Why does attachment endure despite being painful?
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"Attachment endures because it offers fleeting pleasures that the ego craves, binding us in a cycle where pain and joy are inseparable. Only when the hope of pleasure fades can we truly let go of the pain of attachment."
According to Osho, attachment persists because it secretly delivers pleasure—the ego’s relish in winning, being right, feeling superior, or hoping for sweetness from those close to us. Pain and pleasure are two wings of the same attachment. We cling for the occasional high, so the hurt continues. When the hope of pleasure ends, attachment—and its pain—drops.
We keep holding on to what hurts because it sometimes feels good, and we keep hoping for that good feeling again.
Why this matters practically
- Notice the hidden ‘relish’ (ego boosts, hopes) sustaining your bonds.
- Practice mindful observation; when hope of pleasure fades, attachment loosens.
- Relate without demands; reduce hurt from those closest to you.
- Practice mindful observation; when hope of pleasure fades, attachment loosens.
- Relate without demands; reduce hurt from those closest to you.
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