Learning Insight (Vipassana) Meditation
This course is a step by step study of learning Insight or Vipassana Meditation.
This course is a step by step study of learning Insight or Vipassana Meditation. We start with concentration techniques, then move on to the bramaviharas for calm and compassion (LovingKindness, Compassion, Appreciative Joy and Equanimity). Finally, we come to the two methods of Vipassana. First, the Burmese-originated U Ba Khin method, also known as Goenka which is most popular in the 10-day retreats. Then, the Choiceless Awareness Thailand-originated method, taught frequently in the West with teachers such as Jack Kornfield, Tara Brach, Sharon Salzberg, James Baraz and Joseph Goldstein and my personal preference.
Yoga Teachers: Upon completion of course, you are eligible to register for 7 hours of Yoga Alliance Continuing Education.
Your Instructor
Deb Phelps is the founder of Peaceful Wellness Institute and is an experienced Meditation Teacher and Practitioner since 1980, in addition to being a certified Mindfulness Coach, Sound Energy Practitioner, and Yoga Specialist. She offers a unique approach to help clients overcome various challenges such as stress, anxiety, PTSD, and grief, enabling them to live purposeful and joy-filled lives. Having faced significant life obstacles herself, Deb relied on various mind-body-spirit practices to overcome them and find a life of contentment and equanimity. With extensive education and life experience, including living in a spiritual community for a year, Deb inspires and assists others in their pursuit of a fulfilling life.
- Deb Phelps, C.MI, MMT, E-RYT500, LVCYT, YACEP
More information at debphelps.com
Course Curriculum
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StartSession 1: Focus on Concentration with Mindfulness of Breathing
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StartSession 2: The Five Hindrances
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StartSession 3: The Four Brahmaviharas - Metta/LovingKIndness
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StartSession 4: More on LovingKindness
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StartSession 5: Karuna/Compassion
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StartSession 6: Mudita/Appreciative Joy
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StartSession 7: Upekka/Equanimity
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StartSession 8: U Ba Khin Method, Part 1
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StartSession 9: U Ba Khin Method, Part 2
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StartSession 10: Choiceless Awareness Method, Part 1
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StartSession 11: Closing and Choiceless Awareness Method, Part 2