In this inspiring talk by Bibi Gurprit Kaur and Bhai Palvinder Singh, discover the transformative power of sangat. Guru Ji emphasises the importance of surrounding ourselves with such uplifting companions to help us grow spiritually, navigate life's challenges, and reach higher spiritual states in the journey of our soul. Through real-life examples, this talk explores how lives have been profoundly impacted by the company of saints and provides practical insights on how to find and cultivate better sangat for yourself. We also get to hear some inspiring sakhis (true stories) about Gursikhs that should inspire us to make some positive changes in our life. Check out the other two talks from this camp too: Sanctuary of Gurbani - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMQrqSvo5yo Neuroscience of Seva - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_q4MpLCSZxY Videos to watch/websites mentioned in the talk: Bhai Vir Singh - Importance of Sangat https://youtu.be/HwkyuT8_CuA What do I lose from not going to sangat? https://youtu.be/WXHkQRbVo3I How to find like-minded sangat https://youtu.be/Y-vpYzfOfQQ gurmatveechar.com vidhia.com Topics: 00:00:00 - Coming up 00:01:31 - Introduction 00:01:54 - Does does simran do? 00:05:15 - What does seva do? 00:05:56 - What does sangat do? 00:06:37 - Why sangat? 00:07:05 - Personal experience of sangat 00:09:29 - The effect of sangat (your company) 00:10:14 - 4 Types of sangat 00:12:58 - What is naam? 00:14:49 - What is haumai? 00:17:16 - Personal story of having amrit and getting married 00:22:32 - What do you do in satsangat? 00:23:25 - Make a promise to memorise this shabad! 00:25:01 - Finding even one person as good sangat 00:25:60 - When finding out about Gurprit Kaur's cancer diagnosis 00:28:49 - Sadh sangat 00:29:34 - When you meet a sadhu 00:31:20 - Sakhi of Bhai Vir Singh 00:35:19 - How do you swim across this worldly ocean? 00:36:08 - Some famous saints 00:37:20 - What do I get going into sadh sangat? - Bhai Gurdas Ji Vaar Hari Chand and Tara Rani 00:40:16 - What are the fruits of doing sadh sangat? 00:42:50 - How do you meet a saint? 00:44:21 - What is bad sangat and why to avoid it 00:45:37 - Sakhi of Baba Harnam Singh Rampur Khera Wale - Effect of TV 00:49:03 - Sakhi of meeting Bhai Harbhajan Singh Ji Sagoo Ji 00:51:25 - How do you know you're around a saint? 00:51:59 - Contemplation on sangat 00:53:36 - Things to be mindful of 00:55:58 - Alone vs sangat 00:57:50 - Seek help from sangat 01:00:07 - Book to read - 7 Aukhia Raata - Bhai Vir Singh 01:02:49 - Elevate your social circles 01:04:29 - Recommendations for books to read #Spirituality #Sangat #Sikhi

Sign up for Dec 2024 Camp Now: bit.ly/bbuk-2024 Dr Alamjeet Kaur very openly shares her life experiences of how she felt unworthy and unable to do seva and went through a transformation which led her to deliver this powerful talk you are watching. Having completed her PhD in neuroscience, in this video we learn from not only Sikh history and Gurbani but also from neuroscience how through seva and simran, we can change our lives for the better. Topics: 00:00 - Coming up 01:31 - Introduction 03:35 - Seva is special 04:24 - What is Seva? 07:20 - Different types of seva 08:40 - Seva of presence 09:37 - Seva of sharing and helping others have a healthy lifestyle 11:42 - Talents and skills 14:05 - Seva can save your life 14:57 - What does it mean to serve? 16:35 - Living a life of seva - Bhai Nand Lal Ji 22:18 - Where does the ability to serve come from? 24:04 - What's standing between you and seva? 27:50 - Neuroscience - What causes a mental block? 31:55 - Why is it so hard to change? 33:22 - What are we made of? 36:17 - How do we transform? 38:34 - Brain scans- effect of mindful meditation on the brain 41:35 - Living consciously & Chardi-kala mindset 43:48 - Practising gratitude 47:25 - Serving through sharing and the benefits of sharing 52:49 - Reflection #Neuroscience #Spirituality #Meditation

