Is there something wrong with feeling proud of my identity?
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"Pride in identity is the ego's way of seeking validation, separating you from the oneness of existence; true aliveness arises in embracing your ordinariness and equality with all."
According to Osho, there’s nothing wrong with being who you are—Polack, Indian, English, anything—but pride in identity is the ego seeking props. Pride separates you, imagines specialness, and hides an inferiority complex. A sannyasin renounces ego, not the world: remain utterly ordinary, equal with people, trees, rocks, and stars. In this natural ordinariness, true equality and an extraordinary aliveness explode.
It’s fine to belong, but don’t puff up about it—just be natural and equal with everything and everyone.
Why this matters practically
- Reduces conflict and comparison by dropping ego props.
- Cultivates inner peace and equanimity in daily interactions.
- Frees energy to live simply and authentically, without pretense.
- Cultivates inner peace and equanimity in daily interactions.
- Frees energy to live simply and authentically, without pretense.
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