The Vedic Conversation

Soaring to greater consciousness – with Tim Angel CBE

Sat, 18 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk to Tim Angel CBE, a meditator and chairman of Angels Costumes, suppliers of costumes to the film, theatre and television industries.

Founded in 1840, they have supplied costumes to 37 movies that went on to win the Oscar for Best Costume Design including Star Wars, Titanic, Lawrence Of Arabia, The Great Gatsby, The Aviator, Memoirs of a Geisha and Marie Antoinette.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: http://theramsgates.com

A Global Shift towards unity – with George Peterson asking the questions

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode, the tables are turned and the hosts become the interviewees.

The episode is taken from the an appearance Rory, Derrick and Anthony made on the Global Shift podcast with George S Peterson.

https://www.georgespeterson.com/globalshiftpodcast

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: http://theramsgates.com

Inspiring the world to meditate – with Jonni Pollard

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk with 1GiantMind founder and Vedic Meditation teacher Jonni Pollard about this journey to spirituality and how he views the relationship with 1GM and Vedic Meditation.

http://www.jonnipollard.com
https://www.1giantmind.com

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: http://theramsgates.com

Why “getting back to normal” is a horrible thought – with Tim Brown

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 21:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we are joined by Rory’s teacher Tim Brown, Australia’s longest standing teacher of Vedic Meditation.

https://timbrownmeditation.com

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com

Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co

Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: http://theramsgates.com

Breathing life into communities – with Michael James Wong

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 19:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we are joined by international yoga teacher, author and mass meditation event organiser Michael James Wong.

https://www.michaeljameswong.com

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com

Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co

Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: http://theramsgates.com

The sovereignty and dominion of the feminine divine – with Kristen Vandivier & Isabel Keoseyan

Sat, 14 Aug 2021 16:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we’re joined by Vedic Meditation teachers and friends Kristen Vandivier and Isabel Keoseyan.

Kristen and Issy talk about their many projects including Meditation Without Borders, a not-for-profit that brings meditation to those in need.

Dedicated to Artemis Vandivier July 11 2021.

Visit Kristen’s website and fund set up for people who have lost a baby to miscarriage, stillbirth and infant loss: https://www.theartemisgarden.com

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Kristen Vandivier (Sausalito): https://www.thevedicmethod.com
Isabel Keoseyan (Mexico City): https://www.isabelkeoseyan.com
Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: http://theramsgates.com

Supersizing quiet: From burger club communities to Oprah’s arena tours – with Jesse Israel

Sat, 07 Aug 2021 18:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we’re joined by Big Quiet founder and former music executive Jesse Israel.

Jesse shares his approach to community building and how he ended up sharing the stage with Oprah Winfrey.

Find out more about Jesse: https://www.jesseisrael.com

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com

Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co

Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: http://theramsgates.com

The natural unfolding of charm – with Michelle Cretella Bailey

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk to Michelle Cretella Bailey, a dance teacher and recent student of Vedic Meditation.

We listen to Michelle’s experience of meditation and raising a daughter with her wife Ellen.

For more on Michelle, find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teambailey2012/

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com

Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co

Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: http://theramsgates.com

Aiming for the stars: Vedic astrology and universal approaches to meditation – with Théo Burkhardt

Sat, 24 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk with Théo Burkhardt about Vedic Meditation and his interest in jyotish, Vedic astrology.

Find more on Theo:

http://theoburkhardt.com
https://www.instagram.com/btheo
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/slouching-towards-enlightenment/id1542086830

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: http://theramsgates.com

Meditation for recovery from addiction – with George Peterson

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 19:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk with George Peterson, a meditation teacher and recovering heroin addict about the part that meditation played in his recovery.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com
George Peterson: https://www.georgespeterson.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: http://theramsgates.com

What is spirituality?

Sun, 16 May 2021 17:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode, which is the last one of season 3, we’re revisiting one of the most interesting parts of the discussion from a couple of weeks ago. This week we’re delving into the question: What is spirituality?

What does the word mean? Do we consider what we do as spiritual? How do spirituality and religion relate?

So sit back and enjoy the discussion.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Meditation to the rescue: Having a practice can make you the hero of your story – with James Brown

Mon, 10 May 2021 19:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we're joined by James Brown (not that James Brown!) to talk about his journey with meditation and about his experience of adopting two black children.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

James Brown (San Francisco): https://www.vedicpathmeditation.com
Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

What meditation teachers preach but don’t practise & other important questions

Sun, 02 May 2021 12:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk ask each other some pressing questions:

* What have we missed the most since COVID started?
* Are sexuality and spirituality incompatible?
* What are some things that meditation teachers preach but don’t practise?

