Joseph Goldstein, a renowned meditation teacher, joins Dan along with meditation experts Marissa Schneiderman, Alexis Santos, and Andrea Fella to unpack their experiences from a 10-day silent retreat. They delve into the ups and downs of retreat life, discussing the allure of 'cowboy dharma' and the importance of recognizing mental traps. Listeners learn about the significance of repetition in practice, the challenges of navigating self-identity in silence, and the transformative power of mindfulness. Personal anecdotes bring the philosophy to life!