What is the role of psychologists in relation to spiritual authority?
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"Psychologists should not become the new priests; they are meant to be skilled friends who help us navigate the mind without assuming authority."
According to Osho, modern psychologists often become the ‘new priests,’ because people project a need for authority. Their true role is not spiritual authority but skilled, nonauthoritative helpers—mechanics of the mind—who assist with problems without becoming father figures. Both therapists and clients must consciously refuse authority projections, relating instead as friends. In his communes, therapy never replaces priesthood or spiritual guidance.
Psychologists should help fix mind-problems like a good mechanic, not act like a bossy priest or guru.
Why this matters practically
- Prevents dependency and exploitation in therapeutic relationships.
- Encourages mutual awareness, equality, and friendship in healing.
- Keeps clear boundaries: use expertise without surrendering inner authority.
- Encourages mutual awareness, equality, and friendship in healing.
- Keeps clear boundaries: use expertise without surrendering inner authority.
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