What happens when we experience fear of freedom?
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outcome
"Fear of freedom is born from childhood conditioning; when you face it with awareness, it shrinks and dissolves, revealing the joy of true independence."
According to Osho, fear of freedom arises from childhood conditioning to depend on others and imagined protectors, so independence feels unsafe. This fear breeds projections and escape. Instead, look directly, minutely, at fear with awareness; it shrinks and disappears. Embracing responsibility dissolves psychological chains, matures you, and crystallizes your being. Then freedom without fear becomes a wordless benediction you can rejoice in.
We’re scared of being free because we’re used to being looked after; but if we calmly face the fear, it melts, and taking responsibility lets us enjoy freedom.
Why this matters practically
- Helps break dependence on external authorities and false comforts.
- Gives a practical method: observe fear attentively until it dissolves.
- Encourages responsible action, leading to maturity, clarity, and joy.
- Gives a practical method: observe fear attentively until it dissolves.
- Encourages responsible action, leading to maturity, clarity, and joy.
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