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Is there a place for restraint, rules, and celibacy in life?

Restraint and rules are crutches for a blind mind; true freedom arises from transformed consciousness, where spontaneous order replaces artificial controls.

— Osho
Synthesized from Source definition
Rules are like a walking stick for someone who can’t see—when your inner eyes open with awareness, you don’t need the stick anymore.
Why this matters practically
- Prioritize meditation and awareness over self-control techniques.
- Stop repressing emotions; observe them so they dissolve instead of spilling onto others.
- Trust that clarity brings natural discipline (including sexuality) without rigid rules.
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