When the Wave of Consciousness Comes

 

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When the Wave of Consciousness Comes

In our daily lives, we often feel like tiny boats adrift on the vast ocean of existence, tossed by the waves of thoughts, emotions, and external circumstances. We identify so strongly with our individual selves – our names, our roles, our histories – that we forget the immense, tranquil ocean of consciousness that underlies everything. The spiritual journey, as beautifully illuminated by Himalayan Samarpan Dhyanyog, is about awakening to this deeper reality, about realising that we are not just the small wave, but the entire ocean. And there comes a moment, often subtle, sometimes profound, when the ‘wave of consciousness’ truly comes, changing our perception forever.

This ‘wave’ isn't a physical phenomenon; it's an internal shift, a profound realisation that transcends intellectual understanding. For many practitioners on the path of Samarpan Dhyanyog, this awakening might begin with a feeling of deep peace during meditation, a stillness that is more vibrant than any thought. It might manifest as a sudden sense of interconnectedness with all beings, a feeling of universal love that washes over the heart. Or it could be a moment of absolute clarity, where the incessant mental chatter quiets down, and one perceives reality as it is, without the distortions of the ego or past conditioning. It is a moment when the veil lifts, and the illusion of separateness begins to crumble.

Before this wave, our lives are largely lived in a state of unconscious reaction. We are driven by desires, fears, and the constant need for external validation. Our thoughts are fragmented, our emotions volatile, and our peace is dependent on fleeting circumstances. We are like children playing in a small puddle, unaware of the boundless ocean just beyond. The practice of Samarpan, of total surrender to the divine within, prepares us for the arrival of this wave. It gently cleanses the mind of its accumulated impurities, releases emotional blockages, and quiets the ego's demands. This preparatory work is crucial, creating the inner spaciousness necessary to receive and hold such a powerful experience.

When the wave of consciousness truly comes, it's not merely an intellectual concept; it's an experiential truth. It’s a moment of profound recognition: ‘Ah, this is who I truly am.’ In that instant, the individual self, with its worries and limitations, takes a backseat. One feels a sense of expansion, a merging with something far greater and more eternal than the personal identity. There's a deep knowing that transcends all logic, a feeling of being home. This experience often leaves one with an unshakable inner peace, a boundless joy, and a compassionate understanding of all life.

The aftermath of such an experience is transformative. While the intense feeling might fade, the memory and the knowing remain, acting as an anchor. Life might continue with its challenges, but the perspective changes. The sadhak, now touched by this wave, carries an inner serenity. They become less reactive, more patient, and their actions are guided by a deeper wisdom. The quest for external happiness diminishes, replaced by a profound contentment that springs from within. This is not the end of the journey, but a profound milestone, a direct confirmation that the path is true, and that our essence is indeed divine. It is a beautiful unfolding, reminding us that we are not just drops in the ocean, but the ocean in a drop.


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