In his enlightening talk, the speaker delved deep into the unseen realms of the human mind and spirit, offering profound insights into the art of self-engineering. He began by emphasizing the significance of understanding the subconscious mind, an invisible yet powerful force that governs our actions, emotions, and perceptions. Drawing parallels between spirituality and practical living, he explained how true transformation begins not with changing the world, but by first mastering oneself. Through relatable examples, the speaker explored the spectrum of human emotions—from anger to empathy—and how awareness of these feelings can become a path toward inner balance and self-realization. He spoke about the modern world’s chaos, its obsession with external success, and the gradual drift away from inner peace. Yet, his message remained hopeful: spirituality is not a distant or abstract concept, but a practical discipline that can be integrated into everyday life. By merging timeless wisdom with contemporary understanding, his talk inspired listeners to look within, introspect, and align their thoughts and actions with higher consciousness. He reminded everyone that before engineering machines, systems or innovations, one must first engineer the self—the most intricate creation of all. Yagneshwara Dasa, Associate VP of The Akshaya Patra Foundation (Telangana & Andhra Pradesh), is a spiritual mentor and social impact leader who transitioned from fashion design (NIFT, 2000) to large-scale food service. He has designed record-breaking kitchens featured on National Geographic, created a high-speed laddu plant for Yadadri Temple, and oversees meals for millions of school children daily. As Vice President of the Hare Krishna Golden Temple, he mentors missionaries, leads cultural and digital outreach, and inspires youth through Vedic wisdom, embodying a journey from ambition to selfless service. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx