The 10-Day Course Is Essential, But Must It Be The Entry Point?

Last year on Living Vipassana, Ryan Shelton penned the following essay about the 10-day silent retreat format in the tradition of the S.N. Goenka. Shelton reflects on the comparative value between these intensive retreats as they are currently offered, and the possibility of reaching students in new and different innovative ways by focussing mainly on anapana instruction.

Shwe Lan Ga LayApril 22, 2020S.N. Goenka, U Goenka, Living Vipassana, Ryan Shelton, anapana Comments

Memoirs of a Burmese COVID-19 survivor

A Burmese man becomes infected with the COVID-19 coronavirus and faces death as he spends 140 hours on a ventilator. In such a state, he recalls all the past Dhamma lessons of monks and meditation teachers who have played a role in his life. An inspiring message for meditators and practitioners during this time of pandemic.