While editing the recent Jap Ji series for AWAT, I got the opportunity to delve into this concept. Everyone knows the value of Jap Ji Sahib. In our tradition, all are encouraged to teach their children this beautiful Bani.
After reading and contemplating the meaning of the hymn a couple of times, it was like, "The egg of my delusion has burst and my mind has been enlightened (SGGS, 1002)."
Since that trip we've done many other things but basically it's a passion for riding and to help humanity as much as we can.
The Sikhs are a community who have long stood for honor and bravery of the very highest order. We are reminded that kindness, courage and compassion have not disappeared from the world yet.
By soft power I mean the capacity to be used in private domains of pleasure, intimacy, relaxation and, thereby, promote bonding and help create a positive idealised Punjabi identity. Let us take male bonding first.