An hour-long session.
What we teach. Why it works.
(You won’t be bored.)
Meditation
for Modern Life
Have you been fascinated by meditation but don’t think you can do it?
Maybe you’ve tried meditating but couldn’t stop your thoughts?
Download that app and never use it?
Do you want to feel better?
You’ve come to the right place.
About Us
We’re Michael Miller and Jillian Lavender, founders of New York Meditation Center. We’ll teach you Vedic Meditation in a way that fits with your busy life.
We’re experienced (we’ve taught thousands of people and have been meditating for decades). We’re all about practical (you’re not going to get lots of ooby-gooby). And we’re normal (we’re parents and we’ve worked real jobs.)
How to Learn
Step 1
Come to a Free
Introductory Talk
Step 2
join a basic
meditation course
Four in-person sessions over 4 days.
You’re meditating the very first day.
Changes happen right away.
Corporate Programs
We lead seminars on wellbeing, creativity and stress.
We also teach meditation courses for teams and private courses for executives.
GET INSPIRED
Michael’s podcast:
Speaking of Meditation
Real-life stories from people who meditate.
Why they do it, and how it’s changed
their lives.
Jillian’s book: Why Meditate? Because it works
A modern, accessible and trustworthy explanation of what meditation is, and most importantly, what it will do for you.
IN THE PRESS
We’re really pleased to have been recognised by the national and international press.
Here are just a few places we’ve been featured:
Here are just a few places we’ve been featured:
More productive and less anxious
“Overall, I am more productive in both my home and work life. I feel more in control rather than constantly worried.”
—Peter, President of Global Sales
Stress levels down
“I feel noticeably calmer and have more focus. I’ve told all my friends about meditation and will continue to do so.”
—Tina, Project Manager
Authentic and expert teachers
Jillian and Michael both have a warm, genuine humility and an unwavering authenticity, combined with their expertise and mastery of this beautiful practice.
—Lee, Headteacher
Immediate results
“Meditation worked immediately for me, after the 4-day course I felt already less anxious.”
—Pauline, Finance Assistant
No more insomnia
“My insomnia is cured: I sleep well and I feel calmer and happier than before.”
—James, Novelist and Academic
Meditation changed my life
“I have no doubt I would be on anti-depressants and spending a fortune on therapy had I not discovered this technique.”
—Joanna, Advertising
Great teachers
“I thought Jillian and Michael were both brilliant. Approachable, welcoming, passionate and down-to-earth.”
—Katia, Former CEO and mother of two
Ongoing support
“The group sessions are a fantastic way to keep inspired and to meet others who have discovered the wonders of daily meditation.”
—Martin, Company Director
Better than an app
“This has been so much more interesting than listening to Headspace or similar audio apps. I can’t recommend these guys highly enough!”
—Eugene, Student
