The Complexity of Belonging

The discussion revolves around the intricate nature of belonging, emphasizing that it is often more challenging than establishing one's identity. M. G. Vasanji articulates how home is not a singular, fixed location but a contingent space shaped by personal experiences and memories. He reflects on his own multifaceted identity as a person of Indian heritage, born in Kenya and raised in Tanzania, which complicates his sense of belonging. Vasanji’s narrative illustrates that one can feel at home in multiple places yet still confront feelings of 'perpetual homelessness' in the modern world.