How can we feel comfortable about wearing turbans in public and on the job?
Just do it! In the words of Siri Singh Sahib Yogi Bhajan, “It’s not the life you lead, it’s the courage you bring to it.” Being a Sikh means having a distinct identity, and maintaining that identity takes courage. If you are a fully committed Sikh, then you already have everything it takes to boldly wear a turban with a projection of confidence and contentment. Remind yourself that the turban is a spiritual crown that says you cannot be bought or corrupted at any price. Remind yourself that the crown represents royalty, and walk with the knowledge that you are a Lion or Princess of the Guru. The statement we make when we walk into a room full of non-Sikhs wearing full bana awes many people. People will respect you so long as you respect yourself and your faith and the commitment it represents. Many non-Sikh employers hire members of our community because they are Sikhs, because of all that we represent. Employers trust, or are fascinated by, our identity and our projection, rather than
