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Our Gurus Referenced Periods & Menstruation

At the Kaur Life Virtual Retreat in early August 2020, we had a panel on Holistic Wellness from…

09/06/2020

Challenging the Gendered Double Standards of Body Hair & Kesh

Becoming worthy of the Guru’s Sovereignty–Dismantling double standards with ਕੇਸ (kesh) & ਰੋਮ (rom – body hair) By…

06/21/2020

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03/09/2020

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Inspired by Mata Khivi and Bhai Lalo, Rakind Kaur

Inspired by Mata Khivi and Bhai Lalo, Rakind Kaur writes about why owning a home that she earned on her own was a life long dream of hers. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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"I have been called a lighthouse several times in my life because I am the kind of person who makes you feel at home. I want the extension of that homeyness to exist in a physical form so those who have no place to go, those who needed refuge, to regroup, or just a helping hand had some place to go. My home was never meant for me. It was just meant to be built by me. If you ever find yourself in need of rest, of shelter, of a safe place, whoever you are, you are welcomed..."⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Rakind Kaur shares with us her story about navigat

Rakind Kaur shares with us her story about navigating sexism, honoring family legacy, and embracing Sikh values.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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"Sikhi teaches us, through philosophy and history, that what is inherited (juddi jaidad) is not physical wealth but spiritual one. And those who inherit this wealth are not determined through bloodline or sex or gender, but anyone who proves themselves worthy."⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Loved interviewing Baljinder Kaur! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Kaur Life Editor-in-Chief, Lakhpreet Kaur interviewed Baljinder about her newly illustrated book, "Fauja Singh Keeps Going". Check it out on our IGTV.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Baljinder Kaur is a professional illustrator and storyteller nestled in the land of Wolves, England. As a second-generation immigrant, she is fascinated by her community and is interested in exploring and celebrating the seemingly ordinary yet hidden narratives of the Sikh and Panjabi diaspora. After graduating in 2014 with a BA in Graphic Design and Illustration, Baljinder is currently studying at Cambridge School of Art for her Masters in Children's Book Illustration.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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In an interview by the @grewaltiwns, illustrator @

In an interview by the @grewaltiwns, illustrator @blahjinder revealed that she loves tea and biscuits! They make her feel good. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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She is also comforted and inspired by witnessing or experiencing "incredible magic or talent. Some form of phenomenal practice or craftsmanship, that seems to come from a place beyond this ‘i'."⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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While reading Valarie Kaur's new book, Raj Kaur wa

While reading Valarie Kaur's new book, Raj Kaur was reminded of several shabads, like the one revealed to Guru Arjan Sahib (Ang 1299):⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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ਨਾ ਕੋ ਬੈਰੀ ਨਹੀ ਬਿਗਾਨਾ ਸਗਲ ਸੰਗਿ ਹਮ ਕਉ ਬਨਿ ਆਈ ॥੧॥⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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What were your thoughts on Valarie's book? Did it help you connect with Sikhi? Comment below! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Earlier today, Kaur Life Editor-in-Chief Lakhpreet

Earlier today, Kaur Life Editor-in-Chief Lakhpreet Kaur interviewed author Simran Singh on his new children’s book, “Fauja Singh Keeps Going”. She asked, “Why is it important for young Kaurs and Singhs to see themselves in books?”⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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“Many of our heroes are presented as not looking like ourselves,” said Simran. “So, our stories are deemed to be foreign, not worthy, or not relatable. I tried to challenge that with this book. Our stories do matter and they deserve to be told.There’s real power in our kids seeing themselves and learning to have pride in their stories, culture, and traditions.”⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Check out our IGTV for our chat with author @sikhp

Check out our IGTV for our chat with author @sikhprof on his new book “Fauja Singh Keeps Going”! Hear about what it takes to get a book published by Penguin, the importance of representation in literature, and how his daughters like the book. So exciting!

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Looking for a new book to read? Raj Kaur recently

Looking for a new book to read? Raj Kaur recently picked up "See No Stranger: A Memoir & Manifesto to Revolutionary Love," by Valarie Kaur. "I found an enriching personal connection with Valarie’s book. As soon as I opened the book, I was captivated," says Raj. "Within each page you’ll read about struggle, trauma both personal and collective, and also strength, inspiration, and perseverance. " ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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“If we celebrate menstruation, if we celebrate t

“If we celebrate menstruation, if we celebrate the birthing process, if we celebrate all of these bodily functions then...we can be in awe of what our [Waheguru created] bodies can do...," Rapinder Kaur, Kaur Life Retreat. @rapinderkaur5 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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“In our very selves, our very bodies are ਕੁਦਰਤਿ (kudharat – nature). It’s amazing….The entire physical process that is happening is so fascinating. It’s so inspiring, you truly live in ਵਿਸਮਾਦੁ (vismad – awe or wonder) when thinking about it. There is no human made creation that can even come close to Waheguru’s creation – it’s truly amazing," Sangeeta Kaur, Kaur Life Retreat. @kaursangeeta ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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