QuietPath Meditation

Paul is a great teacher and friend. He’s supportive, and checks in to see how you’re doing. I feel that he truly cares about his student’s well-​being. He is wise and also a lot of fun! His presence is calming, and he gently guides you along in the process. He cleared up my previous thoughts about meditation (I can’t do it, it’s too hard, etc), and I realized I could do this. And I am.
At first, I was a bit skeptical of how meditation could change my life. Since starting my practice, I’ve realized firsthand. When I’m calm, and not acting from fear, I tend to make better decisions. I’m finding the courage to create the life I have wanted to live, by going after what I truly want-​and this all begins with my state of mind. It’s something really beneficial you can do for yourself, and it does help you feel better about things. I am happier, calmer, and probably more pleasant to be around. I am a better person thanks to meditation.
I think the hardest part is being disciplined to set aside twenty minutes for yourself, to not be busy, but just be. Once I have begun, I do not want the time to end.
Recently, I got some stressful news. Rather than start panicking (as I used to do!), I knew what to do. I took some time to meditate, and afterwards felt much better.
Thank you, Paul.

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For many years now, I’ve been curious about meditation, though I was dismissing it as something for more enlightened, spiritual, naturally-​zen people. Finally I decided to look into meditation as it was repeatedly recommended by my mentor who is highly accomplished and personable, but not necessarily of the aforementioned profile. When I asked all my friends on facebook for information and recommendations, I was led to check out Quiet Path’s Vedic meditation practice.
I’m so glad I did. From my first session I succeeded in pushing aside my mental ruminations. They’re in the background, but not a worry. My body relaxes in a way in never has before. I walk away from each session with a calmness that improves my whole day. Meditating with Paul is a treat. His home is as inviting as he is. Luckily my practice also works well when I’m on my own, wherever that may be.
I highly recommend Paul and QuietPath. It’s a worthwhile investment for a lifetime practice that will improve the quality of your life.
Check out this article from
about Paul and also a slideshow about meditation that
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I first met Paul a little over a year ago and I had a little bit of knowledge and prior unsuccessful tries at learning how to meditate. I signed up for his class and initially was doubtful that this time would be any different based on my past failures. however, those previous times Paul was not my teacher. He has a very simple method that he teaches and it is so easy and natural I still can’t believe that this is happening for me. The changes that have taken place in my life over the past year are completely indescribable. I feel as if a weight has been lifted off my shoulders and I can breathe again. My stress level has reduced to almost nothing. Paul is a very charismatic and caring teacher, he is simply wonderful to just be around. I cannot express my gratitude enough! I give my utmost recommendation for Paul Brown, he is the best meditation teacher you could ever hope to find.

I received meditation instruction from Paul in the summer of 2003. Not only has the meditation been a vital part of my daily existence ever since, but I have also received unconditional ongoing support from Paul. If you have a question about your practice, you can call him. If you want to join him in a group meditation, you are welcome. Paul remembers everyone that he teaches meditation to, and it seems to me that the reason he remembers everyone is that teaching meditation is his calling, his passion, and something that he does to make the world a better place.
Paul’s credentials are impeccable. A practitioner for over 40 years, and a teacher for almost as long, Paul learned meditation directly from a world renowned practitioner. This is no «fly-​by-​night» meditation teaching, but a real transmission of a very effective technique. Yes, there is a VERY nominal charge for the teaching (come on, haven’t we all wasted far more money on useless crap than we’ve ever spent on something like this, something that will ceaselessly enrich our lives?), but I do think that Paul charges only enough to support himself in continuing to bring meditation to the far corners of the earth. You’re never going to see him hosting a telethon to rake in millions so that he can buy a rolls royce and laugh his way to the bank. You are much more likely to see him — as I did — bicycling through golden gate park, standing in the middle of a meadow with his helmet on, eating an apple while basking in the sunshine!
As a result of my own direct experience of learning meditation from Paul, and of continuing to know him and recommend him to many personal friends over the years, I wholeheartedly recommend Paul Brown as a meditation teacher.

