Courage: The Joy of Living Dangerously
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Courage is not the absence of fear, says Osho. It is, rather, the total presence of fear, with the courage to face it. This book provides a bird's-eye view of the whole terrain-where fears originate, how to understand them, and how to find the courage to face them. In the process, Osho proposes that whenever we are faced with uncertainty and change in our lives, it is actually a cause for celebration. Instead of trying to hang on to the familiar and the known, we can learn to enjoy these situations as opportunities for adventure and for deepening our understanding of ourselves and the world around us. The book begins with an in-depth exploration of the meaning of courage and how it is expressed in the everyday life of the individual. Unlike books that focus on heroic acts of courage in exceptional circumstances, the focus here is on developing the inner courage that enables us to lead authentic and fulfilling lives on a day-to-day basis. This is the courage to change when change is needed, the courage to stand up for our own truth, even against the opinions of others, and the courage to embrace the unknown in spite of our fears-in our relationships, in our careers, or in the ongoing journey of understanding who we are and why we are here. Courage also features a number of meditation techniques specifically designed by Osho to help people deal with their fears. Review: My favorite Osho book so far - Osho was prolific - and I'm only starting to delve into his huge canon of work. The Joy of Living Dangerously may be one of the best books written on individuality. What makes Osho compelling is his ability to create a picture for the reader - strong examples, compelling arguments and reasoning (for lack of better terms since Osho isn't "arguing" his point) which will enlighten and illuminate any reader. The book is ideal for anyone who feels stuck in life; a relationship; etc - sure, many wise authors will offer views that may overlap with what you read here. But the real reason to get this is for Osho's effortless ease of writing - his simplicity and straightforward style is hard to better and makes this enjoyable if thought provoking to read. I had some "a-ha" moments and I'm sure you will too. Review: Very enjoyable easily readable book. - Osho always has awesome ideas and insights into the nature of mind and reality, and this book is no exception. I must admit it starts a little slow, and with my short attention span I found it slightly boring in the beginning chapters. As the book got going however it felt like one profound insight after another. His simple method of writing is pleasant and makes it easily understandable, I didn't find myself re reading pages very often like you often have to in spiritual and psychology books. Anyone looking for a good book on insight into the mental "mechanics" behind our fears, or anyone that loves psychology you will find this interesting. For those out there looking for a self help or book with "methods" this is not for you though. There is no methods of enlightenment or practice in here. Cheers!
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| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,204 Reviews |
G**T
My favorite Osho book so far
Osho was prolific - and I'm only starting to delve into his huge canon of work. The Joy of Living Dangerously may be one of the best books written on individuality. What makes Osho compelling is his ability to create a picture for the reader - strong examples, compelling arguments and reasoning (for lack of better terms since Osho isn't "arguing" his point) which will enlighten and illuminate any reader. The book is ideal for anyone who feels stuck in life; a relationship; etc - sure, many wise authors will offer views that may overlap with what you read here. But the real reason to get this is for Osho's effortless ease of writing - his simplicity and straightforward style is hard to better and makes this enjoyable if thought provoking to read. I had some "a-ha" moments and I'm sure you will too.
B**Z
Very enjoyable easily readable book.
Osho always has awesome ideas and insights into the nature of mind and reality, and this book is no exception. I must admit it starts a little slow, and with my short attention span I found it slightly boring in the beginning chapters. As the book got going however it felt like one profound insight after another. His simple method of writing is pleasant and makes it easily understandable, I didn't find myself re reading pages very often like you often have to in spiritual and psychology books. Anyone looking for a good book on insight into the mental "mechanics" behind our fears, or anyone that loves psychology you will find this interesting. For those out there looking for a self help or book with "methods" this is not for you though. There is no methods of enlightenment or practice in here. Cheers!
J**N
Following your heart is the first step to living a fulfilling life
This is probably one of my top 3 favorite books of all time along with Models and Psycho cybernetics. Osho has a way with words that is able to impact the audience like no other. We've all listened to motivational speeches addressing fear, but Osho talks about the aspects that others haven't even touched before. A great lesson that I've learned is that living freely and courageously means following your heart. At times it could lead to you to grand adventures, but at the same time, it could also lead down to scary roads too. These days many people are living by their mind too much. The mind is a great instrument, but it's always calculating and analyzing, which causes people to suffer from analysis paralysis. The best way to live a happy and fullfilling life is to follow your heart and take a leap of faith!
A**O
Highly recommend
This book changed me
A**N
Inspiringly insightful -- a delight.
