What People Say

Hear from those who've found peace through our teachings

"I had the privilege and absolute honour to be part of Karuna's Mindfulness Meditation course. Being a former Buddhist monk, Karuna shared his knowledge & wisdom with his students and never hesitated to answer difficult questions. I'd highly recommend his courses to anyone and everyone who's in search for some calmness in their lives."

Bhargav Dave

15+ Years Elevating Brands Through Data-Driven Performance Marketing

"Karuna was the Buddhist Chaplain while I was at university. He is excellent at his job and provides a niche service that is difficult for anyone else to fulfil. He is the most generous person and knowledgeable person on Buddhism that I have met. Everyone I know who has worked with him has only had good things to say."

Lily Wong Le

Senior Policy Advisor on International Zero Emission Vehicles

"The day I met Karuna changed the course of my life. I undertook a 6-week meditation course with him and then I continued to meditate with his support. He not only has the experience necessary to teach but the ideal personal skills being a fantastic listener, authentic, kind, and caring facilitator. One of the best people I know!"

Lara Foley

Founder of The Botanic Shed Garden Studio and School of Nature

"I highly recommend Karuna's skills and pedagogy as a mindfulness coach. His generous and dynamic personality, in addition to his commitment towards students make him a great coach and human being."

Caroline Milon

Textile and Fashion Designer, Design Professor

"I absolutely love the mindfulness classes. Karuna is so welcoming and the class atmosphere is very relaxed. The classes really helped me de-stress and become more focused. I would recommend them to anyone wanting to try mindfulness for the first time or looking to enhance their practice."

Charlotte Farrell

Teacher at Barr's Hill School Trust

"This was really my first guided meditation by a person who I felt finally was qualified to guide me in this practice given Karuna's background as an ex Buddhist monk. Karuna introduced us to different styles of meditation at the time and gave us life long skills in choosing what we felt suited us best. He is very generous, approachable for questions at any time, and always gave insightful answers and guidance."

Isadora Fitzgerald

Clerical Officer

"I have attended two of Karuna's 6-week mindfulness courses, which have helped me personally and professionally. As a hectic professional in London there never seems to be enough time in the day. Karuna can help you see how to create time to recharge and enjoy life to the full despite having a busy schedule. I would have no hesitation in recommending him personally and his mindfulness courses."

Nick Mason

Head of CX Consulting | Digital Transformation Leader

"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!"

Mario Lemmer

Product Engineer in the Semiconductor Industry

"Karuna is a truly inspiring educator in Mindfulness and Meditation. His knowledge, manner and approach to teaching is exceptional. I attended a week retreat in yoga and mindfulness and gained so much from the time that I was able to dedicate to learning the practices and principles of mindfulness and meditation. I would not hesitate in recommending him for working with individuals, groups or companies."

Claire Kremer

Health & Wellbeing Coach

"Karuna is always open and available to listen, with a smile. I admire Karuna's creativeness in dealing with the needs of the people of the College. He is very motivated and dedicated to his role. I am very grateful to Karuna and to the Imperial College Chaplaincy for having him."

Esther Anaya-Boig

Holistic Wellbeing Practitioner for Higher Education | Cycling Mobility Expert

"I have attended quite a few of Karuna's mindfulness courses and would recommend him in a heartbeat. Karuna is the sort of person who immediately eases your worries and makes you feel relaxed. He is professional at the same time as being warm and friendly and he is great at enabling you to get to grips with mindfulness."

Laura Simpson

Partner Development and Coaching Specialist | EMCC Accredited Executive Coach

"Karuna is a wonderful meditation teacher. I practiced meditation for some time before joining his classes, but found myself going in circles. With his guidance I have made positive developments in mindfulness which have extended beyond my meditation and into my everyday life. He has a wonderful nature, he is calm, focused, joyful and centred."

Natalie Nolte

Graphic/Web Designer & Film Producer

"Karuna devised a meditation course for a group of people, like me, who had little or no experience in this practice. His teachings were extraordinarily valuable and profoundly affected my daily life. He was inventive with his approach, and patient. I thought he was truly talented."

Chiara Messineo

Executive Producer and Director

"Learning about meditation with Karuna has been a transformative experience for me. I strongly recommend working with him."

Inty Grønneberg

Ambassador of Ecuador to Sweden | CEO Ichthion Limited | PhD in Innovation

"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. For those looking to deepen their mindfulness journey, whether as individual learners or in group settings, I can't recommend Karuna highly enough."

Fernando B. Avila-Rencoret

MD Shipping AI Tools | Healthcare NLP | CTO, Medical Doctor, Robotics MSc

"I met Karuna about four years ago attending his Mindfulness/meditation courses. These were transforming and life enhancing. His lessons in acceptance, letting go of judgement, kindness and openness have helped maintain better balance, patience and acceptance. He is gifted and extremely experienced in guidance and insight."

Victoria Milne

Owner of MCLEANMILNE

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