How are we to discover our true self? Following what procedure can we reveal unto ourselves what we really are in our essential nature?
By the introspective absorption of consciousness and mind, with its potency of thoughts, determination of will, and absolute devotion, the direct perception of the indwelling self is attained. All concepts of duality fade away; thought rests in the stillness of illumination, will expands into dynamic immensity and devotion melts into all pervasive peace in an infinite effulgence of our expanding consciousness wherein our self is revealed in its truth, power, beauty and perfection.
This is yoga in its purest form. The ideal of yoga practice is the attainment of the realization of our true self. Self-realization leads to God-realization. Discover your true self and you will reveal unto yourself your identity with God.
Swami Premananda
The Blessedness of the Inner Life