I had the privilege of participating in two eight one-hour-long guided meditations and a one-day mindfulness retreat led by Monk Ajahn Sādaro. This endeavour aimed to provide me with insight into the implementation of well-being practices within a cultural and religious context. The intention was to explore the synergy between the religious aspect and the practical application while extracting valuable lessons.

Throughout these sessions, I was encouraged to delve into my personal experiences, fostering a profound connection with my inner self, and heightening my awareness of sensory experiences—what I see, hear, touch, and consume. This concept of mindfully reconnecting with the self deeply resonates with my aspiration to encourage participants to reflect on their own personal experiences.

Coincidentally, I was introduced to this captivating exhibition by Shaked Gozlan, a student pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Art at Monash. This exhibition takes place in Intermission Gallery, delving into the intricate nuances and abundance of language, serving as a timeless and unending conversation that delves into the multifaceted nature of intersectional identity. This exploration is undertaken through the artist's personal experiences, employing the mediums of imagery, performance, and video.

A particularly striking component of the exhibition was the piece titled "Blood Libel," an audiovisual projection that left a lasting impact. From a technical perspective, the spatial layout of the room housing this piece seamlessly aligns with the spatial condition I had been seeking for my PDS table. Conceptually, the artist employs written language in the form of subtitles, combined with auditory elements, to transform the seemingly ordinary visual experience into a realm of captivating intrigue. This aligns precisely with the direction I am striving to pursue in my own practice.