Master Your Mind with this Technique | Miracle of Mind | Sadhguru

Summary

The speaker discusses how our perception of the world is limited and distorted by the 'mirror' of our minds. We see reflections, not reality. Just as a mirror cannot capture anything, our minds merely reflect sense impressions without experiencing life directly. The speaker urges practicing mastery over the mind, using visualization of geometric forms like triangles to slip behind this mirror. The intent is not to gain powers but to touch life more deeply instead of just experiencing thoughts and emotions. This takes discipline so that one can pass through the mind subtly without leaving holes, avoiding disaster.

Takeaways

• 😀 The mind reflects the world based on our personal biases and limitations, not as it actually is
• 😯 Over 80% of people die bewildered, realizing they never truly lived life
• 👁️ You can never see yourself, only the reflections in the mirror of your mind
• 🔺 The most stable geometric form is a triangle - the body and mind can be broken down into triangles
• 😵 Most people only experience the superficial activity of their mind and body, not the depth of their being
• ⚙️ Exercising and focusing the mind can give you mastery over it to slip behind it
• ❌ These capabilities should not be used carelessly or for selfish purposes
• 🚪 They can open up holes in the mind to pass through to something beyond
• 🌄 The goal is to taste life more fully rather than just see reflections on the mirror of the mind
• 🔃 Without knowing what's behind the mirror, endless cycles continue and nothing changes

Q & A

What does Sadhguru mean when he says that we are seeing the world reflected in the mirror of our minds?

He means that we do not see the world directly as it is. Our perceptions and understandings of the world are filtered and distorted by the conditioning and limitations of our minds.

Why does Sadhguru say that if you were a grasshopper or some other creature, you would see the world very differently?

Because different creatures have different forms of perception and cognition based on their biology and evolutionary development. A grasshopper literally sees different parts of the light spectrum. So its experience of reality would be fundamentally different from a human's.

What does Sadhguru mean when he says evolution has given humans a more levelled out mirror compared to other creatures?

He means that the human mind, while still limited, has a greater capability for reason, logic and perception compared to other animals. So we have the possibility to see reality in a more balanced way, if we work to remove the distortions in our minds.

Why does the mirror analogy mean you can never experience who you really are?

Because you are always the one looking into the mirror - the witness. You can never turn the mirror around to see your true self or who is behind the perceptions. So you only see images and reflections, never your essence.

What are the two options Sadhguru presents for truly living instead of just seeing reflected images?

The two options are: 1) Experience creation/the world directly as it is, unfiltered by your mind. 2) Experience the one behind the mirror - your true essence, unclouded by mental images or thoughts.

Why does Sadhguru stress that this perception training is not for manifesting or gaining things, but for mastery of the mind?

Because if you use these abilities solely to gain wealth or other ego-fulfilling ends, you will mess up yourself and the world. This is only meant to go beyond the mind's limitations, not to feed your desires.

What is the benefit of being able to vividly break anything down into geometric triangles?

It develops focus, concentration and mastery over your imagination and perception. This trains you to become aware of reality as it is, not just your mental interpretations.

Why does it require rigorous training to be able to properly visualize and work with forms geometrically?

Because most people's imaginations and perceptions are undisciplined and scattered. Systematic training is needed to gain control and vividness to properly envisage forms.

What danger does Sadhguru say comes from gaining mastery over perception without spiritual maturity?

You may try to use the powers for egoic fulfillment like healing loved ones or gaining wealth. This could seriously backfire without ethical development alongside.

What is the ultimate purpose of gaining mastery over one's own mind?

To allow you to become conscious of the one behind the mind - your true essence and potential. Not to get lost in the mental images reflected in front of you.