About Gen Zen Meditation

A personal turning point

In my early thirties, I experienced nearly six years of insomnia.

As soon as my head hit the pillow, my mind would race. Sleep became elusive. Alongside it came anxiety, low energy, and a growing sense of disconnection.

Two close friends suggested meditation. I resisted. Meditation conjured up images of orange robes and communes, not sleep support.

Curiously, I tried guided mindfulness videos online. They were relaxing, but they didn’t solve the problem. My curiosity remained, and eventually, I booked an in-person weekend meditation course.

Before we had even begun practising, something shifted. My body felt settled in a way it hadn’t in years.

That was the insight:

My nervous system didn’t need effort.
It needed rest.

The technique I learned was simple and effortless. That night, I slept for seven uninterrupted hours.

No racing thoughts.
No anxiety.
Just rest.

From relief to understanding

Meditation gave my mind and body what it was missing.

It gave me stability.

My sleep improved, my thinking became clearer, and my energy returned. Things started… going my way.

I continued practising, lots. I studied deeply and trained formally as a meditation teacher.

At the same time, my professional background was rooted in a global network of coaching and mentoring, supporting people through growth and decision-making.

Eventually, I left a career of over twenty years to teach meditation full time.

Why I teach — and what Gen Zen means

Gen Zen Meditation exists for a simple reason:

Meditation should be accessible, inclusive, and uncomplicated.

The name reflects that intention.

“Gen” stands for generation — the creation of new generations of meditators, across all ages and backgrounds.

“Zen” derives from the Sanskrit word dhyāna (ध्यान), meaning “to meditate.” It points back to the contemplative traditions of India from which this practice originates.

Gen Zen is not about a specific group.

It’s about community.

My teaching is rooted in Vedic philosophy — a tradition that views human potential not as something to strive for, but something to uncover as stress reduces and clarity increases.

When individuals feel settled inside, they think more clearly, act more wisely, and contribute more steadily to society. And when society benefits, the world becomes a healthier, happier place.

My role is simple:

To teach meditation with integrity and care, so that people can realise more of their human potential — and help create a healthier, happier world in the process.

An invitation.

If any part of this story resonates — or if the intention behind Gen Zen feels aligned — this may be the right next step for you.