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Ek Ong Kaar is a writer, a minister of Sikh Dharma and a teacher of Kundalini Yoga, living in New Mexico, USA. She is a business and communications consultant for business owners, groups and individuals.

Beyond Race:
Letters From Espanola EK ONG KAAR KAUR

When we talk about race, I consider it code for genetic territorial memory. Who do we join forces with and who do we betray ...?

A Mother & Her Prayer:
Letters From Espanola EK ONG KAAR KAUR

A powerful reminder that the words and thoughts of the mother help shape the world.

Healing Happens:
Letters From Espanola EK ONG KAAR KAUR

Slowly. Bit by bit. Over time. And like any natural process, it has its own unfolding.

Completing The Story:
Letters From Espanola EK ONG KAAR KAUR

You have to become the living story of the change you want to see in the world.

Famiglia:
Letters From Espanola EK ONG KAAR KAUR

Ultimately, that is what matters in life. Just to appreciate. Just to enjoy.

The Gift:
Letters From Espanola EK ONG KAAR KAUR

My body, as it gives its little reminders, is helping my mind mature to a new place.

By Divine Favor ... EK ONG KAAR KAUR

"By divine favor, / You live peacefully on the earth, / And you laugh in the company / Of your children, siblings, friends and spouse ..."

Looking At Ourselves In The Mirror:
U.S. Torture Report -
Letters From Espanola EK ONG KAAR KAUR

Democracy creates a power structure which only works when the people in power protect democratic values first.

How We See:
A Tale Of Conflicting Visions In Ferguson, Missouri
- Letters From Espanola EK ONG KAAR KAUR

Many people have asked: why the protests? Why the violence?

In The Hut:
Letters From Espanola EK ONG KAAR KAUR

Could they conquer pain? Rise above it? Be true to their dharam and to the Will of the Divine inspite of the pain?