The Self is the silent witness of the three states of consciousness: waking, dreaming, and deep sleep. It is the fourth state, the eternal reality.
Mandukya Upanishad
Verse 7
Meaning:
Your identity is not limited to your daily activities or even your dreams. You are the continuous presence that is aware of all these changing states of being.

Daily Application

Notice that while your body and thoughts change throughout the day and night, your sense of awareness remains the same. Anchor your identity in this unchanging awareness.

Sacred Wisdom Notice

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