Guru Talks

An outcaste in the society who worked as a bonded labor surrendered himself to a force which bent the laws of man, gods and nature. The man later became a celebrated sage named Nandanar who was named after a miraculous event that happened to him at a Shiva temple. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

Sadhguru speaks at the ET Global Business Summit 2018, about the need to empower human beings, so that they realize that the key to true wellbeing lies with them, and not in the heavens. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

Sadhguru speaks at the Mahashivratri 2018 celebrations at Isha Yoga Center, and looks at how this night is an opportunity to step forward into our divine nature. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

Sadhguru describes what it takes to bring equanimity into one's life and expresses the need for those who are protecting the nation to have the necessary tools to manage their interiority. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times

When we seek mukthi, what are we asking for? Sadhguru discusses the human longing for freedom. Compulsions, he says, mean that something else is ruling you. That which is binding you, he explains, is what you need to see how to break. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

Sadhguru describes his experiences in the forests of southern India, and explains the importance for every human being, especially children, to spend time in nature. By just paying attention to the sounds of the trees, water, insects and breeze, he says, tremendous things will happen to you. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

In this video, Sadhguru talks about the right way to drink water, cautioning that improper ways of drinking water can lead to brain swelling. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

Sadhguru discusses the nadis, or energy pathways in the body, and whether it is possible to experience them. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

Being absolutely truthful with yourself, Sadhguru says, is something that everyone who considers themselves a seeker or sadhaka must do. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

Can you really predict your future using astrology? Sadhguru explains the mechanics behind Indian astrology and the pitfalls of trying to find out what will happen tomorrow. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

On the occasion of Rama Navami (the birthday of Rama), Sadhguru speaks about a renowned devotee of Rama - Bhadrachala Ramadasu, and sings a famous keerthana (song) by him - Ye Teeruga Nanu. Sadhguru: Bhadrachalam Ramadas garu is a poet saint from 17th century, a devotee par excellence. He composed hundreds of songs which are sung even today. It actually accounts to the main body of compositions for Carnatic music. When he sang, it was an outpouring of all his emotions. This is the dimension of devotion, where devotion is not just about sweetness of love - but everything. His anger, his fear, his anxiety, his struggles, his love, his passion - everything was devoted to Rama. Because this is what a devotee means: a devotee is using the object of devotion as a means to dissolve into it. This is a technology of obliterating yourself. Bhadrachalam Ramadas is doing this in a very passionate and fantastic way. And he's been an inspiration for generations, and still is, and will continue to be. On this Ram Navami day, please listen to some of his compositions. Very sweet, childlike, but profound. Lyrics: Etiruga nanu dayajucedavo inavamsottama rama natarama bhava sagara midanu nalindaleksana rama || Sri raghunandana sitaramana sritajanaposaka rama karunyalaya bhaktavarada ninu kannadi kanupa rama || Krurakarmamulu neraka jesiti neramu len caku rama daridryamu pariharamu ceyave daivasikhamani rama || Vasavanuta ramadasa posaka vandana mayodhyarama dasarcita makabhaya mosangave dasaradhi raghurama || Rama Rama Rama Rama || Rama Rama Ram || Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

Sadhguru speaks about how water has an intrinsic memory, which can be influenced by something as subtle as our thoughts and emotions. He narrates an incident from his life which demonstrated how sensitive water is to life around it. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

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 within. Instead of creating an illusory solution for your own illusion, it’s time to switch off the problems altogether. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

A seeker asks Sadhguru what enlightenment is and what the path is for people in family situations. Sadhguru speaks about the nature of enlightenment and the spiritual process and explains how they can be pursued by people from all walks of life. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

Sadhguru explains that we can either see everything as a miracle or nothing as a miracle. But if we look at one thing as miraculous and another as not, there will be no spiritual growth Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

Sadhguru tells us a story about why Gautama the Buddha sent his disciple to a prostitute’s house. Soundtrack of this video is composed of Bansuri (indian flute), wind-chimes and a percussion instrument called the Duff. The music, put together by Sounds of Isha, can be listened to and is available for download here: https://soundcloud.com/soundsofisha/s...

Though a seed may seem safe and protected, Sadhguru says, true safety does not lie in stagnation, but in sprouting and growing. #Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

During a meeting with Indian Border Security Forces officers, Sadhguru speaks about crossing the border between “you” and the universe. Once you cross this border, he says, you become known as a yogi, and the whole world becomes yours. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

“What should I do to get enlightened?” a seeker asks Sadhguru. Enlightenment, he explains, is not an achievement, but a homecoming. If you stop your distortions and come back to your original nature, he says, that is enlightenment. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

Sadhguru answers the question, “How do I control my excitement?” Rather than making yourself only half alive, says Sadhguru, if you have the balance to remain blissful and always in a state of excitement, then life becomes beautiful. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

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 Shiva is depicted as a dancer because he found his rhythm, and in doing so, he has become the most profound being imaginable. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

The Indian culture, Sadhguru explains, always clearly understood that God is not the goal, but a stepping stone to mukti, or freedom from everything, including God. The spiritual movements of the land were started for human wellbeing and liberation, and each individual had the freedom to choose or create his own God. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times

Sadhguru looks at what it means to be a brahmachari, and explains that it is much more than just wearing a particular dress. In fact, looking at it from a more profound perspective, he explains that everyone should be a brahmachari Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

Sadhguru is asked why so many people today are trapped in a vicious cycle of frustration, misery and rage. He reminds us that the basis of our experience is within, so it is up to us to determine whether to choose misery or bliss. Though we each have an individual experience, he says, we must remember that life is happening as one big whole. This is something we need to instill in our children he says. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.

When it comes to running for office, do spirituality and politics mix? Find out what Sadhguru has to say about it in this video. Sadhguru Yogi, mystic and visionary, Sadhguru is a spiritual master with a difference. An arresting blend of profundity and pragmatism, his life and work serves as a reminder that yoga is a contemporary science, vitally relevant to our times.