Meditation of Wisdom

About This Class

In this approachable, floor-based meditation, Bryan Kest guides students into a comfortable upright seated position — Full Lotus, Half Lotus, cross-legged, or any position that allows the spine to remain erect — and introduces Jnana Yoga as a "game" of creating space between thoughts. The core technique is a sustained breath-awareness practice: students rest their attention on the inner rings of the nostrils, noticing the natural passage of air in and out, and practice gently returning focus each time the mind wanders. Bryan frames the wandering mind with warmth and humor, encouraging students not to get frustrated but to smile and begin again, emphasizing that the ability to sit quietly is a lifetime skill that builds gradually. The session addresses the restlessness, boredom, and anxiety that arise when we slow down, framing these as necessary thresholds on the way to genuine peace. Strongly oriented toward stress relief, mental quiet, focus, and breaking habitual thought patterns, this class is an ideal entry point for anyone curious about meditation or seeking relief from a busy, overstimulated mind.