Stephen Zerfas

Entrepreneur and meditator Stephen Zerfas discusses using technology to enhance learning of Jhanas, his background in meditation and jhana practice, and scaling jhanas globally. They delve into his journey, training with jhana teachers, and the fusion of technology and tradition in meditation practice.

In the conversation, Stephen Zerfas, CEO and co-founder of Jhourney, shares his journey from desperation to discovering transformative jhana meditation states. He explains how jhanas facilitate a positive feedback loop between attention and emotion, helping cultivate profound experiences of gratitude and peace. Stephen discusses using technology to enhance meditation retreats and emphasizes the importance of integrating these practices for emotional processing. Listeners enjoy a guided meditation while exploring the interplay of phenomenology and mindfulness.

Stephen Zerfas, founder of Jhourney, is dedicated to making meditation accessible through the Jhanas. In this engaging discussion, he shares how these transformative experiences are gaining popularity in mainstream culture. Stephen reflects on the teacher-student relationship in meditation and the emotional challenges that can arise during retreats. He also explores the balance between desire and surrender in achieving jhana states, and introduces innovative retreat concepts that fit into modern life, emphasizing community building and the importance of support in the meditation journey.