Andrew Holecek
Author on meditation, lucid dreaming, dark retreat, non-dualism,
and preparing to die from a buddhist perspective.
The Power of Dark Retreat
A program that offers the benefits of dark retreat in an at-home formatAn online retreat February 28-March 1, 2026
Total Eclipse of the Mind
Unleashing the Power of Darkness for Creativity, Healing, and TransformationRelease Date May 26
The Preparing to Die Program
Prepare for the most important journey of your life.
This unique program provides an accessible and integrated exploration of a rich and complete cycle of teachings and practices to help us get ready for the end of life. Join us April 8th, 2026 for this profound 8-week journey into conscious dying preparation. Limited spots available for seekers ready to transform humanity’s greatest fear into its most liberating opportunity.
Upcoming Events
Experience Andrew’s teaching in person. Whether its a weekend or week-long retreat, Andrew brings his unique perspective and personality to his Dream Yoga or Death & Dying sessions. His teachings range from introductory to a high level, in-depth advanced approach.
Unique Multi-Day Retreats
Dark Retreat
Thoughts on Dark Retreat
Dark retreat is rapidly emerging onto the self-improvement and spiritual scene. NBA icons Dwight Howard and Rudy Gobert, along...
Dark Retreat: The Key Factors for Success
Dark retreats, often lasting three days like those offered at Sky Cave in Oregon, have become increasingly popular for personal...
Lucid Dreaming
Lucid dreaming and dream yoga is: first you learn how to remember your dreams; then you learn how to wake up in them; then you train your mind in the dream; then you learn how to stay awake in dreamless sleep. Learn more through these recent articles.
Awake in a Dream: How Lucid Dreaming Cultivates Deeper Awareness
In this video, Andrew presents how being awake in a dream, or lucid dreaming, can cultivate greater awareness, incorporating...
A Paper on the Concept of Lucidity & Virtual Reality
I recently finished writing a scientific paper with the neuroscientist Jordan Quaglia, exploring the topic of lucidity within...
Why Is Lucid Dreaming So Hard?
Why is lucid dreaming so hard? These magical dreams – when you know that you’re dreaming while you’re dreaming – are...
Preparing for a Good Death
Death is only the end if you think the story is about you. Learn more through these recent articles.
After Death States: The Bardos in Tibetan Buddhism
What are the Bardos? The central orienting view in the Tibetan tradition of "thanatology" (the study of death and dying) is that...
What Is the Best Way to Prepare for Death?
Advice from 8 Buddhist Masters In the process of writing my book, “Preparing to Die: Practical Advice and Spiritual Wisdom from...
What’s The Best Way to Help Others As They Die? Advice From Buddhist Masters
I previously asked the question "What Is The Best Way To Prepare For Death?" during a divine experience interviewing Buddhist...
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