Does being selfish affect one's awareness of others?
Synthesized from Source
outcome
"True awareness of others arises only from the light of inner awakening; when you illuminate your own flame, you can see others as they truly are, free from projection and prejudice."
According to Osho, only inner awareness makes true awareness of others possible; without awakening within, you merely project your dreams and prejudices onto people. Begin by being 'selfish' in the higher sense—lighting your own flame—then perception clears, projection drops, and you genuinely see others as they are. Enlightened 'selfishness' becomes a blessing that naturally helps and understands others.
Wake up inside yourself first, then you can really see other people instead of imagining them.
Why this matters practically
- Reduces projection and conflict in relationships.
- Encourages daily self-observation to clear biases before responding.
- Makes compassion a natural outcome rather than a forced duty.
- Encourages daily self-observation to clear biases before responding.
- Makes compassion a natural outcome rather than a forced duty.
AI Confidence Score: 96%
Read Original Discourse →