Our Teaching Philosophy
We see meditation as not about clearing the mind or attaining a flawless state of calm. It's more about learning to sit with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning thoughts, and even that odd itch that tends to appear a few minutes in.
Our team spans decades of practice across diverse traditions. Some arrived at meditation via academic philosophy, others through personal upheavals, and a few discovered 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 has a unique way of presenting ideas. Ravi favors everyday-life analogies, while Ananya draws on her psychology background. We've found that various approaches resonate with different people, so you'll probably connect more with some teaching styles 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 burning out from his software engineering career. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen in Japan. What distinguishes him is his knack for explaining ancient ideas through surprisingly contemporary analogies—he once likened the monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and focuses on helping busy professionals cultivate sustainable meditation practices. His sessions frequently include practical discussions on weaving mindfulness into work life and handling stress without spiritual bypassing.
Ananya Patel
Philosophy Guide
Ananya combines a 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 means little without experiential insight. Her approach links scholarly understanding with practical application.
She guides our deeper philosophical inquiries and retreat programs. Ananya has a talent for rendering complex philosophical ideas accessible without oversimplification. Students often say she helps them grasp not just how to meditate, but why these practices emerged and what they aim to achieve.
Why We Teach This Way
After years of practice and teaching, we've found that meditation thrives when demystified. We don't promise enlightenment or guarantee perfect peace. Instead, we focus on developing skills to help you navigate life's inevitable challenges with greater awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses begin in September 2025, giving you time to determine whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking time to make thoughtful choices about contemplative practice—it's not something to rush into from 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 changed our lives in subtle yet profound ways, and we’ve seen it do the same for many others.