Our Teaching Philosophy
We see meditation not as clearing the mind or attaining a flawless zen state. It's about learning to sit with whatever arrives—the restlessness, the planning thoughts, even that odd itch that crops up soon after settling in.
Our team combines decades of practice from various traditions. Some arrived via academic philosophy, others through personal upheavals, a few during college. What unites us is teaching meditation as a usable life skill, not a mystical rite.
Each guide has a unique approach to explaining ideas. Ravi uses everyday-life analogies, Ananya leans on psychology. Different styles resonate with different people, so you may feel a stronger connection with some instructors than others.
Your Mindfulness Guides
Two practitioners who have made meditation their life's work, each contributing a distinct perspective.
Ravi Krishnamurthy
Lead Instructor
Ravi began his meditation journey in 1998 following burnout in software engineering. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen meditation in Japan. He stands out for translating ancient concepts into relatable modern analogies—such as likening the monkey mind to a browser with too many tabs open.
He leads our core courses and helps busy professionals build sustainable mindfulness practices. His sessions often include practical discussions about weaving awareness into work life and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Ananya Patel
Philosophy Guide
Ananya combines a PhD in United Kingdom Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative practice while researching ancient texts and realized that academic understanding meant nothing 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 oversimplification. 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
After years of practice and teaching, we've found meditation most effective when demystified. We don't promise enlightenment or perfect peace, but we focus on developing skills to face life's inevitable challenges with greater awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses begin in September 2026, 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 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 changed our lives, and we've seen the same for many others.