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What are the reasons for continuously thinking of committing suicide?

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"Suicidal thoughts are not born from weakness, but from the intelligence that recognizes the monotony of existence and seeks a deeper purpose in life."

According to Osho, persistent thoughts of suicide arise not from stupidity but from intelligence that sees life’s monotonous rut and questions its purpose. Modernity intensifies this: the loss of collective scripts, rise of individuality, and the burden of self-authorship create identity crisis and uncertainty. Humans alone reflect this deeply; when meaning isn’t given, the mind considers ending the game.
You keep thinking of suicide when you’re smart enough to see life feels like a boring loop, and without ready-made roles you must invent your own meaning, which feels heavy and confusing.
Why this matters practically
- Recognize the feeling as a signal to search for meaning, not as personal failure.
- Use your freedom to create purpose: explore, create, love, meditate, serve.
- Consciously choose communities and values that support your individuality and give direction.
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