This retreat at the Sacred Heart Centre at Shenbaganur, on the outskirts of Kodaikanal, will introduce you to the practice of mindfulness meditation (satipaṭṭhāna) for the cultivation of serenity (samatha) and insight (vipassanā). We will explore the nature of meditation on the basis of the Buddha’s instructions as found in the Pāli suttas, the earliest and most complete records of his teachings. Each morning we will introduce a new aspect of the practice, supported by meditation experiments and group discussion. Regular private interviews will provide individual guidance on the details of your practice