James Brown
Meditation Coach
James Brown is a San Francisco Bay Area-based teacher of Vedic Meditation, an easy and accessible form of meditation with ancient roots. James completed a rigorous 2-year study program with Vedic masters, including a 4-month immersion in the Himalayas. James has taught thousands of people, individually, and in companies such as Slack, Salesforce, and VMWare.
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How should I meditate as a beginner?
It can help to sit with your back straight so you can focus and stay alert. Try to meditate and focus for around 10–20 minutes at a time.
What can I do to make myself feel more relaxed?
One thing you can do to practice mindfulness and feel relaxed is practicing meditation. You can use a guided app or follow your own. Try meditating for 10–20 minutes.
How can I calm my nerves before I something exciting?
It can help to take a few minutes for meditation. That way you can be more mindful of your surroundings and feel calm.