Our Teaching Philosophy
We don’t see meditation as simply clearing your mind or reaching a flawless state of calm. It’s more about learning to sit with whatever arises—our restless thoughts, the planning mind, and even that peculiar itch that crops up five minutes into sitting.
Our team combines decades of practice across diverse traditions. Some arrived at meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal turning points, and a few stumbled into it in college and never left. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical, everyday skill rather than a mystical rite.
Each guide you’ll meet has their own way of explaining concepts. Ravi tends to lean on everyday-life analogies, while Ananya draws from her psychology background. We’ve found that different approaches resonate with different people, so you’ll likely connect more with certain teaching styles.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who’ve made meditation their life's work, each bringing a distinct perspective to the practice
Ravi Krishnamurthy
Lead Instructor
Ravi began his practice in 1998 after burnout from his software engineering career. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen meditation in Japan. He stands out for his talent in making ancient ideas relatable through surprisingly modern analogies—he once compared the monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and specializes in helping busy professionals establish sustainable meditation habits. His sessions often include practical discussions about weaving mindfulness into work life and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Ananya Patel
Philosophy Guide
Ananya combines her PhD in United Kingdom Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative practice while researching ancient texts and realized that scholarly understanding means little without experiential knowledge. Her approach links intellectual insight with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a knack for rendering complex philosophical ideas accessible without oversimplifying them. Students often say she helps them grasp not only how to meditate but why these practices arose and what they’re truly meant to accomplish.
Why We Teach This Way
After years of practice and teaching, we’ve learned that meditation works best when it’s demystified. We don’t promise enlightenment or claim you’ll reach perfect peace. Instead, we focus on building skills that help you meet life’s inevitable challenges with more awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses begin in September 2025, giving you time to consider whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking the time to make thoughtful choices about contemplative practice—it isn’t something to rush into based on momentary enthusiasm.
If you’re curious about learning meditation as a practical life skill rather than a spiritual pursuit, we’d be honored to guide your exploration. The practice has subtly yet profoundly transformed our lives, and we’ve witnessed it do the same for many others.