There have been numerous realized beings in the history of humanity. It is often fascinating to be enraptured by their stories and legends. Sadhguru narrates one such story about the revered guru Matsyendranath’s lesson for his disciple, Gorakhnath, regarding the misuse of occult. Not only is this a gripping tale about the great beings of lore, but also carries powerful wisdom and insight about what various intense spiritual practices might do for devoted practitioners.

Sadhguru: “ Gorakhnath w...