Living with your inner truth takes courage. We sometimes take that for granted – especially when your truth doesn’t conform to societal expectations. When every fiber in your body is telling you something that the rest of the world cannot see or even understand. I was filled with so much inspiration this Friday night,when I attended the Inspire Awards at the Hart House. An Awards Gala dedicated to the members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Trans community who have made a significant impact and contribution within the community. From the minute I walked in, I could sense the freedom, acceptance, and total lack judgment permeating the air – everyone was comfortable with being themselves, no
A few weeks ago, I shared my story of new beginnings and the power of human compassion (read it here http://goo.gl/U6yVIu). I want to give a shout-out to everybody who is currently in transition, looking for their grounding, for the right shoes to fit, for making peace with their past and letting it fuel the future. Recently I had to help pack up the house I grew up in. Our family decided to sell the home after my father passed away a few months ago. It was a very tough decision for all, but we felt like it’s the right one. Our home – the one we had grown up and matured in - didn’t’ feel like home without our dad, so it was time for us to move on. I went back through the house teary-eyed on
Being creative is a different process for everyone. I used to think that there was this secret formulaic strategy, but it’s really different and uniquely personal for everyone. I thought I would share with you my top 5 ways to get into the creative headspace. And I’d love for you to share yours! Music. Old or new, I love cranking up my speakers at home and listening. Music can take you back down the memory lane and help you remember why you fell in love with that song. Nothing sparks your creativity quite like hearing your favorite tune or discovering new music. Writing it down. The feeling of pen to paper is magic chemistry to me. I usually just write what is going on in my head. The words
A week ago NOW Magazine ran a series of cover stories - Tamils around the world, from ordinary people to filmmakers, to public figures, sharing their stories of perseverance. A lot of them hit a little too close to home. Today, I want to share mine with you. I came to Canada when I was quite young. I remember very little about it, as I was only three years old. My parents decided on a whim that they would leave everything and everyone behind to ensure my brother and I would grow up in a safe country. We fled to the UK first, where we had some family, and from there my parents had to decide between Australia and Canada. They chose Canada. It was December when we arrived. We landed in the midd
I have been spending a lot of time writing and recording new songs! I cannot wait to share all my new music with you guys! Just call me a busy bee! Stay tuned for more details! xoxo Roveena
