Our Teaching Philosophy
We view meditation not as clearing the mind or attaining a perfect zen state. It’s more about learning to sit with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning tendencies, even that peculiar itch that shows up midway through a session.
Our team brings together decades of practice across diverse traditions. Some arrived at meditation via academic philosophy, others through personal upheavals, and a few simply wandered into 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 meet has their own way of explaining ideas. Ravi K. tends to use everyday-life analogies, while Ananya P. draws from her psychology background. We’ve found that different approaches click with different people, so you’ll likely resonate with certain teaching styles more than others.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who’ve devoted their lives to meditation, each bringing a distinct perspective to the practice
Ravi K.
Lead Instructor
Ravi began meditating in 1998 after burnout in his software engineering career. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen practice in Japan. What makes him stand out is his talent for translating ancient ideas into relatable, modern comparisons—one memorable moment he likened the monkey mind to having an excessive number of browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and specializes in helping busy professionals cultivate sustainable meditation practices. His sessions frequently include practical discussions on weaving mindfulness into work life and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Ananya P.
Philosophy Guide
Ananya combines her PhD in United Kingdom Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative discipline while researching ancient texts and realized that academic understanding is hollow without lived experience. Her approach fuses scholarly insight with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a gift for rendering complex philosophical ideas accessible without oversimplification. Students often say she helps them grasp not only how to meditate, but why these practices arose and what they’re truly meant to accomplish.
Why We Teach This Way
After years of practice and teaching, we’ve learned that meditation thrives when it’s made approachable. We don’t promise enlightenment or claim you’ll reach perfect calm. 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 believe in taking thoughtful time to decide about contemplative practice—it’s not something to rush based on a momentary spark.
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 transformed our lives in quiet yet profound ways, and we’ve witnessed it do the same for many others.