In the spiritual journey, one often begins with the profound realization of being alive, sensing the blessings of existence itself. Yet, as one delves deeper, the ultimate awakening dawns: the realization of consciousness. In those moments when you are in touch with your true consciousness, there is no sense of loss or gain. You transcend the body, the mind, and even the thoughts that once seemed so essential. You realize you are not defined by your possessions, desires, or ambitions.

Gradually, the need for wishes, dreams, or goals fades, as you come to understand that the dualities of life—friends and enemies, relatives and strangers, gain and loss—are mere illusions. You are the consciousness itself, beyond all such distinctions. In this realization, there is profound peace, for the journey no longer hinges on worldly outcomes. It simply continues, unbound by the illusions of the material world, guiding you deeper into the essence of existence.

This echoes the core of Advaita, the philosophy of non-duality, where the self and the universe are seen as one, united in the pure, undivided consciousness.

When we lose connection with our true self—our consciousness—we start to experience emotions like fear, worry, anger, and attachment. These feelings arise because we become focused on desires, temporary pleasures, and identifying ourselves with our thoughts. In this state, we place expectations on ourselves and others, which takes us further away from the peace that comes from understanding who we truly are.

The true reality is simple: we are all part of the same whole. Our true nature is the source of deep knowledge and freedom. When we reconnect with this, we realize we are all drops in the same vast ocean, united and equal. Finding this truth brings us back to inner peace and clarity.