Collection of Jhourneys From Musician to Meditation Virtuoso (David Phelan)
Nov 15, 2023
Guest David Phelan, music producer and songwriter for Zayn, Sia, and Blackpink, shares his journey from identifying as a confident materialist to a regular meditator. He discusses his experience with panic attacks and curing himself through meditation. They explore the role of music in profound altered states and the interdependence of periodic elements. David talks about his personal growth, from millions of followers to a 2-hour morning routine, and his aspiration to achieve the Jhanas through meditation.
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Concert to Meditation
- David Phelan's journey to meditation began after a profound experience at a Jon Hopkins concert.
- Inspired, he adopted a two-hour morning routine of Wim Hof breathing, cold showers, exercise, and short meditations.
Start Small
- Start with short meditations to ease into the practice.
- Two-minute meditations can be a good starting point, making it less daunting.
Initial Motivation
- David initially approached meditation for productivity and happiness gains, not spirituality.
- He viewed meditation as a tool for focus and creative control.