The Sadhguru Podcast - Of Mystics and Mistakes
Episodes
Sadhguru At JNU - Youth And Truth [Full Talk]
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On Sep 25, Sadhguru was at JNU, New Delhi, as part of the Youth and Truth movement. Watch the vibrant QnA session that followed as Sadhguru answered s...
Can Eating Be A Spiritual Process?
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru explains how everything we do can be a spiritual process. Even eating food is a tremendous possibility to experience union. Conscious Planet:...
Acting to Awakening
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, actor Anupam Kher probes Sadhguru on various life-relevant topics such as bringing a sense of wonder, dealing with anger, overco...
Earthy Sense: A Guide to Health & Wellbeing - Sadhguru [Earth Day Tips]
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On Earth Day, April 22, Sadhguru draws on the wisdom of the yogic sciences to give us powerful techniques to connect to the Earth, which can lead to g...
Business of Business
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru answers questions posed by K. V. Kamath, Chairman of Infosys and Non-Executive Chairman of ICICI Bank. The internationally recognized expert ...
Does Astrology Work?
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Can you really predict your future using astrology? Sadhguru explains the mechanics behind Indian astrology and the pitfalls of trying to find out wha...
Sadhguru's 10 Tips To Sleep Well & Wake Up Well
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Having trouble sleeping well? Or do you wake up grumpy? Sadhguru gives us a few tips on how to sleep well and wake up well. Editor's Note: Connect wi...
How to Dissolve the Drama of Life?
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If your life has become a bad drama, says Sadhguru, it just means you’re a lousy director. The problems of individual nature, he explains, come from...
How to Find the Rhythm of Life | Sadhguru in Manasarovar
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The tune, or raga, of life is already set by existence, says Sadhguru. The only thing you have to do is find the tala, or rhythm. He explains that Shi...
KL Rahul In Conversation With Sadhguru | Cauvery Calling
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Cricketer KL Rahul was in conversation with Sadhguru on 21 July in Bengaluru, where they spoke about river revitalization, the Cauvery, cricket and lo...
Guru - The Inner Awakening - Sadhguru
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In a series of intriguing discourses and answers to a variety of life-relevant questions, In the Presence of the Master offers glimpses of Sadhguru's ...
Are Thoughts and Emotions Physical? | Sadhguru
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru points out the connection between thought and emotion, which he describes as the juicier part of thought, and he explains how thought is both...
How do I Address the Large Issues in my Life?
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A seeker asks Sadhguru how to address the large issues in his life. Sadhguru explains that there are no large issues, you either make misery out of yo...
Sadhguru: The Key to Success Pay Attention!
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru elaborates on the power of attention, and how being attentive can be the key to unlocking success. Through examples from his own life, he loo...
How to Control Anger - Sadhguru
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Answering a question on how to control anger, Sadhguru clarifies that anger is not an entity somewhere that we have to control or avoid. The fundament...
Do This to Take Charge of Your Mind and Emotions - Sadhguru
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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How do I Become Enlightened?
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A seeker asks Sadhguru what they should do to become enlightened. Sadhguru explains that enlightenment is not an achievement, it's a homecoming. [divi...
How do I control excitement? Sadhguru
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A seeker asks Sadhguru how to control excitement. Sadhguru replies I want you to be in a state of excitement all the time. [divider] Editor's Note:...
How Do I Know if I am Enlightened?
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru answers a confused seeker's question on how one can recognize whether one is enlightened or not. Sadhguru explains that enlightenment is not ...
How to Learn More about the Human System?
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
To learn about the body, Sadhguru says, one can consult “Gray’s Anatomy”, but through the process of kriya, one can understand the human system ...
Dying with a Smile
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is it possible to smile even in the face of death? Can a person remain joyous and balanced even at the final moment? Find out what Sadhguru has to say...
Should People on the Spiritual Path Enter Politics?
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to running for office, do spirituality and politics mix? Find out what Sadhguru has to say about it in this audio. Editor's Note: Conne...
Am I Becoming a Fool, Sadhguru?
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A seeker wonders, when the mind seems to become empty, does that mean I am becoming a fool? If somebody else calls you a fool, Sadhguru answers, then ...
In Conversation with the Mystic - Jonathan Coslet with Sadhguru | Capitalism and Spirituality
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Can a capitalist and a yogi find common ground? Sadhguru and Jonathan Coslet, CIO of TPG Holdings, discuss intelligence, the future of the market econ...
