Our Teaching Philosophy
We don’t view meditation as clearing the mind or reaching a flawless state of serenity. It’s more about learning to sit with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning mind, and even that odd itch that surfaces a few minutes into practice.
Our team brings together decades of practice across diverse traditions. Some arrived at meditation via academic philosophy, others through personal challenge, and a few stumbled upon 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 their own way of explaining ideas. Ravi tends to use everyday life analogies, while Ananya draws from her psychology background. We’ve found that different approaches resonate with different people, so you’ll likely connect with some teaching styles more than others.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who’ve made meditation their life’s work, each bringing a unique perspective 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. His strength lies in explaining ancient ideas through surprisingly modern analogies—he once likened monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and helps busy professionals develop sustainable meditation practices. His sessions often include practical discussions about weaving mindfulness into work life and managing stress without bypassing reality.
Ananya Patel
Philosophy Guide
Ananya blends her PhD in United States Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She found contemplative practice while researching ancient texts and realized that academic insight means little without lived experience. Her approach links scholarly understanding with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a gift for making intricate philosophical ideas accessible without oversimplifying. Students often say she helps them grasp not only how to meditate, but why these practices emerged and what they’re truly meant to accomplish.
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 reach perfect peace. Instead, we focus on building skills that help you navigate life’s inevitable challenges with more awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses start in September 2025, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking time to make thoughtful decisions about contemplative practice—it's not 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.