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How can I fall into a deep acceptance of 'I don't know'?

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"I don't know" is the peak of wisdom; celebrate this innocence and drop the burden of borrowed knowledge to live freshly and joyfully."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, there is nothing to "fall into"—either you know or you do not, and not-knowing is even better. "I don't know" is the peak of wisdom: innocence. Do not accept it grimly; celebrate it. Drop the burden of borrowed knowledge, rejoice in openness, laugh, and live freshly. Rename not-knowing as innocence, and acceptance ceases to be a problem.
Stop trying to accept "I don't know"; enjoy it like a curious child, and life becomes lighter and happier.
Why this matters practically
- Reduces stress by dropping the need to have answers.
- Opens space for curiosity, creativity, and real learning.
- Brings more joy and presence through innocence and laughter.
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