Our Guiding Philosophy
We think meditation isn't about clearing the mind or reaching a flawless state of zen. It's more about learning to sit with whatever arises—the busy thoughts, the planning mind, even that odd itch that shows up five minutes into sitting.
We’ve found that various approaches resonate with different people, so you’ll likely feel a stronger connection with certain teaching styles.
Each guide you'll meet has their own way of explaining concepts. 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 connect more strongly with certain teaching styles.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who've made meditation their life's work, each bringing unique perspectives to the practice
Kai Sharma
Lead Instructor
Kai started meditating in 2002 after burning out from his software engineering career. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen meditation in Japan. What sets him apart is his ability to explain ancient concepts using surprisingly modern analogies – he once compared monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and specializes in helping busy professionals find sustainable meditation practices. His sessions often include practical discussions about integrating mindfulness into work life and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Mira Kapoor
Philosophy Guide
She holds a PhD in United Kingdom Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative practice while researching ancient texts and realized that academic understanding meant nothing without experiential knowledge. Her approach bridges scholarly insight with practical application.
She guides our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Mira has a gift for making complex philosophical concepts accessible without dumbing them down. Her students often say she helps them understand not just how to meditate, but why these practices developed and what they're really meant to accomplish.
Why We Teach This Way
After years of practice and teaching, we've found meditation is most effective when it's demystified. We don't promise enlightenment or claim you'll achieve perfect peace. Instead, we aim to build skills that help you navigate life's inevitable challenges with greater awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses begin in September 2026, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We value taking time to decide thoughtfully about contemplative practice—it's not something to rush into on a momentary surge of interest.
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 subtly but profoundly transformed our lives, and we've witnessed similar changes in many others.