ABOUT US

Meditation as Social Change

Meditation Without Borders began with a simple principle, the peace we seek in the world must first awaken within us, and that everyone is deserving of both inner and outer peace. Founded in 2020 by Kristen Vandivier and Isabel Keoseyan, now led by Kristen, this 501(c)(3) non-profit carries a mission both timeless and urgent: to share the transformative practice of Vedic Meditation with every person who seeks peace, clarity and connection.

Vedic Meditation–known in Sanskrit as Nishkam Karma Yoga–is an effortless mental technique that allows practitioners to experience a state of deeply restful, fully awake consciousness and its many physiological and emotional benefits. Kristen was trained in this ancient lineage by pre-eminent master teacher Thom Knoles, known in India as Maharishi Vyasananda Saraswati, who learned directly from his teacher, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi.

Taught over four days and practiced twice daily, this simple yet profound technique has been scientifially shown to improve physical health, enhance mental clarity, and stabilize emotional well-being.

While Vedic Meditation is practiced by thousands worldwide, it has too often been reserved for those with privilege. Meditation Without Borders challenges the conviction that meditation must be made accessible to all if we are to heal consciousness underlying so much of today’s division and suffering.

 
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Kristen Vandivier

FOUNDER

Kristen Vandivier is an instructor of Vedic Meditation and the founder of Meditation Without Borders and The Vedic Method. She is regarded for her ability to make profound teachings relevant to everyday life and her mission of promoting meditation for social change. After completing an intensive curriculum of training under renowned Master Maharishi Vyasananda Thom Knoles, including a three-month immersion program in the Himalayas, Kristen returned to found her practice. She lives in Mill Valley with her husband and three children.

 
 
 

Meet the Board

  • Doree Clark

    Doree is a reknowned choreographer, community builder and a visionary.

    After a career as a professional dancer, Doree started her teaching community offering classes at all levels. She started the dance company “Don’t Quit Your Day Job Dancers” over three decades ago and it’s still going strong.

    Doree has been meditating for over 6 years.

  • Josephine Courant

    Josephine specializes in design and branding for individuals, entrepreneurs, and diverse businesses but most of all, she is a storyteller.

    She uses her skills to help make the world a better place, whether it’s creating a website for a woman entrepreneur in Ukraine to writing her hilarious Substack M.A.M. Diaries.

    You can find her enjoying one of her husband Jay’s incredible cakes with her sons, hiking with her dog Skipper, or cracking a friend up with her British wit at the local coffee shack.

  • Jen Nassiri

    Jennifer is a teacher, community activist and tree hugger.

    Her lifelong dedication to vulnerable communities began as a crisis interventionist and court advocate.

    She started meditating with Kristen Vandivier in 2019. When she’s not with her kids, you can find her hiking, crocheting or baking.