Purify the body, purify the mind
When I decided to stay at the Root Institute, I knew I’d have to let go of some of my usual comforts. Life here, in the heart of India, comes with its own set of challenges, and the conditions, while simple, are far from ideal. I did make a small compromise by choosing a single room with an attached bathroom rather than a shared dormitory, but even then, stepping out of my comfort zone has been an enriching experience. It has taught me to cherish what I have and find creative ways to make do—lessons that extend to something as ordinary as my daily shower. Water, especially clean water, is scarce in India. Here, a shower is not a convenience but a luxury. To conserve resources, I’ve adapted to using a single red pail of water for bathing. The cold weather means I shower every other day, ensuring that I use as little as possible. As the Italian lady that said to Julia Roberts’ character in Eat, Pray, Love, "Whatever needs to be cleaned will be cleaned." With just a cup of wate...
