Our Teaching Philosophy
We don't believe meditation is about emptying the mind or reaching a flawless state of zen. It's more like learning to stay with whatever arises – the restless thoughts, the planning mind, even that peculiar itch that shows up midway through sitting.
Our team brings together decades of practice across traditions. Some arrived via academic philosophy, others through personal upheaval, and a few just stumbled into it in college and never left. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical skill for life, not a mystical experience.
Each guide has their own way of conveying ideas. Ravi tends to use everyday-life analogies, while Ananya draws from psychology. We've found different approaches resonate with different people, so you’ll likely connect with certain teaching styles more than others.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who have made meditation their life's work, each offering a distinct perspective on the practice
Ravi Krishnamurthy
Lead Instructor
Ravi began meditating in 1998 after burnout in software engineering. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen meditation in Japan. He stands out by explaining ancient concepts with surprisingly modern analogies – once likening 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 integrating mindfulness into work life and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Ananya Patel
Philosophy Guide
Ananya pairs her PhD in United Kingdom Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative practice while researching ancient texts and realized that theoretical knowledge is meaningless without experiential understanding. Her approach links scholarly insight with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a gift for making intricate philosophical ideas accessible without oversimplifying. Students often say she helps them grasp not only how to meditate, but why these practices arose and what they aim to achieve.
Why We Teach This Way
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 that help you navigate life’s inevitable challenges with greater awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses begin in September 2025, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates. We believe in taking time to make thoughtful choices about 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 seen it do the same for many others.