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Cultural Exchange
He keeps returning to the tension between Eastern spiritual practices and Western daily life.
Matthew Williamson's exploration of cultural exchange is a recurring theme throughout his archive, with posts such as Energy, Compassion and Healing (2007) and For Priya (2007) showcasing his interest in Eastern spiritual practices and traditions. His encounters with people from different backgrounds, like his friend Priya who is a practicing Jain, have prompted him to learn more about their beliefs and customs. The thread of cultural exchange evolves over time, with later posts like The Trial of Jyoti Part 2 (2025) demonstrating a continued engagement with diverse perspectives and experiences. Through these posts, Williamson highlights the value of cross-cultural understanding and exchange, often finding common ground between different traditions and practices.
7 posts, in order
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January 2007
For Priya
I met a girl about 5 years ago and we became friends. She is sweet and funny and so smart, we still talk some. She is from India and a practicing Jain. I won't ...
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March 2007
Mosaic
The winds were eating away at the remaining moisture in the earth. Sunshine was brilliant and made the days seem to sparkle. The People would need to dance soon...
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August 2007
Energy, Compassion and Healing
I went last night to the Oklahoma City Reiki Energy Circle Meetup . Very nice group of people there. The woman who runs the Meetup has been practicing for 4 or ...
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September 2008
Everyday Magic Technology
Whoa, this is amazing. I will not give you my thoughts yet, but rather, I would like to read your comments.
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March 2009
The Jewel in the Heart of the Lotus
I found this while looking at other videos by Glenn Marshall and I simply fell in love with it. Simply amazing, a demonstration of Everyday Magic. The Jewel in ...
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June 2025
The Trial of Jyoti Part 2
If you found this without reading Part 1, it is here . The Memory of the Rains The clearing fell silent as the woman of bark and leaf stepped forward. Only the ...
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April 2026
The Willow and the River
A willow-keeper of the Irish wells meets a Naga-kin walking from water to water — two ancient guardians from very different traditions recognizing each other across a pub table in Connemara.