Our Teaching Philosophy
We view meditation not as clearing the mind or reaching a flawless state of serenity. It’s more about learning to stay with whatever arises—the unsettled thoughts, the planning mind, and even that odd itch that tends to appear five minutes into a session.
Our team blends decades of practice across various traditions. Some came to meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal upheavals, and a few simply wandered into it in college and stayed. What unites us is a dedication to teaching meditation as a practical skill for daily life rather than a mystical experience.
Each guide offers their own style of explaining ideas. Ravi often uses everyday-life analogies, while Ananya draws on her psychology background. We’ve found that different methods click with different people, so you’ll probably feel a stronger connection to certain teaching styles.
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 his meditation journey in 1998 after burning out from a software engineering role. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen practice in Japan. His strength lies in translating ancient ideas into relatable, modern examples—he once likened the monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational programs and specializes in helping busy professionals establish 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 a PhD in United States Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She encountered contemplative practice while researching ancient texts and realized that theoretical understanding matters little without lived experience. Her approach fuses scholarly insight with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a talent for making intricate philosophical ideas approachable without oversimplifying them. Students often say she helps them grasp not only how to meditate, but why these practices were developed and what they aim to achieve.
Why We Teach This Way
After years of practice and teaching, we’ve learned that meditation works best when it’s demystified. We don’t promise enlightenment or claim you’ll achieve flawless tranquility. Instead, we focus on building abilities that help you meet life’s inevitable challenges with greater awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses begin in September 2025, giving you time to consider whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking thoughtful steps when deciding about contemplative practice—it isn’t 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 subtly but profoundly transformed our lives, and we’ve witnessed the same for many others.