Social Media and Religious Syncretism

In the article “What Effect Has the Internet Had on Religion?,” published in The Guardian, author Aleks Krotoski claims that the importance of the internet in everyday life has become a destabilizing force on traditional religion. In order to stay relevant, it’s argued, religious organizations have moved their services online in order to reach wider … Continue reading Social Media and Religious Syncretism

2020

The title of this post. Enough said. In actuality, there are not enough words in all the tongues of the ages to describe the complexity of our collective experience this past year. We've witnessed a pandemic of globally disruptive proportions, political polarization, a hastening of economic stratification, and an overall fragmentation of social cohesion. The … Continue reading 2020

What Is the Self? Part 1

A common interpretation of many spiritual practices is the transcendence of Self, or rising above one's identity. This is reflected most prominently in eastern religious traditions, and to a lesser extent, in those of the west. Throughout the ages, much about this subject has been watered down or misinterpreted. The modern pseudo-spiritual approach has taken … Continue reading What Is the Self? Part 1

Coffee & Contemplation: The Importance of Friendship

Note: Publishing work from my past is quickly becoming a series of sorts. There are so many pieces I've written that haven't seen the light of day since Writer's Workshop back in high school. Sharing them here seems like a cheat way to keep up with regular posts, but it's also a little cathartic. I get … Continue reading Coffee & Contemplation: The Importance of Friendship

The Significance of Names

Note: Here is another interesting piece written back in high school. I stumbled upon it amidst my insightful yet often cringeworthy delve into lost writings. There is a chance it was never finished, so I simply confined it to my forgetful, mental to-do list. Nevertheless, it marked my discovery of "Om," the sacred mantra of Brahman … Continue reading The Significance of Names