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What was your experience before enlightenment?

Synthesized from Source outcome

"Before enlightenment, I was just as ordinary and unconscious as anyone else; enlightenment is not an extension of that dullness, but a radical awakening to aware simplicity."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, before enlightenment he was simply “stupid”—as unconscious and ordinary as anyone else. There were no special states or exalted experiences; only the dullness of mind and ego. Enlightenment is not a continuation of that; it's a discontinuous shift from unconsciousness to aware simplicity.
Before enlightenment, I was just like everyone—confused and silly—until awareness switched on.
Why this matters practically
- Drops the myth that you need exotic experiences before awakening.
- Cultivates humility and patience with our current ignorance.
- Focuses practice on present-moment awareness instead of chasing states.
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