The corner of Jalan Raya and Jalan Suweta could be considered the epicenter of Ubud. Heading south, alongside the Tourist … More
Author: healingpilgrim
How to Fry a Frittata on Your Back
A few days ago, in the middle of Eka’s yoga class, I was so overcome with pain in my backside … More
Bebek Crossing Ahead
Living in a city such as Ubud, and walking across town in the early morning hours (as I love to … More
In Praise of Metal
Yesterday, the ceremony of Tumpek Landep was celebrated all around Bali; a holiday dedicated to Sanghvang Pasupati, the god of … More
The Penatahan Diaries – Part I
I just returned to Ubud after spending the past five days living in a house on a hill, deeply immersed … More
The Asian Umbrella Tax
They don’t tell you about it when you sign up for a tour, purchase an air ticket and visa, or … More
Mother of All Ceremonies
Another day, another ceremony on the island of the gods. Today the Balinese gather at temples to celebrate Pagerwesi – … More
101 Uses for a Dead Pig
I’m really not a pig-pilgrim. I don’t seek out pigs, don’t eat them, don’t play with them, don’t find them … More
Skyquakes, Dedalus & Other Unexpected Shifts
Since my return from Singapore, a series of tectonic shifts in my inner and outer landscape have shaken me up … More
Living in Limbo
It’s been a little over two weeks since I moved into a relatively new and still-unnamed place owned and run … More
Healing Pilgrim 