The Tanabata Festival is a celebration of hope, positivity, and wishes for the future. Come along, as our writers explore the history and cultural significance of this prominent Japanese festival, and know more about how DIRS celebrated the Tanabata Festival in its own unique way!
Read what our Blogs & Journal core team has to say as we embark on the journey of publishing thoughtful blogs that truly encapsulate the spirit of 'Wonder: Finding Magic in the Mundane'!
One of our final blogs for the academic year, this piece re-interprets the concept of a lighthouse in keeping with the Lighthouse Series. It shines light on the inner life of lighthouses; people who are primarily defined by the light they channel for others as their needs gather dust in shadows.
By helping others, we give ourselves a chance to experience communion, which we may not always strive to build with each other. Simple acts of service unite us in the shared pursuit of universal well-being. Serving others becomes a valuable way to stitch us back into a meaningful social fabric.
Clothes speak without words. Every clothing choice, whether it is a favourite colour or a specific garment, reflects who you are. People use fashion to communicate identity, culture, and mood. Wearing clothes that align with your personality can foster self-authenticity and emotional well-being.
The past few years have been turbulent worldwide. It is such times, when the darkness shrouding us seems never-ending and hope is furthest from our minds, that doubt begins to creep in. Fear and anxiety wash away rationality and leave us in despair. So, what do we do when things seem so bleak?
Forgiveness is the intentional decision to let go of resentment towards someone who has hurt us, regardless of whether they have intentionally wronged us or not. It frees our mind from the endless cycle of pain and blame, allowing us to heal and move forward.
This piece is our postcard from the East Indian community—a snapshot of their lives told through the flavours that they treasure most. After all, food speaks louder than words. Their culture blends folk Catholicism, Portuguese heritage, and regional traditions, through language, dress, and music.
In 1994, the United Nations General Assembly declared August 9 as ‘World Indigenous Day’ to celebrate the contribution of indigenous communities to global culture and ecological well-being. It reminds us of the challenges they face in safeguarding their dignity, population, languages, and cultures.
