There is no mind to control if you realise the self. The…
“There is no mind to control if you realise the self. The mind having vanished, the self shines forth. In the realised man, the mind may be active or inactive, the self remains for him.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Realizing the self dissolves the mind's control, allowing the true self to shine regardless of mental activity.
In simple terms: Self-realization frees the mind and reveals inner light.
Seek self-awareness beyond mental chatter.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- yoga
- self-inquiry
- daily reflection
- stress reduction
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you recognize the self beyond thoughts?
- What practices help sustain self-awareness?
The mind may still dominate without proper guidance.