THE MALISATTVA
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about
My greatest fear is leaving the room half dim. In all that I do and in all that I am, my highest goal is to illuminate and inspire. Malisattva is a play on words that includes the first 4 letters of my name and the Sanskrit term ‘‘sattva’’, which means stillness of mind. I hope to inspire my readers with the flow of energy and likeness of minds to explore avenues of life yet unseen by sparking your journey towards true fulfillment and light. This community begins with the opening of hearts and the burning desire to be free and seen.
Selected Topics
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A Place Called Home
A deeper reflection of culture and society leads the mind to wonder about our greater needs versus our greater desires.
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I wish I wasn’t so misunderstood
For so long, I have been running away. It’s hard to say why; I just can’t keep still. I guess I’m running towards something. Maybe a better me.
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Why We Should Be Conscious of the Things We Say
Opening my eyes in this misty haze of ridicule caused disruption in the body. Within moments I began to wonder if the life dunes that smothered my horizons
GENERAL INFO
Malika Blackwood is a jack of many trades and master of none, focusing on clarity, depth, and originality. My work explores language as both structure and sensation, often blurring the line between form and feeling. I approach each entry with precision, curiosity, and an attention to tone. I value rhythm, restraint, and ideas that unfold naturally. Whether in long-form essays, short fiction, or poetic fragments, I aim to create works that resonates quietly but lingers.