Ask Osho!

What are the causes of suffering?

Synthesized from Source definition

"Suffering is born from our attachments and expectations; when we learn to witness without craving or aversion, we transcend the cycle of pleasure and pain."

We suffer because we cling to things and expect them to make us happy; if we let go and just watch, the pain fades.
Why this matters practically
- Helps reduce reactivity to praise, blame, success, or failure.
- Builds inner stability by loosening attachment to thoughts and outcomes.
- Guides daily practice: pause, witness the mind, release expectation.
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