Why don't politicians and sadhus come to the ashram to resolve their doubts?
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"Those who fear genuine transformation will always avoid the path that leads to self-discovery, hiding behind their beliefs instead of confronting the truth."
According to Osho, politicians and sadhus avoid the ashram because they lack courage and fear genuine transformation. They’re anxious their doubts will be resolved, forcing them to drop entrenched habits, beliefs, and identities. Facing his radical, experiential processes—from tantra to primal therapies—feels like walking into mines. So they hide behind propaganda, send others as shields, and refuse the risk of authentic understanding.
They’re scared to come because the ashram would actually change them, and giving up old habits and roles is frightening.
Why this matters practically
- Invites us to seek direct experience instead of hiding behind opinions or proxies.
- Encourages dropping rigid habits and identities that block understanding.
- Shows that real inquiry needs courage to risk change, not just debate.
- Encourages dropping rigid habits and identities that block understanding.
- Shows that real inquiry needs courage to risk change, not just debate.
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