Inner Engineering: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Inner Engineering containing key details about the book.
What is Inner Engineering About?
"Inner Engineering: A Yogi's Guide to Joy" by Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev is a book that explores the principles of yoga and meditation and how they can be applied to lead a fulfilling life.
Inner Engineering is intended to be a spiritual guide with practices for personal growth, and also a look at the author's own spiritual journey. The book is divided into two sections. Part One contains five chapters: When I Lost My Sense; The Way Out Is In; Design Your Destiny; No Boundary, No Burden; ...And Now, Yoga. Part Two has four chapters: Body; Mind; Energy; Joy.
Summary Points & Takeaways from Inner Engineering
Some key summary points and takeaways from the book include:
* The power of the mind: The author emphasizes the importance of controlling the mind and using its power to achieve one's goals.
* The nature of the self: The book explores the nature of the self and the concept of self-realization, arguing that understanding one's true nature is the key to inner peace and happiness.
* The benefits of yoga and meditation: The author explains how practices such as yoga and meditation can help to calm the mind, reduce stress, and increase awareness and focus.
* The importance of inner engineering: The book argues that inner engineering is a process of creating a harmonious relationship between the mind and body, leading to a greater sense of inner peace and wellbeing.
* The principles of inner engineering: The author outlines the seven principles of inner engineering, including the principles of inner space, inner dimensions, and inner technologies, among others.
* Overall, "Inner Engineering" is a thought-provoking and transformative book that offers practical guidance for attaining inner peace and joy through the practice of yoga and meditation.
Who is the author of Inner Engineering?
Jagadish "Jaggi" Vasudev, known by the honorific title Sadhguru, is an Indian yoga guru and proponent of spirituality. He has been teaching yoga in southern India since 1982. In 1992, he established the Isha Foundation near Coimbatore, which operates an ashram and yoga centre that carry out educational activities.
Book details
- Print length: 288 pages
- Genre: Spirituality, Nonfiction, Self Help
What are the chapters in Inner Engineering?
Chapter 1. The four letter word
Chapter 2. A note to the reader
Chapter 3. When I lost my sense
Chapter 4. The way out is in
Chapter 5. Design your destiny
Chapter 6. No boundary, no burden
Chapter 7. '...and now, yoga'
Chapter 8. A note to the reader
Chapter 9. Body
Chapter 10. Mind
Chapter 11. Energy
Chapter 12. Joy
What is a good quote from Inner Engineering?
Top Quote: “When pain, misery, or anger happen, it is time to look within you, not around you.” (Meaning) - Inner Engineering Quotes, Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev
What do critics say?
Here's what one of the prominent reviewers had to say about the book: “Inner Engineering is a fascinating read of Sadhguru’s insights and his teachings. If you are ready, it is a tool to help awaken your own inner intelligence, the ultimate and supreme genius that mirrors the wisdom of the cosmos.” — Deepak Chopra
* The editor of this summary review made every effort to maintain information accuracy, including any published quotes, chapters, or takeaways. If you want to enhance your personal growth, I recommend checking out my list of favorite personal growth books. These books have played a significant role in my life, and each one includes a summary and takeaways to help you apply the concepts.
Chief Editor
Tal Gur is an author, founder, and impact-driven entrepreneur at heart. After trading his daily grind for a life of his own daring design, he spent a decade pursuing 100 major life goals around the globe. His journey and most recent book, The Art of Fully Living, has led him to found Elevate Society.
