How did the Buddha know he was not aware the first time he swatted the insect?
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"Awareness is not a separate observer; it is the very act of witnessing that illuminates the unconsciousness of our actions."
According to Osho, awareness is not another observer behind the mind; it is the very act of watching. When watching is present, it instantly reveals what was previously mechanical and unconscious. Thus the Buddha knew he’d been unaware the first time because, when awareness arose, the contrast became obvious—no logical regress is needed, only the immediacy of witnessing.
You only know you were asleep when you wake up—the light of attention shows the first act was on autopilot.
Why this matters practically
- Breaks automatic reactions by introducing conscious witnessing.
- Stops endless mental doubt; rely on direct presence, not logic.
- Loosens identification with mind, reducing stress and regret.
- Stops endless mental doubt; rely on direct presence, not logic.
- Loosens identification with mind, reducing stress and regret.
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