David Johnson

David Johnson is a significant figure in the world of contemporary meditation practice, especially known for his association with Bhante Vimalaramsi. He began his journey into meditation during his college years in the transformative era of the 1970s. Johnson's initial experiences in meditation were with the Mahasi Style of Vipassana, where he participated in numerous 30-day and 90-day retreats. In 2006, David's path intersected with Bhante Vimalaramsi at the Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center, marking a pivotal point in his spiritual journey. He was introduced to a distinctive meditation technique at this center, which led him to numerous retreats and profound insights. His dedication to this practice was so deep that he left a bustling career in Silicon Valley to relocate to St. Louis, fully immersing himself in the teachings and activities of the Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center. David has been a resident at the Dhamma Sukha Meditation Center since 2010 and has been an active student of Bhante Vimalaramsi since 2006. He has authored the book "The Path to Nibbana" and co-wrote "A Guide to Tranquil Wisdom Meditation (T.W.I.M.)" with Bhante Vimalaramsi. Besides his writing contributions, David is also involved in managing and teaching online retreat programs, overseeing daily operations of the meditation center, handling webmaster and book publishing responsibilities, and producing video content. David's current role is bringing the teachings of TWIM to a broader audience.

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