Western Dating and Sikh Ethos, Do They Really Mix?

The question of whether Western dating and Sikh ethos can mix is a complex one that requires a nuanced answer. At the heart of it lies the interplay between cultural, religious, and individual values. Here are some aspects to consider: While there are distinct differences between Western dating and traditional Sikh values, it is possible …

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How #MeToo has RUINED dating: Expert who runs £4,500 bootcamps for men claims they’ve become ‘dull nice guys’ who REPEL women because they’re too scared of looking ‘creepy’

A dating expert has claimed the #MeToo movement has made men across the world scared to approach women on the street for fear they’ll come across as ‘creepy’ or be accused of harassment. Kezia Noble, 38, from Chelsea, south west London, an author who appeared as a coach on Celebs Go Dating in 2018, said many …

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Negotiating for Love: Lessons from an Arranged Marriage

Sukhsimranjit Singh is an expert negotiator, peacemaker and a law professor at Willamette University, where he serves as associate director of the Center for Dispute Resolution at the law school and is a Contributing Associate Professor at the Atkinson Graduate School of Management. He specializes in mediation, negotiation and cross-cultural dispute resolution. Born and raised …

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4 Questions to Ask Before You Say “I Do”

“How do you know when you’ve met the right one?” Almost everyone asks this question at some point in their lives; unfortunately, there are not too many who get a concrete answer. But if you’re reading this article, then you’re one of the lucky few. Interestingly, the criteria for choosing a spouse can be reduced …

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Why must he be clean shaven?

A lot of people are talking about this topic of Sikh girls not wanting keshdhari Sikh men (Turban/beards) as potential life partners to the extent where their matrimonial profiles clearly state this – must be clean shaven. Is this an increasing trend of current times? Are sardar ji’s so bad that sikh women prefer not …

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The massive time gap?

Surely if you connect with someone via text or phone  it only takes a minute to reply? So why then are so many people experiencing this strange time delay? Your mum/relative gets you a number of a potential partner. They have spoken to the parents and the conversation is that the son/daughter will contact your son/daughter. …

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We just didn’t click???

Click??  What’s this nonsense all about? I mean what button do we have to click?? How many times have you heard the dreaded line “oh we just didn’t click?”… what does that mean exactly and how would you explain it to your parents lol? In the business world if one was to secure a big deal, you would …

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Dating As A Sikh In The 21st Century

By Juggy Sohal As a young Sikh, dating in the modern age can be tricky when you come from a family of traditional values. How do you uphold your cultural beliefs and try to date at the same time? I am a 24-year-old Indian lad who was born into a Sikh household. Now, I admit I …

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All my friends are getting married…

A common saying from many singles is: “All my friends are getting married or in relationships” thus many Sikhs allow their social circle and family life to become a unnecessary pressure in their search for their ideal partner.  It can become difficult finding your perfect soul mate and having to rely on the tradition of Sikh match making – “arranged …

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