Beyond the Stereotype: Understanding the Surge in Neurodiversity Among Women and Children
Introduction For generations, the narrative surrounding neurodiversity—conditions such as autism, ADHD, and related profiles—has been remarkably narrow. For a long time, it was widely misunderstood as a condition that primarily affected boys. Classic diagnostic criteria were built around hyperactive, disruptive behaviors most frequently observed in young males, leaving countless girls, women, and quiet children completely…
Noble Friendships & Power of Community in Healing
The Introduction In a culture that often champions hyper-independence—telling us to "heal in private" and "carry our own weight"—we frequently overlook one of the most potent medicines available to us: community. Healing, whether from physical illness, mental burnout, or profound emotional trauma, is rarely a solitary endeavor. While professional guidance and personal introspection are vital,…
The Ripple Effect: Cultivating Loving-Kindness from Within
In the rush of modern life, we often treat kindness as an external resource—something we offer to our friends, our family, or the world at large. Yet, we frequently forget that the most sustainable source of kindness begins within. If we approach the world with a dry well, we have little to share. Cultivating Loving-Kindness…
The Perfectionist Myth: Unpacking the Burden You Were Never Meant to Carry
We often wear the label of "perfectionist" like a badge of honor. We tell ourselves—and those around us—that our relentless pursuit of excellence is a trait we chose, a conscious standard we...
This week's reflection.
Befriending Your Inner Landscape: The Art of Compassionate Presence We often treat our inner lives like a problem to be solved. When tension rises, a critical thought appears, or anxiety begins to hum in the background, our immediate instinct is usually to "fix" it. We want to analyze it, dismiss it, or push it away…
My take on clerical abuse in Sri Lanka
In this interview, I tried my best to offer my views on clerical abuse in Sri Lanka. I base these views on my lived experience and research.