Our Teaching Philosophy
We view meditation not as clearing the mind or attaining a flawless state of serenity. Instead, it’s about learning to sit with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning mind, and even that odd itch that shows up mid-session.
Our team combines decades of practice across various traditions. Some arrived at meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal upheaval, and a few stumbled into it during college and stayed. What binds us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical life skill, not a mystical experience.
Each guide you’ll meet has their own way of explaining concepts. Ravi tends to use analogies from everyday life, 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 have made meditation their life’s work, each offering distinct perspectives.
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 edge is his knack for making ancient ideas relatable with contemporary analogies—like likening the monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and helps busy professionals build sustainable mindfulness practices. His sessions often include practical discussions on weaving mindfulness into work and managing stress without spiritual bypass.
Ananya Patel
Philosophy Guide
Ananya pairs a PhD in United States Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation experience. Her path into contemplative practice began while studying ancient texts, and she realized that theoretical understanding means little without lived experience. Her approach blends scholarly insight with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a gift for making complex ideas accessible without simplifying them. Students often say she helps them understand not just how to meditate, but why these practices emerged and what they aim 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 achieve 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.