What is the purpose of the mind?
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"The mind is not a problem to be solved but a mirror reflecting the world; through its awareness, we can transcend into the clarity of no-mind."
According to Osho, the mind’s 'why' is unanswerable; instead, see its function: mind is consciousness reflecting the outer world—the traffic of thoughts, a mirror for practical living. It also serves as a necessary bridge to no-mind; through mind’s contrast and awareness of it, meditation and pure consciousness are realized. Don’t fight mind; observe, and it dissolves into clarity.
The mind is like a mirror that helps with daily life and, when calmly watched, opens the door to silent, thought-free awareness.
Why this matters practically
- Breaks the loop of endless 'why' and anchors you in clear observation.
- Use the mind for practical tasks without being ruled by it, creating space for meditation.
- Gives a method: watch thoughts like reflections until they settle into silence.
- Use the mind for practical tasks without being ruled by it, creating space for meditation.
- Gives a method: watch thoughts like reflections until they settle into silence.
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