Written by Geetika Kullampalle

Metta Meditation

Reading about Dipa Ma and her practices before my Anthropology project on Metta meditation gave me a significant advantage. My familiarity with Dipa Ma's teachings and the principles of Metta meditation allowed me to approach the project not just as an academic task, but as an exploration into a heartfelt method of cultivating well-being and compassion.

This prior knowledge enabled me to create a one-pager report that didn't only present Metta meditation as a concept, but as a practice, enriched by the real-world application and the testament of Dipa Ma. My report drew connections between anthropological theory and the tangible, lived experiences of individuals, connection could only be made by someone who has not just read about the practice but has understood its essence through the life of a master like, Dipa Ma.