11 and 12 July: Weekend Retreat, KROSS Bengaluru
Are you ready to transform your mind? Join us for a powerful Mettā Vipassanā Weekend Retreat at KROSS Bengaluru. This immersive session helps you replace stress with lasting tranquility.
Experience Meditation That Works
First, forget the struggle of forced concentration. Instead, embrace a gentle, joyful style of meditation that flows naturally. Because we focus on Tranquil Wisdom Insight Meditation (TWIM), you will discover how to calm your mind without suppression. Consequently, you will find yourself relaxing into a state of deep clarity and peace.
Master the Three Pillars of Nibbāna
Furthermore, this retreat guides you through the essential foundations of the path. We start by establishing Sīla (ethical conduct) to steady the heart. Following this, we cultivate Samādhi (mental discipline) to still the wandering mind. Finally, we awaken Paññā (wisdom), allowing you to see life clearly and respond with kindness.
Retreat Guidelines: Please Read Before Registering
To ensure a successful experience for yourself and others, it is essential to follow our retreat rules. Please click below to review the Residential Retreat Guidelines before you sign up.
Harness the 6Rs Technique
In addition to these foundations, you will master the practical 6Rs technique. By learning to Recognize, Release, Relax, Re-smile, Return, and Repeat, you gain a tool for life. Since this technique works instantly to dissolve tension, you can apply it anytime, anywhere. As a result, your daily life becomes a continuous practice of “Smiling Meditation.”
The Power of the 6Rs Technique
The highlight of this Mettā Vipassanā Weekend Retreat is learning the 6Rs technique (Recognize, Release, Relax, Re-smile, Return, Repeat). This practical tool allows you to dissolve stress and distractions instantly, bringing your heart back to a state of loving-kindness.
A Gift-Based Tradition
The teaching is priceless! In the spirit of Dāna (generosity), all costs for food and accommodation are covered by donations from previous students. At the conclusion of your Mettā Vipassanā Weekend Retreat, you will have the opportunity to contribute whatever you wish to help others benefit from these teachings.
Secure Your Stay at KROSS Bengaluru
Start your journey toward a calmer, clearer life. Residential spots are limited for the June session.
Course Fees:The teaching of dhamma is priceless!All costs to run this retreat are met by donations from those who have benefited from this Metta Vipassana Way and wish others to gain the same benefit. You can donate whatever you wish at the end of your retreat or at any time from our Donation page.
Additional Details
Language – Tamil, English
Organiser
“Raj, bhakti’ school is not for you. You must explore the Indian schools called Darshana. I’m sure you’ll agree with at least one—maybe even four. Just read the source, not the interpretations.”
These were the words of an old German man during my first Vipassana course under Shri S.N. Goenka, nearly two decades ago (2011). Like many, I began my spiritual journey through religion. But as the wise say, “Spirituality begins where religion ends.” I’m a rationalist by nature—I question everything. Religion didn’t satisfy my queries. Bhakti didn’t convince me, but I found deep insights in Sankhya, Raja Yoga, Vedanta, and Buddhism. Today, I stand shaped by Vedanta through Sri Ramakrishna (Vivekananda, Adi Shankara). Which Vedanta? You know it… Advaita. And Dhamma through the Buddha. I know it’s a weird mix, but I love how these two sync. Puritans of both may not agree with someone like me—but that’s okay. Appa Deepo Bhava. My teacher encourages: Be your own light.
Hello and welcome! I’m Rajmahendra—born and raised in Chennai, with native roots in Udupi. I come from a semi-orthodox religious family, but I’ve always been a rationalist at heart. Professionally, I’m a software engineer-Java developer and then Agile Coach. I started as a developer and eventually moved into coaching product and teams on how to be agile. While coaching companies and teams, people began turning to me as a life coach too! Want to know more? Just poke me with questions—I might have an answer.
Before TWIM (Tranquil Wisdom Insight Meditation)
During the COVID lockdown—I’m not sure how it changed others, but for me, it made me question my beliefs to the core. That period gave me time to reflect deeply and explore various spiritual paths.
Later, my quest returned to the Darshanas. In my personal library, I have at least one book from each Darshana. I studied Raja Yoga and completed 700 hours of training from three different schools. In my send-off talk, my teacher said, This guy came for Raja Yoga but left with a yoga certificate and allied extra knowledge of Vedanta.
Who said knowledge has boundaries? Hmm.
TWIM Introduction
My introduction to TWIM came through Dhamma Sukha USA. While browsing YouTube to learn more about Buddhism, I discovered Bhante Vimalaramsi’s talks. One story touched me deeply—about an elderly woman afraid of death. Bhante advised her to help animals: buy a bird, take it far from the city, and release it with loving-kindness. After doing this regularly, she returned saying, “Now I’m happy and no longer afraid of death.” That story stayed with me, though I didn’t know there was an Indian branch of Dhamma Sukha at the time.
Present Day TWIM
Two years ago, I stumbled upon Dhamma Sukha India and saw Bhante’s photo there too. I don’t believe in fate, but somehow life brought me back. In early 2025, I joined two online retreats, which convinced me to take up TWIM as my personal practice. After attending residential retreats, I now feel TWIM is my path.
The Buddha’s teachings answer most of my questions. I say “most,” not “all”—because as the Buddha said, “Appa Deepo Bhava” (Be a light unto yourself). I still have questions, but I’m deeply convinced of the Dhamma.
Why Teaching?
“Bahujana-hitāya bahujana-sukhāya” – For the welfare of the many, for the happiness of the many. – Buddha
“Atmano Mokshartham Jagat Hitaya Cha” – For one’s own salvation and for the welfare of the world. – Swami Vivekananda
Reading books gives theoretical knowledge. Sadhana gives personal experience. When both come together and are shared, society benefits. And when someone questions your beliefs, it’s a chance to sharpen your understanding.
I love to bring all three—study, practice, and sharing—into action. The only way to do that is to teach others. I enjoy meeting new people, hearing their views, and learning through their life challenges.
So I’m not here just to teach—I’m here to learn and grow together. Feel free to connect with me. Let’s have meaningful conversations about Dhamma and practice.
So beautifully said. During deep meditation memories pop up – unsettling / unnerving. There are times when one can watch…