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Accepting Myself the Way I Am: Learning to Go Your Own Way
We have lost touch with who we are and how we want to live. It started at birth. From birth we are molded according to the beliefs and ideals of others, and our own potential is ignored. It needs immense courage to go your own way, leaving the crowd behind. The moment you do it you are taking responsibility for your life in your own hands. Osho reminds us that it is a step worth taking.
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Osho
3,772 books6,581 followersRajneesh (born Chandra Mohan Jain, 11 December 1931 – 19 January 1990) and latter rebranded as Osho was leader of the Rajneesh movement. During his lifetime he was viewed as a controversial new religious movement leader and mystic.
In the 1960s he traveled throughout India as a public speaker and was a vocal critic of socialism, Mahatma Gandhi, and Hindu religious orthodoxy.
Rajneesh emphasized the importance of meditation, mindfulness, love, celebration, courage, creativity and humor—qualities that he viewed as being suppressed by adherence to static belief systems, religious tradition and socialization.
In advocating a more open attitude to human sexuality he caused controversy in India during the late 1960s and became known as "the sex guru".
In 1970, Rajneesh spent time in Mumbai initiating followers known as "neo-sannyasins". During this period he expanded his spiritual teachings and commented extensively in discourses on the writings of religious traditions, mystics, and philosophers from around the world. In 1974 Rajneesh relocated to Pune, where an ashram was established and a variety of therapies, incorporating methods first developed by the Human Potential Movement, were offered to a growing Western following. By the late 1970s, the tension between the ruling Janata Party government of Morarji Desai and the movement led to a curbing of the ashram's development and a back taxes claim estimated at $5 million.
In 1981, the Rajneesh movement's efforts refocused on activities in the United States and Rajneesh relocated to a facility known as Rajneeshpuram in Wasco County, Oregon. Almost immediately the movement ran into conflict with county residents and the state government, and a succession of legal battles concerning the ashram's construction and continued development curtailed its success.
In 1985, in the wake of a series of serious crimes by his followers, including a mass food poisoning attack with Salmonella bacteria and an aborted assassination plot to murder U.S. Attorney Charles H. Turner, Rajneesh alleged that his personal secretary Ma Anand Sheela and her close supporters had been responsible. He was later deported from the United States in accordance with an Alford plea bargain.[
After his deportation, 21 countries denied him entry. He ultimately returned to India and a revived Pune ashram, where he died in 1990. Rajneesh's ashram, now known as OSHO International Meditation Resort and all associated intellectual property, is managed by the Zurich registered Osho International Foundation (formerly Rajneesh International Foundation). Rajneesh's teachings have had a notable impact on Western New Age thought, and their popularity has increased markedly since his death.
In the 1960s he traveled throughout India as a public speaker and was a vocal critic of socialism, Mahatma Gandhi, and Hindu religious orthodoxy.
Rajneesh emphasized the importance of meditation, mindfulness, love, celebration, courage, creativity and humor—qualities that he viewed as being suppressed by adherence to static belief systems, religious tradition and socialization.
In advocating a more open attitude to human sexuality he caused controversy in India during the late 1960s and became known as "the sex guru".
In 1970, Rajneesh spent time in Mumbai initiating followers known as "neo-sannyasins". During this period he expanded his spiritual teachings and commented extensively in discourses on the writings of religious traditions, mystics, and philosophers from around the world. In 1974 Rajneesh relocated to Pune, where an ashram was established and a variety of therapies, incorporating methods first developed by the Human Potential Movement, were offered to a growing Western following. By the late 1970s, the tension between the ruling Janata Party government of Morarji Desai and the movement led to a curbing of the ashram's development and a back taxes claim estimated at $5 million.
In 1981, the Rajneesh movement's efforts refocused on activities in the United States and Rajneesh relocated to a facility known as Rajneeshpuram in Wasco County, Oregon. Almost immediately the movement ran into conflict with county residents and the state government, and a succession of legal battles concerning the ashram's construction and continued development curtailed its success.
In 1985, in the wake of a series of serious crimes by his followers, including a mass food poisoning attack with Salmonella bacteria and an aborted assassination plot to murder U.S. Attorney Charles H. Turner, Rajneesh alleged that his personal secretary Ma Anand Sheela and her close supporters had been responsible. He was later deported from the United States in accordance with an Alford plea bargain.[
After his deportation, 21 countries denied him entry. He ultimately returned to India and a revived Pune ashram, where he died in 1990. Rajneesh's ashram, now known as OSHO International Meditation Resort and all associated intellectual property, is managed by the Zurich registered Osho International Foundation (formerly Rajneesh International Foundation). Rajneesh's teachings have had a notable impact on Western New Age thought, and their popularity has increased markedly since his death.
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May 5, 2024
**Title: A Liberating Journey: "Accepting Myself the Way I Am" by Osho**
**Rating: ★★★★★**
"Accepting Myself the Way I Am" by Osho is a profound exploration of self-acceptance that challenges and soothes in equal measure. This book, through Osho's uniquely engaging and provocative style, encourages readers to confront their preconceptions about self-worth and individuality.
Osho masterfully dismantles societal and personal expectations that may lead to self-criticism and dissatisfaction. He uses a combination of modern psychology, timeless wisdom, and his own philosophical insights to guide readers towards a more compassionate and accepting view of themselves.
