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Vipassana (Insight) Meditation

Vipassana (Insight) Meditation

Published on June 11, 2007
By Timothy Burgin

Insight or vipassana meditation is Buddhist style of meditation which focuses the mind on the present sensations arrising in the body.

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3 responses to “Vipassana (Insight) Meditation”

  1. vmaruna Avatar
    vmaruna

    I just have read about Antar Mouna “Inner silence” meditation. Can you share few thoughts on this please.

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  2. P S Patankar Avatar
    P S Patankar

    Namaskar I want to know about techniques to quiet my mind and Vipashana.Thanks and regards.

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  3. Olivia Chen Avatar
    Olivia Chen

    The concept of non-judgmental observation while meditating is fascinating. As someone who struggles with anxiety, I’m excited to learn how Vipassana meditation can help me develop a deeper understanding and acceptance of my thoughts and feelings.

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Timothy Burgin
Timothy Burgin is a Kripalu & Pranakriya trained yoga instructor living and teaching in Asheville, NC. Timothy has studied and taught many styles of yoga and has completed a 500-hour Advanced Pranakriya Yoga training. Timothy has been serving as the Executive Director of YogaBasics.com since 2000. He has authored two yoga books and has written over 500 articles on the practice and philosophy of yoga. Timothy is also the creator of Japa Mala Beads and has been designing and importing mala beads since 2004.
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