Is restraint necessary for society until discernment arises?
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"Restraint is a necessary crutch for society until inner discernment blossoms; but remember, it should be minimal and intelligent, for too much can stifle growth and lead to repression."
According to Osho, until inner discernment (awareness) flowers, some outer restraint is needed for social order—like crutches before one can walk. But restraint should be minimal, intelligent, and used only as a bridge; otherwise it becomes repression and cripples growth. When awareness arises, action becomes naturally harmonious, and imposed morality can be dropped.
Why this matters practically
- Set healthy, minimal boundaries now, while you cultivate awareness.
- Practice meditation and self-observation so restraint becomes effortless.
- Replace repression with intelligent limits that protect others and support growth.
- Practice meditation and self-observation so restraint becomes effortless.
- Replace repression with intelligent limits that protect others and support growth.
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