Inner Engineering

About the Author

Sadhguru, born Jaggi Vasudev in India in 1957, is a celebrated yogi, mystic, and spiritual leader who has touched millions of lives worldwide. His teachings are rooted in ancient yogic traditions, yet they resonate powerfully with the modern world. As the founder of the Isha Foundation, he has pioneered programs that enable individuals to transform their inner lives.

Beyond spiritual leadership, Sadhguru is a vocal advocate for environmental causes. Initiatives like the Rally for Rivers aim to rejuvenate India's lifelines, reflecting his deep commitment to ecological balance. With his profound insights, Sadhguru has authored several influential books, including Karma and Death: An Inside Story.

At the heart of his work lies a singular mission: to empower individuals to transcend limitations, live joyfully, and connect with the universal intelligence that governs all life.

Main Idea

In Inner Engineering, Sadhguru presents a powerful vision for personal transformation. The book asserts that our suffering is self-created, arising from neglecting our inner worlds. Through the practice of yoga, which Sadhguru defines as a technology for self-mastery, we can align the body, mind, and energy to experience life in its fullest form.

"To engineer the outside world, you must first engineer your inner world." — Sadhguru

The book emphasizes the universality of yoga, breaking stereotypes of it being merely physical exercise or a belief system. Instead, it is a profound science for creating a joyful, purposeful existence.

Table of Contents

• Understanding the Root of Human Suffering
• Reimagining Yoga as a Technology
• Mastery Over the Body
• Unlocking the Power of the Mind
• Energy as the Key to Transcendence
• Practical Tools for Inner Transformation

Understanding the Root of Human Suffering

Sadhguru identifies two primary sources of human suffering:

• Our tendency to operate in survival mode, driven by instinct rather than aspiration.
• Our inability to master our thoughts and emotions, allowing them to dictate our experience.

He explains that humans are unique in their capacity to transcend basic survival instincts. Yet, most people remain trapped in cycles of stress, fear, and dissatisfaction. This condition stems from a lack of awareness and mastery over one’s inner processes.