The strength of this book lies in its ability to blend deep philosophical concepts with practical exercises. Osho provides meditative techniques and thought experiments that are designed to foster a deep, enduring sense of peace and fulfillment by helping readers connect with their true selves.
Each chapter offers a gentle nudge towards the realization that true happiness comes from within, not from conforming to the images imposed by external forces. The language is clear, direct, and filled with moments of enlightening clarity that Osho is renowned for.
"Accepting Myself the Way I Am" is not just a book; it's a spiritual journey that liberates from self-imposed boundaries. It is ideal for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of themselves and their place in the world. Osho's teachings provide the courage to embrace one’s imperfections and find joy in simply being.
In essence, this book empowers you to step into a more accepting and loving relationship with yourself, enriched with spiritual insights that are both challenging and healing. Osho has not only written a guide to self-acceptance; he has offered a companion to all who journey towards internal peace and self-liberation. Thank you, Osho, for this invaluable guide to embracing ourselves as we are.
**Rating: ★★★★★**
"Accepting Myself the Way I Am" by Osho is a profound exploration of self-acceptance that challenges and soothes in equal measure. This book, through Osho's uniquely engaging and provocative style, encourages readers to confront their preconceptions about self-worth and individuality.
Osho masterfully dismantles societal and personal expectations that may lead to self-criticism and dissatisfaction. He uses a combination of modern psychology, timeless wisdom, and his own philosophical insights to guide readers towards a more compassionate and accepting view of themselves.
The strength of this book lies in its ability to blend deep philosophical concepts with practical exercises. Osho provides meditative techniques and thought experiments that are designed to foster a deep, enduring sense of peace and fulfillment by helping readers connect with their true selves.
Each chapter offers a gentle nudge towards the realization that true happiness comes from within, not from conforming to the images imposed by external forces. The language is clear, direct, and filled with moments of enlightening clarity that Osho is renowned for.
"Accepting Myself the Way I Am" is not just a book; it's a spiritual journey that liberates from self-imposed boundaries. It is ideal for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of themselves and their place in the world. Osho's teachings provide the courage to embrace one’s imperfections and find joy in simply being.
In essence, this book empowers you to step into a more accepting and loving relationship with yourself, enriched with spiritual insights that are both challenging and healing. Osho has not only written a guide to self-acceptance; he has offered a companion to all who journey towards internal peace and self-liberation. Thank you, Osho, for this invaluable guide to embracing ourselves as we are.
April 30, 2019
An awakening that makes you want to read all his books.
Life trains you to be accepted by others, to conform, not to be different or free thinking because you may be looked down upon. A programmed way of thinking that keeps you under the thumb of society. OSHO opens the door for a new you.
Life trains you to be accepted by others, to conform, not to be different or free thinking because you may be looked down upon. A programmed way of thinking that keeps you under the thumb of society. OSHO opens the door for a new you.
July 6, 2018
Bad audio from the audible.com version aside, I simply didn't take anything meaningful away from this as I have with other authors like Thich Naht Hahn or the Dalai Lama.
September 21, 2020
It’s a short and brief message from Osho. The typical relevant message as in any other book from Osho; but the book is very short...
July 8, 2021
Strong and bold statements, but very much to the point.
October 2, 2022
“A fi spiritual înseamnă, pentru mine, pur și simplu a te găsi pe tine însuți.”
August 22, 2024
“You don’t accept yourself because no one have ever accepted you. The day you accept yourself you fear everyone else would condemn you.”
January 24, 2021
A rose flower is a rose flower, there is no question of its being something else. And the lotus is a lotus. Neither does the rose ever try to become a lotus, nor does the lotus ever try to become a rose. Hence they are not neurotics. They don´t need the psychiatrist, they don't need any psychoanalysis. The rose is healthy because the rose simply lives its reality. And so it is with the whole existence except man. Only man has ideals and shoulds. ‘You should be this and that’ – then you are divided against your own is. Should and is are enemies.
July 1, 2016
Be yourself
It is an answer given by osho , how and why to be remain original. This society tries to shape you in every possible way as the society is but be remain original. As osho says we don't want anymore Buddha's, Jesus or anybody past persona to repeat, the nature is capable of producing more originals something new each individual. Just come back to yourself.
Short book can finish in 25min.
It is an answer given by osho , how and why to be remain original. This society tries to shape you in every possible way as the society is but be remain original. As osho says we don't want anymore Buddha's, Jesus or anybody past persona to repeat, the nature is capable of producing more originals something new each individual. Just come back to yourself.
Short book can finish in 25min.
July 19, 2016
Short, entertaining and inspirational!
Always love the Osho books, my go to for all reading desires! This book is short, but yet entertaining and full of life. I've highlighted and bookmarked quite a bit in this book!
Always love the Osho books, my go to for all reading desires! This book is short, but yet entertaining and full of life. I've highlighted and bookmarked quite a bit in this book!
September 14, 2016
It has been said, accepting yourself is the way of happiness :)
December 15, 2020
I am im search of self and i want to read on it.
I like all books of osho
I know i am right on choosing this rating
I am in search of myself
I like all books of osho
I know i am right on choosing this rating
I am in search of myself
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