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How can I take sannyas despite my feelings of jealousy, ego, and anger?

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"Dare to go alone into the unknown, for true transformation begins when you let go of the familiar miseries that bind you. Sannyas is a voluntary death to your illusions; unfurl your sails and embrace the leap into freedom."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, take sannyas by daring to go alone into the unknown now, without first curing jealousy, ego, or anger. These are part of the familiar miseries—thorns and noise—you cling to for false security. You truly have nothing real to lose; all such bonds are maya. Sannyas is a voluntary death to consolations: unfurl your sails, leave the crowded shore, and transformation follows the leap.
Jump into sannyas even with your flaws, because the jump itself helps drop them and shows you they were only old, comfortable pains.
Why this matters practically
- Helps you stop clinging to familiar pains and identities.
- Builds courage to act despite fear and uncertainty.
- Opens space for real transformation instead of waiting for perfection.
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