The Spirituality of Saying No

Does spirituality mean accepting everything?

Should a spiritual person never feel anger, outrage, or the need to stand up and say “no”?

In this powerful talk from The International Yoga Festival, Sadhviji challenges the common misconception that spirituality is only about love, acceptance, and saying yes. While compassion is essential, there are times when our spiritual path calls us to take a strong stand against injustice, suffering, and harm.

But what happens when our actions are fueled by anger rather than love?

Drawing on real-world examples and timeless spiritual wisdom, Sadhviji explores the difference between acting from outrage and acting from love. Discover how we can stand firmly for what is right, protect what is sacred, and serve the world without allowing anger to consume the very energy needed to fulfill our dharma.

This is a profound teaching on activism, compassion, courage, and the transformative power of love.