Karma by Sadhguru (477)

Karma by Sadhguru is an illuminating exploration of one of the most misunderstood concepts in Eastern philosophy. With his distinctive clarity, wit, and deeply experiential wisdom, Sadhguru dismantles the popular belief that karma is some form of cosmic reward-and-punishment system or a predestined fate that we are forced to endure. Instead, he reveals karma as a profound dimension of inner engineering—an intricate process through which each individual shapes their experience of life.

Through accessible language, contemporary examples, and ancient yogic insights, Sadhguru explains that karma is essentially action, but not limited to physical deeds. Thought, emotion, intention, memory, and energy are also forms of action. These layers of action generate imprints—known as karmic impressions—that influence how we perceive the world, react to situations, experience relationships, and shape possibilities in life.

The book guides readers toward understanding how karma is created and how it can be consciously managed, altered, or dissolved. Instead of viewing karma as a burden from the past, Sadhguru reframes it as a powerful tool that grants individuals complete responsibility—and thus complete freedom—to craft their own destiny. He invites readers to step out of unconscious patterns, habitual reactions, and inherited conditioning, and step into a state of mindfulness, awareness, and deliberate action.