Welcome to my blog,

Origin Stories

Here, I share my deepest truths and ponderings. Sign up for my newsletter and get my latest writings delivered straight to your inbox.


Asha Mahari Asha Mahari

Why I Deleted My First YouTube Video

My first video was confronting, hard-lined, and sharp. I spent its launch braced for impact. Meanwhile, I wasn’t putting myself on the line—I was hiding behind it.

Read More
Asha Mahari Asha Mahari

Body Wisdom

Spirit: Your clairs (psychic abilities, clairvoyance, etc.) are related to your intuition, but they are not a substitute for your body. Embodiment means holding your relationship to your body as first and foremost.

Read More
Asha Mahari Asha Mahari

The “Love Language” Trap

“Physical touch is my love language.” POV: You didn’t ask. But the person you’re connecting with made sure to let you know.

Read More
Asha Mahari Asha Mahari

Polyamory and the Shadow of Hierarchy

“Overnights don’t work with the boundaries I have set up with my wife. Let’s keep things casual, okay?” My heart sank into my gut. I realized I had a need that had nothing to do with the sex we’d been having.

Read More
Asha Mahari Asha Mahari

The Dark Side of Asking for Consent

This weekend, I was outside at a retreat talking to a man who was using his hands to demonstrate a point. Suddenly, he asked if he could touch me…

Read More
Asha Mahari Asha Mahari

Celibacy Reflections

2 years ago, I set the boundary that I wouldn't have sex with someone until we had established a committed relationship. That ultimately resulted in a year and a half of…

Read More