Tomorrow’s Most Important Technology
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru shares his perspective on how future technologies will reshape our lives. Are we doomed? Or are we headed toward a bright future? Sadhguru ex...
Ayodhya Dispute: Comparing the Legacy of Ram & Babur
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru compares the legacy of Rama and Babur, and explains what India needs to do to move beyond the conflict generated by the Ram Mandir & Babri Ma...
How to Live Happily? - Sadhguru Answers
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Addressing a group of students and faculty at the IIT campus in Chennai, India, Sadhguru answers a question on how to maintain joy and happiness regar...
Creating A Distance From Body and Mind
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru explains that all activity right now comes from either the body or mind. If we can distance ourselves from these two things, realization is n...
How Do You Stop the Mind's Chatter?
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru answers a question on why the mind seems to have a mind of its own! He looks at how terms such as "no-mind" and "stop the mind" have been use...
Sadhguru on How To Never Get Angry or Bothered By People
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
During a conversation with Angella Nazarian on what it means to be a visionary and a volunteer, Sadhguru looks at how the key to taking charge of your...
How to Reduce Sleep Quota and Increase Sleep Quality?
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru explains that what the body needs is rest, and not necessarily sleep. If the body is at ease while you are awake, the sleep quota will go dow...
Why Do People Get Thyroid Problems? - Sadhguru
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru looks at the reason behind the widespread manifestation of thyroid imbalance in the world today. [divider] Editor's Note: Connect with Sadhg...
Insight Into Depression - Sadhguru
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this discourse "Insight Into Depression", Sadhguru explains that in most cases of depression a person is simply generating intense thoughts and emo...
Does God Exist? - Sadhguru
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Two men each stand in a dark corner and ask Gautama the Buddha the inevitable question, "Does God exist?" One a devout believer, the other an out-and-...
Why Am I Stressed? - Sadhguru on Stress
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru looks at why people are going through so much stress in today's world. If you ask people why they are stressed, many will say it is because o...
Overcome The Fear of Being Judged – Sadhguru
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is it okay to live in fear of being judged by people around us? Should the opinions of others influence us? Watch Sadhguru’s answer to a group of yo...
How to Deal with Relationships? | Sadhguru
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru looks at how human relationships are not absolute, and are always variable, and need a lot of attention. He explains that the need for a rela...
What is God? - Sadhguru
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru speaks of the creator and creation and how people tend to divide between the two by thinking that the creator is great, but the creation is f...
What should a 20-year-old do in life? - Sadhguru Answers a Student
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru answers a question from a college student about what he should do to live a life of truth, involvement and fulfillment. [divider] Editor's No...
What is the Purpose of Life? - Sadhguru
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru answers a question about the purpose of life and explains why having a "god-given" purpose will only restrict life. [divider] Editor's Note:...
Were We Really Created by God? - Sadhguru
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
“Were we really created by God?” a seeker asks Sadhguru. Our ideas of God sprung from a need to explain the creation, and vary from culture to cul...
Arnab Goswami With Sadhguru - In Conversation with the Mystic @New Delhi 2017
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On 6 March 2017, journalist and news anchor Arnab Goswami joined Sadhguru for a conversation at the Rotary Club, New Delhi. The theme of the conversat...
5 Minutes For Inner Exploration
08 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Through the 5 minute practice for inner exploration, Sadhguru finds yoga as a way to purify the five elements which make up who we are – earth, wate...
How to Deal with Attachment? | Sadhguru
05 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru answers a question about expectations, and looks at how it is important to establish ourselves in a state of joy and pleasantness, before per...
Why Acceptance Is Freedom
02 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru speaks about how acceptance facilitates a free flow of life. He dares us to try total acceptance, at least for twenty-four hours. Are you up ...
Spot-On in All Areas
26 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this Spot, Sadhguru gives an update on the incredible amount of initiatives and events he has been engaged in recently. Find out some little-known ...
Building on a Balanced Foundation
26 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If the miracle of your mind has turned into a misery manufacturing machine, Sadhguru says, the first step towards a solution is to find balance. One y...
You Can't Do What You Want, but You Can Be the Way You Want
14 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Everything you do, says Sadhguru, is actually an act; however, you have the choice to act consciously or compulsively. He explains that your action sh...
Investing in Raising Human Consciousness
21 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Thousands of years ago, Agastya Muni spread the seeds of spirituality throughout southern India, which can still be recognized in the daily life and c...
Sadhguru Spot – 7 Mar 2018 – A Personal Update
07 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this Spot, Sadhguru recaps his past week’s activities and opens up about his love for the month of March, why the Isha Foundation won the “Gree...
