Author: Maheshika Peiris
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Before you change your life, change your Tuesdays
We spend so much of our lives waiting for the moments that will change everything. A new job, a new city, a new relationship, or a fresh start. But what if the life you’re hoping to build isn’t created by extraordinary milestones at all? This essay explores why the ordinary days we rarely remember may…
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10 small rituals for rainy days
Ten simple rainy-day rituals for an afternoon at home, from reading and baking to cooking, writing and taking a break from your phone.
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The forgotten joy of slow weekends
After weeks of filling every weekend with plans, I accidentally discovered the joy of having none. What began as a weekend that felt unproductive became a reminder that rest doesn’t have to be earned. Sometimes the most meaningful weekends aren’t the ones spent chasing experiences, but the ones that leave you feeling like yourself again.
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The subtle signs you’ve outgrown your old life
The signs you’ve outgrown your old life are rarely obvious. They often appear in the conversations, priorities, and dreams that no longer feel quite the same. Keep reading →
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30 things to stop apologizing for after 30
The most meaningful changes in your thirties often begin with what you’re willing to let go of. From outdated expectations to unnecessary guilt, these are 30 things you can stop apologizing for as you build a life that feels more like your own.
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Why your 30s might be the most transformative decade of your life
Does life really end at thirty? From unrealistic timelines to the pressure of having it all figured out, many women enter their thirties carrying expectations that no longer serve them. This essay explores identity, reinvention, and the freedom that comes from defining success on your own terms, while discovering there may be more than one…
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Spring blossoms in Budapest: where to see the flowers
Where to look for spring blossom in Budapest, from Tóth Árpád Promenade and Margaret Island to Millenáris, with realistic advice on timing.
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Autumn in Budapest: a photo journal and slower walks
An autumn week off with my daughter, walks around City Park and ideas for enjoying Budapest’s parks, hills and riverside without a packed itinerary.
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Budapest in spring: walks, blossom and time outdoors
A personal guide to Budapest in spring, with walks through the Castle District, parks, riverside stops and practical advice for planning your days.
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My Budapest photo journal: everyday walks and river views
Twenty photographs from my time living in Budapest, from the Castle District and Liberty Bridge to the Danube views on an ordinary walk to the shops.
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In conversation with Nick Luebke
Remember when we were on Myspace? Yes, me neither! Well, of course, I am that old. I was not on Myspace, but it was the most popular social network site pre-Facebook. Facebook made an entrance about an year later (2004), followed by Twitter in 2006. There are currently over a hundred of them, including platforms…
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Stay inspired with Sara Magyar: Wedding + Lifestyle Photographer
Sara isn’t just a great Budapest based photographer. She is also my friend. So I am super excited to get this conversation on record. I think often we tend to acknowledge talent and awesomeness easily from a distance. Think about it. We would listen to a TED talk by someone we’ve never met or known…