Discourse on Nonduality continued

The philosophy of Nonduality or Nondualism according to the teachings of Vedanta, says that there is just One Spirit in the Universe, and that everything, living or inanimate, is an inseparable and indivisible part of this One Spirit. This is also the meaning of the word - "not two" or non-separation". Nonduality further says that the world is an illusion, caused by the mind and the play of the senses, which make us regard the world and everything in it, as real but separate from us.

For someone not familiar with this philosophy, it might sound strange, but once understood, it can completely change one's attitude and perspective about life.

Imagine yourself feeling oneness with the Universe, enjoying bliss and peace of mind, but at the same time acting and functioning normally, in your day-to-day life. Imagine yourself being active in the world, but at the same time maintaining a state of inner detachment.

To be aware of our oneness with Spirit, and at the same time being also aware that the One Spirit is acting and manifesting through everything, in the world of matter, plants, trees, animals and people, is the experience of Nonduality in its highest form.

Ordinarily our thoughts, desires, and the five senses draw the mind outside to the external world, and obscure the awareness of the consciousness that is beyond the mind.

Through meditation, we gain inner peace and the ability to silence the mind and lift up the obscuring veil of thoughts. In this state of inner silence, we rise above the illusion of identification with the mind, thoughts and ego, get beyond the illusion of separateness, and realize the oneness with the One Spirit. It is as if a new sort of consciousness dawns, and we see the world in a different way.

With this kind of consciousness, we are able to allow the mind to be active or silent, at our command. The mind becomes our faithful servant, instead of being our master. We act in the material world, yet our roots are in pure, calm and limitless consciousness, which is not attached to anything and not limited by anything. In this state, we live and view the world from the non-duality point of view.

In our day-today life we regard other people, as separate from us, as separate units, this is only a mental viewpoint, convenient for functioning in our day to day existence.

From a higher state of consciousness however, all are One, and the terms "I", "you", "he", "she" and "they" are not real. There is only the One Spirit, Consciousness, which manifests in limitless forms and ways.

The external forms may be different, but the Spirit within is one undivided Spirit. It is the mind, which lets us believe and feel that we are separate from one another, but we are all part of the same One Spirit expressing through different forms.

The concept of Nonduality can be experienced and lived right here and now, no matter where we are, and without attracting anybody's attention. It is an inner state of consciousness, not an external state. But to be fully function in this manner requires dedication, an open mind, and turning the mind inwards.

We can regulate our life in a way that we have time to meditate and lead a spiritual life. We can walk the inner paths of spirituality and Nonduality, without it interfering with our family, job or external lifestyle.

In summary, meditation, and walking on the spiritual path, which lead to understanding and the experiencing of Nonduality, can be practiced anywhere, without making external changes to our life. We can stay with our job and family, and still walk the spiritual path.


We need to look within and become aware of what is going on in our mind. We can search for the source of our thoughts, learn to make our mind peaceful, and become aware of our true essence, the consciousness beyond our mind and always be aware of the steps that can help us to experience non-duality, concentration, meditation, making our mind peaceful, reading spiritual literature, and if possible associating with other spiritual minded people.