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A Hierarchy of Awe
If asked to define a hierarchy of being, I would place it as follows: God, Artists, Children, and us. Because this order reflects the awe and wonder I feel toward creation, creativity, and the potential of humanity. I choose to believe in God-as the ultimate source of life, existence and the messy in between. But…
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What’s Biting You?
There’s a Swahili saying that goes:”kikulacho ki nguoni mwako”-“The thing that is eating you is inside your clothes.” A chilling thought, isn’t it? Figuratively, it’s a cautionary tale about how betrayal often comes from those closest to us-the very people we trust the most. They alone hold the knowledge an dthe means to hurt us…
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Where to?
I am on a journey. Not without, but within. There’s no particular destination in mind, not sure if there’s one really. Yet, I am staying and enjoying the ride altogether. I am not alone in this journey of mine. Not the first one to do this. But for some reason, it feels like it’s just…
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Next Stop, Please.
“If you find yourself on the wrong train, get off at the next station.” Saw this quote today, again. Maybe it is because I’ve been getting off a couple of trains lately-or rethinking all the ones I’ve ever taken. The message seems so simple: if you find yourself on the wrong train, get off at…
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The Speck, Plank and Self
From ancient wisdom like “And why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye, but do not consider the plank in your own eye”, to “Do not judge, or you too will be judged,’” humanity has long struggled with the impulse to critique others before confronting personal flaws. But why does this happen…
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Dying to Live- A personal Easter Reflection
I grew up in a deeply Christian household-church wasn’t optional,it was part of life.My parents are devout believers, and for the most part, that’s the tradition I’ve followed. Even as an adult, I still attend church, still check the box for “Christian” when filling out forms, and still believe in God. A God. Just one-…
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Forward, In Circles
The journey of self-discovery, growth, and personal improvement rarely feels like a straight path. Instead, it often resembles moving in circles-returning to familiar struggles, thinking we’ve mastered something, only to realize there’s more to learn. I tell myself, This is it. I’ve got this now. Next week, I should be able to meditate for 20…
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Quiet Revolution
I feel like a fraud sometimes. I find myself worrying about personal growth, setting goals, and becoming a better version of myself, while the world outside seems to unravel. The political turmoil in my country is palpable. And not just my country, I am currently surrounded by neighbors up in arms. Against either their governments…
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Virtuous Selfishness
By definition, selfishness is the quality or state of being selfish; a lack of consideration for other people. To be selfish is to be excessively concerned with oneself and one’s own needs, often to the exclusion of others. Selfishness is often regarded as a vice-something we wouldn’t want to associate with and are quick to…
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Unquiet Silence.
It’s strange how silence-a tool I wield so often-has become a stranger when I try to describe it. My favorite companion in moments of anger and uncertainty, my run-to in awkward conversations has suddenly grown unrecognizable. And yet, in this noisy, ever-spinning world, it feels more precious than ever. The silence I’m talking about isn’t…
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