Our Teaching Philosophy
We don’t view meditation as a way to empty the mind or reach a flawless state of serenity. It’s more about learning to stay with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning brain, and even that peculiar itch that shows up five minutes into sitting.
Our team brings together decades of practice across various traditions. Some of us found meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal upheaval, and a few wandered into it in college and stayed. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical life skill rather than a mystical experience.
Each guide you meet has their own way of conveying ideas. Ravi favors everyday-life analogies, while Ananya draws on her psychology background. We’ve observed that different approaches resonate with different people, so you’ll likely feel a stronger connection to certain teaching styles.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who’ve made meditation their life's work, each bringing a distinct perspective to the practice
Ravi Krishnamurthy
Lead Instructor
Ravi began practicing in 1998 after burnout in his software engineering career. He spent three years learning Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen meditation in Japan. His gift lies in explaining ancient concepts with surprisingly modern analogies—he once likened a monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and focuses on helping busy professionals cultivate sustainable meditation habits. 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 Germany Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative practice while researching ancient texts and realized that academic understanding means little without lived experience. Her method bridges scholarly insight with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a knack for making complex philosophical ideas accessible without oversimplifying them. 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 We Teach This Way
After years of practice and teaching, we’ve learned that meditation is most effective when it’s demystified. We don’t promise enlightenment or claim you’ll attain perfect peace. Instead, we aim to build 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 sit with whether this approach resonates. We believe in taking time to make thoughtful decisions about contemplative practice—it isn’t 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 quietly but profoundly transformed our lives, and we’ve witnessed the same in many others.