If the mind falls asleep, awaken it. Then if it starts…
“If the mind falls asleep, awaken it. Then if it starts wandering, make it quiet. If you reach the state where there is neither sleep nor movement of mind, stay still in that, the natural (real) state.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage advises cultivating alertness of the mind, calming its wanderings, and resting in a state of pure, unmoving awareness.
In simple terms: Stay alert, calm, and rest in stillness.
Key Takeaway
Practice mindfulness and stillness.
Themes
mindfulness
inner peace
spiritual practice
Mood
calm
focused
Type
spiritual
practical
When to use this quote
- daily meditation
- stressful work
- nighttime anxiety
Key Concepts
non‑dual awareness
meditation
self‑inquiry
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you notice when your mind drifts?
- What practices help you stay still?
A Different Perspective
Achieving a mind free of any movement is extremely rare.