“Friendship is the purest love. It is the highest form of Love where nothing is asked for, no condition, where one enjoys simply the joy of the other.”
What this quote means
Osho distinguishes friendship from romantic or possessive love. Friendship is a selfless love, without expectations or conditions, where one simply rejoices in the other's happiness. It is a pure form of love, freed from the desires and demands that often poison relationships. This elevated vision of friendship invites us to cultivate a generosity of heart, to love without seeking to possess, to be present without imposing. It is a spiritual ideal that can transform our relationships and our relationship with the world.
How to apply it daily
Practice selfless friendship: do something kind for a friend without expecting anything in return, simply to bring them joy.
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