Reading increases emotional intelligence. Research has shown that people who read literary fiction — stories that explore the inner lives of characters — show a heightened ability to understand the feelings and beliefs of others. Researchers call this ability the “theory of mind,” a set of skills essential for building, navigating, and maintaining social relationships.
Mai Bhago grew up in a devout Sikh household where the Sikh tradition of valor was imparted early. As a young girl, she most likely heard about her family’s relationship with the Gurus, along with the martyrdom of Guru Arjan Sahib Ji, the wars of Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji, and Mughal injustices.
Equality for women has always been one of the main attributes of Sikhism, and a great number of women have made significant contributions in the past. Sikh history is replete with exemplars that portray women as equal to men in service, devotion, sacrifice, and bravery.
Human form is the opportunity to appreciate Divine majesty experienced within the self and seen in nature. This way, one feel humble and praises the Creator. Our conscience tells us to conduct ourselves in conformance to nature. As follows. The water in the oceans sees its duty to irrigate the land, be useful for washing and bathing and finally get back to the ocean.
Sikhs have emerged in the ensuing chaos offering langar, and emergency relief to those in need.
This event also celebrated the proclamation of the State of Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker for the month of February to be the “Punjabi Language Month” in the state of Illinois.
This story imparts this message simply and implicitly to children. For adults it invites us to contemplate the story behind the story. It invokes us to explore a moment of significant silence. A few pages can be written about the interaction of the cannibal with Mardana and Guru Nanak.... yet there are unknown volumes that can be written about the silence in the middle of the story.
Love is meant to be a free gift. Give but don't expect. Love blossoms with faith, grows with gratitude, and is destroyed by demand. This may sound simple but it isn’t, because in those whom we love the most are hidden our greatest tests.
The body doesn’t make iodine on its own, so you need to get it from food sources or supplements... Your thyroid plays a crucial role in your overall health, and iodine plays a vital role in its ability to function properly...
In this book, I share stories as a window into life as a Sikh in America today – in my skin, in my shoes, in my turban. I also share how basic Sikh teachings, like oneness, love, and selfless service, have helped me navigate the challenges I’ve faced in ways that help me feel authentic, whole-hearted, and hopeful.