What’s the point of a SILENT RETREAT? (what actually happens?!)

What's the point of going on a silent retreat? But in the first place - what's a silent retreat and what does it entail? I take you through some of the reasons why you might want to consider going on one and my recommendations for some of the best. All links to retreats below, next to timestamps. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS + RETREAT LINKS: 00:00 Intro 1:04 What's a silent retreat anyway? 1:25 The different approaches to meditation 02:17 What's the point of a silent retreat? 05:27 What's the point of meditation? 06:06 Dhamma Organisation's 10-day Vipassana Retreats https://www.dhamma.org/en/index 06:51 Richard Miller / iRest Retreats https://www.irest.org/events-landing-... 07:23 Sarah + Ty Powers Retreats https://sarahpowersinsightyoga.com/te... 07:49 Book Yoga Retreats anywhere in the world https://www.bookyogaretreats.com/?aid... 08:18 Your thoughts? 🧘‍♀️ MANDUKA EUROPE/ UK DISCOUNT CODE: For all your yoga needs, use my promo code "ENLIGHTENEDSPOON" for a 10% discount when checking out at https://eu.manduka.com/?rfsn=4562660.... 🤸‍♀️ MY FAVE YOGA GEAR: ○ Daily yoga mat - Manduka PROlite: https://bit.ly/336iDJa ○ Travel yoga mat - Manduka PRO Travel: https://bit.ly/3w8dhKX ○ Yoga mat towel - Manduka eQua: https://bit.ly/3mi6eL8 ○ Curved yoga block for backbends - Manduka unBLOK: https://bit.ly/37vJPoc All of my yoga recommendations here: https://kit.co/enlightenedspoon/my-fa... PS. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I'll receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting my channel! ☕ BUY ME A COFFEE! You're also very welcome to help support my channel by buying me a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jaimetan 👀 WATCH NEXT: ○ How to pack for your next yoga retreat (minimalist + non-minimalist ways):    • MINIMALIST ATTEMPT: How to pack for a YOGA...   ○ 15-minute Yoga Nidra Meditation when you're DEAD TIRED:    • Yoga Nidra Meditation When You're DEAD TIR...   ○ What happens in a guided Yoga Nidra meditation:    • What Happens in a Guided YOGA NIDRA Medita...   😴 DOWNLOAD MY 15-MINUTE YOGA NIDRA FOR DEEP REST: If you enjoyed this, you might like to download a shorter 15-minute yoga nidra for deep rest and relaxation. Listen to this any time you need a moment of pause: http://subscribepage.com/enlighteneds... 🧘‍♂️ MY MEDITATIONS ON INSIGHT TIMER APP: Follow me on the Insight Timer app for more meditations, wherever you are: https://insighttimer.com/enlighteneds... 🧘 SAY HI ON SOCIAL: Website: http://enlightenedspoon.com Instagram:   / enlightenedspoon   Facebook:   / enlightenedspoon   ⚠️DISCLAIMER: The content of these videos and other materials are created for informational and educational purposes only. Please take the time to verify the information yourself and do not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider or appropriate professional with any questions you have regarding a medical condition or subject you need help with. The content in this video is accurate as of the posting date. _ #SilentRetreat #MeditationRetreat #YogaRetreat