Who Was Ledi Sayadaw? The Monk Who Revived Vipassana in Burma
Ledi Sayadaw was the Burmese monk who brought Vipassana out of the monastery. Here is his real story.
Should You Tell Family Before Going Silent for 10 Days?
No phone, no calls, no internet for 10 days. Here is how to prepare family and work before a Vipassana course, and how emergencies work.
What Do Psychologists and Therapists Say About Vipassana?
A balanced look at real research and clinical views on Vipassana, including both the findings and the cautions psychologists raise.
Does Vipassana Get Easier the More You Practice?
Sitting may get more comfortable over time, but Vipassana is not designed to become effortless. Here is what actually changes.
Can You Do a Vipassana Course If You’ve Never Meditated Before?
Worried you need meditation experience before a Vipassana course? Here is what the course actually requires from total beginners.
How Is Vipassana Different From Other Silent Meditation Retreats?
Silence looks the same everywhere. Here is what actually makes a Goenka Vipassana course structurally different from other silent retreats.
What’s Different About Doing Vipassana in India vs Abroad?
The technique and schedule are identical everywhere. Here is what actually changes between an Indian and a foreign course.
Why Goenkaji Taught Through Recorded Discourses
Honest scholars and practitioners have raised real questions about Goenka's lineage claims and teaching format. Here they are, fairly.
How Goenkaji’s Own Health Struggles Shaped the Technique He Taught
Goenka came to Vipassana chasing migraine relief, not enlightenment. That starting point shaped how he taught it for life.
What Is the Global Vipassana Pagoda in Mumbai, and Why Was It Built?
A 325-foot dome near Mumbai that seats 8,000 meditators and holds real Buddha relics. Here is its real story.
