Our Approach to Teaching
We don’t see meditation as a way to clear the mind or reach a flawless state of serenity. It’s more like learning to sit with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning brain, even that odd itch that pops up five minutes into practice.
Our team blends decades of practice from various traditions. Some arrived at meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal upheaval, 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 experience.
Each guide brings a distinct way of explaining ideas. Ravi tends to rely on everyday analogies, while Ananya draws on her psychology background. We’ve found that different styles resonate with different people, so you’re likely to connect with particular approaches more than others.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who’ve made meditation their life’s work, each bringing a unique viewpoint 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 knack for making ancient ideas relatable through surprisingly modern analogies—he once likened the monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and helps busy professionals build sustainable meditation practices. His sessions often include practical discussions on 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 insight means little without experiential knowing. Her approach bridges scholarly understanding with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a knack for rendering complex philosophical ideas approachable without oversimplifying. Students often say she helps them grasp not only how to meditate, but why these practices emerged and what they aim to achieve.
Why We Teach This Way
After years of practice and teaching, we’ve found that meditation thrives when it’s made accessible. We don’t promise enlightenment or claim you’ll attain 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 consider whether this approach resonates. We believe in taking a thoughtful, unhurried approach to choosing contemplative practice.
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 seen it do the same for many others.