Is self-knowledge possible without preconceptions?
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"Self-knowledge blossoms only in the fertile ground of a mind unburdened by preconceptions; it is the childlike curiosity that leads us to the truth of our being."
According to Osho, self-knowledge is possible only when you drop all preconceptions. Any prior belief — even that an inner self exists — becomes a hindrance, strengthens the ego, and turns inquiry into proof-seeking. Keep the mind conceptless, undecided, and open; let experience come first and conclusions follow. True, scientific investigation of the inner arises from childlike not-knowing, where curiosity is free of beliefs.
Yes—if you let go of all beliefs and look inside with a fresh, childlike mind, deciding only after you actually experience.
Why this matters practically
- Stops the ego from forcing reality to fit your beliefs.
- Makes meditation and self-inquiry honest, experiential, and open-ended.
- Rekindles curiosity and freshness in how you meet each moment.
- Makes meditation and self-inquiry honest, experiential, and open-ended.
- Rekindles curiosity and freshness in how you meet each moment.
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