Insights in self-inquiry

In the silent observation of self-inquiry in which there no choice or condemnation thought and feeling unfold themselves.In this process we actualize the potential of the Self (Atman).In self-inquiry we understand ourselves,our impulses,reactions,the whole process of thinking,conscious as well as unconscious/Depending on somebody to tell what is in our mind prevents understanding of oneself.Usually we take some shelter under an authority,be it a guru,scripture,method,which gives temporary sense of security,a sense of well being but that is not understanding of total process of oneself.Unless we uncover all the layers of mind including its unconscious part we will not have self-knowledge and creativity.