As a newby to meditation, I had no idea where to start. I didn’t know what this journey would be like. At all. I wasn’t even sure how much I believed in the power of meditation. Of course it’s good to take a break for a few minutes and let your brain just be. How could that not be good?
But how could it be better? Continue reading
Always such good intentions huh? My idea to pick up a new positive habit every 30 days hasn’t quite happened. But! That doesn’t mean there haven’t been some great wins. And I’m all for celebrating every win as it comes along. Continue reading
Indonesia has such a fascinating religious history, something I wanted to explore whist I was out there. Bali, The Island of the Gods, has been inhabited since 2000 BC. It is the only predominantly Hindu island in Indonesia, the others being primarily Muslim. Hindu symbolism is evident throughout the island, and is very much at the centre of every day life.
Canang sari is one of the daily offerings made by Balinese Hindus to thank the Sang Hyang Widhi Wasa in praise and prayer. Every home, every business, every place of worship puts of sari multiple times a day. They are little woven grass baskets, filled with flowers, petals and incense. Continue reading
In this journey I have had so many ‘Stardust moments’. If you haven’t read the book or seen the film, go away and watch/read it. Right. Now. There is a scene where the fallen star, who hasn’t been able to shine since she landed on the Earth, is in a warm bath, feeling comfort and kindness for the first time. And her shine returns, starting from her heart, seeping out of her whole body*. That’s how I feel today.
Mission: Playtime 