Embracing Diversity
Embarking on an exchange programme in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, at the University of Malaya has been one of the most enriching experiences of my life… Continue reading Embracing Diversity
Category: Local Culture
Cameras and Lenses
As a filmmaker and camera enthusiast, my biggest debate before coming to India was whether or not to bring my camera. The potential of capturing beautiful landscapes, cityscapes and people mixed with the worry of damaging equipment and being the “touristy photographer” of the trip. I feared the idea that I would limit my experience of India to the viewfinder of my camera and forget to look up to see eye to eye with the world around me. Continue reading Cameras and Lenses
My first month in Scotland
I’ve now been in Scotland for just over a month and what a wild start it has been! Continue reading My first month in Scotland
Exchange at Kwansei Gakuin University
My exchange experience at Kwansei Gakuin University, including highlights, challenges, travel essentials, and what it’s like coming back home. Continue reading Exchange at Kwansei Gakuin University
Lessons from the Classroom of India
It was like any other first day. I settled into my seat surrounded by 23 other strangers, each with shy smiles, eager eyes and the awkward conversation starters of “wait what was your name again?” Continue reading Lessons from the Classroom of India
It’s the Final Countdown
Wow! Six days left in this beautiful country so rich in vibrancy, culture, and in soulful memories. It feels as though I have been here for a long time but then it also feels as though the time has gone fast. Continue reading It’s the Final Countdown
Eat, Pray, Love
India, with its diverse landscapes and profound spirituality, is indeed a destination where one can truly eat, pray, and love. Through the exploration of diverse flavours, spiritual practices, and moments of love, my journey through India echoes the sentiments of Elizabeth Gilbert’s iconic tale, enriching my own story along the way. Continue reading Eat, Pray, Love
Arriving in Osaka, Japan
Only a week into my semester exchange and I’ve experienced so much already. I do visit Japan to see family members, so it’s a good chance for me to experience Japan from a different perspective. Continue reading Arriving in Osaka, Japan
Kites, Cricket Bats, and Community
We are officially past the halfway point of our trip! It’s such a crazy thought to comprehend. We are currently on the bus from Ahmedabad to Udaipur and as I reflect and write this blog there has been one word on my mind – sonder. Sonder is the profound feeling of realising that everyone, including strangers passing in the street, has a life as complex as one’s own, which they are constantly living despite one’s personal lack of awareness of it. Continue reading Kites, Cricket Bats, and Community
Transit Tales: Exploring the Plurality of Ways People Move
After exploring India for three weeks, I’ve experienced the diverse ways people move in this country. In today’s modern society, it’s tempting to opt for isolated travel – air conditioning to aid in comfort, quick flights, or convenient Ubers that shield you from the vibrant surroundings. However, over the past three weeks, we have instead been encouraged to immerse ourselves within multiple modes of transport that facilitate connections and conversations. Continue reading Transit Tales: Exploring the Plurality of Ways People Move
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