Our Teaching Philosophy
We view meditation not as clearing the mind or reaching a flawless state of zen. It’s about learning to sit with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning mind, and even that odd itch that tends to show up a few minutes into practice.
Our team blends decades of practice across diverse traditions. Some arrived via academic philosophy, others through personal crisis, and a few stumbled into it during college and stayed. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical life skill rather than a mystical experience.
Each guide has a unique way of explaining concepts. Ravi uses everyday-life analogies, while Ananya draws from psychology. Since different approaches resonate with different people, you’ll likely connect more with some teaching styles than with others.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who've made meditation their life's work, each bringing unique perspectives to the practice
Ravi Krishnamurthy
Lead Instructor
Ravi began practicing meditation in 1998 after burnout from a software engineering career. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen meditation in Japan. His strength lies in conveying ancient concepts through relatable modern analogies—he’s even likened the monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and helps busy professionals establish sustainable meditation habits. His sessions often include practical discussions about weaving mindfulness into work and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Ananya Patel
Philosophy Guide
Ananya blends a PhD in United Kingdom Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative practice while researching ancient texts and realized that academic understanding means little without experiential knowledge. Her approach bridges scholarly insight with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a gift for making complex philosophical concepts accessible without dumbing them down. Students often say she helps them understand not just how to meditate, but why these practices developed and what they’re truly meant to achieve.
Why This Approach to Teaching
After years of practice and teaching, we’ve found 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 to navigate life’s inevitable challenges with greater awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses start in September 2025, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking thoughtful time to decide about contemplative practice—it’s not 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 but profoundly transformed our lives, and we’ve witnessed the same transformation in many others.