In the East, all the religions preach egolessness. So in the East, everybody is against the ego from the very beginning.
RajneeshNo vegetarian has been able to achieve a single Nobel prize. It is a clear-cut condemnation of vegetarianism. Why do all the Nobel prizes go to non-vegetarians? - because vegetarian food does not contain those proteins which create intelligence. And unless we provide those proteins, intelligence cannot grow. The body is a very delicate phenomenon and it needs a very well balanced diet.
RajneeshNever ask, "Who is my real friend?" Ask, "Am I a real friend to somebody?" That is the right question. Always be concerned with yourself.
RajneeshIf this is understood then things become very clear. Misery makes you special. Happiness is a universal phenomenon, there is nothing special about it.
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