What harm is there to a person?
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"No one can harm your innermost being; only your unconsciousness and identification with the ego can wound you. True freedom begins when you take responsibility for your inner state."
According to Osho, no one can truly harm your innermost being; only your unconsciousness, fear and identification with the ego wound you. Others may hurt your body or pride, but the witnessing awareness remains untouched. Freedom begins when you stop outsourcing your well‑being and take responsibility for your inner state.
What’s inside you can’t be hurt by others—only by your own unawareness.
Why this matters practically
- Reduces blame and reactivity in conflicts.
- Encourages mindfulness and self-responsibility.
- Builds inner resilience amid criticism or loss.
- Encourages mindfulness and self-responsibility.
- Builds inner resilience amid criticism or loss.
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