Amidst the solitude, a light emerged.
During a 7-day Vipassana Meditation course in Chennai, I embarked on the path of Dhamma, the absolute truth. As I navigated the depths of my mind, anxiety and homesickness gripped my heart. Like a woodcutter felling a tree, I cut myself away from the unwanted thoughts that razed my mind. As I morphed into a being from another world, I became surreal. A radiant light emerged from my body, illuminating the path to clarity and dispelling the pall of confusion in my adventure towards self-discovery.
Insight is not just a journal; it is a narrative of a transformative endeavor, self-introspection, and personal growth. It delves deep into the human mind, highlighting its highs and lows, successes and failures—a culmination of my experience as I rise like a phoenix from the ashes of negative emotions. Who knew that the simple act of observing the breath could have such an ardent effect on my life?
For those seeking inspiration and for those curious about meditation, Insight offers a sneak peek into the inner world.
Contents
Arrival
Day 1: Anxiety
Day 2: Body Pain
Day 3: Surreal Experience
Day 4: Realisation
Day 5: Rest
Day 6: Sublime Light
Day 7: Stitches
Final Day: Departure
Glossary
Appendix
Acknowledgements
About the Author