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Should we take off our glasses during meditation?

Synthesized from Source practice

"In meditation, let go of distractions and choose what serves your total involvement; whether it’s taking off your glasses or keeping them on, the essence lies in your freedom to be fully present."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, what matters in meditation is totality, safety, and freedom from distraction—not rules about accessories. Because the process may include swaying, dancing, or even falling, arrange space and drop anything that could hinder or hurt you. If glasses feel risky or distracting, take them off; if they support comfortable awareness (e.g., when looking toward the master), keep them on. Choose what best serves total involvement.
If your glasses might get in the way or make movement unsafe, take them off; otherwise, keep them if they help you stay present.
Why this matters practically
- Prevents accidents during active phases of meditation
- Reduces distraction so you can give total energy
- Keeps focus on awareness and involvement, not on minor rules
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