This is my second review. I felt and thought it would be good to share my experience with meditation. I started my practice with Dear Paul in May of 2013. He was a sweet and patient listener who at the end of my rant has offered his help, and that was a great beginning of a friendship and teacher student relationship. I have had several group meetings that were lead by Paul and many wonderful one on one meditations with him as well. It now has been nearly a year since I’ve begun my practice, and I really am grateful for finding and meeting this fantastic man who took the time to help me sort my mind out. His approach to teaching meditation is very easy and kind. I feel that my life is changing in ways I want it to, and a lot of it I owe to the practice. Paul is a great teacher who always checks in on me and my practice (I’m not very disciplined, I have to admit) so his communication with me is a huge help for me to stay on track .
Paul, thank you and thank you again!

Paul’s teaching really made a difference! He really sticks to the fundamentals, and *actually cares*. Please accept my sincerest gratitude, Paul Brown — you rock!

Paul Brown taught my sister-​in-​law to meditate more than ten years ago. We have been staying in touch since then. So when it seemed the right time for them, I called Paul and he taught my parents to meditate. My mom called after her first session, but I was working and couldn’t take her call. As I walked across the parking lot to my car, I played her voicemail. But when I heard her voice I suddenly stopped walking and started to tear up. I had never heard my Mom sound so relaxed and profoundly happy. She told me it felt like a weight had been lifted off of her.
I have been meditating since college days in the ‘80s, so I knew what benefits to expect. So recently Paul was in our area and taught my two children to meditate. We are so happy to have been able to give them such a powerful tool for happiness, health and self change.
Paul is the real deal. What he teaches really works and he is completely professional. Beyond that, Paul is a very warm and caring person that exudes happiness. You actually feel happier being around him. Maybe it’s all those years of meditation! Thank you Paul for helping so many people!

I just passed my one year anniversary. Thanks to the Quiet Path I have less anxiety, anger and a lower blood pressure. I have more love, patience and memory.

I met Paul through a mutual friend about 10 years ago when he came to initiate new meditators in NYC. I was apprehensive, at first, to join the session as Vedic Meditation seemed like a significant investment and commitment. However, it was merely an investment in… and a commitment to… myself. When I am diligent, or not necessarily all that diligent, the effects are significantly noticeable. For example, during a very busy shift at a former New York restaurant job, one of the tables actually stopped me to ask me why I was the only one in the entire place that did not looked frazzled. Wafflers note: you learn VM or you don’t. It is an age-​old practice, not a course broken up into segments where you might choose to opt out of certain teachings or pay a pro-​rated tuition; there is no auditing. There are many books and videos out there if that is what you are looking for. If you seek a teacher, a Guru Dev, look no further. Paul is the man.

Simply put, Paul rocks. In a Quiet way, of course. Over 15 years ago, he taught me his (very effective) meditation techniques, and it’s probably the best money I’ve ever spent on myself. Reduced stress and increased creativity (I’m an artist, plus work in a competitive, creative environment) are merely the beginning of the benefits I’ve gotten. No, meditation is NOT for everyone, and I’m surprised by any negative reviews floating around. In my mind — it’s like flying lessons: you do not try to pay for PART of the whole deal and cut corners. What Paul teaches is real, and very valuable. I consider myself lucky that he’s been a teacher and a friend.

I have been practicing meditation with Paul Brown of QuietPath Meditation in SF for 10 years and he has made such a beautiful change in my life. I find myself so happy and playful but also my soul is open to all the joys that keep coming into my life. I know Paul’s teaching and technique has totally changed my life for the better beyond anything I could have imagined when we started down this path. You have been the helping hands I needed when I was so down at the bottom and you gave me the lift to climb and fly higher than I ever imagined I could or dare drew. You Paul are truly Magic, and I could not have been brave enough to step out into the unknown and soared like an eagle without you giving me the peace and sanctuary that I have needed through your teachings, and meditation.

