Sakura, Sikhi & Strength
Welcome to Sakura, Sikhi & Strength - a podcast about finding strength in the space between cultures and thriving through life's constant changes. I'm Asees Sethi Anand, your host, and as someone born in Japan, raised in Los Angeles, educated globally and now living in New York City, I understand what it means to navigate life between worlds. This podcast is for anyone building careers, starting families, caring for loved ones, and writing their own definition of success - all while honoring the beautiful complexity of multicultural identity. Whether you're a third-culture kid, second-generation immigrant, or simply someone who feels caught between cultures, this show is your space to feel seen, understood, and empowered. Join me for honest conversations about resilience, growth, and finding your strength in the spaces that make you uniquely you.
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Sakura, Sikhi & Strength
Episode 9 (Part 2): Seeds of Faith - Growing up Sikh and Gurbani Wisdom with Inderpreet Singh
In Part 2 of this enlightening series, technology leader and Sikh scholar Inderpreet Singh shares what Gurbani (Sikh scriptures) actually teaches about building resilience, maintaining optimism, and finding strength through life's inevitable challenges.
This episode explores profound spiritual concepts made accessible for modern life, from the daily practice of Chardi Kala (ascending spirits) to understanding how divine remembrance becomes medicine for contemporary ailments.
Deep Teachings Explored:
- Chardi Kala: The Sikh practice of maintaining optimism regardless of external circumstances
- How consistent spiritual remembrance builds unshakeable resilience
- Why love and oneness (Ik Ong Kar) form the foundation of all Sikh wisdom
- Practical applications of ancient teachings for modern challenges
- The beautiful connection between Sakura (cherry blossoms) and Sikh strength
Memorable Insights: "The sakura represents strength and resilience, constantly coming back regardless of weather and climate - just like Sikhi has survived through much adversity because of deep spiritual roots."
Inderpreet's ability to make complex Gurbani teachings accessible while maintaining their depth offers both Sikh community members and universal audiences practical wisdom for daily life.
This concludes our two-part exploration of multicultural Sikh identity and spiritual resilience. Part 1 covered Inderpreet's global journey and spiritual awakening - essential context for understanding these deeper teachings.
Whether you're seeking spiritual grounding, exploring different faith traditions, or looking for practical wisdom about resilience, this conversation offers timeless insights for modern challenges.
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