How to get rid of the mind? Is it the mind that wants to…
“How to get rid of the mind? Is it the mind that wants to kill itself? The mind cannot kill itself. So your business is to find the real nature of the mind. Then you will know that there is no mind. When the Self is sought, the mind is nowhere. Abiding in the Self, one need not worry about the mind.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The mind is not a separate entity to be destroyed; recognizing the true Self reveals that the mind is an illusion, freeing one from its grip.
In simple terms: The mind is an illusion; find the Self.
Key Takeaway
Seek self‑realization, not mind control.
Themes
spirituality
self‑inquiry
non‑duality
Mood
calm
contemplative
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- Meditation
- self‑inquiry
- psychotherapy
- daily stress
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
Advaita
self‑realization
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “no mind” feel like?
- How can you stay present when thoughts arise?
A Different Perspective
The mind may reappear as thoughts even after insight.