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What happens when I experience deep devotion?

Synthesized from Source outcome

"Deep devotion is not a desire but a childlike surrender, where worries dissolve and existence unveils its treasures, transforming the dark path into a luminous journey."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, deep devotion is not greedy desire but childlike innocence and surrender: like holding the master’s hand, you feel utterly secure, worries fall away, and existence reveals its treasures. The dark path turns luminous and ecstatic. Over time, the trust matures—what seemed his support becomes your own awakened strength quietly holding on.
It’s like holding a loving parent’s hand—you stop worrying, everything looks magical, and slowly you discover the safety and strength are growing inside you.
Why this matters practically
- Builds trust that calms anxiety and overthinking.
- Opens you to wonder, beauty, and joy in ordinary moments.
- Gives courage and guidance through lonely or dark phases.
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