Is the fear of death necessary to remain awake to life?
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"Fear of death is not what awakens you; it is the realization that life itself is a continuous dying that reveals the eternal, untouchable essence of existence."
According to Osho, fear of death is not required to stay awake; it is the very ignorance that keeps us asleep. Recognize that what you call ‘life’ is already a continuous dying, and the fear dissolves. Beyond this fear, a deathless quality of life reveals itself—untouchable by swords or loss—and only then do you truly know life.
You don’t need to fear death to be awake; see that everything is always ending, accept it, and fear drops so real life can shine.
Why this matters practically
- Reduces anxiety and clinging, making you present and peaceful.
- Gives courage to act truthfully, even under threat or loss.
- Frees you from being controlled by fear, opening deeper joy and compassion.
- Gives courage to act truthfully, even under threat or loss.
- Frees you from being controlled by fear, opening deeper joy and compassion.
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