I AM THAT - Sense of "I Am"
I am That - Sense of "I Am"
This is a brief review and summary of my understanding of I Am That – Talks with Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj - Sense of "I Am".
Disclaimer: I am only a novice student of Vedanta and still an infant on the spiritual path, so I ask forgiveness for any misinterpretation of Maharaj’s teachings.
When I fall asleep at night, everything disappears—my worries, my mind, my house, my body, my family. Someone could move me from point A to point B, and I would not know.
When I wake, everything appears again. I recognize my room, my bed, my home. I am aware that my children are asleep in their rooms. I sense my body and mind—perhaps even a stiff neck from sleeping poorly.
For this disappearance (in sleep) and reappearance (on waking) to occur, there must be something unchanging behind both states. That is the “I am.”
- Not the body.
- Not the mind.
- Not even the intellect.
I am that Experiencer, because without the “I am,” no experience is possible.
What actions can help me remain rooted in the real Experiencer?
Letting go of attachment and expectation:
- To children
- To spouse
- To extended family
- To job titles
- To ownership
Letting go does not mean neglecting responsibilities, escaping life, or becoming arrogant. It means acting with duty, sincerity, and doing my best under the circumstances—without clinging.
As these layers fall away from the “self,” reality and true power naturally reveal themselves.
For a beginner like me, the journey must start with daily, mundane actions. This process may take weeks or months, but I can keep moving forward—one small step at a time—learning and improving continuously.
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