What does it mean to be in the sanctuary of the Guru? Bhai Baljit Singh with great passion and brilliant humour shares how we can humbly fall into the sanctuary of Gurbani and how the One is always waiting for us. This is an absolutely amazing talk - please check it out. APPLY NOW for Basics & Beyond Camp UK 2024 - https://forms.monday.com/forms/823c721b965f9c171615600c9d82d002?r=use1 Topics: 00:00 - Coming up 00:59 - Introduction 01:46 - Definition of Sanctuary 03:15 - When Guru Gobind Singh Ji gave the Gurgaddi to Guru Granth Sahib Ji 09:01 - What does it mean to be close to Vaheguru? 13:27 - If you want to chat with Guru Ji! 15:16 - Sakhi of Sant Hardev Ji Lulo Vale 18:55 - Quality of quantity - don't read Gurbani - use Gurbani 21:29 - Dealing with having lustful eyes 24:00 - How to turn up to the Guru 29:46 - Falling into Your sanctuary 33:46 - Getting trapped by Nindia (slander) 35:45 - Falling (physically) - the power of ddandot 38:47 - Don't do anything empty 41:25 - God is NOW! 45:56 - Always forgiving 51:34 - Vaheguru is always there 54:10 - Follow in the footsteps of the saints #Spirituality #Sanctuary #MentalHealth

In this very important discussion, Bhai Harman Singh delves into the importance of the Sikh Anand Karaj in light of many Sikh destination weddings being done despite the Akal Takht's ban on destination weddings. The Anand Karaj is more than just a ceremony—it's a sacred union that requires Satkaar (respect) and Maryada (etiquette) within the Guru's house, the Gurdwara. Explore how modern trends are straying from core Sikh values and why preserving the sanctity of the Anand Karaj is crucial for maintaining the spiritual essence of marriage in Sikhi. Topics: 00:00 - Coming up 02:09 - What's been happening in Surrey BC 03:17 - Anand Karaj re-arranged from winery to a Gurdwara 05:15 - Example of King of England 05:52 - Example of Sant Attar Singh Ji showing respect to Guru Granth Sahib Ji 07:58 - How the Sikh Gurus showed their royalty 08:36 - The Guru Khalsa Panth 09:19 - What is a Gurdwara? Why is it seen as beadbi (sacrilege) to a destination wedding? 11:23 - What the Sikh wedding actually is - Laavan & Shabad of Guru Nanak Dev Ji explained 22:18 - Current 'Sikh' wedding customs in Punjab 23:48 - Current western customs for 'Sikh' weddings 25:06 - What's the difference between the Anand Karaj and a custom? 28:04 - What virtues do you want to bring into your Anand Karaj? 29:30 - The Guru Khalsa Panth's importance in the Guru's house 32:49 - What virtues do you want to bring into your Anand Karaj? cont. 33:42 - It's not the location that's the problem 35:00 - Ettiquettes in wordly courts 37:30 - Upholding the sacred traditions of the Guru like we encourage native Americans to 39:16 - Q: Why are you boxing Guru Granth Sahib Ji into a room? 40:50 - Ask these questions in the planning phase of your Anand Karaj 42:14 - Tips to take the best out of your Anand Karaj 44:17 - Going to the Guru for blessings 47:18 - Other conversations that need to be had #SikhWedding #DestinationWedding #Wedding

In this video, Bibi Gurprit Kaur Ji explores the different types of sangat: Sangat, Sat Sangat, Sadh Sangat, and Ku Sangat. Find out how the company we keep shapes our spiritual journey, uplifting us or holding us back.