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Following charm to the other side of the country – with Kelli Douglas

Sat, 24 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we chat with Vedic Meditation teacher Kelli Douglas about her experience as a single mom and moving across the country to California during the pandemic.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Kelli Douglas (San Diego): https://themeditationclass.com
Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Wildest meditation experiences; the need of the time and other important questions

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 13:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we open the floor and ask each other a series of questions:

What’s the need of the time and how are you answering it?
What are your wildest meditation experiences?
What was something which you didn’t like at the time but turned out to be the best thing that could have happened?

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com

Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co

Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Meditating through chronic pain: A journey of hope – with Jameisha Prescod

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 08:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we’re joined by Jameisha Prescod to talk about how meditation can help navigate chronic pain.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com

Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co

Physician turned activist: A clinical path to consciousness – with Jill Wener

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we are joined by doctor, author and meditation teacher Jill Wener.

https://www.jillwener.com/

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com
Jill Wener (Atlanta): https://www.jillwener.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Is Vedic Meditation a cult? And other important questions

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 21:00:00 +1100

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode, we’re mixing things up a bit and are asking each other some burning questions that have been on our minds.

So sit back and enjoy listening as Derrick asks Anthony what he considers his greatest life achievement, then see how I struggle to answer when Anthony asks me about my creative role models and I quiz Derrick about his biggest doubts about meditation. This was a particularly interesting part of the conversation and led into a fascinating discussion about cults and whether Vedic Meditation is a cult.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

A conscious life bears fruit – with Jillian Lavender

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 19:00:00 +1100

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk with Jillian Lavender, the founder of the London Meditation Centre and one of the most experienced Vedic Meditation teachers worldwide.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Jillian Lavender (London): https://www.londonmeditationcentre.com
Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Coming out of the spiritual closet – with Jenny Blake

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +1100

Welcome to Season 3 of The Vedic Conversation! As always, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode, we talk about coming out of the spiritual closet with Jenny Blake, the founder of The Pivot Method, a change strategy company that helps growth-oriented individuals and forward-thinking organizations map what's next.

http://www.pivotmethod.com/

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

The mistaken intellect: perfecting the process – with Jeff Kober

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 14:00:00 +1100

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we're joined by master teacher, actor and photographer Jeff Kober to talk about his road to meditation and how it has benefitted him.

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Jeff Kober (Los Angeles): https://jeff-kober.com
Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Overcoming suffering for a happier life

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 19:00:00 +1100

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk about Suffering and how when we can separate physical pain and discomfort from psychological suffering, we are able to live happier lives.

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

A life of conscious adventure: An interview with Tim Mitchell

Sat, 28 Nov 2020 12:00:00 +1100

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we’re joined by leading Vedic Meditation teacher and Ayurveda expert Tim Mitchell.

Tim talks about the fundamentals of Ayurveda, a spiritual life full of experience and how to get a free meal in Prague!

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

This episode is dedicated to the memory of Will Dalton.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Tim Mitchell in Melbourne: http://www.vedicmeditation.eu/en/
Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

How to have fulfilling relationships

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 14:00:00 +1100

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk about Relationships and how when we find fulfilment on the inside we're able to share it with others rather than looking for relationships to fulfil us.

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Resilience: How meditation helps us reinvent ourselves to meet life’s challenges

Sat, 14 Nov 2020 08:00:00 +1100

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk about Resilience and how meditation can help us reinvent ourselves as the world changes around us.

This week, we're joined by Rhee Gold, a pioneer in the field of dance who has led a movement that continues to improve the face of dance education.

Find out more about Rhee here: https://rheegold.com/

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Limiting beliefs: How we acquire them and how we overcome them

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 12:00:00 +1100

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk about limiting beliefs – where we pick them up from and how we can overcome them.

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

The obstacle is the gateway: An interview with Light Watkins

Sat, 31 Oct 2020 22:00:00 +1100

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we are joined by Vedic Meditation teacher, author and podcast host Light Watkins to talk about a wide range of topics, including his viral breakthrough with videos about the Black Lives Matter protests this year.

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Emerging from under the influence of alcohol

Sat, 24 Oct 2020 08:00:00 +1100

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk about alcohol and meditation with special guest Claire Robbie.

Claire is a yoga and meditation teacher from Auckland and the founder of No Beer Who Cares, a community dedicated to shifting attitudes around how and why we drink, and showing people that you can have a good time without alcohol.

