Our Approach to Teaching
We view meditation not as clearing the mind or attaining a flawless state of zen. It's about learning to stay with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning mind, or that odd itch that crops up minutes into practice.
Our team combines decades of practice across diverse traditions. Some found meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal upheavals, and a few stumbled 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 has a unique way of conveying concepts. Ravi often uses everyday-life analogies, while Ananya draws on psychology. We've found different styles resonate with different people, so you may feel a stronger connection to certain approaches.
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 his meditation practice in 1998 after burnout in his software engineering career. He studied Vipassana in Myanmar for three years and later trained in Zen meditation in Japan. What sets him apart is his talent for explaining ancient ideas with surprisingly modern analogies—he once likened the wandering mind to 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 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 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 oversimplifying. Students often say she helps them grasp not just how to meditate, but why these practices arose and what they’re truly meant to achieve.
Why We Teach This Way
After years of practice and teaching, we've found that meditation is most effective when it's demystified. We don't promise enlightenment or guaranteed peace. Instead, we focus on developing skills to face life's inevitable challenges with greater awareness and calmer reactivity.
Our courses begin in September 2026, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking time to thoughtfully decide 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 changed our lives in subtle but profound ways, and we've seen it do the same for many others.