Our Teaching Philosophy
We view meditation not as clearing the mind or reaching a flawless state of calm. It's about learning to stay with whatever arises—the busy thoughts, the planning mind, even that odd itch that crops up a few minutes into sitting.
Our team combines decades of practice across varied traditions. Some found meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal challenges, a few while in college and never left. What we share is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical life skill rather than a mystical experience.
Each guide explains concepts in their own way. Ravi uses everyday-life analogies, Ananya leans on psychology. Different approaches resonate differently; you’ll likely connect more with certain teaching styles.
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 meditating in 1998 following burnout from his software engineering career. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen in Japan. He stands out for translating ancient ideas into contemporary analogies—he likened monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and helps busy professionals cultivate sustainable meditation practices. His sessions often include practical discussions about weaving mindfulness into work life and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Ananya Patel
Philosophy Guide
Ananya combines 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 understanding meant little without experiential knowledge. Her approach bridges scholarly insight with practical application.
She guides our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a gift for making complex philosophical ideas accessible without oversimplifying. Students often say she helps them understand not just how to meditate, but why these practices formed and what they're meant to achieve.
Why We Teach This Way
After years of practice and teaching, we've learned meditation is most effective when demystified. We don't promise enlightenment or perfect peace; instead, we focus on building skills to navigate life's challenges with greater awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses begin in September 2025, giving you time to decide if this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking time to thoughtfully choose contemplative practice—not rushing based on fleeting 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 changed our lives in subtle but profound ways, and we've seen it do the same for many others.