Vipassana, which means to see things as they really are, or insight

In Yoga meditation the subject is Spirit or the Self, mind is the object.

The process is Dharana (concentration), Dhyana (meditation) and Samadhi (Absorption) wherein only the essence shines forth in the mind, as if the mind were devoid even of its own form.

In Vipassana, the subject is the mind; the object is the paying of attention to the experience of the senses.

The objective of Vipassana then is to purify the mind. It is said, that all human actions emanate from the mind, and a pure mind by nature reflects love and compassion. Sustained practice of 

Vipassana can bring about a complete transformation of one’s human personality.

In the Kriya yoga meditation the human personality is dissolved into the Self.

In Vipassana with its origin in Buddhism, the core focus is on concentration, virtue and wisdom.

An example is focusing and directing the mind, with the primary intention on concentration and the letting go of thoughts, i.e. practicing non attachment.

Thoughts have no power of their own; they only have the power we give them. In this way they create our world.

Categories of thoughts are of two kids, desire and good will. The objective is to create good will.

Desires are difficult to uproot and can lead to addiction.

Renunciation of selfish desires is a primary objective.

Vipassana is a way of self-transformation through self-observation. It focuses on the deep interconnection between mind and body.

It is through observation-based exploration of mind and body that the common roots of mental and physical impurities can be dissolved, so as to obtain a balanced mind full of love and compassion.

Through direct experience, the nature of how one grows or regresses, how one produces suffering or frees oneself from suffering is understood through the practice of Vipassana,

Life then becomes characterized by increased awareness, non-delusion, self-control and peace.

Vipassana teaches to see things in their true perspective, in their true nature. It is, in essence, a technique of self-observation and self-exploration. Self here is referring to one’s personality.

Vipassana especially the observing of the mind can be practiced by anyone and under all circumstances.

Vipassana will appeal to those who do not belief in one’s spiritual nature.