Vipassana vs Meditation Apps: What Is Actually Different
Guided app sessions and a 10-day Vipassana course aren't the same thing. Here's an honest comparison of how they differ.
Can You Leave a Vipassana Course Early? What Really Happens
Yes, you can leave a Vipassana course early. Here's what the rules actually say, and why the tradition asks you not to.
What to Pack for a 10-Day Vipassana Course
No phones, no books, no perfume. Here's a realistic packing list for a 10-day Vipassana course, and what to leave at home.
Common Fears People Have Before Their First Vipassana Course
Scared of 10 days of silence or your own mind? Here's an honest look at the fears every first-timer has before Vipassana.
Old Student vs New Student: What Changes on a Repeat Vipassana Course
Complete one 10-day course and you become an "old student." Here's exactly what that changes about future courses.
What Is Noble Silence, and Why Does It Matter So Much
Noble Silence means no talking, no eye contact, no notes for 9 days straight. Here is why it works.
Who Leads Vipassana Today, After Goenka’s Death
S.N. Goenka died in 2013. Here is exactly how the worldwide Vipassana network kept running without him.
The Global Spread of Vipassana: From One Room in Mumbai to Dozens of Countries
One course, twelve students, 1969. Today Vipassana runs in over 90 countries. Here is how it grew.
How Vipassana Was Lost in India and Found Again in Burma
The Buddha taught Vipassana in India 2,500 years ago. Here is how it vanished there, then came back.
Sayagyi U Ba Khin: The Teacher Behind Goenka’s Teacher
U Ba Khin ran Burma's public accounts by day and taught Vipassana by evening. Here is his real story.