In Episode 7 of the "Mindful Humble" podcast, Trung Nguyen interviews Beth Stone about her experiences with Vipassana meditation. Beth, a seasoned yoga and meditation instructor, shares her journey to finally attending her first 10-day Vipassana retreat, a goal she pursued for over a decade. Beth opens up about the challenges she faced, such as her deep attachment to checking her emails and her inner dialogue about leaving the retreat. Despite her extensive experience with meditation and silent retreats, she was surprised by the profound internal challenges of the structured Vipassana environment. Beth describes her appreciation for "Noble Silence" at the retreat, which felt like a relief from her busy professional life, where she is constantly interacting with people. She also enjoyed the meditative walking trails, finding peace in simple routines. She reflects on the value of detachment, acknowledging how meditation helped her recognize and let go of expectations, a practice she continues to cultivate. The conversation also touches on the benefits of community support and using apps to maintain her meditation routine post-retreat. Beth shares insights on how Vipassana has grounded her and enhanced her ability to practice self-love, stillness, and self-awareness. Finally, she advises new Vipassana practitioners to approach the experience with openness, patience, and a willingness to embrace the discomfort and let go of expectations. If you'd like to share your story, please message or comment below! #vipassana #vipassanaexperience #vipassanameditation #mindfulness #meditation #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #behtstone

The transcript of this episode of the Mindful Humble podcast provides an in-depth conversation with Elvira Sevilla about her Vipassana meditation journey. Interviewed by host Trung Nguyen, Elvira reflects on her initial introduction to Vipassana 19 years ago in India, her challenges with meditation, and the pivotal support she received from a compassionate teacher. She shares the transformative impact of Vipassana on her ability to stay present, reduce anxiety, and approach life with greater focus and flexibility. Throughout the interview, Elvira discusses her evolving relationship with struggle, explaining how her mindset shifted from reacting to observing challenges, which made meditation more sustainable. Her insights touch on the importance of kindness, adaptability, and self-compassion in meditation practice, as well as the value of having a routine without rigid expectations. She notes the flexibility that allows her to balance meditation with family life, further highlighting how meditation strengthens resilience. Elvira’s advice for new and experienced meditators emphasizes maintaining a practice, even imperfectly, and being gentle with oneself to foster self-awareness without harsh judgment. The conversation concludes with mutual reflections on the broader benefits of meditation in daily life and encouragement to maintain a compassionate practice. If you'd like to share your story, please message or comment below! #vipassana #vipassanaexperience #vipassanameditation #mindfulness #meditation #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #elvirasevilla

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