Meditation Retreats

Dharma Treasure retreat

Upcoming Meditation Retreat at Dharma Treasure

By Gabriel Rocheleau | August 9, 2024

It’s been a while since my last update! A lot has changed since the last time I posted on UP Development. Despite the silence, I have not been inactive ; I have moved from the forest dwelling I used to live in, my relationships have evolved for the better, I’ve pursued many intellectual and professional…

Pa Auk Tawya Monastery

40-Day Meditation Retreat at Pa-Auk Tawya, Burma

By Gabriel Rocheleau | September 17, 2014

I spent 40 days at Pa-Auk Tawya, a forest meditation center renowned for its very rigorous concentration practices.
I always wondered what the results would be if I pushed my concentration further…
and I certainly got what I was looking for.

Second Vipassana Retreat

Second Time at a Goenka Vipassana Meditation Retreat

By Gabriel Rocheleau | August 3, 2013

My second time at a 10-day Vipassana Meditation Retreat.

Tremendous life-changing new insights, as well as very interesting experiences.

Vipassana meditation retreat

My Vipassana Experience – 10-Day Meditation Retreat Review

By Gabriel Rocheleau | August 3, 2012

My Vipassana Meditation Experience : Meditating 12 hours a day for 10 days.

No talking, no distractions, only sitting cross-legged and meditating.