Our Approach to Teaching
Meditation isn’t about emptying the mind or attaining a flawless state of calm. It’s more like learning to sit with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning mind, and even that curious itch that always shows up five minutes into sitting.
Our team combines decades of practice across various traditions. Some of us discovered meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal upheaval, and a few simply wandered into it during college and never left. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical life skill rather than a mystical experience.
Each guide you’ll meet has their own way of explaining concepts. Kai Sharma tends to use everyday-life analogies, while Maya Singh 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 devoted their lives to meditation, each bringing a unique perspective to the practice
Kai Sharma
Lead Instructor
Kai began practicing meditation in 1998 after burnout from a software engineering career. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen in Japan. What sets him apart is his knack for explaining ancient ideas with surprisingly modern comparisons—he once likened the monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and specializes in helping busy professionals establish sustainable meditation habits. His sessions often include practical discussions about integrating mindfulness into work life and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Maya Singh
Philosophy Guide
Maya combines her PhD in United Kingdom Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative work while researching ancient texts and realized that academic understanding means little without experiential insight. Her approach bridges scholarly analysis with practical application.
She guides our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Maya has a talent for making intricate philosophical ideas accessible without oversimplifying. Students often say she helps them understand not just how to meditate, but why these practices evolved and what they’re ultimately intended to achieve.
Our Rationale for This Teaching Method
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 begin in September 2025, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking time to thoughtfully decide about contemplative practice—it’s not something to rush into driven by 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 but profound ways, and we’ve seen it do the same for many others.