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Can there be sudden self-realization without any practice?

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"Self-realization is a sudden awakening, but it blossoms only after the diligent preparation of practice; in the end, it is the art of letting go that reveals the truth within."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, self-realization is always sudden in its arrival, but not without preparation. Practice ripens you; effort gathers energy and direction, then must be consciously dropped so relaxation opens the inner door. Like climbing stairs and stepping onto the terrace, chanting then letting it fall away—attainment happens in letting go, yet only after sustained, intelligent effort.
It’s like trying to remember a name—you try first, then relax, and it pops up; the breakthrough is sudden, but the trying made it possible.
Why this matters practically
- Helps you balance disciplined practice with timely surrender, avoiding burnout or laziness.
- Shows when to stop forcing and relax, reducing inner tension so clarity can emerge.
- Affirms that 'sudden' insights rest on prior ripening, motivating steady, intelligent effort.
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