more enjoyable than I ever imagined. I was also invested enough into my own experience to show up fully and practice as instructed. I finally felt like I was optimizing the time I spent meditating instead of wasting it by using shoddy guesswork.
If you’ve never worked with an expert who has an in-depth understanding of the mechanics of meditation, and you don’t have a structured practice, it’s almost guaranteed that you are working harder than necessary to meditate and that you likely are not optimizing your experiences—which is the meditation equivalent of driving with your emergency break on.”
The Benefits of Studying With Light - (A Comparison Chart)
What Light’s Students Are Saying
“Light's approach is different from other meditation tactics I've learned via apps like Headspace or 10% Happier. He teaches a highly approachable and insightful way to understand meditation. This makes it far less stressful and effortful than what I was used to.”
- Hemal P. Westlake Village, CA
“I'm not a tree hugger, I'm in marketing. So when I invest my time and money in something it has to bring me value. That said, I was overjoyed to find Light Watkins as a meditation instructor. He is an expert at not only teaching the basics of this practice, but in bringing it home and making it all makes sense.”
- Dan G. Los Angeles, CA
“Silly me thinking I can read a book and learn to meditate. Though I am only a couple of weeks in, I already see myself being less stressed and sleeping so much better. The best part about having Light as your teacher is, every few days he makes sure to get in touch to see how you are doing. He gives you great tips and encourages you to keep up the practice.”
- Danielle W. Chicago, IL
“Light was an excellent meditation teacher. I began sleeping better after the first day of instruction with Light. I decided to try mediation (albeit skeptically) because of high stress and lack of sleep. It has 100% helped me and meditation has become critical to my day. It's up there with eating and breathing. I would recommend Light’s course to anyone and everyone!”
- Nikki B. Los Angeles, CA
“I took Light Watkins' 'Intro to Meditation' in a desperate attempt to reunite with an old friend, sleep. It was torture to feel physically exhausted every night but not be able to slip into unconsciousness. Fast forward to my meditations after the training. They were amazing. I can't put it into words. It's something you have to experience for yourself. But once my training was over, I was asleep by 11pm and awake by 7:30am. It's truly changed my life and I guarantee it can change yours.”
- Amber B. Inglewood, CA
“I am so grateful for having attended the meditation training with Light Watkins a year ago. I feel happier, more alive, less angry, less stressed, and more able to laugh easily. The follow up support emails always seemed to come just at the right time, and the refresher course is a great way to revisit the instruction after practicing for a while. Best thing I've ever done for myself.”
- Ro S. Brooklyn, NY