Is religion the path, or just a pointer? Many today feel disconnected from rigid institutions, yet deeply drawn to something beyond.
In this podcast, Satpal Singh explores the real difference between religion and spirituality; one rooted in outer identity, the other in inner experience.
Understand why spirituality is rising, and how ancient wisdom can free you from blind belief and reconnect you with your soul. Live event with Satpal Singh, recorded in Nairobi, Kenya on 10th November 2024.
What does it mean to experience the divine from within?
This week, Simran invites us into a rich conversation with Satpal Singh, founder of the nonprofit Nanak Naam, to explore a spirituality that focuses less on dogma and more on direct experience. Together, they reflect on a radical reimagining of God—not as an external figure, but as an inner current of oneness available to all.
Through stories of spiritual awakening and emotional resilience, they discuss the impact of Western paradigms like capitalism on the soul, the challenges of staying grounded amidst chaos, and the daily discipline of meditation as a path to compassion, justice, and gratitude.
With grounded clarity, Satpal reminds us that true transformation begins within—and that peace, practiced daily, becomes a way of being.
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Wisdom & Practice is produced in partnership with PRX and the Aspen Institute, with support from the John Templeton Foundation.
Music by Raj Kanwal Singh.
This episode was produced by associate producer, Serena Chow, producer, Rithu Jagannath and senior producer, Morgan Flannery. Our project manager is Edwin Ochoa, our show is mixed by Tommy Bazarian and the executive producer of PRX Productions is Jocelyn Gonzales.
Discover 3 profound lessons from Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, the 9th Guru of the Sikhs, whose life embodied courage, sacrifice, and spiritual clarity.
In this podcast, we explore his teachings on fearlessness, true detachment, and unwavering faith in the Divine.
Learn how his wisdom is not just history—it’s a guide for living a life of strength, compassion, and inner freedom today.
Whether Sikh or seeker, these lessons will uplift your soul.
Live event with Satpal Singh, recorded in Nairobi, Kenya on 10th November 2024.
Do you ever wonder if your religion truly makes sense, or if you've just accepted it without questioning?
In this podcast, Satpal Singh explores the difference between conditioned belief and spiritual experience.
Drawing from Guru Nanak's revolutionary insights, you'll learn how to move beyond blind ritual and connect with Truth directly, no matter your background.
This might just shift everything you thought you knew. Live event with Satpal Singh, recorded in Toronto (Brampton), Canada on 29th September 2024.
Does it feel like life’s struggles never truly go away? Just when one problem ends, another one appears. Why does this happen? Is there a deeper meaning behind life’s challenges?
In this podcast, Satpal Singh explores a verse from Bhagat Kabir ji on why suffering exists, how to stop resisting it, and the key to finding peace in the middle of life’s storms.
Live event with Satpal Singh, recorded in Toronto (Branpton), Canada on 29th September 2024.
What is the relationship between suffering, spirituality, mental health and Sikhi?
Satpal Singh emphasizes the difference between religion and spirituality, the importance of acceptance in dealing with grief, and the transformative power of self-awareness and community connection.
Podcast 'Chai with T,' with Satpal Singh and Tarannum Thind.
Guru Nanak’s teachings on feeling stuck and unsure about your purpose in life?
Discover the hidden reasons why your life’s meaning feels unclear and how to break free from confusion.
This video explores the mental and emotional blocks that keep you from finding clarity and offers insights to reconnect with your true path.
Live event with Satpal Singh, recorded in Sydney, Australia on 1st June 2024.
What does spirituality really mean in day-to-day life? Are you feeling stuck on your spiritual journey?
Discover the 3 essential steps to break through your spiritual barriers and unlock deeper clarity, peace, and connection.
These simple yet powerful steps will help you overcome the blocks holding you back and guide you toward true spiritual freedom.
This video explores how to bring spiritual practices into your daily routine and live with deeper awareness and purpose. Discover how spirituality isn’t just about rituals or beliefs, but about how you experience and respond to life in every moment.
Live event with Satpal Singh, recorded in Sydney, Australia on 2nd June 2024.
