Our Teaching Philosophy
We don’t view meditation as clearing the mind or reaching some flawless zen state. It’s more about learning to sit with whatever arises—the buzzing thoughts, the planning brain, and even that peculiar itch that appears a few minutes into sitting.
Our group brings together decades of practice from diverse traditions. Some of us entered meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal upheaval, and a few found it during college and never left. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical life skill rather than a mystical experience.
Each guide you’ll meet has their own approach to explaining ideas. Rajiv tends to use everyday-life analogies, while Priya draws from her psychology background. We’ve discovered that different styles resonate with different people, so you’re likely to connect more with certain methods.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who have made meditation their life’s work, each bringing a distinct perspective to the practice
Ravi Krishnamurthy
Lead Instructor
Ravi began practicing in 1998 after burnout in 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 timeless concepts with surprisingly modern analogies—he once compared monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and focuses on helping busy professionals sustain meditation practices. His sessions often include practical discussions about weaving mindfulness into work life and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Anaya Shah
Philosophy Guide
Anaya combines her PhD in United Kingdom Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative work while researching ancient texts and realized that scholarly insight means little without lived experience. Her approach bridges rigorous study with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Anaya has a knack for making intricate philosophical ideas accessible without oversimplifying them. Students often say she helps them understand not just how to meditate, but why these practices developed and what they’re meant to accomplish.
Why We Teach This Way
After years of practice and teaching, we’ve learned that meditation is most effective when it’s accessible and practical. 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 greater awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses begin in September 2026, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We value taking time to make thoughtful decisions about contemplative practice—it isn’t 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 touched our lives in subtle but profound ways, and we’ve seen it do the same for many others.