Is tantra a way of indulgence?
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"Tantra is not indulgence; it is the path to transcend it, inviting total awareness to transform the energy of sexuality into freedom. Embrace the middle ground of understanding, where from the mud of desire, the lotus of liberation blossoms."
According to Osho, tantra is not indulgence; it is the only way out of indulgence and compulsive sexuality. Rather than repressing or escaping, tantra invites total awareness of what is, so the energy bound in sex is understood and naturally transformed. Avoid both extremes—repression and excess—and stand in a watchful, loving middle. Through understanding, energy is released; from the mud, the lotus of freedom grows.
Tantra means don’t fight or binge on desire; look at it clearly and kindly, and it turns into peaceful energy.
Why this matters practically
- Reduces guilt and obsession by replacing repression/indulgence with understanding.
- Channels sexual energy into creativity, love, and clarity.
- Cultivates a steady, mindful middle way in daily choices.
- Channels sexual energy into creativity, love, and clarity.
- Cultivates a steady, mindful middle way in daily choices.
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