What is Vaisakhi? Why Celebrate Vaisakhi in today's age? What is the significance of the khalsa today? This podcast looks at how the Khalsa is a tradition that is relevant for all humanity and mankind. Bhai Satpal Singh explores where the Panj Pyare originate from and what lessons we can learn from that. In this podcast Satpal Singh covers: - What should the Khalsa be doing - How does Sikhi help us - Is the Khalsa still relevant - How the Guru can solve our problems
Guru Nanak’s teachings unite us all in difficult times and can heal the world. There is no room for discrimination or segregation - there is only space for love and acceptance. Guru Nanak Dev Ji teaches us that when we truly feel we are a part of the Divine Oneness we cannot help but see everything as a part of us. “The universal essence in you is the same universal essence in me.” When we harness the power of this spiritual wisdom we can transform our life and our world. Let us be kind to ourselves and our loved ones whilst living in such tough times. Let us continue to learn from what we are experiencing, grow from the time we are being given to develop and strengthen our spiritual practise.
In this podcast, Satpal Singh covers: - How does mantra chanting work - How to control the mind for happiness - The bigger picture of spirituality - What is the root of all of our problems
What is the significance of the Ramayan story in our lives today? Is there a deeper meaning to the tales of Lord Rama, Sita, Lakshman, Hanuman and Ravan? It's the story of state of mind where there is no conflict. How do we use this story to get deeper spiritual understanding to the Diwali festival of lights and the Sikh festival of Bandhi Chorr Divas of Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji. Valmiki Ramayana is mentioned in all the Sikh scriptures including Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Dasam Granth of Guru Gobind Singh Ji (Chaubis Avtar) and Bhai Gurdas Vaaran
What really is Diwali and why is it celebrated across the globe? The Ramayana Story tells us about the connection between the festival of lights and Divine light within. As Divali celebrations happen around the world Satpal explores the significance of the relationship between Lord Ram and Seeta and what the Demon Raavan signifies. The true meaning of Diwali helps us to connect and celebrate to the Divine light that is within.
Is keeping long hair essential for meditation or is it an outdated practice?
Relationship advice on how to deal with difficult people and toxic relationships?
Spiritual masters have talked about meditation 24 hours a day. How can we achieve this when our minds are constantly distracted by worldly attachments?
As Maha Shivaratri (Hindu celebration) is celebrated let us understand who are Shiva and Shakti? Guru Nanak tells us that the meaning of Shiv-Shakti (Ardhanareeswara) is a representation of a combination of all things in life, that the Divine is in all, birth and death, yin and yang, creativity and destruction. Lord Shiva the Destroyer (Purusha) and Goddess Shakti (Sati, Adishakti, Prakriti, Prakruti, Parvati) represent the interconnectedness of the world. Shiva is known as the highest yogi, the Adiyogi, he came to earth to teach us this essential and powerful message - before we reach the limit of our life we need to connect to the unlimited life force within us.
The best way to know and experience Krishna is to see Krishna consciousness through a Divine lens. As Krishna's birthday (Janmashtami) is celebrated, Satpal elaborates upon the story within the Bhagavad Gita of Lord Krishna and Prince Arjun. The Guru's teach us how we can change from a dualistic mindset to a mindset that you can see God in all forms alongside worshipping a murti, or specific places. Guru Nanak's story in Mecca is a great example of this. God is shapeless, formless, limitless, God is everywhere.
Explore Kabir's profound teachings on why the mind resists higher wisdom. In this podcast, we delve into the battle between the mind and spiritual truth, revealing the barriers that prevent us from embracing deeper insights.
Learn how to overcome this resistance and align with higher wisdom. Recorded in Melbourne, Australia on 8th June 2024.
Have you lost a loved one? This course video will help you heal from grief. Our new FREE Online Course - Grieving With Wisdom will help you overcome the pain of grief and learn how to deal with loss. Grieving the loss of a loved one can be one of the most stressful things we can go through, we can experience immense sorrow, sadness and suffering. Grief is a personal journey and it’s important to take your time with this process, to not judge yourself along the way or to add any extra pressure onto yourself. Our new Grieving With Wisdom course uses the wisdom of the Guru to help guide you back to a place of peace and love within your heart. Eventually, you will be able to remember your loved one without pain. Within this course you will learn to: - Understand the stages of grief to deal with death - Identify the different emotions you go through - Manage the pain of loss and gain techniques on how to heal from grief - Experience a form of bereavement counselling using spiritual wisdom
