Our Teaching Philosophy
We believe meditation isn't about clearing the mind or attaining a flawless state of zen. It's more like learning to sit with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning mind, even that peculiar itch that always appears five minutes into sitting.
Our team blends decades of practice across diverse traditions. Some joined meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal challenges, and a few simply found it in college and stayed. 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 way of explaining concepts. Instead of Ravi, who tends to use everyday-life analogies, and Anika—who draws from a psychology background—are two examples of how different approaches resonate with different people. You’ll likely connect more deeply with certain teaching styles.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who've dedicated meditation to their life's work, each bringing a distinct perspective to the practice
Ravi K.
Lead Instructor
Ravi began meditating in 1998 after burnout from 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 ancient ideas through surprisingly modern analogies—he once compared monkey mind to having too many browser tabs open.
He leads our foundational courses and helps busy professionals cultivate sustainable meditation practices. His sessions often include practical discussions about bringing mindfulness into work life and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Anika Shah
Philosophy Guide
Anika 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 academic insight means little without experiential understanding. Her approach bridges scholarly understanding with practical application.
She guides our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Anika has a gift for making complex philosophical concepts accessible without oversimplifying. 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 serenity. 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 2025, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking time to make thoughtful decisions about contemplative practice—not rushing in on the basis of fleeting 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 subtly but profoundly transformed our lives, and we’ve witnessed the same for many others.