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What happens to our energy when we keep bad company?

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"Bad company cannot take away your growth, but it can hinder your ascent, leaving you stagnant in your evolution."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, in spiritual life you cannot fall backward; each inch of growth is irreversible. 'Bad company' cannot pull your energy down, but it can obstruct its upward flow—detaining you at your present level, distracting you, and creating stagnation. Thus, the worst outcome is getting stuck or delayed in your evolution, not losing what you've already attained.
Bad company can’t undo your growth; it just slows you and keeps you stuck.
Why this matters practically
- Choose company that uplifts you to maintain momentum.
- If you drift into negative circles, don’t panic—your gains remain; simply realign and continue.
- Watch for signs of stagnation and adjust your environment to move forward.
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