Bondage Quote by Rajneesh
“The ordinary marriage is an unconscious bondage: you cannot live alone so you become dependent on the other; the other cannot live alone so he or she becomes dependent on you. And we hate the person on which we are dependent; nobody likes to depend on anybody. Our deepest desire is to have freedom, total freedom - and dependence is against freedom.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Book of Secrets by Rajneesh, 1974
Human relationships often create mutual dependence, which conflicts with our innate craving for absolute freedom.
In simple terms: We become dependent on each other, which feels like a loss of freedom.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and balance interdependence with personal autonomy.
Themes
freedom
dependence
relationships
psychology
Mood
conflicted
reflective
Type
philosophical
psychological
relationship.
When to use this quote
- marriage
- friendship
- work teams
- family dynamics
- personal growth
Key Concepts
mutual dependency
autonomy
existential desire
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you maintain autonomy while nurturing close bonds?
- What dependencies enrich rather than restrict you?
A Different Perspective
Total freedom may be unrealistic; some dependence can be supportive.
