Was Buddha's desire for realization a desire?
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"Enlightenment is not a goal to be achieved; it is the natural state that unfolds when all desire and striving dissolve into the silence of being."
According to Osho, Buddha’s wish for enlightenment was indeed a desire—and it trapped him in a vicious circle for six years. Realization arrived only when all desiring and the ‘achieving mind’ dropped; then the self withered and awakening happened effortlessly. Enlightenment is not accomplished by effort or search; it happens when craving ceases and one steps outside the mind’s doer, beyond striving.
Yes—Buddha was stuck by wanting awakening, and he woke up only when he stopped wanting anything at all.
Why this matters practically
- Prevents turning spirituality into another ego-driven goal.
- Reduces frustration by easing compulsive striving and perfectionism.
- Opens space for effortless insight and calm presence in daily life.
- Reduces frustration by easing compulsive striving and perfectionism.
- Opens space for effortless insight and calm presence in daily life.
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