Getting naked in Vashisht

Now I have extended my stay in this magical country, I decided to go to Manali on an overnight bus. It reminded me of when I first went backpacking around the world. As a budget backpacker, l often travelled on overnight buses and trains to save on accommodation...

The Dalai Lama Experience

The Dalai Lama Teaching in Mcleodganj Maroon coloured robes and everlasting smiles surround me here at the Dalai Lama temple complex. As I walk through amongst them, the monks gently move their upper body to create a path for me. One of them indicates that there is...

Yoga teacher training

Today was a big day The last day of my yoga teacher training. I have been training for the last 28 days. An intense and inspiring 28 days. My normal day consisted of 7 to 8 classes per day from 6:30 am to at least 7 pm. Within each day there was 4 hours of asana...

After the storm

It rains daily here during the monsoon The storm usually comes around during my lunch break. I have the pleasure of just sitting and watching the storm go by. Electricity is often cut off due to the thunder. It’s like I’m in a different world, away from everything...

Incredible India

In the Himalayas The air is thin here. The mountains are close. The valley below is often covered with thick fog giving me the feel that I’m above the clouds. I have been here for 7 days now. I was here almost a year ago but this time I’m here alone, with a clear goal...