For the first time in generations, Sikhs have the opportunity to take a breath without facing persecution or displacement. With only 175 years since the end of Maharaja Ranjit Singh's Raj—a mere blink in historical terms—we stand at a crucial juncture. In this powerful talk, Bhai Harman Singh outlines six pivotal systems-building pipelines that will propel the Sikh Panth forward. Learn how we can channel our resources and energy to fulfil Guru Gobind Singh Ji's vision for the Khalsa and make a lasting, positive impact on the world. This is a call to action for every Sikh to contribute to our collective progress and spiritual mission. Learn more: https://anandpur.institute/ Topics: 00:00:00 - Coming up 00:02:24 - Visiting The Wallace Collection - Maharaja Ranjit Singh's Exhibition 00:06:56 - How much has the world changed since Guru Nanak Dev Ji? 00:13:24 - Your mind goes where your attachments are 00:15:27 - Sakhi of Baba Tegha Singh 00:23:30 - How do you build the next era of the panth? 00:27:03 - Sikh Raj is inevitable 00:30:05 - What's your impact on the world? 00:32:28 - If you had a billion dollars what would you do for the panth? 00:34:23 - Who do we owe the Sikh raj to? - Rani Sada Kaur 00:37:24 - Current Issues 00:40:59 - Example of Alexander the Great 00:42:03 - Sakhi of Jagiasu and Raja Janak Ji 00:45:56 - Individual Contributions 00:46:29 - 6 Pipelines the Panth needs to focus on today 00:48:29 - 6 Pipelines - Non-Profits 00:50:44 - State of the panth exercise 00:52:04 - 6 Pipelines - Parchar 00:53:09 - 6 Pipelines - Business 00:53:31 - 6 Pipelines - Maya Funding 00:54:12 - Cut out - awaiting HS response 00:55:58 - 6 Pipelines - Security 00:56:34 - Sakhi of Bhai Rama Singh travelling to Australia 00:57:39 - Sakhi of Sikh in Vancouver Island who made blueprints for Sikh city 00:59:07 - 6 Pipelines - Politics 01:00:49 - How can you help? 01:02:40 - Anandpur Institute 01:07:56 - Closing #Khalsa #Sikh #Leadership

Who am I? Understanding the balance of Rajo, Tamo, and Sato within ourselves shapes our true nature. It’s time to reflect—our food choices, our influences, and the places we go all shape our true nature. Let’s categorize ourselves thoughtfully and grow into the best version of who we are meant to be.

This video continues to share the sakhis of Guru Arjan Dev Ji and Their Sikhs

Absolutely must watch video. Bhai Amandeep Singh in a relatable and absorbable way breaks down how you can’t solve a problem from the same state of consciousness that created it. From recent personal experiences with his wife going through treatment for cancer, using Gurbani (Guru's teachings) and Itihaas (Sikh history), we learn that good and bad times will come, just like we put on and take off clothes. We can overcome and see all experiences as an opportunity to grow, if we only but make that choice to. What are you choosing? Watch more of Bhai Amandeep Singh https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5UNLfJ1TsJmlLcrhZ4ZPot-pjo4a727-&si=WPb1Y9UXl4JM_W0B EPIC! The Story of Bhai Bachittar Singh & Bhai Uday Singh https://youtu.be/ut-sNqI2j0M Topics: 00:00 - Coming up 01:17 - Introduction 02:57 - Story of meeting a boy who came into Sikhi through his adversity 07:14 - Dukh (suffering) and Sukh (Peace) 09:27 - Having darshan of Guru Nanak Dev Ji Maharaj - everything is within reach 11:19 - You can't solve a problem from the same state of consiciousness that created it 12:19 - Cancer survivor is grateful 13:38 - Story of king 22:28 - Personal experience of wife's cancer journey 27:17 - The Guru is compassionate - Opportunity to grow 31:08 - Move or you will die 31:54 - Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji 40:55 - The Guru wishes well for everyone, how can anything be bad then? 43:58 - Story of divorced old lady 46:22 - Personal example - opportunity to practise compassion 50:25 - Sakhi of Duni Chand and Baba Bachitar Singh #Mindset #MentalHealth #Spirituality

