Our Teaching Philosophy
We view meditation not as clearing the mind or reaching a flawless state of zen. It’s about learning to sit with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning mind, and even that peculiar itch that tends to appear a few minutes into practice.
Our team combines decades of practice across different traditions. Some arrived at meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal challenges, and a few discovered it in college and never looked back. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical life skill, not a mystical pursuit.
Each guide you’ll encounter brings a unique way of explaining ideas. Ravi often uses everyday analogies, while Ananya draws on her psychology background. We’ve found that different styles resonate with different people, so you’ll likely feel a stronger connection with particular approaches.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who have made meditation their life's work, each bringing a distinct perspective to 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 meditation in Japan. What sets him apart is his talent for explaining ancient concepts through surprisingly modern analogies—he once likened monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and specializes in helping 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 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 experiential knowledge. Her approach merges scholarly insight with practical application.
She guides our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya excels at making complex philosophical ideas accessible without oversimplifying them. Students often say she helps them understand not just how to meditate, but why these practices arose and what they’re truly meant to accomplish.
Why We Teach This Way
After years of practice and teaching, we’ve found that 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 the time to make thoughtful decisions about contemplative practice—it's not something to rush 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.