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What is the nature of the self before desire and knowing?

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Before desire and knowing, the self is a silent presence, a wave in the ocean of existence, dissolving the illusion of the separate 'I' into pure awareness.

— Osho
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Core Insight:
According to Osho, before desire and knowing arise, the self is not a separate ego but a silent, egoless presence, one with the whole—like a wave in the ocean. The 'I' is a dream created by craving and concepts; in contact with reality it dissolves, revealing pure awareness that belongs to the totality, unsupported by any personal center.
Before wanting and thinking start, you are just quiet awareness, not a separate somebody.
Why this matters practically
- Helps drop defensive ego habits and meet reality directly.
- Reduces anxiety by seeing yourself as part of the whole.
- Opens space for clarity and compassion in daily actions.
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