Vedic Meditation is a supremely restful technique practiced by millions of people around the world — a simple, stress-relieving practice that requires no effort, focus, or concentration.
Originating from the Vedic traditions of India (from which yoga and Ayurveda are also derived), VM is practiced with eyes closed for 20 minutes twice-a-day, seated comfortably and with good back support.
It’s also counter-intuitive to what most people think meditation is . . .
“This experience was life changing for me”
Beata, New York
"I can honestly say that learning Vedic Meditation has been one of the best things in my life"
Carey, Hawaii
"I have seen such an improvement in my overall well-being, health, mood, and my ability to be truly present. The meditations are wonderful and I feel great. I want everyone to meditate"
Alexandra, New York
While it’s true to say that mindfulness training is a form of meditation, not all traditions of meditation are considered mindfulness — especially as mindfulness is both a practice (or training) and ultimately, a way of being in the world.
Even though VM is not mindfulness, one of the benefits of practicing VM is an increasingly more equanimous and mindful eyes-open state (where mindfulness really counts).
VM + mindfulness (an eyes closed resting technique + an eyes open way of being in the world) becomes a potent combination.
“An amazing gift”
Tom, Los Angeles
"I couldn't have predicted the positivity that this practice would bring to my life and had no idea the program would impact me so quickly. Many of my anxieties that were previously present have seemed to disappear. Bradley is also an incredible teacher and mentor and I'm so grateful for the many things he has taught me"
Danielle, Philadelphia
“It's simple, effortless, and effective. I only wish I had done this years ago”
Joe, Seattle
Reduction of and increased resistance to stress and anxiety, strengthening of the immune system, increased energy levels, improved memory / concentration and decision-making, reversal of certain processes of biological aging, reduction of addictive behaviors, reduction of cholesterol / blood pressure and the risk of heart disease (number one killer in the US), normalization of sleeping patterns, and a more mindful, expanded consciousness from which to view the world.
“Truly life-affirming”
Odel, New York
“This will be something that continues to inspire, ground, move and affect me for the rest of my life”
Heather, Philadelphia
"The experience of meditating every day has sort of felt like falling in love. It feels like I’ve found an anchor. But unlike love, it’s not another person. The anchor is me"
Sasha, Los Angeles
“It has electrified my life"
Rebecca, New York
Learning Vedic Meditation consists of four 90 minute sessions over four consecutive days.
The course is offered live and in-person (in a group setting or privately) around the globe.
Students can expect to become completely self-sufficient for life. No apps, meditation studios, or silent retreats required.
Watch a 20 minute TED-style intro on Vedic Meditation and its benefits given by Bradley Raider.
Presented at the Entrepreneurs’ Organization’s annual Alchemy conference:
BRADLEY RAIDER is founder and executive director of MDT8 (short for meditate), a global organization that trains individuals and companies to be completely self-sufficient for life in the practice of meditation.
His work as a teacher, award-winning filmmaker, and entrepreneur is rooted in a deep fascination with consciousness expansion and its practical integration with creativity, productivity, and life purpose.
Having traveled with and trained as protégé to pre-eminent master of Vedic knowledge, Maharishi Vyasananda, Bradley has practiced and studied the subtle art and science of meditation for almost two decades.
His certification as a Vedic Meditation teacher (one of only a few hundred in the world) compliments a holistic approach to health, equanimity and high performance that includes yoga, mindfulness, pranayama, Eastern philosophy, and performance coaching.
Bradley's students include CEOs, clinical psychologists, doctors, attorneys, Academy-nominated / Emmy-award winning filmmakers, and families with members ranging in age from 9 - 79. One of his greatest passions is sharing wisdom and experience with humor and inspiration, helping individuals and companies to realize their fullest potential.
CORPORATE COURSES. In addition to working corporately and with companies around the world, Bradley has also trained members of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and the Young Presidents’ Organization (two global networks of CEOs, entrepreneurs, and international leaders), as well as clients of LifeSpan Medicine and members of The Young Entertainment Activists (YEA) in Los Angeles.
"Bradley inhabits one of the most genuine, thoughtful and honorable approaches to life that I've ever witnessed. As a teacher, he is not only knowledgeable, but is also able to share the wisdom he has developed with compassion, humility, and respect"
Ashley, Los Angeles
“I am so thankful that I met Bradley -- he truly has wisdom beyond his years and a life perspective that is continually positive and refreshing. He is a living testament to this practice”
Carey, Los Angeles
"Bradley is a not just a well studied, fountain of knowledge of the Vedic tradition, but he is a natural teacher and is someone who listens with his heart. I am so grateful he opened my eyes and heart to this tradition as it has changed the way I see things and the way I think"
Alexis, Los Angeles
"Bradley's passion is entirely infectious, and he has a gift for sharing it. He communicates ideas in a patient, thorough, and immediately relatable way. I have seen firsthand his enormous capacity for generosity of spirit and thought, and I feel honored to consider him a mentor"
Kate, New York
"Bradley's uniqueness as a teacher of this tradition reveals itself in his authenticity, his grace and his natural luminosity. Here we have a true teacher who deeply listens and relates to students of all ages, backgrounds and levels of experience. In being the teacher and person that he is, he inspires you to expand further into your highest potential as the exceptional human being you were born to be"
Rachel, New York
