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  1. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    Having had a terrible child-life, with divorced parents, step-mother and entire schooling away in a boarding school in India, where parents would come zero-to-once a year to meet me, life has been hellish. This had led to severe depression after my son was born. Life had just become too much to handle. From my personal experience, the first step to getting rid from depression is to acknowledge it. By acknowledging I do not mean that one accepts that they're sad or etc, but to acknowledge that they're suffering from depression and they NEED help. I don't know whether it is the same for others too, but I had always been over-forgetful. I couldn't concentrate on anything I listened to. Neither someone speaking or my own thoughts. There would be like infinite thoughts in my head every moment. I would be puzzled most of the time. Insomnia. Too emotional. Too scared. Suicidal. Terrible mother. Terrible wife. Terrible person. Despite counselling and anti-depression drugs for about 6 months, nothing changed for me. Then suddenly it just clicked! I would sit down to meditate and carefully try to listen to and analyse the thoughts in my mind. Meditation definitely cleared my head and I felt immensely relieved. Thinking about the 'bigger picture' did a lot of good for me. By 'bigger picture' I mean, our real selves, life and death...and things like how would suicide really help me?...whatever 'dukh' I have is a result of my own past karams. I have to face them and not stay with them. I had to move on. No point being in the past. P.S. Sukhmani Saheb paths have done wonders for me! Please, anyone wanting to recover should definitely seek refuge of Gurbani.
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    Following is an interesting Facebook status of BBC world news: "Do age and power go together? When are you too old to be a leader - and can you really trust anyone over 70? Only last month the Pope, 85, said that he was too old, lacking in strength to do his job. But not every-one steps down like the Pope or sees age as a barrier. Take the 88 year old King of Saudi Arabia. Last year he was named by Forbes as one of the world's top 10 most influential leaders. And he's not alone. Queen Elizabeth is 86 is in the 61st year of her reign India's Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is 80. Raul Castro, Cuba's President is 81. And Robert Mugabe who's 89 has been in power in Zimbabwe for more than 30 years. So does age have an effect on your ability in office?"
  3. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    I'm only assuming that you're drawn towards Buddhism because of the way they meditate; something that lacks in the way Sikhi is being preached these days. Would you like share your opinion about why you would like to adopt any other religion?
  4. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    Wjkk wjkf ji I've been to Baru Saheb for 13 years. Most of what I am today is because of what I've been taught there. So, it simply wouldn't be right for me to start counting the negatives about sending your kids there. I shall simply explain my opinion via two simple points: 1> I never dare to dream about sending my 3 year old son there. 2> Sikhi can never be spoon-fed. One gets it with very good karams alone.
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    Dear Bhenji, I think the best thing to do (apart from Ardas to Guru Saheb) is to spend some time away from the situation in order to get youself a clear mind. You will then be able to decide upon what you really want. You've mentioned that he's been physically abusive. I'm very sorry to say that that should actually be the last resort. Any physical abuse is an indicator of the loveless relationship. But if you would still like your marriage to work, you'll need to take control of the situation. Talk to your husband. Make your feelings and emotions clear to him. Don't forget to try to understand where he's coming from either. Having said all that, don't forget that a marriage does not define your entire life. If it doesn't turn out to be what you wish for, no big deal. There is so much more in life to live for. Take care Bhenji. P.S. On a side note, Do as many mool-mantar jaaps as you physically can. You won't need to do anything. Everything will sort itself out.
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    These missionaries think that Sri Akaal Purakh Ji and the sewa given to Gursikhs and Shaheeds are limited to their ability of understanding. Apart from feeling pity for this dhundha guy, I pray to Guru Saheb to remove the 'dhundh' from his brain and eyes.
  7. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    Which two have they cancelled?
  8. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    Yeah, he was a good guy. R.I.P 'Kaljugi'. :surrender: :giggle:
  9. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    My 3 year old had a lot of dandruff until he was about 1 and a half years old. It was probably because of the cradle-cap he had. Anyway, I used to apply and massage with loads of coconut oil every single day and not bother about it showing in his patka or ruining the pillow covers etc. After about two months, his head was entirely clear and I've not seen another flake of dandruff since. If it's too itchy and is oozing some fluids, I'd recommend to show it to a doctor first.
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    Dear Bhaji, Dhan Guru Gobind Singh Saheb Ji used to wear a Kalgi made out of gold and it had diamonds in it as well. The gold-plating on Sri Harmandir Saheb was done by Maharaaja Ranjit Singh ji as a tankhaah (punishment and sewa) given by Jathedaar Akaali Phoola Singh ji. This sewa was done in presence of Singh Saheb (head granthi) Baba Sant Singh ji, who were also the 5th Mukhi of Damdami Taksaal. (P.S. I'm honoured by being called a beloved sister. Thank you, ji)
  11. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    The missionaries. I was referring to the original post about this, Bhaji.
