647. Abide in Pure Self Meditation - Gems from the Past

30th Oct 2021 (Satsangs from the Archives) These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

27th Oct 2021(Satsangs from the Archives) These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

25th Oct 2021(Satsangs from the Archives) These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

23rd Oct 2021 (Satsangs from the Archives) These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

18th March 2026 In this Satsang, there were spiritual discussions led by Sanjay, with participants sharing their experiences and questions about meditation, work-life balance, and connections to Arunachala and Bhagavan Ramana. Sanjay advised Raj to maintain awareness during work without being result-oriented, while encouraging Purnima to practice 30 minutes daily of silent sitting to explore her underlying longing. The group discussed the relationship between Arunachala and Bhagavan Ramana, with Sanjay explaining that they are essentially the same, and Radhika shared her experiences attending daily Aarti ceremonies at the ashram. Thomas expressed gratitude for finding the spiritual path and shared insights about self-inquiry and surrendering to God, while Ben mentioned how seeing a picture of Arunachala led him to discover Bhagavan's teachings.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

16th March 2026In this Satsang, Sanjay focused on spiritual teachings and the nature of self-realization, drawing heavily from Hindu philosophical texts and the teachings of Adi Shankaracharya. Sanjay discussed doership and enjoyership, emphasizing that these states arise from identifying with the body and can be overcome by shifting attention from the mind to the heart. They explored the importance of contemplation and meditation in achieving liberation, highlighting the need for free time to cultivate awareness and connect with the eternal, uninvolved Self. The discussion also touched on the role of divine grace and the protective presence of spiritual entities, as exemplified by personal experiences shared by Sanjay. The session concluded with an emphasis on the transformative power of devotion and trust in the pure energy of awareness as a path to self-realization and liberation.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

14th Mar 2026In this Satsang, Sanjay explored Dakshina Murthi, the form of Shiva associated with true knowledge, and the idea that all is one. They emphasized the importance of transcending the mind and ego to experience the light of awareness, which is the ultimate truth. He also discussed on how to live a life free from the entanglements of thoughts and how to recognize the self as the uninvolved witness of all phenomena. They concluded by highlighting the significance of silence and the natural state of being, where all questions dissolve and one experiences pure bliss.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

11th March 2026In this Satsang, Sanjay and Purnima discussed about the nature of the mind, ego, and the relationship between the body and consciousness. Sanjay explained the structure of the mind according to Vedanta, which consists of Manas (mind), Ahankar (ego), Buddhi (intellect), and Chitta (mind field), and discussed how thoughts and consciousness manifest through these different layers. The conversation explored the concept of self-inquiry and transcending the false "I" identity to realize one's true nature as pure awareness. Sanjay emphasized that true freedom comes from understanding that we are uninvolved witnesses rather than the doer of actions, and explained how this understanding can be cultivated through consistent contemplation and practice.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

9th March 2026 In this Satsang, Sanjay explains that pure consciousness is the source of all vision and awareness, and that thoughts and ego create a sense of separation from the true self. He discusses how to achieve self-realization through constant, loving attention to the self, comparing it to the way dreams naturally arise without conscious effort. Sanjay emphasizes that once the ego dissolves and one abides in pure awareness, they experience supreme bliss and peace, while still maintaining awareness of bodily activities as a natural phenomenon. The discussion concludes with Sanjay encouraging listeners to surrender their separate existence and embrace their true nature as pure awareness, which is beyond all identities and limitations.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

7th March 2026In this Satsang, Sanjay delivered a spiritual teaching session focused on self-realization and the nature of consciousness. He explained that the true self is pure awareness, distinct from the body-mind complex, and emphasized that recognizing this fundamental truth leads to liberation from suffering and fear. He discussed how thoughts and mental activities arise within this awareness but don't affect the underlying consciousness itself. He shared an example of a patient who creates imaginary scenarios in their mind as a way to process unresolved issues, illustrating how people can get trapped in mental constructs. Sanjay concluded by emphasizing that true freedom comes from recognizing and abiding in pure awareness, where one becomes a witness rather than an involved participant in mental activity, ultimately achieving moksha or ultimate liberation.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !