Are you a Sikh by birth or rebirth? Whether by circumstance or conversion, ultimately becoming or remaining a part of the Sikh sangat is a decision made by choice. Share what Sikhism means to you. Do you wear a turban at school, work, or play? Your experience may inspire those struggling with Sikh identity and help others understand why wearing a turban is important to Sikhs.
1. Why Did You Choose Sikhism?
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What influenced or inspired you to choose Sikhism? What challenges if any have you faced? How has Sikhism changed your life? Please share your story with the readers of the About.com Sikhism Guide Site. Perhaps your experience can help and inspire another soul seeking the company of like minded spiritual companions and the illumination of Guru Granth Sahib on the path to enlightenment.
2. Why Do You Love Sikhism and Guru?
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Everyone in the world talks about love and relationships. For a Sikh the greatest love is Sikhism, and a personal relationship with Guru. Do you love Sikhism? Are you in love with Guru? Tell us why? What is special about Sikhism and Guru that made you fall in love? Are you committed to Sikhism and loving Guru, or is your relationship just a casual or passing affair? Here are few thought provoking questions. Please share how you'd like to see your future love relationship with Sikhism and Guru develop.
3. Are You a Student and Wear a Turban?
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Are you a student, or graduate, who has worn. or wears, a turban in the classroom? Have other students accepted you? What is the attitude of teachers and faculty? What kind of challenges have you faced? Have you ever been bullied because of wearing your turban or other articles of faith? What kind of advice can you offer other students wearing turbans? Please share your story about wearing a turban to school.
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4. Do You Wear a Turban and Play Sports?
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Do you play sports or have you ever been involved in sporting activities while wearing any style of turban? Are you a Sikh male or female athlete involved in field events, water or winter sports, school sports, track, marathons, martial arts, gatka or other activities etc? Have you ever been asked to remove your turban or other article of faith in order to play your sport? Please share your story with the readers of the About.com Sikhism Guide Site.
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5. Do You Work and Wear a Turban?
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Do you wear a turban when you go to work? Wearing a turban makes you stand out. Have you experienced curiosity, respect or contempt from peers and co-workers? Has wearing a turban caused any difficulty in your professional life? Have you found wearing a turban an asset or hinderance while at work? What kind of work do you do? Please share your story about wearing a turban to work.
