Podcast Myths & Samsara
004 | A Conversation on Masks, Playing God, and Striving for Enlightenment
This conversation dives into material in the novel I'm drafting. We talk about Yaksha masks and their significance in a real-life context.
D.M. De Alwis
Author of fantasy fiction, poetry and more.
Author Blog
Learn what to Cut Out from Storytelling, Podcasts, and Life
Most of us need a harbinger of truth to pull us back from the growing chasm created by politics. A Kalyana Mithra is a 'good or admirable friend'. They offer mentorship, act as a guide or spiritual ally, and contribute to spiritual and ethical growth. In writing, these are our editors and producers.
Podcast Myths & Samsara
003 | Exploring Beliefs Through the Hero's Journey on Myths & Samara
How does storytelling contribute to a greater understanding of mental and spiritual states? We dive into the story of Vishnu's avatar, Nara Simha, as an illustration of karma, reincarnation, time and the universe. Episode 3 (<15 mins) is available on April 29th, 2025.
Author Blog
Publishing with Ingram Spark
Two months of wrestling with book covers and PDF files before I finally added my books for a wider distribution than available from Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing.
Anecdotal Evidence
Compromise vs. Sacrifice
When you say the wrong thing at the wrong time, ego shows up and leaves you with your foot in the mess. This affects friendships, careers, and romantic relationships. How do we choose between compromising or sacrificing ourselves?
Anecdotal Evidence
Living with Fibroids
Is this what it all comes down to? What are fibroids, and how did they affect my weight loss journey? The long read.
Podcast Myths & Samsara
002 | Vijaya's Story on Myths & Samsara
What is of most interest to me is Vijaya's parentage, and grand parentage. The basis for my earlier novels. Episode 2 (~18 mins) is available April 15th, 2025.
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Indie versus Trad Publishing
When impatience rules my psyche, will introspection calm my desire for immediate gratification through Independent Publishing?
Podcast Myths & Samsara
001 | Audience & Animals? on Myths & Samsara
Happy April Fool's Day! For the pagan holiday, I am dropping a new podcast. No, this is no joke. Read more below.
Anecdotal Evidence
What do Exposition and Sausage Making Have in Common?
I've been firing on all cylinders in the last week. My daughter caught a debilitating stomach virus. I ended up self-medicating with YouTube videos and experimented with social media. I rubbed my daughter's belly and sang, "belly ache, belly ache, go away, go away." She's better now.
Podcast Myths & Samsara
000 | Introducing the Myths & Samsara Podcast
Through Buddhist cosmology, we revive ancient tales and blend folklore with world-building. Discover myths, spiritual lore, and a fantasy saga where time is a labyrinth and the dead do not rest.
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What I learned: Comicon 2025
A Day of Books, Connections, and Unexpected Moments. Have you ever wondered what happens when an author steps into the vibrant world of Comicon?