Sadhguru's Blog, page 31

Water’s Unique Characteristics

H2O is a simple molecular compound with a tremendous impact on all life. All living things rely on water to live. From tiny cyanobacteria to huge elephants, life needs water to survive. Scientists claim that life first appeared in the ocean, about four billion years ago.

Water makes life possible on Earth. Water cycles from the air to the land, then to the many bodies of water and once again back to the air. Water shapes our planet and affects many aspects of our lives, from the way our body fun...

Climate Change and Karma

 

As reported in the UN News, the Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, stated in no uncertain terms that the planet is rapidly reaching a point of no return. “For too long, humanity has cut down the Earth’s forests, polluted its rivers and oceans, and ploughed its grasslands into oblivion.” In his address to mark World Environment Day, he warned that we are “ravaging the very ecosystems that underpin our societies. And in doing so, we are just depriving ourselves of the foo...

Do you know what Karma really is?

Most people have heard of the word Karma. A lot of people use it, especially when they observe that something unfortunate has happened to someone, they will immediately say, “Oh, it’s their karma.”

But what is karma, really? Is it checks and balances that rule our lives? Is it locked into our destiny, and are we trapped by our past? Is there any way to free ourselves of Karma? Why is it important to understand the mechanism of karma, instead of letting it just play out?

Deepak Chopra had this co...

Ecological Urgency

It is easy to ignore the needs of the planet as we move through our day-to-day routines. Little thought is often given to the resources we use daily, such as water. When buying a product or throwing an older version in the trash, many people rarely reflect on how that product was made and the consequent impact it had on our planet.

But not everyone is unaware of the urgent need to attend to the growing problem of ecological restoration. International cooperation, such as the Paris Agreement, ha...

The Effects of a Loved One’s Death

Losing a loved one is difficult, even if the death was expected due to illness. Often people find it hard to even talk about someone they love dying, as the anxiety and grief is overwhelming.

When death takes place, it can produce a wide range of emotions for the family and friends of the deceased. People may become inundated with disbelief, confusion, sadness, and even humiliation and despair. Someone else’s death may also trigger anxiety about one’s own dying experience. So how can we understa...

From Murderer to Sage

Why do some people seem to face countless hurdles as they move through life, while others appear to proceed with little or no friction?  Success seems easy for some while for others it seems like a constant struggle. Sometimes it appears as if being in the right place at the right time has a part to play in one’s life, but is this really the case?

No matter where someone’s past actions in this lifetime have taken them, do they still have an opportunity to successfully walk a spiritual path? Or h...

What Does It Mean to Open the Third Eye?

There are many stories about the third eye. The third eye has been referred to as the gate that leads to the inner dimensions of life. It has been associated with religious visions and clairvoyance. It is often described and depicted as being located between the eyebrows, as a representation of a third eye.

But does the third eye really exist? If so, what then is it?  What happens when someone experiences the opening of their third eye? Is the third eye associated with any human superpowers? Is ...

How Jagadish Vasudev Became Sadhguru

Best Collection- SG Formal Impressions

 

With all the strife in our world, just imagine if everyone felt inclusive rather than exclusive. Empathy and belonging would replace bias and segregation. The world would shine with smiles rather than be darkened by fear and anger.

But is this possible? Can humanity achieve such a state? Can we as individuals experience all-inclusiveness, and what would that actually mean?

Sadhguru, during his TED Talk in 2009, takes us through his journey from being an e...

How Sadhguru Helped Everton Beat Liverpool

Would you like to have more fun in your life? Would you like to be immersed in all you do with a flowing ease? Would you like to be so versatile that no matter what life puts before you, you face it with a smile?

Well, it is possible! Many people in all walks of life who have taken Inner Engineering Completion have reported these experiences. Joy has replaced anxiety, and peace has replaced inner turmoil. 

Danny Donachie, Director of Medical Services at Everton Football Club—a soccer team in En...

Don’t Let Situations Mess You Up

When raised in a troubled environment, children suffer. If their parents engage in daily fights that include physical altercations, insults, or even “silent treatment” tactics, the children under their roof live a life of pain.

Children living in this type of stressful and negative home environment develop anxiety and other mental health issues. They often have lasting relationship issues, behavior problems, and eating disorders. Many look to peer support if they are unable to confront their pa...