The Sadhguru Podcast - Of Mystics and Mistakes Why Do Monks Shave Their Head #DailyWisdom
Oct 20, 2025
Discover the intriguing practice of head-shaving among brahmacharis and its connection to energy direction. Sadhguru explains how this ritual enhances mental balance and supports spiritual focus. He warns that unprepared individuals might experience sudden mental shifts post-shaving. The conversation also highlights how seasoned practitioners use this practice wisely, choosing to stop once their energies peak. End the journey with a thoughtful nod to alternatives for those who wish to keep their hair tied.
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Use Head Shaving To Aid Sadhana
- Shaving the head can deliberately redirect and upsurge subtle energies when combined with sadhana.
- Brahmacharis shave monthly to aid energy movement upward as part of their practice.
Hair Affects Subtle Energy
- Shaving hair can disturb the upper-body energy and trigger an energetic upsurge.
- People unprepared for this change may experience loss of mental balance after shaving.
Stop Shaving Once Energy Peaks
- Perform appropriate sadhana before relying on head shaving to direct energy.
- Stop shaving once energies peak because retaining rising energy becomes a greater challenge.