Healthy lifestyle
Healthy lifestyle in Sikhi encompasses physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, rooted in discipline and alignment with the teachings of the Gurus. Sikhi emphasizes maintaining a balanced life through physical activity, meditation (Naam Japna), selfless service (Seva), ethical conduct, and mindful eating.
Bibek is a principle in Sikhi emphasizing mindful living, especially in the context of eating habits and lifestyle choices. It involves making conscious decisions to live in accordance with Sikh values, often including preparing and consuming food that is clean, simple, and free from external influences like ego or impurity. For some, it means eating only food prepared by practicing Sikhs, promoting spiritual purity and discipline.
Satvik food refers to a diet that is simple, pure, and nourishing, free from excessive spices, stimulants, and non-vegetarian items. It fosters clarity, calmness, and vitality, aligning with a disciplined spiritual life. While the term originates in Indian philosophy, its essence is reflected in the Sikh preference for wholesome, natural foods.
A Bibek-oriented and healthy lifestyle allows Sikhs to honor the body as a sacred vessel gifted by Waheguru. Eating simple, spiritually conscious food nurtures the body and mind, promoting physical health and mental clarity essential for Simran and Seva. Living Bibek instills discipline, mindfulness, and self-control, fostering a deeper connection to Sikh principles and spiritual growth.
