The first snow of the season in NYC. It’s always too soon, messy and accompanied by much sighing. I left work early to avoid the rush hour commute for fear of The train tracks freezing and signals losing power. However today as I trudged my way to the train I had a revelation….
Month: November 2018
62 Days of Reflection
I am embarking on the most celebratory yet stressful time of the year. As of Nov. 15th, it will be 2 months of family, friends, food and celebrations. Thanksgiving sets the stage for the holiday season; Christmas is by far my favorite time of the year (minus the cold) and New Year’s is always festive. Sprinkle in work deadlines, academic obligations, a few birthdays (including mine on Jan. 7th), shopping expeditions, holiday office parties and friend gatherings, the joyous holiday season can quickly go from celebratory to overwhelming.
Therefore, my 62 Days of Reflection begins today.
Perfectly Progressing…
As I try to build this blog, I’m forced to reconcile my need for perfection with that of execution. I have spent an endless amount of time creating the perfect layout, color scheme, font size, editorial calendar and even began a new Instagram to “advertise” this up and coming blog. I have put in work in all areas except writing and yet the very reason I am in this space is due to my love of writing.
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Diwali: Defining my Spirituality
While the basis of Diwali is Lord Rama returning to the lands after 14 years of exile during which he defeated the demon King, Ravana; for me it is a celebration of my culture and heritage. An acknowledgement of my forefathers.
The light of the diya is calming. The tranquility it evokes re-centers me. It is the one festival that allows me to reflect and meditate on all the things I am thankful for. This time of year I start to reassess my goals and put into perspective the meaning of them.
So, Now I have 4 Names... 