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What happens to the mind when the body is worked on?

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"A calm body is the gateway to a still mind, and a still mind is the path to deeper awareness."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, working on and quieting the body does not itself complete the journey; it lays the groundwork for the real task: stilling the mind. A calm, relaxed body makes it easier to quiet thought, and once the mind is stilled, that becomes the platform for moving further inward into deeper awareness.
First calm your body, then your thoughts can settle so you can go deeper inside.
Why this matters practically
- Start by relaxing the body (posture, breath) to prepare for meditation.
- Remember the aim is a still mind, not just bodily comfort.
- A stilled mind opens deeper clarity, peace, and inner insight.
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