Later this month, I’m hosting an event with my friend Dr. Sundar Balasubramanian on the science of breath and its connection to the wisdom of the Tirukkural. If you or […]
Perceiving the World Through Another Language
Learning another language can turn your perceptions upside down. When I first began learning Tamil, for instance, I found that being “cool” toward another person can actually mean being “warm.” […]
Gaining Greater Comfort In Another Language
A few months ago, someone reached out to me from Malaysia asking if I might teach her spoken Tamil. At first I was deeply hesitant. There are many wonderful teachers […]
A Potent Question
Whenever I offer a talk, I cherish the opportunity for interaction and conversation. Usually this means some kind of Q&A with the audience as a whole, the more boisterous and […]
Poets As Friends
I was recently delighted to speak at the graduation ceremony of the Metroplex Tamil Academy in Dallas, Texas. A record 72 eighth graders were recognized for their achievement! Such community […]