Bhuta Shuddhi – Cleansing and Transcending the 5 Elements
07 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The human body, as well as the entire cosmos, is essentially made of just five elements, says Sadhguru. He explains that every yogic practice finds it...
Seeking Solutions, Not Answers
31 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When we ask what is the nature of life and death, Sadhguru says, essentially we are wondering “Who am I?” If these questions are genuine and not j...
When Existence Can't Help Liking You
25 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Our own likes and dislikes lead to our bondage, says Sadhguru. But can we make ourselves in such a way that everything in the existence – plants, tr...
A Solution for the Human Predicament
10 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru outlines the human predicament of boundless desire. If you try to become infinite through physical means, he says, it is a hopeless case – ...
God is Not the Goal
03 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In the Indian culture, Sadhguru explains, God was not seen as the goal, but as a stepping stone to one’s liberation. Editor's Note: Connect with Sad...
Sadhguru Spot – 1 Mar 2018 – A Personal Update
28 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru personally updates us with a spoken message on his past week. In view of the ever-increasing, overwhelming response he receives wherever he g...
Searching for Life’s Purpose
24 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Are you searching for the meaning of life? The greatest aspect of life, says Sadhguru, is that it has no meaning to it, and there is no need for it to...
The Greatest Virtue
17 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Debating about morality, virtue and sin, Sadhguru says, is just a circus invented in the human mind to fill the empty slot when a connection with the ...
Indian Temples - A Doorway, Not a Destination
09 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru describes Indian temples as tools which can open up the possibility to experience the Divine. For more Sadhguru's insights, follow him on t...
Don’t Try to be Loving, Just Make Yourself Pleasant
03 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Emotion, Sadhguru says, is a strong aspect of being human. For many, a moment of love has been the most intense experience in life. However, Sadhguru ...
Learning to Exude Grace
26 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
A seeker asks Sadhguru how to make himself available to Grace. Sadhguru explains that there is no question whether you are in Grace or not, only wheth...
Exploring the Human Gadget
24 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us, Sadhguru says, are not even using the full capability of the simple gadgets in our lives, such as our phones. So imagine how much we are m...
Forget Philosophy, Embrace Reality
19 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Intelligence, says Sadhguru, is not in confusing people, but about making them understand what they could not understand. He explains that the way to ...
If I Get Enlightened, How Will I Know?
14 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Should the moment of enlightenment come, how to recognize it? Sadhguru explains that enlightenment is something that blossoms when one's mind, body, e...
Drop Your Nonsense and Grow!
06 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to do something for someone, says Sadhguru, the best thing is to do what they want, not what you want. Similarly, he explains, the best th...
Sound, a Sacred Key
25 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Every form, Sadhguru explains, contains a hidden sound within. He describes this sound as a sacred key and explains the various possibilities that can...
Perceiving Life Beyond Logic
09 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Perceiving life goes far beyond using the logical mind, says Sadhguru. He offers an example from the life of Vivekananda to illustrate the immense pos...
Ecstasy Naturally!
09 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Though many people turn to substances like cannabis for their “high”, the human system, says Sadhguru, is capable of producing bliss-inducing chem...
How Can I Evolve
09 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
What separates humans from other animals, Sadhguru explains, is that we can be whichever way we choose. However, today, most people are suffering this...
What Matters in Spirituality – Effort or Grace?
08 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Which is more important for a spiritual seeker, effort or grace? Sadhguru explains that, like baking bread, a combination of doing things and allowing...
Self-Preservation or Surrender?
22 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Don’t try to surrender, says Sadhguru, as it is only out of a certain realization that surrender happens. Going beyond striving for confidence and s...
Taking Charge of Your Bliss
12 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
For one who is seeking peace and blissfulness, Sadhguru explains, when you are able to take charge and determine the nature of your experience, you wi...
Before You Build, You Must Have Balance
08 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Though nearly every individual has the necessary brain power to conduct their life, why does one sparkle with genius while another suffers from stress...
Does Enlightenment Happen Gradually or with a Bang?
24 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Using the example of a mango tree, Sadhguru explains the nature of the spiritual process and the ultimate flowering of a human being, which is known a...
Mind, Prejudice and Identity
24 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru speaks about how spirituality is a natural process for anyone, as long as they use their mind as a tool of perception rather than a means to ...
The Way of the Body
18 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The body, says Sadhguru, knows only two things – survival and procreation. While there is nothing wrong with the way of the body, it is limited – ...
