The Journey to Realising the Self

 

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The Journey to Realising the Self

The journey to realising the Self is not a destination - it is a sacred unfolding. In the teachings of Himalayan Samarpan Dhyanyog, this journey begins not with effort, but with unconditional surrender at the Lotus Feet of the Satguru. It is not about becoming something new, but about remembering who we truly are.

Most of us live identified with our body, thoughts, emotions, and roles. We say, “I am a student,” “I am a parent,” “I am anxious,” or “I am successful.” But these are temporary labels. The Self - the soul - is beyond all these. It is pure awareness, untouched by change, and eternally connected to the Supreme Soul (Paramatma).

In Samarpan Dhyanyog, the first step toward Self-realisation is sitting in silence. Not to control the mind, but to observe it. As Swami Shivkrupanandji teaches, when we sit in meditation with true surrender, we begin to experience the energy of the Gurutattva. This energy doesn’t just calm the mind - it begins to dissolve the false identities we’ve accumulated over lifetimes.

The journey inward is subtle. At first, we may feel restless or distracted. But with regular practice, something shifts. We begin to witness our thoughts instead of being consumed by them. We start to feel a presence within - a quiet, luminous awareness that is not disturbed by external noise. This is the beginning of recognising the Self.

Realising the Self is not about withdrawing from the world. It’s about living in the world with deeper awareness. When we know who we are, we stop reacting from ego and start responding from wisdom. We become more compassionate, more grounded, and more aligned with the flow of life.

Swamiji often says that the Self cannot be known through intellectual effort - it must be experienced. And that experience comes only through unconditional surrender. In Samarpan Dhyanyog, we surrender not to a person, but to the Gurutattva (Guru-element) - the universal guiding force that flows through all realised beings. This surrender opens the door to grace.

As we progress, we begin to see that every challenge, every joy, and every relationship is part of our soul’s curriculum. Nothing is random. Everything is designed to help us shed illusions and return to our essence. The more we meditate, the more we feel connected - not just to ourselves, but to others, nature, and the divine.

The journey to realising the Self is lifelong. There are no shortcuts, but there is guidance. The presence of a living Master like Swami Shivkrupanandji is a blessing on this path. His energy, teachings, and silence help us navigate the inner terrain with clarity and courage.

Ultimately, the Self is not something we find - it is something we become aware of. It has always been there, waiting patiently beneath the layers of conditioning. When we touch it, even for a moment, we realise that peace, love, and truth are not outside - they are our very nature.

So, begin. Sit in silence. Surrender unconditionally. And let the journey unfold - not with force, but with grace – grace at every step!


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