She is a former TV news reporter, who lived and taught yoga in LA for many years. She has studied Vedic Meditation and now teaches Awareness Insight Meditation as well as coaching people one on one in how to reset their relationship with alcohol.

Find out more about Claire here: https://www.clairerobbie.co/

Check out Rory's online meditation course to help quit alcohol here: https://we-meditate.co/

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

How meditation helps solve the social dilemma

Sat, 17 Oct 2020 08:00:00 +1100

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk about the influence of social media in the wake of the Netflix documentary The Social Dilemma.

We're joined by Digital Wellbeing Consultant and ex-Facebooker Giancarlo Pitocco for a fascinating discussion of how meditation can help us reclaim power of where our attention goes.

For more on Giancarlo, please visit his website: https://www.purposeful.nyc/

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Putting ego in its place

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +1100

Welcome back to season 2 of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk about Ego and it has both its positive and negative sides.

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Acceptance: Finding freedom through acceptance | Episode 10

Sat, 22 Aug 2020 15:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode, we talk about Acceptance and how when we're pragmatic and realistic about our situation, we're in the best position to move forward.

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: https://www.theramsgates.com/home

Charm: Tuning in to your internal compass | Episode 9

Sat, 15 Aug 2020 08:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode, we talk about Charm and how when we de-excite ourselves through meditation we can tune into our internal compass or GPS.

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: https://www.theramsgates.com/home

Adaptability: Staying relevant in an ever-changing world | Episode 8

Sat, 08 Aug 2020 08:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk about Adaptability and how when we stay adaptable, we're able to stay relevant.

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: https://www.theramsgates.com/home

Growth: Navigating our personal evolution | Episode 7

Sat, 01 Aug 2020 08:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode, we talk about Growth and how with greater awareness we can better navigate our personal evolution.

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: https://www.theramsgates.com/home

Creativity: Finding your creative source | Episode 6

Sat, 25 Jul 2020 08:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode, we talk about Creativity and how to dive deep and find your creative source inside.

Stick around to the end for the takeaway – practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Please rate and review us if you enjoy the show!

Music by The Ramsgates: https://www.theramsgates.com/home

Surrender: Finding strength in letting go | Episode 5

Sat, 18 Jul 2020 18:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk about Surrender and how when we let go, we can paradoxically find strength.

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0C931YoZDkHdOttXmTvSDd

Perception: Recognising and clearing our perceptual filters | Episode 4

Sat, 11 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode we talk about Perception and how when we clean our perceptual filters, we can get a better view of what’s really happening in our worlds.

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, some practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York)

Anthony Thompson (London)

Rory Kinsella (Sydney)

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates

Fear: Overcoming what holds us back | Episode 3

Sat, 04 Jul 2020 08:00:00 +1000

Welcome to this week's episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In this episode, we talk about fear and how meditation can help us overcome the things that hold us back.

Stick around to the end for the takeaway, practical advice you can integrate into your life.

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with the teachers below if they're in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or ask about teachers in your area, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: https://www.theramsgates.com

Attachment: How changing our expectations changes the outcome | Episode 2

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 3 of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In today’s episode, recorded in late May, we talk about attachment and how changing our expectations changes the outcome.

You can watch a video of this episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChCy2DhB7AttAKzunyU_8vw

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with one of us below if we’re in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or find a teacher near you, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: https://www.theramsgates.com

Silence: Harnessing the power of stillness | Episode 1

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +1000

Welcome to the first full episode of The Vedic Conversation, hosted by Vedic Meditation teachers Rory Kinsella, Derrick Yanford and Anthony Thompson.

In today’s episode, recorded during the height of the lockdown, we talk about how to harness the power of stillness through silence.

You can watch a video of this episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChCy2DhB7AttAKzunyU_8vw

If you're interested in learning more about Vedic Meditation, get in touch with one of us below if we’re in your area.

Derrick Yanford (New York): https://www.yourbestselfmeditation.com
Anthony Thompson (London): https://www.mindmojo.co
Rory Kinsella (Sydney): https://www.rorykinsellameditation.com

To share stories, suggest topics or find a teacher near you, drop us a line through our website: http://thevedicconversation.com

Music by The Ramsgates: https://www.theramsgates.com

Introduction to The Vedic Conversation | Episode 0

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +1000

In this introductory episode, hosts Derrick Yanford, Rory Kinsella and Anthony Thompson talk about their reasons for creating The Vedic Conversation and what they love about being teachers of Vedic Meditation.