Identification Quote by Osho
““You get identified with anything. People get identified with persons and then they create misery for themselves. They get identified with things, then they get miserable if that thing is missing. Identification is the root cause of your misery. And every identification is identification with the mind.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Talks on Identification, Osho, 1975
The quote explains that attaching one's sense of self to external objects, people, or ideas leads to suffering when those attachments are lost; true peace comes from recognizing the mind as the source of identification.
In simple terms: Clinging to anything causes pain; the mind creates this attachment.
Key Takeaway
Detach from external labels to reduce suffering.
Themes
identity
attachment
misery
mind
self
Mood
reflective
serene
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
psychological
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- material loss
- career changes
- spiritual practice
- mental health
Key Concepts
Buddhism
psychology
ego
attachment theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What attachments cause you the most distress?
- How can you nurture a sense of self beyond external labels?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook the role of healthy connections and social identity in well‑being.
