Ask Osho!

Was Osho always self-sufficient as a child, free from the desire for affection?

Synthesized from Source definition

"True self-sufficiency arises from an inner completeness, rendering external affection unnecessary; each soul dances to its own rhythm, untouched by the desires of others."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, yes: from earliest memory he felt no need for cuddling or external warmth. Lacking fear and feeling inwardly complete, he refused sleeping close to parents or his doting grandfather, disliking hugs and bodily smells. He admits he may have missed something, yet notes such temperamental preferences are inborn and persist—even through enlightenment—so affectional need varies by individual.
Yes—he felt safe and warm inside as a child, so he didn’t want hugs, even if he wonders if he missed something nice.
Why this matters practically
- Respect different attachment needs; don’t force affection on children or adults.
- Cultivate inner safety and warmth rather than depending solely on others.
- Some traits are innate and lasting; work with your nature instead of fighting it.
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