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“If you begin to identify yourself with that inner awareness, and then you realize you're not really doing anything. As long as there's the thought, "I'm trying to wake up," that thought of "I" is still there.” quote by Goswami Kriyananda
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“If you begin to identify yourself with that inner awareness, and then you realize you're not really doing anything. As long as there's the thought, "I'm trying to wake up," that thought of "I" is still there.”

Goswami Kriyananda

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Identifying with inner awareness creates a false self; true awakening transcends the ego.

In simple terms: The ego persists as long as you think you’re trying to awaken.

Key Takeaway

Let go of the “I” that tries to awaken.

Themes

spirituality self awakening ego mindfulness

Mood

calm introspective

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • meditation practice
  • self-reflection
  • mindful living

Key Concepts

non-duality consciousness self-inquiry

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize the ego’s voice?
  • What does true awakening feel like?
A Different Perspective

The process can be confusing and may lead to spiritual bypassing.

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