Can A Limited Mind Conceive of an Unlimited Self?

No.

Pretty simple eh?

The so-called conscious mind (the one we usually identify with) can hold between 5-9 pieces of information at any given time. The subconscious mind processes millions of bits of data a second. And this is nothing compared to the vast wealth of information that makes up the Universe.

Because the conscious mind is the only one we're aware of, we give it more credit than it is due. The subconscious is the true powerhouse of our physical existence.

I'm sure you can remember a time when you were sitting in a restaurant or other crowded location, all the conversations around you faded into the background. Perhaps someone spoke your name or said something else and you heard it and shifted your attention to listen. Let me ask you this: If you weren't aware of every word of every conversation in that crowded restaurant, how did you pick out your name, or that one word that sparked your attention?

Your subconscious mind was processing every single word of every conversation in that room, and forced you to shift attention. Think about trying to consciously follow 20 simultaneous conversations. You couldn't do it.

And, while it was doing that it was keeping you breathing, your heart beating, your temperature regulated, stuff moving into short and long term memory, and processing every other sensory input you're capable of. When you really think about the every-day capabilities of the subconscious mind it is truly astonishing.

However, that's nothing compared to the unlimited nature of Self. The subconscious mind is simply an automaton, part of the mechanical out-projection of the self. It merely follows orders.

Whose orders does it follow?

A ha! - That's the root question isn't it. I'm not going to answer that question - sorry. Instead I am going to leave you with a few questions for self-inquiry. You may silently ask yourself these questions during the day and especially during meditation. Who knows, they just may open your consciousness and show you who you are.

The questions:

• Who chooses the thoughts I am having?
• When I observe my thoughts, who is the observer?
• If I am not my mind, and not my body, who am I?

Good luck.

Why Meditate?

So meditate? What's the point after all?

First, meditation is a direct path to your undying Self. Your God-self. What keeps you from direct realization of Self is the ego which falsely identifies as Self. It's your monkey mind with all of it's attachments and aversions tearing you away from the very freedom you already are.

Think of your mind as a turbulent pond. Your thoughts, the wind, whipping the pond into a frenzy of waves. Meditation is like calming that wind and settling that pond. Eventually the pond becomes crystal clear and you can see what's underneath.

Meditation is fantastic for that body you're using to explore the world you created. A myriad of studies have been published in peer-reviewed academic journals touting the health-benefits of meditation. Lowering cholesterol and blood-pressure, lowering the stress hormones like cortisol, lowering stress. When you stop allowing your mind to beat yourself up - the body follows.

Meditation should be fun, and never a chore. And it's also counterproductive to look at it as an escape. You do not need to spend 7 hours a day in formal sitting meditation to reach enlightenment - you're already there.

Don't know how to meditate? Here is a simple, yet profoundly powerful method that you can use for just 3-10 minutes a day.

A Powerful Meditation Technique

Here is a very simple, yet extremely powerful meditation technique that can help you get in touch with your God-self. Do this for 3-10 minutes each day.

1. Sit yourself in a quiet environment with your back straight and your eyes open but relaxed. You may use a focal point in front of you, but you should just gaze instead of staring. The feeling is quiet relaxation.
   
2. Gently expand your awareness to encompass your peripheral vision. Without moving your eyes or straining, simply become aware of everything you can now see in front of you, above you, below you, and to each side.
3. Allow the sounds, sights, feelings, and smells simply to pass by. You are now an impartial observer.
4. Bring your awareness to your breath. Without changing your breathing pattern, merely observe your breath naturally flowing in and out.
5. On each inhale, silently repeat the word "I".
6. On each exhale, silently repeat the word "Am".

That's it. This simple exercise, practiced for 3-10 minutes daily will speed you towards the awareness of the enlightenment you already are.