First step Quote by Osho
““When I say maturity, I mean an inner integrity. And this inner integrity comes only when you stop making others responsible, when you stop saying that the other is creating your suffering, when you start realizing that you are the creator of your suffering. This is the first step towards maturity: I am responsible. Whatsoever is happening, it is my doing. You feel sad. Is this your doing? You will feel very much disturbed, but if you can remain with this feeling, sooner or later you will be able to stop doing many things. This is what the theory of karma is all about. You are responsible. Don’t say society is responsible, don’t say that parents are responsible, don’t say the economic conditions are responsible, don’t throw the responsibility onto anybody. YOU are responsible.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Discourses on Karma, Osho, 1970s
Maturity means owning your inner integrity by accepting full responsibility for your feelings and actions, rather than blaming external forces.
In simple terms: Take ownership of your emotions and actions.
Key Takeaway
Stop blaming others; own your experience.
Themes
responsibility
inner integrity
personal growth
karma
self-awareness
Mood
reflective
empowering
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- therapy
- leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
self-responsibility
mindfulness
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does blaming external factors limit your growth?
- What steps can you take to own your feelings?
A Different Perspective
Blaming others can sometimes protect self-esteem, making responsibility hard to accept.
