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Karma

by Sadhguru · 2024 · 272 pages

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Karma is not punishment or reward, but self-created destiny

Karma simply means we have created the blueprint for our lives. It means we are the makers of our own fate. Karma is action. It refers to the consequences of our thoughts, emotions, and deeds. Unlike popular belief, karma is not a system of divine retribution or reward. It's a natural mechanism of cause and effect that operates on physical, mental, and energetic levels. We shape our destiny. Every action we perform leaves an imprint on our being, creating patterns and tendencies that influence our future experiences. This accumulated information becomes our karmic blueprint, determining the co

Lesson 1: Karma is not punishment or reward, but self-created destiny

This principle from Karma is backed by Sadhguru's extensive research and real-world examples. Understanding it deeply can shift how you approach decisions, relationships, and long-term planning in meaningful ways.

Lesson 2: Your life is your karma: Take responsibility for your actions

This principle from Karma is backed by Sadhguru's extensive research and real-world examples. Understanding it deeply can shift how you approach decisions, relationships, and long-term planning in meaningful ways.

Lesson 3: Memory shapes karma: Physical, mental, and energetic imprints

This principle from Karma is backed by Sadhguru's extensive research and real-world examples. Understanding it deeply can shift how you approach decisions, relationships, and long-term planning in meaningful ways.

How to Apply Karma's Lessons

The real value of Karma lies in its applicability. After reading, the most important step is identifying which of Sadhguru's principles speak most directly to your current situation.

Consider keeping a journal while reading — noting where the ideas challenge your current approach and where they confirm what you already suspected. The friction of your own resistance often points to the most important insights.

Key Quote

"Karma is not punishment or reward, but self-created destiny" — Sadhguru, Karma

About the Author

Sadhguru is the author of Karma. The book reflects years of research, observation, and synthesis of evidence from multiple disciplines.

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