Hi! My name is Mahailia. I live on the West Coast of Scotland, with my family. I practice yoga, grow vegetables, bake sourdough bread, work for a charity and am studying Religion, Philosophy and Ethics with The Open University. I try to be kind, calm and aim at living as earnestly as possible. I fall from grace with impressive frequency.
I value knowledge and reason, but am drawn to mystery and intuition. The tension between these two sides of my nature bothers me. This blog is an attempt to investigate this tension. From an insiders perspective, through my own thoughts and experiences. And also through an outsiders perspective, looking at how philosophers, religious institutions, scriptures, and individuals suggest life ‘should’ be lived, leveled with the reality of what humans actually do.
I am looking for balance and contentment, which may be a tall order, but lets see…