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Why do people constantly pour scorn on others?

Synthesized from Source outcome

"People scorn others not out of truth, but from the fear of losing their comforting illusions; when faced with transformation, they attack the messenger to protect their fragile identities."

Core Insight:
According to Osho, people pour scorn because they function unconsciously like machines, clinging to comforting beliefs and fearing transformation. Whenever truth or a transformative presence exposes their lies, they react defensively, attacking the messenger to protect their identities, crowds, and social structures. For the realized, insults lose sting; truth ultimately prevails despite persecution.
People mock what threatens their comfortable illusions; if you truly know yourself, their insults can’t hurt you.
Why this matters practically
- Helps you stop taking insults personally and remain centered.
- Lets you see scorn as others’ self-defense, reducing reactivity and blame.
- Encourages perseverance in truthful living even amid opposition.
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