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What is prayer?

Prayer is a heart-born gratitude, a spontaneous offering that opens the inner home to the divine; it is the deep sincerity of tears and joy, poured without expectation.

— Osho
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Prayer is saying thank you from your heart like a little child and getting ready inside for a beloved guest, without asking for anything.
Why this matters practically
- Shifts you from asking to appreciating, easing anxiety and neediness.
- Encourages authenticity over ritual, making practice alive and joyful.
- Builds inner readiness; over time opens you to peace, innocence, and insight.
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