World Meditation Foundation’s Thailand Retreat: Promoting Global Meditation Culture and Inner Peace
In April 2025, the World Meditation Foundation hosted a seven-day retreat at Wat Pa Si Saeng Tham of Thailand in Thailand, gathering meditation practitioners from diverse cultural backgrounds.
The event highlighted the profound impact of meditation on physical and mental well-being, furthering the Foundation’s mission to make the benefits of meditation accessible worldwide.
1. Meditation Journey: A Deep Experience of Harmony
The retreat began with a simple walking meditation.
One participant wrote:"On the second day at the temple, after a brief opening ceremony, Master Da Hui led us into the forest to choose a small area and practice walking meditation barefoot. As we wandered among the trees, he instructed us to stop thinking and analyzing, and simply hear, see, feel, and be aware."
Participants, barefoot, connected with the earth, experiencing inner peace and strength through prolonged walking and seated meditation.
One participant shared: "After nearly 30 hours of walking, I felt the earth beneath my feet, emptied my mind, and found stillness. Over 20 hours of seated meditation taught me to accept pain. 'Practical experience outweighs theory.' Realisation through practice is key."
Another said: "For the first time, I walked for hours, focusing on the sensation of my feet on the ground. At first, my mind wandered, but over time, I calmed myself and maintained mindfulness. By the end, seven days felt too short, and I deeply grasped the wisdom of integration."
2. Meditation's Power: Awakening the Spirit
Meditation isn’t just physical—it's spiritual. An 8-year-old novice monk at Wat Pa Si Saeng Tham of Thailand, though small, embodied calm and strength, impressing all with the transformative power of meditation, regardless of age.
Yao Qinfang reflected, "This retreat filled me with love and warmth. Every practitioner I met here offered kindness and support."
Another added, "Through meditation, I found inner peace and learned to stay mindful in everyday life."
3. Meditation as a Way of Life: Finding Peace in the Present
Meditation is about being mindful of the present. Participants not only experienced meditation’s benefits during the retreat but also integrated this mindfulness into their daily lives.
One participant noted: "Seven days passed quickly. Guided by the teacher's advice, I learned to embrace each moment and let go of expectations, focusing on each step and the earth beneath."
4. Global Meditation Advocacy: Promoting Health Worldwide
The retreat furthered the Foundation’s global meditation advocacy. Their message of “15 minutes of meditation daily” resonated with many, and more people worldwide are embracing meditation.
Master Da Hui, a long-time partner of the Foundation, promotes daily meditation at his temple, inspiring others to follow suit. His actions serve as a valuable example of how meditation can foster global well-being.
5. Conclusion: A More Harmonious Global Future
Meditation is not only a path to inner growth but also a way to improve global health. The World Meditation Foundation will continue to spread meditation culture, helping more people experience its benefits and work towards a more harmonious future.
We invite more individuals to join us, participate in our retreats, and experience the peace and strength meditation can bring. Meditation is a part of daily life, helping us manage stress, unlock inner wisdom, and foster spiritual growth.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Fei Yu
Board Member
World Meditation Foundation
Email: fei@worldmeditationfoundation.org
Website: www.worldmeditationfoundation.org
About the World Meditation Foundation
The World Meditation Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the practice and benefits of meditation worldwide. Through advocacy, education, and collaborative initiatives, the Foundation seeks to create a more mindful, compassionate, and sustainable world.
