Our Approach to Teaching Meditation
We see meditation as more than simply clearing the mind or reaching an ideal state of calm. It’s about learning to sit with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning mind, and even that peculiar itch that pops up a few minutes into practice.
Our team blends decades of practice across diverse traditions. Some arrived via academic philosophy, others through personal challenges, and a few discovered it during college and stayed. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical skill for daily living rather than a mystical experience.
Each guide brings their own way of explaining ideas. One guide tends to use everyday-life analogies, while another draws from a psychology background. We’ve found that different approaches resonate with different people, so you’ll likely connect with certain teaching styles more than others.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who’ve committed their lives to meditation, each offering a distinct perspective
Ravi K.
Lead Instructor
Ravi began meditating after burnout from his software engineering career. He studied Vipassana in Myanmar for three years and later trained in Zen practice in Japan. What sets him apart is his knack for explaining ancient concepts with surprisingly modern analogies—he once likened the mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and specializes in helping busy professionals establish sustainable mindfulness practices. His sessions often include practical discussions about weaving mindfulness into work life and handling stress without spiritual bypassing.
Ananya P.
Philosophy Guide
Ananya combines a PhD in Some Country Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative work while researching ancient texts and realized that academic understanding means little without lived experience. Her approach bridges scholarly insight with practical application.
She guides our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a talent for making complex 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 achieve.
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 begin in September 2024, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking time to thoughtfully decide 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 transformed our lives in subtle but meaningful ways, and we’ve seen it do the same for many others.