Mindful Moments: The Art of Japanese Ikebana and Breathwork
August 15, 2025 • by Aisha Bello Ikebana—the Japanese art of flower arranging—is as much about inner calm as it is about the blooms themselves. In a serene studio session, I guided guests through the “Three Points” of Sogetsu-style Ikebana arrangement, interwoven with breath-awareness practices drawn from Zen meditation. Read on for a simple three-stem […]
Finding Balance in Bali: The Healing Power of Water Temples
June 12, 2025 • by Tara Lim On a recent journey through Bali’s rice terraces, I stumbled upon Tirta Empul, one of the island’s most sacred water temples. As I joined locals in the ritual purification baths—stepping under cold, flowing fountains—I felt tension melt away. In this post, I share the history of Tirta Empul, […]
