The Sadhguru Podcast - Of Mystics and Mistakes The Worst Form of Slavery #DailyWisdom
Jan 19, 2026
Sadhguru shares powerful insights on mastering the mind, emphasizing the distinction between thoughtful response and impulsive reaction. He argues that allowing others to dictate our thoughts is the worst form of slavery. By choosing conscious responses, we can shape our lives in meaningful ways instead of simply fulfilling others' desires. The discussion highlights the potential every human holds to transform challenges into stepping stones for growth.
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Mind Determines Life's Quality
- Whether life is a curse or a blessing depends on who controls your mind.
- If your mind takes instructions from you, life becomes a blessing; if not, it feels like a curse.
From Compulsion To Conscious Response
- Compulsive reactions hand control of your interior to others and to circumstances.
- Moving from compulsive reaction to conscious response shifts outcomes toward what you want.
Mental Submission Is True Slavery
- Letting someone else decide what happens in your mind is a profound disgrace.
- Sadhguru calls this a worse form of slavery than external control.