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 guide

✨ How the pandemic shifted meditation teaching online, and what skills new teachers need now

✨ Why long-form meditations build deeper trust than quick social media content

✨ The role of authenticity, vulnerability, and sharing your real journey as a teacher

✨ How to navigate imposter syndrome and begin teaching before you “feel ready”

✨ Why meditation teaching is less about perfection and more about presence and care

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This training is designed to help you deepen your personal practice, overcome self-doubt, and step into teaching with authenticity, compassion, and confidence.

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 chronic anxiety and find purpose

✨ Why being authentic (even if it means swearing in a live session) matters more than fitting into “spiritual aesthetics”

✨ The challenges and rewards of building a meditation career in today’s world

✨ Practical advice for aspiring meditation teachers on staying true to yourself, making a living, and creating impact

Jessica shares how she built her career on Insight Timer, created over 11 courses, transitioned into one-on-one coaching, and learned to embrace her unique voice as a teacher.

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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

✨ Why compassion and emotional regulation tools are the foundation of great teaching

✨ How to find your authentic voice as a meditation guide

✨ What spiritual leadership really means in today’s world

If you’ve ever dreamed of teaching meditation, whether in your community, online, or as a new career, this conversation will inspire you to take the next step.

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This training is designed to help you deepen your personal practice, overcome fear, and step confidently into the role of a compassionate and impactful meditation teacher.

In this talk recorded live talk, we explore the power of laughter combined with the art of letting go through meditation.

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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.

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In this talk recorded live talk, we explore the power of laughter combined with the art of letting go through meditation.

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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 present moment, which is the true portal to reality. Let go of the continuous drive to improve and instead embrace the quiet, unassuming beauty of now, finding peace not in change but in acceptance of the current moment.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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