This book of aphorisms invites readers to contemplate the profound interplay between temporal existence and the eternal truth of Satchitananda—True Existence, Awareness, and Bliss. They illuminate the human condition as a ceaseless dance between attachment and liberation, shaped by egoic constructs such as Fear, Desire, Recognition, and the Schemes of Difference that underpin societal hierarchies. At the heart of these reflections is a call to transcend the illusion of separation and awaken to the unity that underlies all existence.

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Through incisive inquiry, these aphorisms examine the fundamental forces shaping human life: the construction of identity, the pursuit of power and wealth, the perpetuation of hierarchies, and the longing for justice and meaning. They expose the ego’s relentless quest for validation through acquisition, judgment, and survival while offering glimpses into the boundless freedom that emerges when these illusions dissolve.

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Central to this exploration is the paradox of difference and unity. In the realm of time, we are defined by attributes, roles, and circumstances that appear to divide us. Yet beyond this transient world lies an indivisible essence, untouched by form or narrative. It is in the Recognition of this unity that the path to liberation unfolds—leading to a state of effortless detachment, deep compassion, and spontaneous engagement with life.

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These reflections also delve into the transformative power of awareness, urging readers to question inherited myths, cultural constructs, and the ego-driven strategies that shape perception. They suggest that transcendence is not an escape from the world but a deeper, unburdened participation in it—one free from attachment to outcomes and aligned with the natural, playful unfolding of existence.

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At their core, these aphorisms challenge us to move beyond the anxiety-driven pursuit of Recognition and control—the Serious Mood of Survival—and step into the stillness of Satchitananda. Here, the narratives of the ego dissolve, the duality of self and Other vanishes, and the world is revealed as a mirror of consciousness—an impermanent, yet luminous, dance of being.

Together, these aphorisms serve as a guide for navigating the human experience, leading us toward the realization of our original nature: timeless, self-effulgent, and whole. They remind us that ultimate freedom lies not in striving for worldly success but in surrendering to the infinite awareness that pervades all existence. In this surrender, we rediscover the Bliss of Being—our eternal, unshakable truth.

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