Learn mindfulness and Buddhist meditation from a former monk.
Live mindfulness and meditation courses and one-to-one guidance with Karuna Priya, Chaplain at Imperial College London, who spent more than 15 years in Buddhist monasteries. Clear, practical teaching for a busy, restless or overwhelmed mind. No belief required.
Free masterclass · No belief required · Online worldwide
Find calm and resilience, even when life is busy
What brings people to mindfulness and meditation
Mindfulness and meditation aren't a quick fix, but practised regularly they can help with the things that bring most people here.
When…
Practice can help you…
Your mind won't switch off
Settle and wind down
Stress builds up at work
Pause, then respond
You feel anxious or on edge
Calm the body, ease the worry
Your attention is scattered
Focus on one thing
You're tired or burnt out
Rest and recover
You're hard on yourself
A kinder inner voice
Life feels uncertain
Find clarity and steadiness
Apps haven't stuck
A practice you can keep
What the research says
Mindfulness is not a quick fix, but the research on everyday benefits is encouraging.
47 trials, 3,515 people
A major review found moderate evidence that mindfulness meditation programmes improve anxiety, depression and pain.
Goyal et al., JAMA Internal Medicine, 2014
Small to moderate effects
The improvements were small to moderate, and similar to other approaches. Mindfulness works best as one part of looking after yourself.
Goyal et al., JAMA Internal Medicine, 2014
56 trials at work
A review of 56 trials with over 5,000 working adults found mindfulness programmes reduced stress and burnout and improved wellbeing.
Vonderlin et al., Mindfulness, 2020
Results vary from person to person. Mindfulness and meditation do not replace medical or psychological care.
Choose how to begin
Start free. Go further when you're ready.
Start here · Free
Free live mindfulness and meditation masterclass with Karuna
A 45-minute live session on Zoom. Come as you are: no experience, equipment or belief needed.
- Meet Karuna and hear his story
- Understand why your mind is busy, and what to do instead
- Try a guided 12-minute practice
- Ask your questions, live
Tuesday 12 January · 1:00pm UK · Live on Zoom
Replay for 48 hours
Reserve your free seatFree · Replay sent to everyone who registers · No card needed
Early-bird access to the 6-week course until Sun 17 January.
Mindfulness and meditation from someone who has lived both sides.
Karuna entered monastic life at the age of eight and spent more than 15 years living and studying in Buddhist monasteries in Thailand, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. At 25 he began learning what many people discover: meditating well is one thing, and meditating in the middle of work, money and family is another. That is what he teaches: mindfulness and meditation for everyday life.
“I spent fifteen years learning to be still. Now I help people find that stillness in the middle of busy lives.”
Read Karuna's full storyHow it works
Step 1
Start with a masterclass or a conversation
Join the free live masterclass, or request a free 20-minute conversation. Ask anything. No obligation.
Step 2
Choose your path
A 6-week mindfulness and meditation course for a steady foundation, or one-to-one mentorship for personal guidance.
Step 3
Keep practising, with support
Attend live sessions on Zoom and use guided audio practices on the Zenmind app between them.
What students say
“During the last two years of my PhD, I regularly joined Karuna's lunch time meditation classes. Karuna is a remarkable teacher and an inspirational character. I profited immensely from the meditation practice. An hour meditation with Karuna is like a holiday for the mind!”
“Karuna is an unparalleled personal and group mindfulness coach. His wisdom, clarity, and compassion shine through in every session, making him a trusted guide for both students and clients. Under his guidance, my individual mindfulness practice took on new depths.”
Questions
What is the free masterclass?
A 45-minute live session on Zoom with Karuna, with a guided practice and time for questions. A replay is sent to everyone who registers, available for 48 hours.
How do the 6-week mindfulness courses work?
Six live weekly sessions on Zoom, 60 minutes each, combining teaching, guided practice and live questions. Between sessions you use guided audio practices on the Zenmind app to keep a daily habit going.
Which should I choose?
If you are new to meditation, or you have tried apps that did not stick, the 6-week course gives you a steady foundation alongside other people. If you would like personal guidance, or you are going through a big change, one-to-one mentorship is a better fit. Not sure? Start with the free masterclass or a free 20-minute conversation and we will point you the right way.
What is the Practice Circle?
A planned monthly community for course graduates, with live group sits and ongoing support. It is not open yet. Join the list to hear first.
Is this mindfulness or Buddhist meditation?
Both. Karuna teaches mindfulness and meditation drawn from his training in the Buddhist tradition, in a practical, secular way that fits everyday life.
Do I need to be Buddhist?
No. Everything taught works in a completely secular, practical framework. If spirituality matters to you, there is space for it; if not, it is not required.
How much does it cost?
The masterclass and the first 20-minute conversation are free. The 6-week course is £180 early-bird, then £250. One-to-one sessions are £120 each, or £630 for six and £950 for ten.
Can mindfulness and meditation help with stress?
Many people find that regular mindfulness and meditation practice helps them notice stress earlier and respond more steadily. Mindfulness and meditation aren't a cure or a substitute for medical or psychological care, and if you are struggling it is worth speaking to your GP. If you are in crisis, call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency. Samaritans are available any time on 116 123.
Start with a conversation
Tell Karuna what you're hoping for. There's no need to have any experience.
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