The Rhythm Between Stillness and Sound: How Meditation Fuels Paul Robert’s Music

In a world that often demands constant output and performance, Paul Robert has found something that keeps him centered and creatively alive: the rhythm of meditation and music, working in harmony.

While his sound is bold, emotional, and lyrically deep, the process behind it often begins in silence. With breath. With reflection. With clarity. Meditation isn’t just something Paul practices—it’s become a vital part of how he creates, connects, and stays grounded in a world that moves too fast.

“Music doesn’t just result from meditation—it enhances it. And vice versa.”

In this post, Paul opens up about how stillness shapes his artistry, how music deepens his mindfulness practice, and how you can bring both into your own life. You’ll also find a few links to his favorite guided meditations, plus tips for blending sound and silence into your own creative routine.

What initially led you to meditation? Was it burnout, curiosity, or something deeper?

“It came about organically. At first, I peeked at it after feeling burnt out.”

In the 2010s, Paul was juggling a lot—working a day job, writing a blog, holding leadership roles in nonprofits, and traveling constantly. It was inspiring, but also exhausting. He realized he needed something to anchor him—to bring him back to himself when life became too much.

That’s when a friend and roommate, who happened to work at Headspace, introduced him to the app. The basic techniques stuck. Then came a silent day-long retreat—no phone, no talking, just breath and thought—and something clicked. Around the same time, Bikram Yoga also entered his life, blending physical challenge with meditative focus. Slowly, these experiences became a consistent practice.

What does meditation give you that nothing else does?

“Permission to notice your thoughts without judging them.”

That permission is powerful. Meditation invites a kind of self-kindness that becomes a quiet strength. For Paul, this practice creates space—space to pause, observe, and choose better thoughts when necessary.

How has your relationship with stillness evolved over time?

Stillness didn’t come easily at first—and even now, it’s not always simple. Paul shares:

“I love being still and appreciating the moment, but if I feel like I’m there too long, I start to feel lazy. I’ve had to learn to trust my intuition. Once I make a decision, I try not to second guess it.”

It’s a dance: knowing when to be, and when to move.

Do you have specific songs (yours or others) that you turn to when you meditate?

Lyrics are a no-go.

“When I meditate, I don’t want words in my ears—not even my own. I’ll use instrumentals or nature sounds, especially water or wind. It helps me drop in without distraction.”

This is a space for presence, not performance.

Have you ever written a song directly after—or even during—meditation?

Yes—and not just one.

Paul recalls a guided meditation from Rising Higher Meditation on YouTube, one that loops affirmations for 8 hours. Something about the soft, repetitive encouragement became the seed for two songs: “8 Hour Date” and “Lighter.”

“I would pretend the voice guiding the meditation was my girlfriend. It sparked something playful and honest in me. But even so, I still need silent meditation too. Guided meditations are great for imagination—but the deeper work happens in quiet.”

How does sound influence your state of mind before you create?

“If I hear something chaotic before I create, it throws me off. That includes the news, intense conversations, even music with heavy lyrics. I try to meditate before creating so I can clear that energy.”

When the energy is clean, Paul feels aligned. He can create from truth, not reactivity.

“Meditation helps me be proactive about my message, not

reactive to whatever just happened in the world.”