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Week One Reflections and Goals

Embarking on my six-week journey across India, I’ve been here for a week now, absorbing the rich culture and diverse traditions. I’ve learned that India welcomes visitors with open arms, showcases immense dedication through hard work, harbors big aspirations, and contributes to global betterment through various innovations. The spiritual essence of the country has also…Continue Reading Week One Reflections and Goals

Sustainability/Regeneration through the Indian Lens

Auroville’s Symphony of Sustainability As the first leg of my ‘Reimagining India’ study tour unfolded, Auroville emerged as an oasis of sustainable living, embodying the principles of regeneration and harmony with the environment. Nestled in the vibrant town of Pondicherry, Auroville beckoned with its iconic structure—the Matrimandir—an architectural masterpiece and a focal point for spiritual…Continue Reading Sustainability/Regeneration through the Indian Lens

The Dream and The Dilemma

Auroville is an experimental township in India. It is a testament to the human aspiration for equality, sustainability and evolution. Established as a utopian community, it’s a melting pot of cultures and ideologies. This reflection explores the striking contrast between Auroville’s ideals and the innate challenges of power dynamics and human nature. Auroville stands as…Continue Reading The Dream and The Dilemma

Making Ourselves at Home in Chile

At first glance, Santiago can feel extremely far from our Pacific homes. My first thought of the city as our LATAM flight flew over majestic mountains was, “Where did the Moana go?” The Island gurl in me is still adjusting to Chile’s most land-locked region as Santiago’s dry heat replaces my usual humid summers, which…Continue Reading Making Ourselves at Home in Chile

A Journey of Tears and Triumphs: Navigating India on a Prime Minister’s Scholarship

As I sit down to articulate my thoughts about my first week in India on a Prime Minister’s Scholarship, I find capturing the essence of this experience in a single blog post challenging.  Our journey has taken us through bustling cities like Chennai, Mahabalipuram, retreats like Coimbatore, and historic gems like Pondicherry. Each destination brought…Continue Reading A Journey of Tears and Triumphs: Navigating India on a Prime Minister’s Scholarship