Our Teaching Philosophy
We see meditation not as clearing the mind or reaching a flawless state of calm. It’s about sitting with whatever arises—the swirl of thoughts, the planning mind, and even that nagging itch that shows up a few minutes in.
Our team combines decades of practice from various traditions. Some came to meditation via academic philosophy, others through personal upheaval, and a few simply discovered it in college and stayed. We all share a commitment to teaching meditation as a usable life skill, not a mystical quest.
Each guide has a unique teaching style. Ravi favors everyday-life analogies, Ananya draws on psychology, and we’ve found that different methods resonate with different people, so you’ll connect with some styles more than 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 in software engineering. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen in Japan. He distinguishes himself by translating old ideas into relatable modern analogies, like equating the monkey mind with having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our core courses and helps busy professionals develop sustainable mindfulness practices, with pragmatic discussions on weaving awareness into work life and managing stress without bypassing reality.
Ananya Patel
Philosophy Guide
Ananya pairs a PhD in United Kingdom philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She found contemplative practice while studying ancient texts and realized that theoretical knowledge is hollow without lived experience. Her approach blends scholarly insight with practical application.
She guides our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a gift for making complex philosophical concepts accessible without dumbing them down. Her students often say she helps them understand not just how to meditate, but why these practices developed and what they're really meant to accomplish.
Why We Teach This Way
After years of practice and teaching, we've found meditation benefits from being demystified. We don't promise enlightenment or perfect peace; we focus on developing skills to face life's challenges with greater awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses begin in September 2025, allowing you to decide if this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking time to thoughtfully choose contemplative practice—not rushing in on a transient enthusiasm.
If you're curious about learning meditation as a practical life skill rather than a spiritual pursuit, we’d be glad to guide you. The practice has subtly yet profoundly transformed our lives, and we've witnessed similar changes in many others.