Guru Har Krishan Sahib Ji is the eighth Guru of the Sikhs and they were the youngest Guru out of all the ten Gurus. Guru Har Krishan Sahib Ji was the youngest son of Guru Har Rai Ji, the seventh Sikh Guru, and Mata Krishan Ji. Guru Ji was born on 14th July, 1656 in Kiratpur Sahib. At the age of five, Guru Har Krishan Ji became the youngest Sikh Guru, with the shortest period of Guruship of only 2 years and 5 months. Guru Ji immersed into the Eternal Light before turning eight years of age 6th April 1664 AD at the place which is now Gurdwara Bala Sahib, Delhi.

Samaadhi is a state of complete stability and focus on Vaheguru. After meditation and practice, the mind becomes tranquil with no activity or conversations. In Samaadhi, the mind is entirely absorbed in Vaheguru and can concentrate on Vaheguru for at least 2 to 4 Ghariyaa (One Ghari = 24 minutes).

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Just like if someone suddenly opens a water tank that has been closed for 10 years, initially smelly or dirty water might come out, and some of us might lack the patience to wait, assuming the entire water is tainted. However, those who wait will see that eventually clear water will flow, as that is what the tank is truly full of. Similarly, as thoughts enter our minds during Bhagti, we should remind ourselves - “Nothing is more important than me doing Bhagti right now. These thoughts will dissipate, but I must persevere.”

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The breathing technique for a Sikh is to breathe in the teachings of the Guru and Gurbani, to hold the breath is to apply the teachings that you have absorbed by practicing what the Guru said, such as letting go of lust, doing Seva, and attending Sangat. Breathing out is to release all the negativity such as lust, anger, greed, attachment and ego.

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When embarking on the path of Sikhi anew, Sangat becomes integral for seeking inspiration and guidance. Just as someone aspiring to become a successful business person finds inspiration in the stories of other successful individuals, we can find inspiration in the lives of saints.

The first one is to do Ardaas to Vaheguru to guide us towards a Sangat that inspires Simran, Seva, and connection with Vaheguru. Secondly, besides Ardaas, we should make an effort to seek inspiration through listening to Katha and Keertan on YouTube. Thirdly, we must self-reflect about where our journey stands and how we can progress.