Our Teaching Philosophy
We believe meditation isn’t about clearing the mind or reaching a perfect state of zen. It’s more about learning to sit with whatever arises—the restless thoughts, the planning mind, even that odd itch that shows up five minutes into practice.
Our team blends decades of experience across different traditions. Some of us arrived at meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal challenge, and a few stumbled into it in college and never looked back. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical life skill, not a mystical experience.
Each guide has their own way of explaining concepts. R. typically uses everyday analogies, while A. draws on her psychology background. We’ve found that different approaches resonate with different people, so you’ll likely connect more strongly with certain teaching styles.
Your Meditation Guides
Two practitioners who’ve made meditation their life’s work, each bringing a unique perspective to the practice
R. Krishnamurthy
Lead Instructor
R. began practicing meditation in 1998 after burnout from a software engineering career. He spent three years studying Vipassana in Myanmar and later trained in Zen practice in Japan. What sets him apart is his knack for explaining age-old 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 habits. His sessions often include practical discussions about integrating mindfulness into work life and handling stress without spiritual bypassing.
A. Singh
Philosophy Guide
A. 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 academic understanding matters little without experiential knowledge. Her approach links scholarly insight with practical application.
She leads our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. A. has a gift for making complex philosophical ideas accessible without oversimplifying. Students often note that she helps them grasp not just 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 found that meditation works best when it’s demystified. We don’t promise enlightenment or claim you’ll achieve 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 Fall 2026, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in 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 quietly transformed our lives, and we’ve seen it do the same for many others.