What happens when meditation becomes difficult and the mind races?
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"When meditation becomes difficult, remember that it is not something to be done; it is a space to be allowed. Drop the effort, relax into the moment, and let silence arise spontaneously."
According to Osho, when meditation feels hard and thoughts race, the mind—the doer—has stepped in with desire and effort. Trying to make meditation happen only breeds tension, frustration, and more mental traffic. Real meditation cannot be done; it happens. Drop trying—'untry'—relax, be available and grateful, and don’t ask for more. Then, spontaneously, silence returns and gradually abides without your doing.
When your head gets noisy, stop forcing it; relax and let calm arrive by itself, like a breeze you don’t chase.
Why this matters practically
- Prevents frustration by shifting from forcing to allowing.
- Use the mind for tasks, not for silence; practice relaxation and gratitude.
- Patience lets meditation deepen and become continuous.
- Use the mind for tasks, not for silence; practice relaxation and gratitude.
- Patience lets meditation deepen and become continuous.
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