Our Teaching Philosophy
We view meditation as more than clearing the mind or reaching a flawless state of serenity. It resembles learning to sit with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning mind, and even that peculiar itch that tends to show up a few minutes into practice.
Our team blends decades of practice across diverse traditions. Some arrived at meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal challenges, and a few discovered it in college and stayed. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical life skill rather than a mystical attainment.
Each guide has their own way of conveying ideas. Kai tends to use everyday-life analogies, while Mira draws from her psychology background. We've found that different approaches resonate with different people, so you’ll likely feel a stronger connection to certain teaching styles.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who have made meditation their lifelong work, each bringing a unique viewpoint to the practice
Kai Sharma
Lead Instructor
Kai began meditating in 1998 after burnout from a software engineering career. He studied Vipassana in Myanmar for three years and later trained in Zen meditation in Japan. What sets him apart is his knack for explaining ancient concepts through surprisingly modern analogies—he once likened the monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and specializes in helping busy professionals cultivate sustainable meditation practices. His sessions often include practical discussions about weaving mindfulness into work life and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Mira Singh
Philosophy Guide
Mira combines her PhD in United Kingdom Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative practice while researching ancient texts and realized that scholarly understanding is meaningful only when grounded in experience. Her approach links rigorous insight with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Mira has a gift for making intricate philosophical ideas accessible without oversimplifying them. Students often say she helps them grasp not just how to meditate, but why these practices arose and what they’re truly meant to accomplish.
Why We Teach This Way
After years of practice and teaching, we’ve learned that meditation works best when it’s demystified. We don’t promise enlightenment or claim you’ll reach perfect peace. Instead, we focus on building skills that help you navigate life’s inevitable challenges with greater awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses commence in September 2026, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking time to make thoughtful decisions about contemplative practice—it isn’t something to rush into from momentary enthusiasm.
If you’re curious about learning meditation as a practical life skill rather than a spiritual pursuit, we’d be honored to guide your exploration. The practice has transformed our lives in subtle yet profound ways, and we’ve witnessed the same in many others.