Does Enlightenment Happen Gradually or with a Bang?
16 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Conscious Planet: https://www.consciousplanet.org Sadhguru App (Download): http://onelink.to/sadhguru__app Official Sadhguru Website: http://isha.sa...
The Way of the Body
29 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The body, says Sadhguru, knows only two things – survival and procreation. While there is nothing wrong with the way of the body, it is limited – ...
The Teaspoon, the Ocean and Aristotle
28 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru expounds on the various traps one gets into when using only the intellect to perceive life. He narrates a story from the life of Aristotle wh...
From Personality to Presence
21 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Though we often hear advice to “believe in yourself,” Sadhguru explains that by strengthening our personalities, we also cause our energies to bec...
Are You Being Taken for a Ride?
13 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A seeker wonders about the line between being trustful and being naïve - how to know if one is just being taken for a ride? The guru is constantly ta...
Getting What You’re Not Ready For Only Brings Trouble
06 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Though tradition tells us that, should we find ourselves in the presence of a higher being, it is wise to ask for our heart’s desires without hesita...
Crossing the Wall
30 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
While achieving external pleasantness requires a certain capability and cooperation from others, Sadhguru says, when it comes to inner experience, nob...
The Wonder of a Child
23 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru and award-winning actor Anupam Kher discuss the sense of wonder that used to be synonymous with childhood, and how this is fast disappearin...
Admitting “I Don’t Know”
16 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
During this conversation, actor Anupam Kher asks Sadhguru, “Do you believe in God?” One believes something, explains Sadhguru, because they are no...
Handling Needs and Expectations in Relationships
09 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Exploring the fundamentals of human relationships, Sadhguru explains that most people form relationships to fulfill a need. If expectations and needs ...
A Wanting Education
27 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
While today’s education may be broadening the scope of information we know, in terms of our perception and inclusiveness, we are becoming very narro...
Population Control is the Only Solution
23 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
After receiving the Indira Gandhi Award for Environmental achievement, a felicitation ceremony was held to honor everyone who contributed. Sadhguru sp...
Being Aware of our Mortality
30 Oct 2011
Contributed by Lukas
In this month’s audio clip, Sadhguru encourages us to live each day aware of the oldest reality on the planet – that all of us will die one day. I...
Virtue and Compassion
01 Oct 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru speaks about compassion being the highest virtue, and how one can be truly compassionate only when they have gone beyond all identifications ...
Education at Isha Home School
30 Aug 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru speaks about education as a way of broadening one’s perspective of life. Today however, modern education is making us exclusive to the poin...
What is Yoga?
31 Jul 2011
Contributed by Lukas
In this talk, Sadhguru explains how to approach your ultimate nature through the science of yoga. As each human being is fundamentally comprised of bo...
Love and Grace... Elaborated
29 Jun 2011
Contributed by Lukas
www.ishafoundation.org One seeker asks if Sadhguru can elaborate on Love and Grace. Conscious Planet: https://www.consciousplanet.org Sadhguru App (...
Pashupati - Lord of Life
25 May 2011
Contributed by Lukas
in "Temple Town" Episode 3 of the Isha Kailash Sojourn 2010 Travel Video Journal. The participants take another day to adjust before heading to Tibet...
Shiva - The Nothingness
12 Mar 2011
Contributed by Lukas
Sadhguru speaks of Shiva as "The Nothingness". Mahashivarathri, the Night of Shiva, falls on Feb 17th this year. We would like as many people as possi...
Logic’s Limitations
18 Jan 2011
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Sadhguru and author Arundhathi Subramaniam discuss human logic and its limitations. Trying to apply logic beyond the material as...
Tough Path or Weak Pursiut?
13 Dec 2010
Contributed by Lukas
During this November 22, 2010, special live event, internationally acclaimed filmmaker Shekhar Kapur and Sadhguru took various questions asked by peop...
Don't worry about who your guru is
20 Nov 2010
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast is the last in the series for the "My Conversations with the Mystic" event happening tomorrow: http://bit.ly/mcwtm Conscious Planet: http...
A Wanting Education
09 Nov 2010
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast is the 2nd in the series for the "My Conversations with the Mystic" Live Interactive event on Nov 22, 9pm IST with acclaimed director She...
Love Means Give Sweetness
06 Nov 2010
Contributed by Lukas
"This podcast is being shared as part of the "My Conversations with the Mystic" Live Interactive event on Nov 22, 9pm IST with acclaimed director Shek...