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What is men's liberation?

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"Men's liberation lies in the renunciation of control; only by dropping the urge to dominate can one truly experience freedom and love."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, men's liberation means dropping the urge to dominate, because whoever makes another a slave becomes a slave himself. Freedom is intrinsic; master-slave, guru-disciple, and rigid ascetic roles breed hatred and dependence. Liberation for men is to renounce control, refuse oppressive disciplines, and relate in freedom and love; only then does true moksha, inner and irreversible freedom, become possible.
If you try to boss others, you get trapped too; real freedom comes when you stop controlling and choose kind, free relationships.
Why this matters practically
- Helps you stop controlling partners, children, or teams, reducing conflict and resentment.
- Encourages dropping rigid, punishing habits that secretly fuel anger and hypocrisy.
- Builds relationships based on respect and love, which support lasting inner peace.
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