What is it like to be a Rajneeshee living in a commune?
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"True sannyas blossoms in the realization of oneness with existence, where the ego dissolves and fear vanishes, revealing the profound friendship that connects us to all—trees, stars, and every breath."
According to Osho, being a Rajneeshee in a commune is not about belonging to a crowd but about dissolving the ego and letting-go, so fear and loneliness vanish as you realize oneness with existence. Identification with group, church or nation is a poor substitute; true sannyas flowers as outsiderhood, contentment, and friendship with the whole—trees, stars, every breath.
It’s not about joining a club; it’s about relaxing so deeply that you feel part of everything, so you’re no longer scared or lonely.
Why this matters practically
- Helps drop dependency on groups for identity, reducing fear and conformity.
- Encourages inner contentment and ease (let-go) amid uncertainty.
- Nurtures a living connection with nature and people, making community natural, not forced.
- Encourages inner contentment and ease (let-go) amid uncertainty.
- Nurtures a living connection with nature and people, making community natural, not forced.
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