What happens when doubts and misgivings arise despite continuous teachings?
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outcome
"Doubts are the mind's shields against the truth; only by dropping your defenses can you truly see."
According to Osho, when doubts and misgivings arise, they are the mind’s unconscious shields against the master’s blow; you create smoke to avoid seeing. No amount of explanation or grace can substitute for your cooperation. The guru can only provoke and point; understanding happens only when you drop defenses, open, and look.
Doubts are like covering your eyes while the teacher points—you must uncover them and look yourself.
Why this matters practically
- Notice doubt as self-defense and pause instead of arguing.
- Practice openness: listen, breathe, and watch the escape-impulse.
- Take responsibility: progress needs your cooperation, not just teachings or grace.
- Practice openness: listen, breathe, and watch the escape-impulse.
- Take responsibility: progress needs your cooperation, not just teachings or grace.
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