Mindfulness of breathing does not become stable immediately because the mind is usually covered by the five hindrances (pañca nīvaraṇāni) — abhijjhā (craving), byāpāda (ill-will), thīna-middha (sloth and torpor), uddhacca-kukkucca (restlessness and remorse), and vicikicchā (doubt). These mental obstacles disturb attention, making the breath difficult to observe continuously. Therefore, establishing mindfulness of the breath requiresContinue reading “From Hindrances to Awakening: The Complete Map”
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31 planes of existence
Let us go over the 31 planes of existence which can be experienced by everyone during a day if someone is keen and sharp to see that indeed the mind keeps on oscillating among these existence. It’s time to go into every detail of it and understand what needs to be done in order notContinue reading “31 planes of existence”
10 improper views
IntroductionIn the Buddha’s teaching, liberation does not begin with rituals, beliefs, or external practices. It begins with seeing rightly. When our way of seeing reality is distorted, even sincere effort becomes misdirected. We may practice, give, study, or meditate—yet remain bound to suffering. This fundamental distortion is called micchā diṭṭhi (wrong view).The Buddha repeatedly emphasizedContinue reading “10 improper views”
Residential Meditation Retreat
Anumodana Sankalpa Dhyana Centre – A Space for Reflection, Discipline, and Inner Freedom Anumodana Sankalpa Dhyana Centre was inaugurated on 31st January, 2026 marking the formal beginning of a dedicated space created for sincere Dhamma practice, meditation, and inner transformation through a simple pooja and meditation to invoke the blessings of Gods and elders forContinue reading “Residential Meditation Retreat”
Steps for liberation
Search Previous Next Clear This blog is an attempt to present the Buddha’s path to liberation from saṁsāra in its complete and structured form. Beginning with the establishment of sīla, the path unfolds through the development of samādhi and culminates in paññā—the direct seeing that brings release. These are not separate practices, but interdependent trainingsContinue reading “Steps for liberation”
Nagpur retreat experience
From 17th Jan to 27th Jan, 2026, we had retreat at Nagpur with more than 45 participants achieving path to liberation and having understood dhamma on their own in these 10 days. The experiences have been breathtaking and most profound. It’s time to see the retreat in action through photographs and review comments.
Brisbane Retreat experience
We just concluded the retreat in Brisbane, QLD on 10th January 2026. There were good insights including understanding the stages of Sotapanna and beyond. The schedule that was prepared for 10 days worked very well and here are some of the retreat photographs worth noting on the experience they have had.
Day 7 – Vipassana Insight: The Five Elements and the Seizing Mind
Brisbane Retreat day 7 – Practical Vipassna Welcome to the Vipassana day !!!So today, what we are going to do is that in the next 2 hours almost 2 hours it’ll be continuous session. If you want to stretch your leg any time you can do so but do it slowly without disturbing your mind.Continue reading “Day 7 – Vipassana Insight: The Five Elements and the Seizing Mind”
Day 5 – The Path to Internal Joy and Noble Silence
Brisbane Retreat – Day 5: Morning Practice Entering into 2nd jhāna Ready? Make your body upright. Relax the body. And now observe the sweat or any other sensation that is appearing the body. Move your attention from the top of the head to the tip of the toe. Scanning part by part of your body.Continue reading “Day 5 – The Path to Internal Joy and Noble Silence”
Day 4 – Mindfulness of the Breath and the Path to Jhana
Brisbane Retreat – Day 4: Morning Practice Entering into 1st Jhāna Let us continue working on the defilements and the hindrances as we looked in the morning. Reflect upon the five senses and mind as not yours. The sight will not be as per what you want. Sometimes it can be, sometimes it won’t be.Continue reading “Day 4 – Mindfulness of the Breath and the Path to Jhana”