Our Teaching Philosophy
We see meditation not as clearing the mind or reaching a flawless state of serenity. It’s more about learning to sit with whatever arises—the busy thoughts, the planning mind, and even that odd itch that tends to appear a few minutes into practice.
Our team combines decades of practice across diverse traditions. Some pursued meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal upheaval, and a few stumbled upon it in college and stayed. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical life skill, not a mystical experience.
Each guide brings their own way of explaining ideas. Ravi tends to use everyday-life analogies, while Ananya draws from psychology. We’ve found that different approaches click with different people, so you’ll likely connect with some teaching styles more than others.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who’ve made meditation their life’s work, 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 knack for explaining ancient ideas using 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 cultivate sustainable meditation practices. His sessions often include practical discussions on integrating 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 discovered contemplative practice while researching ancient texts and realized that academic insight means little without lived experience. Her approach merges scholarly understanding with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a gift for clarifying complex philosophical ideas without diluting them. Students often say she helps them grasp not just how to meditate, but why these practices emerged and what they’re truly meant to achieve.
Why We Teach This Way
After years of practice and teaching, we’ve learned that meditation works best when it’s approachable. We don’t promise enlightenment or claim you’ll reach perfect inner calm. Instead, we focus on building skills that help you navigate life’s inevitable challenges with greater 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 time to thoughtfully decide about contemplative practice—it isn’t 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 altered our lives in subtle but meaningful ways, and we’ve witnessed the same for many others.