The mind of one meditating on a single object becomes one-pointed. And one-pointedness of mind leads to abidance in the self. Real attainment is to be fully conscious, to be aware of surroundings and the people around, to move among them all, but not to merge consciousness in the environment. One should remain in inner independent awareness.
Ramana MaharshiInstead of indulging in mere speculation, devote yourself here and now to the search for the Truth that is ever within you.
Ramana MaharshiConsciousness is indeed always with us. Everyone knows 'I am!' No one can deny his own being.
Ramana Maharshi