Love is not about controlling others, but about allowing them to be themselves from "summary" of The Power of Love by Osho
Love is not a prison; it is freedom. It is not meant to confine others within the boundaries of our desires and expectations, but to give them the space to blossom into their true selves. When we try to control those we love, we are not truly loving them. We are merely trying to shape them into our image of what we think they should be. True love is about acceptance, not manipulation. It is about celebrating the uniqueness of each individual, rather than trying to mold them into a carbon copy of ourselves. When we allow others to be themselves, we are honoring their autonomy and their right to live authentically. Love is not possessive; it is liberating. It does not seek to dominate or dictate, but to support and encourage. When we love someone, we should want what is best for them, even if it means letting them go their own way. This is the true test of l...
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