Starting again, observing respirations. I can feel my breath in between my nostrils and my upper lip.
Packing list for women’s vipassana at Worcester. Even in summer (November to January), temperature varies between morning and evening. I now prefer to go when it’s cold because I burn hotter than most.
I am a light packer, and I bring the bare minimum.
For Sleeping:
Set of light pajamas to sleep in – long sleeves
Pair of loose socks to sleep in
Fitted sheet for twin be
Loose sheet
Pillow and pillowcase
Comforter or sleeping bag
For Sittings
One long and comfy skirt
Three loose tops
One sweater or sweat shirt
One pair of loose and light pants – for summer and for those like me that burn hot
One pair of loose sweat pants for winter for cold mornings and evenings
Two pairs of socks
Easy to slip and off shoes – open toed sandals work well
Water bottle
For regular Living:
Bring enough underwear to last you
Sun hat for walking
Boots for walking
Rain jacket in case of rain
Rain boots for walking and in case of rain
Yoga mat for those wanting to stretch
For Hygiene
Two towels
Sanitary products
Shampoo & Conditioner
Face soap
Body soap – I use this when washing clothes
Body cloth for washing
Body lotion
Face lotion and creams
Tweezer, nail clipper, nail files (there’s not a whole lot you can do aside from sitting and walking)
For those who are gluten intolerant
I would bring a loaf of gluten free bread – I will next time
I don’t bring a torch or flashlight, as there are sensor activated lights. Most days are clear, with sun and the stars illuminating dark skies.