Shouldn't the beginning of transcendental joy be with a seeming peace?
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definition
"Transcendental joy can blossom not only in peace but also in the midst of chaos; do not make peace a prerequisite, for joy arises in its own time and manner."
According to Osho, transcendental joy need not begin with a calm or 'seeming' peace. It may start peacefully, but it just as easily can arise amid restlessness or upheaval. Avoid turning peace into a requirement; expectations create tension. Let experience unfold as it is, and joy flowers in its own way.
It might start calm, but it doesn’t have to—don’t force peace; let things be, and joy will grow by itself.
Why this matters practically
- Frees you from rigid spiritual expectations that cause stress.
- Lets you accept turbulence as part of growth, not as failure.
- Encourages presence with whatever arises, allowing joy to unfold naturally.
- Lets you accept turbulence as part of growth, not as failure.
- Encourages presence with whatever arises, allowing joy to unfold naturally.
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