Our Teaching Philosophy
We see meditation not as clearing the mind or reaching a perfect state of zen. It’s more like learning to sit with whatever arises — restless thoughts, the planning mind, or that odd itch that shows up about five minutes into sitting.
Our group spans decades of practice across traditions. Some found meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal challenges, and a few discovered it in college and stayed. We all share a commitment to presenting meditation as a practical life skill, not a mystical pursuit.
Each guide you’ll meet explains concepts in their own way. Ravi uses everyday-life analogies, while Ananya draws on psychology. Different approaches click with different people, so you’ll likely relate more to some teaching styles than others.
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 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 ability to explain ancient concepts with surprisingly modern analogies — he once compared the monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and helps busy professionals establish sustainable meditation practices. His sessions often include practical discussions about integrating 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 nothing 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 concepts accessible without dumbing them down. Her students often say she helps them understand not just how to meditate, but why these practices developed and what they're really meant to accomplish.
Why We Teach It This Way
Through years of practice and teaching, we’ve found that meditation thrives when it’s demystified. We don’t promise enlightenment or flawless peace; we focus on building skills to navigate life’s challenges with greater awareness and calmer responses.
Our courses begin in September 2025, allowing time to consider whether this approach resonates with you. We prefer thoughtful decisions about contemplative practice rather than rushing in on a momentary impulse.
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 subtly but profoundly changed our lives, and we’ve seen the same in many others.