A collection of five Sikh fiction short stories, exhibiting the Sikh ethos and lifestyle of Chardi Kala (ever ascending spirits).

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1. Vivek - Nothing seemed to be working in his life. As things go from bad to worse, he finally learns the reason and which enemy he needs to confront.
2. Darshan - Mandeep has a yearning to see the Divine, but he can't understand why it's not working.
3. Nashukre - Goyal is tired of the years of meditation and austere spiritual practice. He finally gives up to follow a different path.
4. Sabak - Baghel Kaur is ready for the regional Gatka championship games, but she ends up in a different kind of competition.
5. Ardas - Rajinder Kaur is feeling desperation as she searches for a solution to her problems, until she has a conversation with a saint.