About Kyra Spira
Kyra writes and speaks about non-duality, consciousness and the source of lasting peace.
My Path to this Work
Education & Training
Kyra Spira, Ph.D., has spent her career studying the root cause of human suffering—first in the academy, and later in the contemplative wisdom traditions. She holds a master's degree in Mind, Brain and Education from Harvard University, where she studied ego development through the lenses of neuroscience, cognitive science and developmental psychology. She went on to complete a Ph.D. in the Learning Sciences at Stanford University, researching how American culture reinforces the myth of the separate self through the education system. After completing her doctorate, she taught at Stanford before leaving academia to pursue the ancient philosophy of non-duality.
Teachers & Mentors
Kyra’s interest in non-duality brought her into conversations with Rupert Spira and Francis Lucille, who transformed her life by helping her find the place within that has never been wounded. Kyra often feels that this was her true education.
Beyond Rupert and Francis, who have influenced her most deeply, she is indebted to the wisdom of Ashtavakra, Ramana Maharshi, Nisargadatta Maharaj, Atmananda Krishna Menon, Bernadette Roberts, Ibn Arabi, Balyani, Eckhart Tolle and Adyashanti. These teachers express the same non-dual understanding from varied traditions: Advaita Vedanta, Kashmir Shaivism, Zen, Sufism and Christian mysticism.
Kyra’s Work Today
Kyra now hosts free monthly meetings and works privately with a small number of individuals drawn to the direct path to peace. Her approach weaves intellectual rigor with direct experience, offering a personally tailored path that meets you exactly where you are—and gently walks with you, step by step, back home.
Kyra lives in Devon, UK with her husband, Rupert Spira, a baby rabbit, a pheasant, two squirrels and lots of birds and cows.
My Approach
My work begins with a simple question: what are you, really? Drawing on non-duality, my background in education and my own direct experience, I help you explore your own experience to recognize your essence. Your essence is the place within you that remains untouched by the drama of everyday life. Thus, your nature is peace.
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I share free group meetings, which begin with a 45-minute guided meditation, followed by open conversation. I also offer single private sessions (one hour each) and a private bespoke program (3 months+) for those who are looking for a deeper immersion. Everything is online so you can connect from anywhere in the world.
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This is for anyone who yearns to find peace within. Whether you’re new to this exploration or have been engaged with it for decades, this work is for you. It’s especially suited to those who have read and listened widely and now want to make the understanding their own.
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Sessions are conversational and tailored to your specific needs. I see myself as a mentor or a friend, not a teacher. My intention is to guide you to find the answer in your own experience—to notice the peace that is already present, albeit overlooked.
Ways To Work With Me
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Free Monthly Meetings
Join me online for meditation and conversation. Suitable for everyone.
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Private Sessions
An hour of online guidance on the direct path to peace.
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Essence: Bespoke Program
Design your own private journey with me, with weekly sessions and daily support.
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