The Sadhguru Podcast - Of Mystics and Mistakes #1414 - Temples To Visit in Southern India
Nov 25, 2025
Namratha Mohan, also known as 'thetemplegirl,' is a content creator passionate about Indian temples and spiritual heritage. In this enlightening discussion, Sadhguru shares the temples that hold a special significance for him, including Jidambaram and Chamundeshwari. He contrasts the journey of pilgrimage with everyday life, emphasizing its spiritual importance. Sadhguru also discusses the essence of truly connecting within a temple and advocates for a devotee-led revival of temple culture, underscoring the role of spirituality in navigating life's fragility.
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Temples As Windows To The Universe
- Temples are projections of power and windows to dimensions beyond ordinary experience.
- Sadhguru says closing your eyes can place you in a temple anytime because the temple is an access, not just a building.
Friend's Mongolia Ride After A Death
- Sadhguru recounts a friend who became CEO and suddenly wanted to ride across Mongolia after a friend's sudden death.
- He uses this to illustrate life's fragility and the human drive to seize possibility rather than be paralyzed by fear.
Riding To Reassure After Surgery
- After surgery, Sadhguru promised doctors three months off motorcycles, then rode Trans-Canada to reassure loved ones.
- He demonstrates that learning how the body works makes seemingly risky activities doable.