Freedom: The Courage to Be Yourself [Paperback]

Learn how to set yourself free with the philosophies of one of the twentieth centurys greatest spiritual teachers inFreedom: The Courage to Be Yourself.

InFreedom, Osho outlines three stages of freedom. The first is freedom from, which is a freedom that comes from breaking out of what he calls the psychological slavery imposed by outside forces such as parents, society, or religion. The next stage is freedom for, a positive freedom that comes from embracing and creating somethinga fulfilling relationship, for example, or an artistic or humanitarian vision. And lastly there is just freedom, the highest and ultimate freedom. This last freedom is more than being for or against something; it is the freedom of simply being oneself and responding truthfully to each moment.

This book helps readers to identify the obstacles to their freedom, both circumstantial and self-imposed, to choose their battles wisely, and to find the courage to be true to themselves.

Osho challenges readers to examine and break free of the conditioned belief systems and prejudices that limit their capacity to enjoy life in all its richness. He has been described by theSunday Timesof London as one of the 1000 Makers of the 20th Century and bySunday Mid-Day(India) as one of the ten peoplealong with Gandhi, Nehru, and Buddhawho have changed the destiny of India. Since his death in 1990, the influence of his teachings continues to expand, reaching seekers of all ages in virtually every country of the world.

Oshois one of the most provocative and inspiring spiritual teachers of the twentieth century. Known for his revolutionary contribution to the science of inner transformation, the influence of his teachings continues to grow, reaching seekers of all ages in virtually every country of the world. He is the author of many books, includingLove, Freedom, Aloneness;The Book of Secrets; andInnocence, Kló,