Creating art for healing purposes dates back tens of thousands of years to the practices of First Nations people around the world. Art therapy uses creative processes, primarily visual art such as painting, drawing, or sculpture, with a view to...
A Time Like No Other: The COVID-19 Pandemic; Perspectives on Jamaica’s Experience, recounts the life-changing COVID-19 pandemic and its effects on Jamaica told from the point of view of an expert in the health and sanitation industry. In this...
In Westmoreland, approximately 25 minutes from Negril, is a hidden paradise: Blue Hole Spring. This natural wonder, well-known for its healing properties, beckons weary souls seeking rejuvenation in the heart of the Jamaican countryside. Imagine...
In the annals of ancient morality teachings, we encounter a profound image that has endured through time: the depiction of three wise monkeys imparting invaluable life lessons. With its hands covering its eyes, the first monkey teaches us the...
From our earliest years, we have been told that everyone makes mistakes. The adage ‘to err is human’ is a common phrase, often used to excuse our missteps. Life is a journey filled with imperfections. Merely accepting that life isn’t perfect, or...
This week, we delve into the enigmatic Green Grotto Caves, nestled in Discovery Bay, St Ann. Originally known as the Runaway Bay Caves, this subterranean labyrinth has witnessed the ebb and flow of civilizations, from the indigenous Taino people to...
Have you ever met someone, been handed a business card, and found yourself without one to hand back? Perhaps you offered an alternative, saying “Let’s connect on LinkedIn”, or displayed a scannable QR code on your phone that linked to your details...
Marriage I said I do and now I can’t undo The pain I feel is beyond what words can say As my abuser lay beside me each and every day He would hurt me even in front of our daughter’s face Whenever I cry tears of blood fall down my cheeks My...
The image of Babylon, once a prosperous city and a place of servitude and oppression, was transferred in the imagination of Israel as a metaphor for arrogant, autonomous power that does evil in the world and opposition to Yahweh’s will. The...
Nestled in Portland lies a silent reminder of Jamaica’s fiery past: the extinct volcano of Black Hill. Though its last eruption happened 12 million years ago, evidence of its power slumbers beneath our feet. The dark basalt rocks scattered across...
In today’s information superhighway age, it’s easy to get lost in the whirlpool of understanding. One intriguing aspect that emerges from this is the confusion between spiritual laws and physical laws. These two realms operate in stark contrast to...
Holi, widely known as the Hindu festival of colours, is a joyful annual celebration at the advent of spring, with cultural and religious significance. Typically observed in March in India, Nepal, other South Asian countries and across the diaspora...
Nestled just five minutes from Silver Sand in Trelawny lies a hidden gem, shrouded in mystique and steeped in legend – the Johnson’s Pen Cave. Also known as Arawak Cave or Refuge Cave, this haven is not merely a geological wonder but a gateway to...
In the fast-paced realm of modern existence, the universal phenomenon of distraction permeates various facets of our lives. From the lamentations of students grappling with focus in their studies to the harried professionals overwhelmed by their...
Distant friends At three in the morning it’s time for the meet, Outside of the house just before the street. The air is cool, breathing feels refreshing, Tranquil and soothing, the perfect setting. How are you doing? Usually no reply, As I gaze...
Jamaica, a land known for its vibrant culture and stunning beaches, also holds a lesser-known story of faith. Hinduism, brought to the island in 1845 by Indian indentured labourers, has woven itself into the Jamaican tapestry. On May 10 of that...
The society instils in us the importance of setting goals and being ambitious from a very young age. However, this constant chase after desires is leading to discontentment and hopelessness. We ruin the most blissful state of life from that early...
Travelling across Jamaica, it is difficult to miss the breathtaking reminders of our history. From great houses to quaint vernacular homes, ancient courthouses dating back centuries, towering forts, majestic cathedrals, sugar mills, water wheels,...
Book review by Nicole Watson Gods of Bruising, by Dara Wilkinson Bobb, is a touching story about how life can change in an instant, leaving feelings of emptiness and loneliness, yet it offers promises of hope and a new beginning. Bobb tells a...
Queen Nefertiti of Egypt, who is immortalised in the 20th century remarkable archaeological find of her painted bust that now adorns the Cairo Museum as a world-renowned ancient work of art, is often compared for her beauty to Leonardo da Vinci’s...
These days, we find ourselves encountering the notification message on our phone or email inbox, signalling that we are running out of space. When we ignore that, our device starts slowing down or refuses to download/store any more media....
Have you ever felt that connection to Jamaican waters or the vibrancy of its rainforests? Turns out that deep respect for nature is woven into the very fabric of the island’s history. Before the tides of history swept over this island paradise, the...
Last year on the Lantern Festival night, the flower market was as bright as day, With the moon rising above the willow branches, people gathered under the moon’s soft display. This year on the night of the Lantern Festival, the same...
In the heart of downtown Kingston is a fascinating testament to Jamaica’s diverse heritage – the Shaare Shalom Synagogue. It stands as a reminder that Judaism, the second-oldest faith practised on our island, has roots stretching back centuries. It...
