The real problem is not the use of too much intelligence but the non-use of emotion. Emotion is
completely disregarded in our civilization, so the balance is lost and a lopsided personality develops.
If emotion is also used, then there is no imbalance.
A balance of emotion and intellect must be maintained in the proper ratio; otherwise the whole
personality gets diseased. It is just like using only one leg. You may keep on using it, but you get
nowhere; you simply tire yourself. The other leg must be used. Emotion and intellect are like two wings
: when we use only one wing the outcome will be frustration. Then the bliss that comes from using both
wings simultaneously, in balance and harmony, is never attained.
Don't be afraid of using the intellect too much. Only when intelligence is used do you touch the depths;
only there is your potential stimulated. Intellectual work does not mean that your intelligence is being
used. Intellectual work is merely superficial; no depth is touched, nothing is challenged.
That gives rise to boredom; it creates work that is without enjoyment. Enjoyment always comes when
your individuality is challenged and you have to prove yourself and respond to the challenge
.
When challenged, intelligence or emotion both create their own bliss.
Osho The Great Challenge
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