Paul is a generous, kind, loving, patient teacher who instantly feels like a dear friend. He teaches the same meditation others charge at least twice as much for. He is a living example of what he teaches (a calm, playful sense of joy and mindful non-​attachment throughout all of life’s ups and downs, through meditation), which is very helpful for someone who learns best through example like me. He charges a one-​time fee and then all meditation classes, group sessions, etc. are free forever after that. Forever! And we’ve seen him many times after our class finished and he never asks for another dime. He’s just happy to see you and he’ll make you glad you came. I always feel better just getting to meditate with him. He tends to turn my meditations up to 11!

It actually pains me to read a negative review of Paul on here. Paul has really helped me to enrich my meditation practice. Paul embodies the true soul of an amazing human being. He is wise, gentle and kind-​the furthest thing from greed. He is a wonderful and patient teacher. Also, his rates to teach meditation are amazing! He is way below market value and is willing to work with people’s income situation. A course in similar meditation would cost at least $ 1,500.
You just need to meet him to know-​he is as genuine as they come. I am a better person just by having him in my life.

Wish there were negative stars. Paul Brown is one of the greediest teachers I have ever seen. On the very first class he forced me to pay $ 500 to sign up for a full package of personal meditation training. I told him this was my first time and I would pay for one class ($ 125) cuz I needed to practice myself to see how it helps me. I ended up writing a check of $ 250 cuz I wanted to get away from there (he also mentioned that I signed up for a full package as a contract, which was kind of threatening and he would mention this in every email he sends to me). He deposited the check immediately in an ATM machine nearby thinking that I would go cancel the check… Cheap MotherF$&@er…My suggestion for anyone who is planning to take meditation classes with Paul is to try those invaluable meditation videos on YouTube to see how it works for you before wasting money.
He just let’s you sit with your eyes closed on a chair for an hour and charges you $ 125.

I super-​heart Paul Brown, and I love my meditation practice, which I learned from him about 15 years ago. It still serves me, every day, twice a day. The easiest life-​enhancing practice I’ve ever encountered.

I learned how to meditate from Paul Brown over 15 years ago. His simple, clear and relaxed way of communicating about meditation, made it very easy and accessible. I have found my meditation practice to be extremely valuable and supportive in my day to day life.

By chance, I was introduced to this man. I was able to meet him through another friend and since then, what he has taught me has dramatically changed my life. I have been to many spiritual teachers, therapists, and coaches to help both spiritually as well as for my personal success in business. The Vedic Meditation is world renowned. I personally had not heard of it before, but learned many other significant people of our times were gaining personally from this practice as well. I sat down with Paul, one on one, and he spent a weekend placing me on this meditation path which leads to less stress and more production. I can be a witness and say that this is my daily medication. This is what I had always been looking for in a meditation practice. Simple and deep. Paul eases you into understanding this and being patient with it. He understands what people need and he talks with you about what you will need to do. Makes a plan. It has been 4 years and I still meet with him periodically. He won’t just teach you and then disappear. I highly recommend Paul Brown and encourage you to try this life changing experience.

I love Paul. He taught me technique over ten years ago and I passed him on to my mother. He is truly a beautiful human being. I highly recommend him.

I am so happy I was serendipitously introduced to Paul Brown. I have felt many benefits after he trained me in Vedic Meditation. Paul is professional and open with his teaching approach– he makes you feel completely comfortable.
I have experienced a greater sense of peace and calm in general, and have been better able to communicate with and relate to others overall. I feel grateful to have this practice forever– and I can take it with me no matter where I am in the world! What a gift. This training, plus the support of this lovely teacher for life– worth every penny– truly. Paul Brown’s joyful energy sparkles. Thank you beloved teacher.

I heart Paul Brown. He completely changed my life. Before I came to him, I had major issues with anxiety and stress. His Vedic Mediation techniques helped me tremendously in my life and I am so thankful for the exposure to this. To top it off, Paul is such a sweet and caring man. Such a joyous and amazing person to have in one’s life.
I recommend him to everyone I meet that needs that extra push in their lives to overcome adversity, anxiety and stress. His training has truly changed my life and helped me self actualize the path I should be walking in my own life.
Thank you beloved teacher :)