Is the recognition of the mind and its illusions also an illusion?
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"When thought ceases, and you become a detached witness, reality reveals itself in its purest form, free from the illusions of the mind."
According to Osho, any recognition that arises through thought is itself part of the mind’s dream; it’s another mind trip. Only when thinking ceases in meditation or deep love does pure witnessing remain, free of distortion—then recognition is real, not illusory. Become a detached watcher, withdraw energy from thoughts, and in the silent gaps reality reflects itself without ripples.
If you notice the mind using thoughts, you’re still dreaming; when you just watch silently, you wake up.
Why this matters practically
- Helps you stop fueling anxious or repetitive thoughts.
- Guides you to practice silent witnessing for clarity and peace.
- Opens glimpses of reality beyond mental projections.
- Guides you to practice silent witnessing for clarity and peace.
- Opens glimpses of reality beyond mental projections.
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