writing
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The Secret of The Sand Grain
The Secret of The Sand Grain This time, I will tell you a story. A story that my grandmother told me when I was a child, and grandmothers all over India and its diaspora tell their grandchildren. I put my… Continue reading
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An Ant-Sized Bit of Compassion
An Ant-Sized Bit of Compassion I stood on the shore of the Chandra Tal lake last year, nestled high above the peaks in the inner realms of the Himalayan mountain, over 14,000 ft above sea level. On a cloudless night,… Continue reading
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Beyond Conflict: Emily Dickinson and the Poetics of Desire
Beyond Conflict: Emily Dickinson and the Poetics of Desire Conflict is the engine of good writing; it creates tension and propels a story forward while retaining the interests of the reader. Or that is what is taught in creative writing… Continue reading
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Sacred Violence
A philosophical and personal reflection on the nature of violence. The article discusses how traces of violence can be found in how power structures are created and maintained. Continue reading
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The Linguistics of Belonging: A Language Learner’s Journal
Sreekuttan reflects on their language learning journey, emphasizing their dedication to mastering German before relocating to Germany. They compare German to French, noting its complexities and quirks. The process aligns with a deeper desire for connection and acceptance in a… Continue reading
Escaping Samsara 