Our Teaching Philosophy
We don’t view meditation as a way to empty the mind or attain a flawless state of calm. It’s more about learning to be with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning mind, and even that odd itch that shows up a few minutes in.
Our team blends decades of practice across traditions. Some members arrived through academic philosophy, others through personal upheaval, and a few discovered it in college and never left. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical life skill, not a mystical experience.
Each mentor offers their own way of explaining ideas. Arun Mehta tends to rely on everyday-life analogies, while Mira Kapoor draws on her psychology background. We’ve found that different approaches resonate with different people, so you’ll likely connect with particular teaching styles more than others.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who've made meditation their life's work, each bringing a unique perspective to the practice
Arun Mehta
Lead Instructor
Arun began meditating in 1998 after burnout 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 knack for explaining ancient concepts with 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 cultivate sustainable meditation habits. His sessions often include practical discussions about weaving mindfulness into work and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Mira Kapoor
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 academic understanding means little without experiential insight. Her approach bridges scholarly inquiry with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Mira has a gift for making complex philosophical ideas accessible without dumbing them down. Students often say she helps them understand not only how to meditate, but why these practices evolved and what they’re truly meant to achieve.
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 more awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses start in September 2025, 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's not something to rush into based on 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 changed our lives in subtle but profound ways, and we’ve seen it do the same for many others.