Namaste! I’m a little haphazard and haven’t been telling my story in strict chronological order…
You can start with this post: Once upon a time.
Or check out the crib notes page, for a selection of key posts.
Om Shanti!
~Svasti
If you’re new here…
19 Sunday Oct 2008
Posted in Introduction
Svasti: A Journey From Assault To Wholeness 
Just wanted ya to know that I added you to my blogroll. I hope that you don’t mind.
*hugs*!!
@Chunks of Reality – why thank you! I’m about to return the favour, love your blog 🙂
Writing may be viewed as instinctual. This is one way your soul gets your attention to feelings that matter and also helps you to work through and discard the feelings that do not matter. Your blog is a wonderful example of how words have healing power. I also love the dragon images. The symbolism of this creature transcends the mystical. You see and live what you choose as your way of learning valuable things you would not otherwise gain wisdom into. Regardless of your life experience, a bright side always exists. Your job is to find that, explore it and dissolve any thought or feeling that does not serve your inner growth. Blessings!
@Liara – thanks for dropping by and commenting here. I tried to check out your blog but there doesn’t seem to be any content there? I’ll check back later.
I agree, writing is very instinctual – and all we can do is try to harness those instincts and express them. I think writing is really important.
Glad you like my dragon, I kinda like it myself! Blessings to you as well. 🙂
Hello
Thank You for visiting and commenting on my blog.
I never know what to say in comments. Guess in a way that reflects what I’m like in real life as well… always struggling with direct interactions… like a million possible things to say flow through this communication device that is me every second… what finds its way to the surface, if anything at all does, is usually short…
I really like your blog. It reminds me of me.
just pondering something as I sit here watching the cursor blink in this box… suddenly felt strange to me how we are just a few mouse clicks away from the thoughts of so many…
🙂
@Victor, thanks for dropping by. I really like your blog too! I like your rythm and meter and… words.
Comments. Should be left when the inspiration arises instead of just because. So thanks. And who cares what they say as long as its a connection between the one writing and the recipient?
Yes, the blog world has created interesting connections for me with several people and I’m very grateful for that. I didn’t realise until recently how very much I’ve revealed of myself out here in pixel-world and yet… I’m not sorry.
Namaste…isn’t that a kind of non-dairy creamer?
By the way, that Milarepa movie did suck–terrible script, terrible acting. No comment on Milarepa himself–no matter how great you are, somebody can still make a sucky movie about you.
Which reminds me, I’m working on the Svasti Story, starring…Nicole Kidman as Svasti!
@Dr Jay – are you trying to make me love you or loathe you more? 😉
Its entirely possible that somewhere in Marin County, ‘Namaste‘ is indeed a non-dairy creamer – who am I to judge??
Milarepa – what a dude. Although its a shame about the movie. You coulda kept talking to me instead!!
And I’m confused… are you saying I’m really great and you’d make a sucky movie about me with my least favorite actress in it? She’s just not good looking enough to play me anyway, and really, she uses way too much botox. She couldn’t express all that rage of mine in a real enough way any more… I’d definitely need script approval on any Svasti Story movie you’re making!! 😛
Interestingly enough, Our Nic’s on the idiot box here as I write this. Oprah’s doing a special on how great the movie ‘Australia‘ is. And well, it might be. I mean, Baz Lurhman wrote and directed it, so that’s possible. But then Oprah’s endorsement is always a little scary. That said, I’ll probably go and see it anyways… to see if it lives up to the hype.
Hi,
Your blog makes me hot! I see you’re in Australia–I go there to visit my friend Nicole. We have some wiiiild times together. Call me if you’re ever in L.A….
Luv,
Salma
I like your blog–very self-revealing and introspective. Thanks for adding me on your friend’s list at blog catalog. God bless 🙂
@Bai Maleiha – thanks for visiting and I’m glad you enjoy reading my blog! 🙂
Just saying hello, as it seems rude not to. Especially as I am adding you to my friends lists, here, there and everywhere 🙂
@Claire – well hey there! I understand we have at least one mutual friend!
Thanks for dropping by and adding me as a friend and so on and so forth… consider yourself added right back!! 😉
I am new… I will definitely want to learn more about your story.
Just stopping by to say hi!
@Leon & @One Hypo – thanks for dropping by! Don’t mind the snow 😉
I like your blog too. I couldn’t sleep and read a bit of it, and it helped.
Adding you to my feeds.
@susan – are you trying to tell me my blog sends you to sleep? 😉
Yoga for Cynics sent me over. You did a wonderful job on his new banner.
Your blog is brilliant and beautiful. 🙂
@Lydia – thanks for dropping by… glad you approve of my design skills! 🙂
Hi Svasti!
It’s been a long time I want to visit you.
Here I’m.
I’m also adding you to my blog list.
🙂
Love
Ana
@Ana – nice of you to drop by. 🙂
I’ve been checking out your blog again recently, too.
In re-reading your post, I am amazed at how I can gain something different and uplifting than when I last visited. You have a gift to enourage people to self-reflect.
@Liara Covert – that’s a lovely compliment! I’ve added your blog to my RSS reader now…
I’ll be back to catch up, I am very interested to read your story.
