Our Approach to Teaching
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 busy planning, even that quirky itch that shows up a few minutes into sitting.
Our team brings together many years of practice across varied traditions. Some arrived at meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal upheavals, and a few simply found it in college and stayed. What we share is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical life skill rather than a mystical experience.
Each guide you'll meet has their own way of explaining concepts. Ravi tends to use everyday-life analogies, while Ananya draws from her background in psychology. We've found that different approaches resonate with different people, so you’ll likely connect more strongly with certain teaching styles.
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 talent for explaining ancient concepts with 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 sustain 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 pairs 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 meant 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 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 This Way
Over years of practice and instruction we've found meditation benefits from being demystified. We won't promise enlightenment or perfect serenity. Instead, we concentrate on cultivating skills to meet life's challenges with greater awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses start in September 2026, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We value taking deliberate time to decide about contemplative practice—not something to rush into 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 seen the same happen for many others.