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What is the right time for parenthood according to enlightened beings?

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"The right time for parenthood is not in neurosis or after enlightenment, but in the balanced middle—when you can offer children unconditional love and a taste of awareness."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, the right time for parenthood is neither in neurosis nor after enlightenment, but in the balanced middle—when you are mentally healthy, meditative, and a little aware. In this “twilight” state you can offer children unconditional love and a taste of awareness, rather than passing on your neurotic patterns; enlightened ones need not have children.
Have kids when you’re calm and aware enough to love without dumping your issues on them—not when you’re a mess, and not after you’ve outgrown worldly roles.
Why this matters practically
- Prevents passing trauma and rigid conditioning to children.
- Encourages preparing with meditation and emotional health before conceiving.
- Fosters a parenting style of unconditional love without imposing beliefs.
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