The Sadhguru Podcast - Of Mystics and Mistakes Competition or Competitiveness ? #DailyWisdom
Nov 22, 2025
Discover the difference between competition and competitiveness through Sadhguru's insightful lens. He highlights how genuine joy can drive our efforts without the pressure of competing against others. Learn how the belief that we need others to succeed can hold us back. Sadhguru emphasizes the importance of exploring your own potential, advocating for a joyful society that lessens the need for competition. Ultimately, it’s all about fostering joy to unlock our best selves.
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Competition Shifts Focus Away From Self
- Sadhguru observes that framing life as competition makes it about others rather than yourself.
- He concludes that exploring your own potential fully matters more than racing someone else.
Racing Others Creates A False Foundation
- Sadhguru notes people think they need someone to race to perform fully and that belief can set a wrong foundation.
- He implies true fullness comes from inner joy, not external rivalry.
Joy Makes Competition Unnecessary
- Sadhguru links competitiveness to joylessness and lifelessness in societies.
- He argues joyful people perform fully without needing competition.