  12. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    Dear Bhaji, It's not wrong to have jigyasa (urge to seek) and the wantonness to know reasons behind stuff. But you agree that, "Gold makes the gurdwara look nice, a home fit for a king." and your doubt is only that, "Milk is for drinking, not washing." This is far more better than condemning the gold plating and comparing the milk to Shiv ji's semen.
  13. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    They're probably using up the rest of their good karam-phal in this lifetime to spend the eternity in hell. Hiding? (probably). And unable to do anything; like the rest of us.
  14. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    Dear Bhaji, Keep doing ardaas to Guru Saheb to bless you with Amrit. Just ask Guru Ji to show you the way. Don't take a decision yet. And when time comes, you'll know what or what not to do.
  15. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    This is the kind of productive discussion we should be having. Personal opinions don't ever really matter on traditions like washing Sri Harmandir Saheb's marble floor with katchi lassi. We could even start arguing that the gold used at Sri Harmandir sahib should've been used as donations to poor instead. These things don't have an end, do they?
  16. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    Good one!
  17. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PkzzdiRv4O4 How absolutely wonderful is this?! Just can't wait!
  18. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    edited: misunderstanding.
  19. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    Bhaji, try using a comb/kanga in your beard from time to time....this one looks messy! :giggle:
  20. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    Dear Bhaji, I agree that none of us have asked Bibi Snatam Kaur herself about these issues and are discussing (definitely the wrong word here) about her. But its all been going on for so long...has no one really ever asked them about the Hindu pujas etc.? (apart from Gursant Singh's public articles and videos) I really haven't seen one single public explanation from their side that explains their worshipping to Hindu deities and uttering Hindu mantras. Although, I agree to the phrase "witch hunt" you've mentioned above...but I really think that these issues do need to be addressed. Also, in the other thread http://www.sikhsangat.com/index.php?/topic/70109-the-kundalini-yoga-crew-do-it-again-dancing-to-bani/?hl=%2B3ho+%2Bdancing the person who was trying to clarify their part of the perspective said it clearly that they do not promote it as Sikhi. It really does make me wonder why they still do it then? If every single act of their lives revolves around Yoga and not around Sikhi, shouldn't they call themselves yogis rather than Sikhs? Bhaji, surely you do not approve of the wedding video with no Anand Kaaraj shown..do you? I mean, even if we did ask them about it, what kind of excuse can one still come up with? Maharaaj ji's saroop wasn't available? No Gurdwara around? What's wrong with Anand Kaaraj? (Also, don't get me wrong. I'm not trying to paint them all with the same brush. I admit I have seen other photos of some other 3HO couples sitting in Guru ji's hajoori for Anand Kaaraj.) About questioning Parchaaraks. I believe we, as sangat, have a right to question the rehni-behni of someone who comes up the stage to do parchaar of Sikhi, but isn't following it correctly themselves. Be it Hazoori Ragis or Bibi Snatam Kaur or even a Singh Saheb.
  21. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    I wear a dumalla and I live in the UK.
  22. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    Exactly my views there!Personally, I listen to Snatam Kaur's keertan much more often than any one else's. Because it makes me calm and peaceful...and better relaxed to go to sleep. On the other hand, I have read and watch many of Gursant Singh's articles and videos. I have to say that I agree with most of his views about the anti-Gurmat practices. But still, it would be purely hypocritical for me to bash the entire 3HO guys, when Snatam Kaur inspires me with her keertan as well! I think that Only Five bhaji is trying to raise valid points but is going about it the wrong way. He ruined a wonderful thread of the keertan of Re man eh bidh jog kamaao...and started this thread to bash them again via a perfectly positive video. This certainly isn't the right way. The key points should be discussed in a mature manner rather than being so hateful. It is sad, really.
  23. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    I agree! Also, looking at that, we really need to sort what parchaaraks born into sikh families (and Punjab) are doing....and then move onto the converts. I do seriously agree that issues like 3HO sikhs dancing to Gurbani, idol worship, worshipping at Hindu Dhaam, doing yags etc, and promoting Hindu deities and Hindu mantras etc etc should be dealt with. They are obviously free to do whatever they want to as individuals but not whilst in Sikhi-Baana. It simply gives out the wrong message. Although, I'm glad that in the video describing a Sikh way of life, they haven't included any of the anti-Gurmat stuff.
  24. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    Whoa! never heard that one! Waheguru Kirpa karan.
  25. Raaj.Karega.Khalsa
    I don't ever get this. Why do we need to concentrate so much over the negative stuff? You don't like something? Ignore it. Move on! There SO many Raagi, keertaniye, dhadhi that we know who eat meat and drink alcohol. Why don't we ever question their rehni-behni? The video of Bibi Snatam Kaur posted originally is SO beautifully heart-warming and touching. I fail to understand how one could gather negativity out of it. Seriously!
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