Whatever the depth of suffering we are currently afflicted with, many of us, if we examine our lives deeply are not really suffering that much beyond fear. And that may feel extraordinarily real. If you are undergoing extreme stress, anxiety or feelings of worthlessness, feel free to contact me. I cannot answer all messages personally,…

Beloved readers, Many of you have asked me about the ancient Hawaiian Ho’oponopono prayer and how to practise it. The practice of Ho’oponopono consists of four simple steps: Step 1: Repentance – Say: ‘I’M SORRY…’ Step 2: Ask Forgiveness – Say: ‘PLEASE FORGIVE ME…’ Step 3: Gratitude – Say: ‘THANK YOU…’ Step 4: Love – Say: ‘I…

Vipassana is known internationally as a silent meditation retreat program. What is the philosophy behind this program? In the Buddhist tradition, vipassanā (Pāli) or vipaśyanā (Sanskrit: विपश्यन) is to see into the nature of reality or as the official Vipassana website claims, it means to “see things as they really are.” अत्तदीपा विहरथ अत्तसरणा अनञ्‍ञसरणा। धम्मदीपा विहरथ धम्मसरणा अनञ्‍ञसरणा।। “Make…

Blue Mountains, Australia, 2010, I was enrolled in the most dreaded thing on my bucket list—my first Vipassana. Vipassana is a 10-day retreat in which participants take a vow of silence and are strongly encouraged to follow the program’s strict laws which include meditating for at least 10 hours per day, abandoning all communication devices…

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