Merry Monk’s Musings

I have only recently discovered that there has been a technical problem with the contact form on this website, and that for many months, perhaps even longer than a year, …

Ever seen a tightrope walker? One careful step at a time, suspended above the ground, balancing with complete focus. Too much weight on one side and they fall. Too much …

When I was still a model and actress, I wished so much to change my life. Chasing fortune, fame, friends and fans was not attractive to me. I wanted to …

I know some people are not pleased about me writing my truth. Some are close to my family, or knew my father, or knew one version of him, and I …

Unaware of what was about to unfold when we arrived in Aldgate in the heart of the city, my son Saj (Veer from my life story) and I boarded the …

Mental health is a subject close to my heart. Most of us, who have never suffered and overcome mental health or looked after a serious mental health patient will never …

Are you one of the lucky ones who can fall asleep as soon as your head hits the pillow? No? Well then, perhaps instead you’re one of those who just …

  If you haven’t read it already, Part 2 is available here     “They said I was acting mad in the street with no shoes on  … Someone called the …

  If you haven’t read it already, Part 1 is available here     In the weeks before I could arrive in Nairobi, as X’s parents were absolutely desperate to help …

“There’s always a gun to my head. You don’t understand … The pressure … If I say or do the wrong thing, they will come at me. I can’t say …

  Friends Like That   Jaya had once been my best friend. She and I had known each other since we were little kids. We’d played at each other’s houses, …

It has taken me a while to write about meditation as I’ve never felt qualified to do so and it’s of the utmost importance for me to be absolutely truthful. …