Ori shares what it was like to sit with his thoughts, day and night, without speaking, exercise, or modern distractions for 10 days straight.
On Day 8 of the retreat, he finally confronted a deep-seated trauma for the first time in his life.
This episode is all about self-awareness and the importance of facing uncomfortable thoughts that you can’t ignore.
Ori also shares his perspective on retreat conditions, including accommodations, structure, and daily schedule for those interested in attending.
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Chapters
00:00 The Decision to Attend a Silent Retreat
03:07 Dealing with Back Pain
06:16 The Structure of the Retreat
08:52 Noble Silence and Limited Communication
10:59 Heightened Awareness and Appreciation
13:35 Reintegrating into Society
17:40 The People Pleaser Inside
18:53 Facing Discomfort and Thoughts
19:38 The Power of Mindfulness
19:59 Learning to Distract from Uncomfortable Thoughts
20:20 Silent Meditation Retreat: Facing Uncomfortable Thoughts
20:49 The Power of Self-Love
21:47 Letting Go of People-Pleasing
22:45 Sitting with Uncomfortable Outcomes
23:52 Not Dwelling on Small Incidents
24:30 The Importance of Equanimity
25:19 The Story of the Buddhist Monks
26:28 Releasing Trauma from the Body
27:24 Revisiting Childhood Trauma
27:54 Facing Panic and Fear
30:14 Releasing Trauma in Sleep
33:53 Releasing Trauma in Dreams
37:07 The Length of the Retreat and Integration
39:08 Sleeping and Waking Up Refreshed
41:05 Dreaming and Processing Experiences
45:59 The Length of the Retreat and Recidivism
47:46 Returning to Daily Life and Integration
50:52 Potential Risks and Psychotic Breaks
