The Meditation Initiative

Feedback from a United States Military Veteran after a meditation workshop led by Founder Jeffrey Zlotnik - "I think the most important thing I heard from you was that meditation allows us to see that we can sit with all…Read more

On April 16th this year, Founder and CEO Jeffrey Zlotnik will turn 40 years old. Since 2003, he has shared meditation for free with more that 25,000 people from schools to prisons to military and more. Please consider making a…Read more

The Meditation Initiative and Founder Jeffrey Zlotnik are honored to receive some national coverage from National Clearinghouse on Families & Youth - http://ncfy.acf.hhs.gov/news/2015/03/6-ways-work-meditation-your-busy-day


6 Ways to Work Meditation Into Your Busy Day | National Clearinghouse on Families & Youth
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From Jeffrey Zlotnik, Founder of The Meditation Initiative - With tears in his eyes, he said to me, “Are you proud of me?” “Yes" I replied, "Very proud!” It was as if no one had ever told him they were…Read more

This sums up The Meditation Initiative...Please read when you can -http://goodisgreater.com/3/post/2015/03/interview-withjeffrey-zlotnik-founder-andceo-of-the-meditation-initiative.html?fb_action_ids=10203901509845248&fb_action_types=og.likes&fb_source=other_multiline&action_object_map=%5B868908289819244%5D&action_type_map=%5B%22og.likes%22%5D&action_ref_map=%5B%5D


Interview with Jeffrey Zlotnik, Founder and CEO of The Meditation Initiative
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It's not often that you cross paths with someone whose energy and purpose shine so…Read more

A few days ago on behalf of The Meditation Initiative, Founder Jeffrey Zlotnik had one inmate lead 23 other inmates in meditation at a local prison here in San Diego. Jeffrey was not present and received feedback today from the…Read more

A beautiful example of why The Meditation Initiative works in the correctional facilities, both adult and youth - http://www.liftable.com/cbatorski/basketball-team-refuses-play-another-team-incredible-reason/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=tb


Basketball Team Refuses To Play Against Another Team For Most Incredible Reason
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This is the most inspirational story you will…Read more

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/02/20/vets-ptsd-meditation_n_6714544.html?ncid=newsltushpmg00000003


Veterans Find Comfort In Meditation Therapy
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It’s a cloudy, cold day in Washington, and it takes a group of vets, all from the Vietnam War era, a few minutes to unpack coats and mufflers and settle into comfortable…Read more

http://www.dcoe.mil/blog/15-02-25/Mindfulness_Meditation_Can_Help_Your_Brain_Handle_Stress.aspx


Mindfulness Meditation Can Help Your Brain Handle Stress
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U.S. Army photo This is the first in a series of posts on mindfulness meditation. Future posts will feature mindfulness meditation techniques and how the practice can help treat various…Read more

For the past 6 years, The Meditation Initiative's Founder Jeffrey Zlotnik has been leading meditation for the Wounded Warrior population. Please read this article with regards to the benefits of meditation within this population - http://www.dcoe.mil/blog/15-02-25/Mindfulness_Meditation_Can_Help_Your_Brain_Handle_Stress.aspx


Mindfulness Meditation Can Help…Read more

http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/6804780


12 Myths About Meditation We Have To Stop Believing
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With meditation practices on the rise, it makes sense that there is some confusion out there. Myths, misnomers and misinformation are to be expected -- but that doesn't mean…Read more

On behalf of The Meditation Initiative, Founder Jeffrey Zlotnik had the honor and privilege of leading meditation for WHATEVER IT TAKES (WIT). WIT provides a college-level course for high school students where they learn entrepreneur and leadership skills while designing…Read more

The Meditation Initiative needs people to support our effort on a monthly basis. Even if you donate just $10 0r $20 a month it is deeply appreciated. We work tirelessly to help change the lives of thousands of people every…Read more

Check out this article from The New York Times... http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/02/23/meditation-for-a-good-nights-sleep/?mwrsm=Email&_r=0


Meditation for a Good Night's Sleep
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Mindfulness meditation helped older men and women get a good night’s sleep, a rigorous new study found.

On behalf of The Meditation Initiative, founder Jeffrey Zlotnik had the great opportunity to bring meditation to BAMKO in Los Angeles. Meditation in the corporate environment is so important. The better people are able to manage stress and anxiety in…Read more

Sit, close eyes, take 3 deep breaths, open eyes and return to what you were doing...Repeat as necessary...Meditation is this simple and free...

A beautiful article featuring The Meditation Initiative - http://www.goodisgreater.com/meet-our-friends--get-involved.html


Meet Our Friends & Get Involved
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We've heard the saying, but exactly how can we "be the change"? GOOD IS GREATER features organizations that are making a positive impact in…Read more

Founder Jeffrey Zlotnik led meditation for teens in the Juvenile Court & Community School, kids who have been in and out of the Juvenile Prison System. Please read this amazing feedback after meditation from one of boys:

"I realize meditation…Read more

For those who like the science behind meditation, here you go...Harvard Unveils MRI Study Proving Meditation Literally Rebuilds The Brain’s Gray Matter In 8 Weeks


Harvard Unveils MRI Study Proving Meditation Literally Rebuilds The Brain’s Gray Matter In 8 Weeks…Read more

So the numbers are in and in 2014 The Meditation Initiative led meditation for free with 9,100 people! This is our best year ever with regards to how many people we reached. Thanks to so many people for all your…Read more

After meditation, students were asked what can happen if they stop and take three deep breaths. One boy replied, "It can keep me out of prison." Founder Jeffrey Zlotnik led meditation at a Juvenile Court and Community School this morning…Read more

“One day, my brother was making me so mad, I was so angry that I was about to punch him in the face. But then I remembered to do the breathing, and took 3 breaths, and I calmed down. After…Read more

Happy New Year from The Meditation Initiative! May your year be filled with joy, happiness, love and many quiet moments...Stop every day and take 3 deep breaths...

Today is the final day to make a year end donation and support The Meditation Initiative! Please consider making a donation today of any amount!

2014 has been a beautiful year for The Meditation Initiative, touching the lives of thousands…Read more