Why I'm Returning to Vipassana for the Third Time

In this episode, Erin shares her reflections as she prepares to enter a 10-day Vipassana retreat in noble silence. She explores the power of noble silence as a pause from reinforcing identity, self-grasping, and habitual noise. Erin explains how Vipassana (insight meditation) invites us to steady the mind through the doorway of concentration meditation, allowing thoughts, emotions, and sensations to rise and fall naturally — revealing deeper truths like impermanence. Drawing on yoga philosophy and lived experience, she reflects on: • The discomfort and clarity that arise in extended silence • The difference between striving and softening in practice • How yoga asana and pranayama supports meditation by preparing the body to sit • Why insight isn’t about suppressing the activity of the mind, but allowing the activity to settle so you can 'seeing clearly' - that is, familiarise yourself with the true nature of the mind. She also shares her intention to co-create a new name for the podcast — inviting you into a collaboration activity - get in touch with your suggestions! For more resources head to https://themindfulyogaschool.com Get in touch [email protected]