Sharing my journey to a slow, intentional life.
One mildly overthought post at a time.
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This essay is adapted from the introduction I presented at Rialto/Griffioen for a screening of Payal Kapadia’s All We Imagine as Light. I had the privilege of introducing the film and wanted to offer the audience a few ideas to carry with them into the screening: about women and the…
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Red
Ravan had ten heads Each one an inverted medusa, Twenty eyes watched those swaying hips, a golden bait – cross the line, cross the line,…
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Purani Dilli at Ramzaan| A Photo Essay
Originally posted on A Date With Delhi: On any ordinary day, one peek at the majestic Jama Masjid of Old Delhi will take your breath…
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Simple things
Small shops are charming. They are manageable. Big stores overwhelm me. I like things that are handmade, single, creative pieces. Often in these stores I…
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Marigold Threading in Sitaram Bazaar
Marigold Threading in Sitaram Bazaar. Such a beautiful post. I love marigolds. Walking back home on either side of the road there would be several…
● About Me
Hi, I’m Amrita—the voice behind Diligent Candy. I’m a writer, educator, and quiet rebel drawn to slow living, thoughtful words, and mildly overthinking everything. This blog is my corner of the internet where intellect meets whimsy, and where I explore the sweet spots between scholarship, simplicity, and joy.
