I'm thinking about fasting during the upcoming 10-day retreat. Has anyone ever done it? Is it safe? Just wanted to see if anyone had any feedback in regards to it.
I have fasted for 5 days and it was the first time I had fasted. It is quite challenging to take on fasting and a 10 day meditation course. On a v course you normally only eat one meal a day anyway. I suggest you do that, as the course itself is testing enough. Unless you have experience in both, then you are a better guide than I. X
They don't allow fasting on Vipassana retreats so if your going to do it you will probably have to be pretty discreet about it. I have done plenty of fasting and have found it compatible with any activities as long as your in a healthy mindset and expecting the best. I second the advice above though, if its your first attempt at either probably best to do them separately. GOOD LUCK
I'm thinking about fasting during the upcoming 10-day retreat. Has anyone ever done it? Is it safe? Just wanted to see if anyone had any feedback in regards to it.
john
Hi John, I would not recommend it. A 10 day Vipassana retreat is intense enough. Please don't add fasting to this. Eat light, drink water but don't double whammy yourself.
fasting during 10-day vipassana retreat
Posted - Jul 16 2010 : 10:34:09 PM
