Transcending the Mind – Finding the Self

 

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Transcending the Mind – Finding the Self

The mind is a restless instrument. It thinks, analyses, compares, and reacts, constantly pulling us into the past or projecting us into the future. We often identify ourselves with this restless activity, believing that the mind is who we are. Yet, in the light of Himalayan Samarpan Dhyanyog, as explained by Shivkrupanand Swamiji, the mind is not our true Self. To transcend the mind is to discover the Self - the eternal consciousness that lies beyond thought, beyond identity, beyond illusion.

This transcendence does not happen through force or suppression. The mind cannot be silenced by the mind itself. It can only dissolve through unconditional surrender. In Samarpan Meditation, the sadhak surrenders the chitta at the sahastrar to the Guru Energies. This surrender is not an act of control but of openness. It is the willingness to let go of ego-driven striving and allow the Satguru’s energy to flow. In that flow, the mind gradually loses its grip, and the Self begins to shine.

Swamiji emphasises the importance of being steadfast, regular, and dedicated on the spiritual path. Liberation is not achieved through occasional effort or fleeting inspiration. It is the fruit of consistent practice, daily surrender, and unwavering faith in the guidance of the enlightened Master. Each time the seeker sits in meditation, whether alone or in collectivity, the mind is invited to rest. Each act of surrender weakens the ego and strengthens soul consciousness. Over time, the mind is transcended, and the Self is revealed.

Meditating in collectivity magnifies this process. When seekers gather, the vibrations of silence are amplified. Each individual contributes to the collective energy, and each receives from it. The mind, which thrives on isolation and separation, finds itself surrounded by the power of unity. In this environment, surrender becomes effortless, and the Self is more easily experienced. Yet, meditation alone is equally important. In solitude, the seeker learns to face the mind directly, to surrender without external support, and to deepen the connection with the Self. Both forms of meditation - collective and solitary - are essential for balance and growth.

As the seeker remains steady on the path, a subtle transformation unfolds. The mind, once seen as the ruler, is revealed to be an illusion. Thoughts and emotions lose their power to define us. What remains is a vast expanse of consciousness, pure silence, and bliss. This silence is not emptiness it is fullness. It is the joy of resting in the Self,  untouched by circumstances, free from the turbulence of thought.

Swamiji explains that liberation is not about extraordinary visions or mystical experiences. It is about simplicity - the simplicity of being. When the mind is transcended, life itself becomes meditation. Every moment is lived in awareness, every action flows from surrender, and every breath carries the fragrance of freedom. The sadhak realises that the Self is not distant - it is here, now, always present.

Thus, the path of Samarpan is clear: through unconditional surrender, regular practice, meditation in collectivity and alone, and guidance of the enlightened Master, the mind is transcended. In that transcendence, the Self is found. And in the Self, the seeker experiences the joy of pure silence and bliss - the living reality of liberation.


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