Our Teaching Philosophy
We believe meditation isn’t about forcing the mind to vanish or attaining a flawless state of serenity. It’s more like learning to sit with whatever arises—the busy stream of thoughts, the planning mindset, and even that pesky itch that tends to show up a few minutes in.
Our team brings together decades of practice across diverse traditions. Some members arrived at meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal upheaval, and a few simply stumbled upon it during 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’ll encounter has their own way of explaining ideas. Ravi leans on everyday analogies, while Ananya draws from her psychology background. We’ve found that different approaches resonate for different people, so you’re likely to connect with certain teaching styles more than others.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who have made meditation their life’s work, each offering a unique perspective on the practice
Ravi Krishnamurthy
Lead Instructor
Ravi began meditating in 1998 after burnout from his software engineering career. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen practice in Japan. What sets him apart is his knack for explaining ancient concepts with surprisingly modern analogies—he once described the monkey mind as having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and specializes in 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 United States 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 approach bridges scholarly insight with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a talent for making intricate philosophical ideas accessible without oversimplifying. Students often say she helps them grasp not only how to meditate, but why these practices evolved and what they aim to achieve.
Why We Teach This Way
After years of practice and teaching, we’ve learned that meditation thrives when it’s demystified. We don’t promise enlightenment or claim you’ll reach perfect inner peace. Instead, we focus on building skills that help you face life’s inevitable challenges with greater awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses begin in September 2026, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking the time to make thoughtful choices 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 transformed our lives in subtle yet profound ways, and we’ve seen it do the same for many others.