Namaste.
nice blog… i`m really enjoy
I have been reading! Amazing story and so much of it I can relate to. Folks really under estimate how much PTSD can effect you.
@Malicious Intent – Thank you for reading and commenting! Yes, I think these kinds of experiences are common to many people. Which is why sharing can be such a benefit to myself and anyone else who can relate. I’m glad it all makes sense to you.
PTSD is really a bit of a nasty horrible joke!
@mancai – Thanks for dropping by!! 🙂
Just found you via…. oooh, many places, probably Earth To Holly and Yoga For Cynics, and I’m about to dive in feet first….
@Bird – thank you for ‘finding’ me! And for reading, too 🙂
Have left you and 7 others a goodie over at my crib. Go on over and grab it!
@Malicious Intent – why thank you!! It definitely must be that time of year… 🙂
Svasti….thanks for dropping by and I’m taking sometime to read your blog from the beginning. You’re amazing, to have overcome all that you have. Please visit my blog for the laughs, at least the deli world keeps me very very grounded. Again thanks for reading it makes me happy.
Huggs Alot
JB
@jb – hey, no problems. I’m enjoying your posts. Eh… amazing, I don’t know about that (mumbles to self)… there’s plenty of others who’ve been through far worse, and I’d call them amazing.
Love those deli customers of yours 😉
It’s good to be back!
@One Hypo – glad you have you back!! 🙂
hey.. great blog!! going to read your stories from the begining..
keep writing.
and cookie says hi!
Hey! Thanks for visiting and reading. You’re blog is now on my list of regular reading 🙂
Hi –
I was wondering if you would add my blog to your blogroll? It is about my own therapy-related experiences . . . thank you in advance!
– Marie
http://mmaaggnnaa.wordpress.com/
Thank you for visiting my blog, and commenting! I am looking forward to following your blog and also would like to add you to my blogroll. Peace to you, sister.
@Mama Dharma – Thanks for dropping by! I’d be honoured if you added me to your blogroll. Consider the favour returned 🙂
It was so kind of you to post a comment on my blog. I’m checking yours out, and see that you are on a spiritual journey, (as we all are, aren’t we? Some just don’t know it.)
I just want to send blessings your way in hopes of happier days to come for you!
Namaste’ (and this isn’t referring to a coffee creamer! haha)
@Diane Meier – Thank you for dropping in to comment. Yes, we’re all on that journey, but sometimes its a little more obvious than others. Many thanks to you for your good wishes and wonderful blog posts.
you indeed have travelled past many do. yoga has been and always shall remain a tool to live life, and realize its meaning.
its great to know that this tremendously powerful aura has embalmed you.hope you have a tremendous journey with life and yoga.
in india, do travel places in the north. they are richly filled with spiritual treasures.
Hello,
I’m new to your blog. I’ll keep reading around if you’ll keep writing. I’m the manic depressive type and my friends tell me I’m nuts when I stop taking meds. They also think I’m self medicating… And diagnosing by wandering around cyberspace looking for answers to my sorry excuse for being alive. Me, well, I think they’re crazy! Be back soon.
Kay
@Kay – Thanks for commenting! Hope you find the path you are searching for. 🙂
Great blog, I really love reading your articles. Keep up the good work and have a great 2010.
this blog is amazing. i will be back!
I like your blog- I’ll be back too!
I just found your blog and have read your story from the beginning, at least the first seven parts.. No-one should have that experience of abuse and I am amazed by the strenght your showing by putting it out here.
I hope you are healed today and your life is filled with love the way it should.
-Namaste
I just wanted to let you know that i’m back blogging. Its been really hard because Ive been so busy. So I’m going to try posting more! There are so many things that I need to get off my chest!
So hope all is well with you!
Much love
God Bless!
Thanks for dropping in again. I know how hard it can be to fit blogging into your life sometimes. Blessings to you as well. 🙂
Love how your reflections draw an audience of kindred spirits. Peace and blessings to you wherever you feel and go.
Hi Liara, thank you for the lovely thoughts. Peace and blessings to you, also.
As a survivor of both warfare and early childhood trauma, I appreciate the insight your blog delivers. Definitely adding you to my list of favorites!
Liking your blog – interesting journey. All of our paths are twisty turny, your honesty is refreshing.
Greetings!
We wanted to reach out to some other groups that are raising awareness about PTSD. We are “Wounds That Don’t Bleed”, a group of people dedicated to bring to light the tragedy of PTSD and the effects it is having on both active duty soldiers and those who reside here in the states.
Our team created a music video on the topic that can be viewed here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bDSgahGKnk. You can also check out our website here http://www.woundsthatdontbleed.com and our Facebook page here https://www.facebook.com/WoundsThatDontBleed. You can also email us using this address: woundsthatdontbleed@gmail.com.
If you could mention either the video, our Facebook page or our website with your group of dedicated people we would greatly appreciate it. We are all committed to the same cause and would love it if our video was able to help the PTSD cause.
Thanks!
Sincerely,
The Wounds That Don’t Bleed Team
The way you write is such flowing. Keep writing. http://www.bellofpeace.org