In celebration of Bhai Jagraj Singh Ji's life, we are grateful to release a new unseen talk that was delivered in in BC, Canada in Summer 2016 on Leadership. This is an amazing talk, showing Bhai Jagraj Singh's excellent analysis and vision for the panth, looking back at our rich history, to looking at how we can solve our problems together today. Bhai Jagraj Singh talks about the difference between management and leadership, how we should select our leadership and how we should work together. May you, your friends and family enjoy this video and may it be a catalyst to becoming the change you wish to see in the panth! Videos and topics mentioned in the video: "Gur Meri Puja" - Sikhs do worship Guru @ Gravesend Gurdwara https://youtu.be/my6bGXaX4Jg Another talk on leadership https://youtu.be/WT2WoZ3wVK8 Topics: 00:00 - Coming up 02:27 - Manglacharan 03:52 - Introduction 04:18 - Have we had leaders? - The Sikh Gurus 06:19 - Qualities of the Gurus 08:15 - In the Gurus times vs now - who to turn to? 09:15 - What's the difference between leadership and management? 15:16 - Does it help to have someone in charge? 15:59 - Leaders according to Gurbani 18:10 - The stigma of leadership 19:43 - Do we just need Guru Granth Sahib Ji? 21:40 - Alexander the Great 22:31 - Circumstances create leaders - Nawab Kapoor Singh 26:39 - Handing over leadership - Jassa Singh Ahluwalia 30:02 - How do we get leaders? 31:34 - Meeting Sant Hardev Singh Lulo Vale 32:41 - Sant Jarnail Singh Ji chosen for leadership 33:30 - Action orientated leadership - Bhagat Puran Singh 35:17 - What do we need today? 41:45 - Sarbat Khalsa 42:40 - How to choose your leadership 43:20 - Problems in Punjab, BC and the Panth 45:08 - Focused leadership 47:40 - Example - Daughter in law taking responsibility for the house 51:12 - Fix your own problems 51:53 - Am I good enough? 54:54 - Closing thoughts #Leadership #Sikhi #BhaiJagrajSingh

In this video, Bibi Gurprit Kaur takes reference from Vaaran Bhai Gurdas Ji which explains how all four alphabets of the Vaheguru Mantar, which is Vavva, Hahaa, Gagaa and Raraa came about. Mantars from all four ages which have been meditated on by the Incarnations of God has been combined and the Vaheguru Mantar was revealed to us by Guru Nanak Dev Ji.

This video continues to share on the profound teachings of Guru Arjan Dev Ji with Their Sikhs.

What is Kirtam Naam (Action Names) of God and what is Mantar give by Guru? Watch this video as Bibi Gurprit Kaur dives deeper explaining these topics.

This video compiles all the stories of those Gursikhs that had the Blessed Vision of Guru Arjan Dev Ji. Be sure to watch all 9 stories for some amazing teachings by Guru Sahib.

Bhai Amandeep Singh shares many sakhia (true stories) about the power of meditation (Vaheguru Simran) and how our whole life can become sweet when we commit ourselves to spiritually focused path. 00:00 - Coming up 01:05 - Introduction 03:38 - What is the Guru's Mantra? 05:28 - Bhai Gurdas Ji on Vaheguru Mantra 07:52 - Western medicine is slowly catching up - it starts in the mind 08:33 - The three types of suffering 11:44 - I asked what shabad I should recite to Sant Hari Singh Randhawe Wale 13:26 - Have you moved passed the Gurmantar & Mool Mantar? 16:28 - I don't have time to meditate! - Zen proverb 18:32 - How to benefit your family through meditation 22:08 - Simran can save you even when you are cast out elsewhere 25:12 - A mistake is just a mistake - it's not a death sentence 27:42 - Story of Vasishtha and Vishamitra 34:23 - Kindness can change someone's world 35:34 - True sakhi of Bhagat Dhru Ji 45:22 - True story of a Gurmukh who realises the sweetness of Naam 48:10 - Sakhi of Bhai Gopala Ji 51:04 - How far are you away from Vaheguru? 54:36 - Promise of doing 11 minutes of Simran every day 55:45 - Closing #Meditation #Spirituality #Sikh