What happens when thoughts become stronger during meditation?
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"When thoughts surge during meditation, it is the mind reclaiming its dominance; true meditation arises when we cultivate no-mind and use the mind only with intention."
According to Osho, when thoughts surge in meditation it’s simply the ancient, immensely efficient mind reclaiming the driver’s seat. Brief silence arises near a master, but away from that field the mind resumes command. Until meditation deepens into centering—realization, enlightenment—the mind will carry you. The remedy is to grow no-mind within, then use mind only deliberately.
Your mind is a very old, busy machine; until you find a deeper stillness, it will keep making noise—especially when you’re on your own.
Why this matters practically
- Normalizes rising thoughts as a cue to deepen practice, not a failure.
- Points you toward centering so the mind becomes a tool, not a tyrant.
- Encourages supportive company while cultivating inner independence from mental chatter.
- Points you toward centering so the mind becomes a tool, not a tyrant.
- Encourages supportive company while cultivating inner independence from mental chatter.
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