The Unmistakable Creative Podcast Emily Fletcher: The Science and Simplicity of Unlocking Human Potential Through Meditation
Oct 17, 2025
Emily Fletcher, founder of Ziva Meditation and former Broadway performer, shares her transformative journey from the stage to meditation. She discusses how meditation enhances performance and mental resilience, debunking the myth that it’s only for monks. Emily introduces the Ziva Technique, designed for busy lives, emphasizing its benefits for high performers. Personal stories of resilience, including experiences during 9/11 and in Moscow, highlight her insights on control and happiness. Join her as she demystifies stress relief and unveils practical meditation strategies for everyday life.
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From Busgirl To Manager
- Emily got her first job as a busgirl at 15 and became a restaurant manager at 16, learning teamwork and performance skills early.
- She carried those hospitality and team dynamics lessons into theater and later into leading Ziva Meditation.
Trauma, Performance, And Safety
- Emily moved to New York three weeks before 9/11 and worked a packed restaurant the day after, finding purpose in helping people heal.
- She later performed in Moscow during a theater terrorist attack and still felt safe and driven toward larger work.
Sell Meditation With Practical Benefits
- Frame meditation in terms of measurable benefits like better sleep, performance, and income to make busy people practice.
- Use selfish, practical reasons first to create motivation before deeper spiritual benefits.
