Sikhism Today - Talking to Gurutej Singh Khalsa

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Gurutej S. Khalsa is a published author with articles on Sikhism, a book of poetry (Children of the Cusp) and a soon to be published novel called Rajini. He is also the founder of Akal Security, Inc., one of the three largest American-owned security service companies in the U.S. He has taught self defense and survival techniques to thousands of security and police officers, using the Akal Warrior training method which combines the technology of Kundalini Yoga with self defensive practices for those who seek higher dimensions of vitality and performance. Along with Kundalini Yoga, Gurutej S. Khalsa has taught at various International Sikh Youth Camps as well as the Sikhnet sponsered Jaap Sahib Courses.

Sikh Youth Calgary will have the great pleasure in hosting this special guest at the upcoming Sikh Youth Session, which will take place on Saturday, September 13th at the Stanley Park from 1:30 - 5pm.

This Q&A session is specifically for the Youth - so be sure to come with plenty of questions and don't miss out on what will undoubtedly be an uplifting and enlightening experience. See you all there!
Who: Gurutej Singh Khalsa
What: Sikhism Q&A Session and discussion with the Youth
When: Saturday, September 13th from 1:30 - 5pm
Where: Stanley Park
- Take Macleod Trail SE
- Turn West on 42 Avenue
- Follow road until you see Stanley Park parking lot on right hand side

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Questions/comments submitted by other visitors:

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When did you decide to become a Sikh? and Why?

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Can one be spiritually Sikh without being religious?

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Who is Bhai Gurdaas Ji and what are the his Vaaran about?

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What are the Rehat Namas and who wrote them?

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What is Sikhi's view on astrology and numerology?

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Is it okay to date?

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What struggles have you encountered to maintain your identity especially in you career.

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In your opinion, where do you think you should draw the line between respect for your parents and listening to what they want for you and what you know is right for yourself? How do you balance the two factors without disrespecting or hurting your parents beliefs if there is a culture clash and difference in understanding involved?

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Can you simplify how much control one has and how much is pre-ordained. Where does one draw the line?

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Can you comment on the significance of choosing a career while wanting to live as a sikh? It seems as though we go through school to simply pass the time, without really realizing that one day we will be working in our area of study. When that does happen, your work comprises a huge amount of time in your life, especially here in North America. So how does one know what is the right career path for them? How would you suggest maintaining your spirituality when a large portion of your day is

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Does everybody have a spiritual teacher in their life? (Spiritual teacher meaning a physical person that helps you to understand your true identity; such as Yogi Bhajan to many Westerners).

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Is it okay to do make up if you are wearing keski?

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What is the mind? What is the soul?

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What inspired you to become a Sikh? How has your life changed since you've became a Sikh?

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Do you have a role model? Who is it and why.

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If you were Jathedar for one day, what would you do?

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Did you find it difficult after 9/11. What is the worst experience you've had of racism

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stubborness (manhat) vs. love(pyaar)

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What Advice would you give to people who have taken amrit but have now fallen off track

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does Amrit ever really break?

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