Amid enjoying the bliss and silence of the morning in this most sacred and serene space — suddenly we spotted a brown monkey take off with a woman’s plastic bag filled with what looked to be some offerings for the temple. We did not think anything of it, as this is a typical occurrence in Mother India. But what happened next, we could not have imagined!
… More Ramana’s Monkey
I have both travelled through and lived in Mother India several times, anywhere from three months to a year at a time, and each time I still find myself working on the balance of being an Indian born in the west, while journeying in the east. Because you see, I know better. Or at least, I should. Or so that’s what I’m told, in various direct and indirect forms. … More “You looks like Indian” – The Fine Balance of Being an Indian from the West, While Living in India
With sandalwood, profound states of relaxation take place on the spiritual level. Burning sandalwood incense can support healing work by stimulating a deeper relaxed state in the healer, increasing spiritual energy. Sandalwood also brings ease to the heart and throat chakras. … More Sandalwood: A Sacred Herb
Diwali (or Deepavali, the “festival of light”) is an Indian festival celebrated in the autumn (northern hemisphere) annually. It is by far the biggest and the brightest festival in India. It’s as important to Indians as Christmas is to to the west. The occasion literally illumines the entire nation with its brilliance, and dazzles all with its delight! … More Diwali ~ The Festival of ((( Light )))
I heart India. I seem to have an affinity with this sacred land. I attribute this largely to my Indian heritage. The seed. Though I was there as a 6-month-old baby for the first time, for a couple of months, it was as a six-year-old that I lived there with my family for one year, … More 52 Reasons Why Everyone Should Visit Sacred India!
First off, don’t be paranoid or fearful about getting sick. Trust your instincts when you’re there. With the stark shift in air/weather/food/water/environment – of course there’s bound to be a shift in the body.
Chances are you will contend with a stomach bug or two while in the Mother Land – after all, it’s a part of the Indian experience! The land of deep purification on every level – mind, body and spirit. … More How to Avoid ‘Delhi Belly’ in India & Other Useful Health Tips
The truth is I’ve met countless western women who clearly have a longing to travel to the Mother Land. But. They don’t. Why? Fear. Fear for their safety. Fear of the unknown. Fear they won’t be able to hack the “assault on the senses,” they’ve heard so much about. But mostly fear of the local men, considering local rape is rampant (92 women raped daily in India, according to National Crime Records Bureau 2013). … More Be A Solo Woman Traveller in India, It’s OK
Aranyani is a rarely seen deity who is acknowledged in the movement of the trees, especially at dusk. … More Aranyani: Goddess of the Forest
*Note: This post is continued from Part 1. Day 2 – Arriving at our summit (Tapovan at 14,640ft) in a whiteout/snowstorm! Day 2 – Two hours after arriving in the snowstorm, the cloud begins to lift. Day 3 – Waking up to a beautiful blue sunny skies and a SPECTACULAR view in … More PART 2 of 2 -Video Diary: Gangotri to Gaumukh ~ Gaumukh to Tapovan, Eastern Himalayas
4 days. 48km. Sun. Wind. Rain. Snow. Frost. Pure bliss. Mind-blowing. Definitely one of the main highlights of this Indian sojourn. And clearly the most AMAZING trek of this life time! And undeniably one of the most incredible experiences of my life. … More PART 1 of 2 – Video Diary: Gangotri to Gaumukh ~ Gaumukh to Tapovan, Eastern Himalayas
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