This book deserves more than five stars. You can open any page in this marvellous book, and you will find something insightful, something joyously quotable. Osho, I am deeply grateful to you. Starting with what is courage which is going into the unknown in spite of all the fears, Osho exhorts you to revel in insecurity. I just opened the book and I got the "Foreword" page, and on the top Osho says: "Don't call it uncertainty -- call it wonder. Don't call it insecurity -- call it freedom" In the chapter on "The Courage of Love" Osho asserts rightly that there is no higher religion than love. I agree with this totally. Unless you drop all the "isms", you are not capable of pure love. "Love is a rare flowering and it can happen only when there is no fear, never before". I can go on and on, but it is better you find it for yourself through reading this fine book. It will transform you. Love and best wishes.
C**K
I'd give Osho 5 galaxies!
When one would figure that every facet of courage has been covered, Osho has surprises in store. I am just speechless over his descriptive language and ability to get spiritual concepts across. This book has greatly enhanced my understanding of the great unknown which we often pretend is not out there. Osho invites us not to follow him but to take these leaps on our own. We are reminded of our divine right to question everything as opposed to having someone else take guide or take care of us. This book is permeated with lighthearted humor in each chapter that it just adds to the intoxicating pleasure I derive from it. I have kept this book within reach daily as I enjoy it wholeheartedly. I give this book 5 galaxies! Charles Wildbank
V**K
Second time reader
I read this book in my early 20's and it was very enlightening and life changing. And I really appreciate that experience. This was a liberating experience (the book was not in english thought...maybe thats why it feels so different) Now im in my 30's facing spiritual crisis. I got this book and .... no... it is not mind blowing and enlightening anymore. The great thing that Osho fails to explain that feeling of present moment. He is good at calling you to rebel....and be different. For those who have already passed the point of "icebreaking" this book is quite useless. One can see a lit of controversies (again maybe translation fault). In the beginning Osho advises to be like "a grass" vs "rigid tree"...and on the very next chapter he calls one to rebel and go against. Then he is sayong that everything is in God's hands and the very next page he says that You are the only one who is responsible for everything. Can be quite confusing. Book is effeminately thought provoking, bit to follow blindly each advise in quite insane. Osho is difenately not an ordinary man but sometime we outgrow some books, just lime we have outgrew childhood fairy-tales
M**N
"Only the gamblers know what life is."
Osho in one word: Powerful. After only getting ankle deep in 'Courage', the insights and loving wisdom of Osho is as clear as desert night skies. If you are looking for ways to adjust your current daily behaviors or thought patterns in order to live a much more bountiful, rewarding and courageous life, this book is a wonderful step down that path. "[...]Courage is risking the known for the unknown, the familiar for the unfamiliar, the comfortable for the uncomfortable, arduous pilgrimage to some unknown destination. One never knows whether one will make it or not. It is gambling, but only the gamblers know what life is."
T**R
One of my favourite OSHO books of all time
OSHO international over the years has complied many of OSHO falls and lectures and transferred them Into books of various themes. In this one OSHO digs deep into the meaning of courage and how to live your life fully. Included are meditations to help you deepen your connection to your inner self and overcome fear. This book is for everyone !!
G**E
Highly recommended both seller and the book! .
I have received the new book in English from this seller. The delivery period is also reasonable. Courage is another book that reveals the genius and natural insights from the rebellious & Zen Guru,Osho. In this book, Osho gave you the insights to face the fear with courage. He guides us to view life as it is not as we are programmed to believe according to our varied cultures. If you have done meditation before, you will know he also spoke from his direct meditation experience. All he spoke revolving around the mind is not the body and our body is not us. He gave insights that the mind is the root of our mental problems including fear. Contrary to our belief, there is no peace in mind. The nature of mind is always wandering and the mind mistakes that our body is belonged to us. The mind mistakes us to take and carry the pain and sorrow we receive from our sensory via the 5 senses of the body that is actually not belonged to us. The book gives me wisdom and reminds me to live consciously (by not taking the pain and sorrow mistaken from the mind), live in the path of unconditional love and face the unknown in life with courage instead of fear. Hope you enjoy the book and gain some wisdom too.
F**O
Come mi aspettavo
Arrivo veloce
S**A
A very interesting and insightful
A great insight on the topics like courage, fear and love. It really uplifts you on the level of understanding. It really shatters all your previous wrong notions.
H**I
Osho's pearl of wisdom
A book full of wisdom and insight. Like another reviewer here, I had started reading the book initially and never finished it but recently I started re-reading it and this time the words really spoke to me - as is the case with many other spiritual and self-help books, one has to be in the right stage and frame of mind to fully appreciate and immerse the words and message in this book. Clear, deep and strong - I recommend this book, which can be read over and over again during one's journey in life.
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