Our Teaching Philosophy
We don’t view meditation as a way to erase thoughts or attain an ideal state of serenity. It’s more like learning to sit with whatever arises—the restless mind, the planning mode, and even that odd itch that pops up a few minutes into practice.
Our team spans decades of practice across diverse traditions. Some arrived at meditation through academic philosophy, others through personal upheavals, and a few discovered it in college and never looked back. What unites us is a commitment to teaching meditation as a practical skill for everyday life, not a mystical pursuit.
Each guide brings a distinct way of explaining concepts. Ravi Kapoor tends to illustrate ideas with everyday analogies, while Ananya Singh blends psychology into her explanations. 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 made meditation a lifelong commitment, each offering a unique perspective on the practice
Ravi Kapoor
Lead Instructor
Ravi began a meditation practice in 1998 after burnout in 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 knack for explaining ancient ideas with surprisingly contemporary analogies—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 weaving mindfulness into work life and managing stress without spiritual bypassing.
Ananya Singh
Philosophy Guide
Ananya combines her PhD in Germany Philosophy with fifteen years of personal meditation practice. She discovered contemplative practice while researching ancient texts and realized that scholarly understanding holds little value without experiential knowledge. Her approach bridges rigorous insight with practical application.
She guides our deeper philosophical explorations and retreat programs. Ananya has a gift 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 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 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 2026, giving you time to reflect on whether this approach resonates with you. We believe in taking a thoughtful pause before committing to contemplative practice—it isn’t something to rush into merely from 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 changed our lives in subtle but profound ways, and we’ve seen it do the same for many others.