an unintended #experiment discovered in Oct 2020 when I decided it would be okay to flip a coin & prepare myself mentally & physically to attend my first 10d Vipassana retreat.

To give some perspective:

• my first 10d sit happened in Thailand spur of the moment, not even knowing what was happening until I was at the registration table in Nov 2003 (talk about being led by the spirits & just flowing with life!) Even the friend who led me to the table said no to a 10d silent retreat when she discovered what it was!
• The only meditation experience I had logged prior was meditating to a 77 min DJ set called Northern Exposure

So I find myself inquiring into what is the gap between 10 days of silence and being out here operating as I usually do in the "real world" (the Burning Man community calls this our "default world") (explored further in space inbetween)

I'm grateful to BAmF for supporting me in being "away" from an initiative I launched (monthly Icebreakers) & having the freedom to find a middle ground for participation when the event went live in the face of not being in the retreat. I'm extra grateful for the compassion I received making mistakes along the way in adjusting my boundaries and ensuring I am taking care of myself (which is the primary intent of these 10d)

In many ways, if you are in touch with me during these 10 days, you are a very special spirit and thank you 🙏