Our Teaching Philosophy
We believe that meditation isn’t about emptying the mind or reaching a flawless state of serenity. It’s more like learning to sit with whatever arises—the racing thoughts, the planning brain, and even that peculiar itch that shows up midway through seated practice.
Our team blends decades of practice across diverse traditions. Some arrived at meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal upheaval, and a few discovered it in college and never left. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical skill for everyday life rather than a mystical experience.
Each guide has their own way of explaining ideas. Ravi K. tends to use familiar, real-life analogies, while Anya P. draws from her psychology background. We’ve found that different approaches click with different people, so you’ll likely resonate with some teaching styles more than others.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who’ve made meditation their life’s work, each offering a distinct perspective on the practice
Ravi K.
Lead Instructor
Ravi K. began meditating in 1998 after burnout from his software engineering career. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen practice in Japan. What distinguishes him is his knack for explaining ancient ideas with surprisingly modern comparisons—he once likened the monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and specializes in helping busy professionals cultivate sustainable meditation practices. His sessions often include practical discussions on weaving mindfulness into work life and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Anya P.
Philosophy Guide
Anya P. combines her PhD in United Kingdom Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative practice while researching ancient texts and realized that scholarly understanding means little without experiential knowledge. Her approach links rigorous insight with practical application.
She guides our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Anya has a gift for making complex philosophical ideas accessible without oversimplifying them. Students often say she helps them understand not only how to meditate, but why these practices arose and what they’re truly 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 achieve perfect peace. Instead, we focus on developing skills that help you navigate life’s inevitable challenges with greater awareness and less reactivity.
Our courses begin in September 2025, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking the 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 transformed our lives in subtle but meaningful ways, and we’ve seen it do the same for many others.