Our Teaching Philosophy
We view meditation not as a task of emptying the mind or reaching a flawless state of serenity. It’s more about sitting with whatever arises—the bustling thoughts, the planning mindset, and even that peculiar itch that shows up five minutes into sitting.
Our team brings together decades of practice across diverse traditions. Some of us encountered meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal upheaval, and a few stumbled into it in college and never left. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical life skill rather than a mystical pursuit.
Each guide you’ll meet has a distinct way of conveying ideas. Ravi tends to use everyday-life analogies, while Ananya draws from her psychology background. We’ve found that different approaches resonate with different people, so you’re likely to connect more with certain teaching styles.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who’ve made meditation their lifelong vocation, each bringing a unique perspective to the practice
Ravi Krishnamurthy
Lead Instructor
Ravi began meditating 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. What sets him apart is his talent for explaining ancient ideas through surprisingly contemporary analogies—he once likened the monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and specializes in helping busy professionals cultivate sustainable meditation practices. His sessions frequently include practical discussions on weaving mindfulness into work life and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Ananya Patel
Philosophy Guide
Ananya blends her PhD in United Kingdom Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She first encountered contemplative practice while researching ancient texts and realized that academic understanding means little without experiential insight. Her approach connects scholarly rigor with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a gift for rendering complex philosophical concepts accessible without oversimplification. Students often say she helps them grasp not only how to meditate but why these practices emerged and what they aim to achieve.
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 achieve perfect inner calm. Instead, we focus on building skills that help you navigate life’s inevitable challenges with more awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses begin in September 2025, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking a thoughtful, unhurried approach to contemplative practice—it’s not something to rush 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 but profoundly transformed our lives, and we’ve witnessed it do the same for many others.