Doing Time, Doing Vipassana: The Documentary About the Tihar Jail Program
The story behind the real 1997 documentary that captured the original Vipassana course inside Delhi's Tihar Jail.
What Does the Word ‘Vipassana’ Actually Mean?
Vipassana comes from vi and passana, seeing things as they really are, not just watching. Here is the real word origin and what it means in practice.
Books Worth Reading About Vipassana and Goenkaji’s Teaching
Real, verified books worth reading about Vipassana and Goenkaji's teaching, and why none of them replace the actual 10-day course.
What to Wear During a Vipassana Course (Dress Code Explained)
What to actually wear to a Vipassana course: modest, comfortable clothing rules straight from the official guidance, explained simply.
How to Pronounce Vipassana (and What the Word Actually Sounds Like)
How to actually say Vipassana, the common English pronunciation versus the careful Pali version, and why both are used.
Meaningful Vipassana and Dhamma Quotes
A carefully sourced collection of real, verified quotes from S.N. Goenka, U Ba Khin, and the Dhammapada, not paraphrases circulating online as quotes.
What Are the Real Benefits of Vipassana Meditation?
What people actually notice after a Vipassana course: calmer reactions, better sleep, clearer focus, and what the research says versus what is still just personal experience.
How Do You Know If You’re Doing Vipassana the Right Way?
Worried you're "doing it wrong"? Here's why that worry is common, and what actually tells you if you're on track.
Is Vipassana Safe for Everyone? Real Health Guidance to Know Before You Apply
The real, official list of who should get medical clearance or wait before a 10-day Vipassana course.
Can Vipassana Help With Depression or PTSD? What the Official Guidance Actually Says
Before you apply for depression or PTSD, here's what Vipassana's own official guidance actually says, in plain language.
