Beyond the Pursuit of Happiness: The Sikh Alchemy of Suffering and Strength

Thoughts by Rajveer Singh, funding and conflict none In the modern world, we are conditioned to believe that the ultimate goal of life is the pursuit of "happiness." Our prayers are often transactional, focused on the acquisition of Sukh (pleasure) and the avoidance of Dukh (suffering). We treat suffering as a cosmic error—an intruder that … Continue reading Beyond the Pursuit of Happiness: The Sikh Alchemy of Suffering and Strength

The Sikh Struggle for Identity Against Hindu Nationalism

Article By Rajveer Singh, Head of Khalsa Diary - Conflict and funding none Sikhi and Sanatan Dharma (commonly aligned with Hinduism) are two separate and sovereign traditions with divergent theologies, philosophies, and identities. Despite their proximity in geography, the two stand apart in belief, scripture, and practice. However, this distinction has not always been respected—historically … Continue reading The Sikh Struggle for Identity Against Hindu Nationalism

The Architecture of the Mind: A Sikh Deep Dive into Mental Health

Written by Rajveer Singh, Head of Khalsa Diary, conflict and funding none Sikhi provides a unique, holistic framework for understanding mental health that predates modern psychology while aligning with many of its contemporary findings. At the heart of this perspective is the concept of the Mann (the mind/psyche) and its relationship with the Atma (soul) … Continue reading The Architecture of the Mind: A Sikh Deep Dive into Mental Health

Jogi – a good attempt mulled over by a lack of education

Article by Rajveer Singh, Head Of Khalsa Diary, funding and conflict of interest none Diljit's new film Jogi perplexes me. On the one side it has some very harsh truths about 1984 and what had happened throughout that time. Jogi Movie Poster At the same time I can't help but feel defeated once again at … Continue reading Jogi – a good attempt mulled over by a lack of education

ਗੁਲਾਮ ਹੋਣ ਤੋਂ ਚੰਗੀ ਸ਼ਹੀਦੀ – Its better to be martyred than to be a slave

Article By Rajveer Singh Head Of Khalsa Diary; conflict and funding none Sant Jarnail Singh Ji with the Sikh Kharku's Throughout the years the Sikhs have been in this world, we have faced many different hardships and have come out on top. Especially when we look at the 18th Century, we see the utter destruction … Continue reading ਗੁਲਾਮ ਹੋਣ ਤੋਂ ਚੰਗੀ ਸ਼ਹੀਦੀ – Its better to be martyred than to be a slave

The Journey of the Tenth King – Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj

Article by Rajveer Singh, Head Of Khalsa Diary, funding and conflict none Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj It was a strange day for the followers of Pir Bhikhan Shah, a muslim saint, when all of a sudden he began praying towards the east instead of the west towards mecca. When his followers approached him and … Continue reading The Journey of the Tenth King – Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj