“Realization of the Self is the greatest help that can be rendered to humanity.” — Ramana Maharshi
These are troubling times. Every day seems to bring new causes for concern. The social structures that once grounded families, communities, and nations are now fragmented. The environment that nurtures and sustains us is under strain. Fear and anxiety dominate the global emotional landscape, leaving many searching for a way to end this suffering.
It is important that we understand that, “Fears arise on behalf of the separate self that resists and seeks. The cure is to recognize your true nature so that your identity is grounded in what is real, stable, and dependable.” — Rupert Spira
In the face of these challenges, it feels like now is the perfect time for many of us to embark on the profoundly personal journey of Self-discovery—a journey that ultimately reveals the non-dual reality of our true Self. This non-dual realization dismantles the illusion of separateness. As this realization unfolds, we see that life’s fears and ensuing struggles are not caused by the events but rather in the way we perceive the events.
Through the simple yet profound act of non-judgmental self-inquiry, the profound journey of Self -realization becomes accessible to all.
Self-inquiry begins with the humble act of questioning why we think and act the way we do. It often reveals that many of our thoughts and actions arise from habituated patterns—patterns shaped by a near-sighted focus on material gain or fear of loss.
It has been said that those who lose themselves gain the world. Self-inquiry is the process that reveals the true Self and alleviates the cravings of the small self, opening the door to a profound understanding of our shared existence. In recognizing that we are not separate but deeply interconnected, we uncover the truth that this realization is indeed,” the greatest help that can be rendered to humanity.”