About the Author

Sierra is an artist, meditation teacher and writer based in Auckland, New Zealand. Originally from Hanoi, Vietnam, Sierra weaves the Eastern philosophy influence of her upbringing into all of her present-day work.

Sierra’s meditation journey began in her early twenties, which saw her spend 4 years on a spiritual path of Bhakti yoga. She considers meditation & mindfulness her foundational practices.Her mission is in supporting others to embrace a fully engaged way of living in the world, while not being attached to the outcome of any endeavors. 

In 2022, she founded The Grounded Circle community, a sanctuary for those seeking wellness through the grounding practices of meditation, cha dao (the way of tea), and art. Since January 2023, she has been running monthly Tea meditation circles, fostering connections and mindfulness at The Grounded Circle in Auckland. Sierra co-hosts the Grounded Circle podcast with her partner Dean in which they share stories and insights on navigating life in a more grounding way.

In recent years, Sierra has become increasingly celebrated for her writing and illustrations, channelling her personal life lessons into articles exploring meditation and the art of tea, published regularly on her website. She has also written, illustrated and published ebooks on various topics around spirituality and self-development.

In her cozy Auckland studio, she resides alongside her partner Dean, where they endeavor to cultivate a space brimming with simplicity, joy and love. Through Sierra’s art, teachings, and writing, she is excited to continue supporting all who cross her path.