Ven. Paññākāra Tuệ Nhân led Days 5–7 (October 19–21, 2026) of the 10-Day Vipassanā Meditation Retreat (October 15–24, 2026) at Hương Đạo Buddhist Temple, Fort Worth, Texas — three days of meditation guidance and Dhamma talks. The retreat was led by Most Ven. Ratanaguṇa Bửu Đức, Abbot of Hương Đạo Buddhist Temple, on the remaining days.

Day 5 — October 19, 2026

The session begins with questions and answers from retreatants, followed by Dhamma teachings and meditation guidance. (1 hr 5 min.)

Day 6 — October 20, 2026

Practical guidance on working with physical discomfort, wandering thoughts, drowsiness, fear, and strong emotions during meditation — observing thoughts without fighting or following them, gently returning to the breath, and adjusting meditation posture when needed. (1 hr 24 min.)

Day 7 — Morning, October 21, 2026

Chanting and undertaking the Eight Precepts, on the morning of Day 7 of the retreat. (57 min.)

Day 7 — Dhamma Talk, October 21, 2026

Ven. Paññākāra’s final Dhamma talk and Q&A session of the retreat: meditation sensations, the distinction between happiness and joy, mindfully observing pain, and developing concentration through awareness of the breath — and impermanence, kamma, and compassion guided by wisdom, emphasizing helping others without becoming overwhelmed by their suffering. (1 hr 40 min.)