Nirvair – A Lesson on Living Without Hate

When you live your life with Oneness, you will experience a deep sense of joy and ease because you recognise that flow of the universe is within you. Situations and Circumstances where you struggle to cope, or feel a general sense of disconnect, frustration and anger usually signify some misalignment within yourself. These could be at home, work, school or any other area of your life that is a source of anxiety. The previous exercise helped you to  take the first step toward connecting to the Oneness from within through some deep breathing. This exercise is going to help you to apply Oneness in your daily life. OBJECTIVES and OUTCOMES Realize that there is One. One universe, One Source, One Light. Adopt Principal of Oneness by first understanding that God is not a separate entity, but rather a light/energy within us and all around us. Apply Oneness to everyday life starting with tiny adjustments within social circles eg, greater acceptance of everyone being equal and also part of the One, hence increasing level of natural compassion and empathy Seek to bring peace into daily life by aligning with the concept of abundance, and blessings to those you interact with. This will help deepen understanding and heal negativity in relationships. Understand Oneness - that you are an important part of overall universe; the world is not unfamiliar; you belong; sense of belonging; you see all as one human race; you are connected at several levels; it allows us to see and feel we are connected to everyone and everything; Inspire others by creating momentum for the people around by living in the spirit of Oneness. EDUCATION STANDARDS - Definitions to know Guru Nanak = The first of 10 of the Sikh Gurus (Founder of Sikhism) Ek = One On = Everything Kar = Creator Ek Onkar = Oneness (One with Everything)

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE OF THIS LESSON  Awareness that there is a deeper reason for human existence Wanting to live a more truthful, abundant life OBJECTIVES & OUTCOMES  Acknowledgement that we all carry the burden of labels Labels are used to judge and create separation between us and the ultimate truth and also between us and others Freeing oneself from labels brings peace and healing within and around us Recognition that the best, most sincere way to connect with the One, is to truthfully connect within ourselves Living life truthfully brings an unprecedented level of ease and contentment EDUCATION STANDARDS Sat = Truth or in Existence Nam = Name Abundant – infinite; vast; bountiful

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE OF THIS LESSON (The Why) You are giving yourself the space for your body and mind to become still and calm You are allowing yourself the space for your thoughts to become clear and focused An opportunity to get your creative juices flowing EDUCATION STANDARDS a. Waheguru – feeling amazed (Wahe); in awe of God – who is the ultimate Guru (Gu- darkness; Ru – light; God enlightens us through word/wisdom) b. Karta Purakh -  Karta – the doer; the creator.  Purakh – God c. Abundant – infinite; vast; bountiful d. Essence – the core; the true nature of something or someone

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE OF THIS LESSON (The Why) You are giving yourself the space for your body and mind to become still and calm You are allowing yourself the space for you to let go of fear An opportunity to experience the “no fear” state by aligning with the Creator Definitions to know: Waheguru – feeling amazed (Wahe); in awe of God – who is the ultimate Guru (Gu- darkness; Ru – light; God enlightens us through word/wisdom) Nirbho – Fearless – in reference to God (Waheguru) who is without fear Shabad – hymn/mantra taken from Sikh Scriptures Consciousness - awareness by the mind of itself and the world. God Consciousness - awareness and alignment with the thought process that everything is God and the interconnectedness of the One. Ego Consciousness -false self or current state of consciousness of humanity that doesn't let the presence (universal intelligence) shine through. Its a screen made of mental conditioning (thoughts and emotions) through which we see and act on the world. (Eckhart Tolle)

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE OF THIS LESSON You are giving yourself the space for your body and mind to become still and calm An opportunity to cultivate a sense of connection with fellow human beings and to see all as equals You are allowing yourself to vibrate at a higher frequency by rising above the hatred within yourself and around you Definitions to know Waheguru – feeling amazed (Wahe); in awe of God – who is the ultimate Guru (Gu- darkness; Ru – light; God enlightens us through word/wisdom) Nirvair – without enemies; God has no enemies Sarbat dha bhalla – a core concept in Sikhism where we wish well and empowerment for all of humanity Guru Nanak - the first of the 10 Sikh Gurus

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE OF THIS LESSON You are giving yourself the space for your body and mind to become still and calm You are allowing yourself the space for you to experience what it means to be in the present (to let go for a moment the “past” and “future” An opportunity to experience or have a sense of “timelessness” EDUCATION STANDARDS  Waheguru – feeling amazed (Wahe); in awe of God – who is the ultimate Guru (Gu- darkness; Ru – light; God enlightens us through word/wisdom) Akaal– beyond death and time (in reference to God) Moorat – shape; form; image

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE OF THIS LESSON (The Why) You are giving yourself the space for your body and mind to become still and calm An opportunity to understand and reflect on what really matters in one’s life Definitions to know Waheguru – feeling amazed (Wahe); in awe of God – who is the ultimate Guru (Gu- darkness; Ru – light; God enlightens us through word/wisdom) Jooni/Joon– taking birth Ajooni – beyond birth; never born; free of birth cycle

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE OF THIS LESSON (The Why) You are giving yourself the space for your body and mind to become still and calm  An opportunity to understand and reflect on what it means to be “enlightened” To use this lesson to remind and work on creating opportunities for self-awareness and enlightenment Definitions to know: Waheguru – feeling amazed (Wahe); in awe of God – who is the ultimate Guru (Gu- darkness; Ru – light; God enlightens us through word/wisdom) Saibhang – referring to God being Self-illuminated; God is awareness; the source of light or wisdom

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE OF THIS LESSON You are giving yourself the space for your body and mind to become still and calm An opportunity to understand and reflect on the importance of having a Guru To use this lesson to remind yourself the importance of having a Guru as your spiritual teacher To have an opportunity to reflect on what it means to receive blessings and the Guru’s grace Definitions to know: Waheguru – feeling amazed (Wahe); in awe of God – who is the ultimat Guru (Gu- darkness; Ru – light; God enlightens us through word/wisdom) Gurpasad– “Gur” (Guru – defined above); “Prasad” – blessing; Grace Gurprasad – God is realized/met through the Grace/Blessings of the Guru Shabad – authentic hymn found in Guru Granth Sahib (Holy Scripture of the Sikhs); Shabad – can be translated as the “mantra”, the word, the hymn that aids in eradicating one’s ego; it is the word/wisdom written by Sikh Guru’s and Saint’s from other faiths Ek Onkar – refer to lesson #1 – Ek – one;  Onkar – God