”I have now put and end to that self-detestation, to that foolish empty life … that after so many years of folly you have again had a good idea, that you have accomplished something, that you have again heard the bird in your breast sing and followed it.” Siddhartha – Herman Hesse
Does modernisation benefit a country and its citizens? I’m sitting in a top floor club in Bhutan’s capital city Thimpu, trying to answer this very question. In front of me are 4 Bhutanese girls in traditional Kai dress, singing an … Continue reading
“Come here! We drink finest Russian Vodka!” Shivering from the midday cold, I join Neeltje who has already given in to the charms of the old man sitting across the drafty dining room in Dokla. He gestures to me to … Continue reading
A small Shiva temple sits at the summit of the Tungnath range, Chandrashila, a 4000m peak in the Himalayas. Thought to have been built by the Pandavas from the Mahabharata epic over 1000 years ago, the temple is one of … Continue reading
Have you ever enjoyed something that you don’t necessarily approve of? Or allowed yourself to get wrapped up in a moment despite knowing what you’re experiencing may be considered by many as inappropriate? Exhausted, I make my way to the … Continue reading
“And this carving here depicts a man and a woman making love standing on 3 legs in a cosmic embrace. Notice the man’s hand – thumb and index finger together – indicating his deep knowledge of the art of sex”. … Continue reading
It’s been a while since I last posted anything on here. I’ve been trying to get back into the rat race. I’ve succeeded. I once again feel trapped, unable to express myself and do the things that nurture my soul.
In an attempt to reconnect with my passions and get away from the comfort of London living, a friend and I decided to head into the wilderness at the height of winter for a spot of wild camping. We filmed our adventure and made a short movie. It was so easy to step away for a weekend and I came back feel rejuvenated; ready to take on the world again.
I hope this clip inspires others to do the same.
