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A developing personal project and hopefully will be made into reality in my future pursuits
as a UCSB Media Art Technology (MAT) researcher.āāāāā
Virtual Meditation Center
Introducing new breathing & mindfulness techniques
from virtual world-class meditation gurus.
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āāāAt the Virtual Meditation Center, you can maximize the enjoyment of dynamic meditation by using mixed reality and a variety of biofeedback technologies (ie. breath pattern sensors). In particular, you can learn new breathing techniques and mindfulness techniques directly from virtual world-class meditation gurus.āāā
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Neuro-Controlled Goggle (AR) with EEG sensor
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2. Wearable Breathing Pattern Sensor
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3. Interactive Meditation Cushion
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Neuro-Controlled Goggle with EEG sensor, wearable breathing pattern sensor,ā and Interactive meditation cushion
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User wearing all equipment for virtual meditation
User learning meditation from an augmented reality meditation leader
Structural diagram of Virtual Meditation Center
A screen displaying usersā breathing patterns, meditation immersion and relaxation levels
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In 2022, I joined the Mungyeong World Meditation Village’s advisory team as well and entered the role of a research fellow. Located in Mungyeong, South Korea (approximate 3-hour drive from Seoul) it is currently the largest meditation complex in its history.
As a fellow, I research various styles of meditation practices and give lectures on topics related to recent global trends in meditation and its integration with technology and science.
I have also been working as the Chief Operating Officer of an F45 Training- Pangyo, Techno Valley, South Korea where I have been utilizing biological feedback technology such as measuring members’ heart rates to implement improved systems to enhance member experience.
This role has proven to be crucial in providing insights and data backed responses in the training of both my body and mind.
Without a doubt, these experiences have added quality desire that is fuelled by an ambition for incorporating more technology into meditation practices.
At the World Meditation Center, I evaluate the viability of integrating traditional meditation techniques with cutting-edge VR technology to enhance well-being. Additionally, I conduct in-depth research on the meditation practices of Korean legendary zen masters to develop educational meditation technologies. With my extensive research and experience here, I have a desire to create a virtual version of the mediation center.
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HOW DOES IT WORK?
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When entering the Virtual Meditation Center, the first equipment for virtual meditation is worn.
While sitting on the interactive meditation cushion and wearing the neuro-controlled goggle, the user’s breath patterns are monitored and analyzed with use of the sensors. Soon after, several augmented reality meditation teachers appear in the goggles.
The user has the option to choose one of these and once selected, a breathing and meditation lecture tailored to the teacher’s style will begin. The vibration effect of the interactive meditation cushion guides the user to maintain a specific breathing pattern.
The values such as breathing pattern, breathing intensity, and meditation immersion appear on the screen for easy vision of the user.
This session can be a private class or a group class.
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Overhead view of the complex
With Ven. GakSan, head of the World Meditation Village
The scenery of the inside the village
I periodically provide lectures on topics related to recent global trends in
meditation and its integration with technology and science.
I have evaluated the viability of integrating traditional meditation techniques
with cutting-edge VR technology to enhance well-being.
Above are the links to see the panoramic views of the World Meditation Village
as well as parts of my meditation lectures.