Sadness gives depth. Happiness gives height. Sadness gives roots. Happiness gives branches. Happiness is like a tree going into the sky, and sadness is like the roots going down into the womb of the earth. Both are needed, and the higher a tree goes, the deeper it goes, simultaneously. The bigger the tree, the bigger will be its roots. In fact, it is always in proportion. That's its balance. Osho
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In Chinese culture, the root is the most important part of a plant. The roots are what create a tree and keep it rooted in one place. Without roots, the tree would be blown away by the wind and not be able to survive. Likewise, true happiness can only be found by knowing what you have in life and why you should appreciate it.

Happiness is an important part of life, but it doesn't last forever. It needs to be balanced with sadness, which is what makes other people happy and allows them to appreciate other things in life. The idea that happiness should be balanced with sorrow is a recurring theme in Chinese culture.

Source: Everyday Osho: 365 Daily Meditations For The Here And Now

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