Reaching 10,000 downloads on PodBean marks a meaningful milestone for FISU Meditation. More than a statistic, it is an explicit confirmation that the philosophy behind our teachings is finding its way into people’s lives — quietly, consistently, and with growing impact.  In a fast-moving world, podcasts have become a trusted companion. People listen while driving, running, walking, or unwinding at the end of the day. The FISU Meditation podcast meets listeners in these moments, offering reflections that bring clarity, calm, and perspective—not as abstract ideas, but as wisdom meant to be lived.  Through this podcast series, FISU promotes and disseminates the teachings of our founder, Gururaj Ananda Yogi, and his successor, Rajesh Ananda. Rooted in an authentic lineage, these teachings address the more profound questions of human life while remaining grounded and practical. Their growing reach on PodBean signals a genuine appetite for meditation philosophy that is sincere, accessible, and transformative.  For those who wish to explore further, the full transcripts of each podcast are available on our English website, www.fisumeditation.org, under the Philosophy tab. Reading alongside listening allows for deeper reflection and integration.  Listening, however, is only the beginning. Meditation is ultimately an experiential journey. We invite those who resonate with the teachings to take the next step by enrolling in a FISU meditation course, where guidance, structure, and personal practice come together in a meaningful way.  At present, access to our podcast content and transcripts is offered free of charge, in the spirit of openness and sharing. As this offering continues to grow, it will transition to a paid subscription service in the near future, ensuring sustainability, quality, and depth for years to come.  We extend our heartfelt gratitude to every listener who has helped make this milestone possible. 

Sleep is often called the “body’s feast” — and with good reason. It’s the daily replenishment that restores physical energy, clears mental noise, and prepares us to meet life’s challenges with balance and strength. Yet, for many adults around the world, this essential feast remains out of reach: roughly 62% of adults report that they don’t sleep well when they go to bed. There are a variety of methods people use to treat sleep problems, including meditation and other wellness techniques. (World Economic Forum)  In our fast-paced lives, stress, screens, and racing thoughts keep the nervous system in “alert mode,” making deep, uninterrupted sleep feel elusive. When sleep is interrupted or shallow, it doesn’t just leave us tired — it weakens our resilience, clouds our thinking, and diminishes our capacity to respond rather than react.  At FISU Meditation, we’ve watched this pattern up close. Through years of guiding people in practice, we’ve consistently seen that meditation helps quiet the autonomic nervous system, easing the fight-or-flight response that often blocks restful sleep. For some individuals, regular sleep patterns return within 7–10 days of regular meditation. For the majority, consistent, restful, uninterrupted sleep tends to return within 2–3 months of sustained practice.  What’s happening beneath the surface is powerful. Meditation doesn’t just relax the mind — it reduces the physical tension and emotional activation that keep the body in a state of survival well past bedtime. And when your nervous system finally shifts into rest, recovery becomes real again. The difference is not subtle: a good night’s sleep makes you feel stronger, calmer, and more capable of handling whatever comes your way.  If you’ve struggled with poor sleep, meditation offers a proven, natural, and transformative technique. It works with your internal rhythms rather than against them. Think of meditation as the practice that prepares your body to feast deeply on the rest it truly needs. Our team is just a phone call or email away to help you restore restful sleep!