Beginning with a simple question—“Who am I?”—every routine chore becomes an invitation to self-inquiry. Thoughts often race like a news ticker, especially in today’s nonstop social-media scroll. Instead of getting swept away, pause for a breath. Turn the attention inward, tracing the “I”-thought back to its source. In that gentle quiet, true nature shines through.

Silence isn’t just for monasteries. Whether brewing morning coffee or tapping away at a laptop, let awareness rest like a calm pond. Notice the stir of aroma, the weight of the mug, the shift from caffeine craving to sheer presence. This mirrors Ramana’s teaching: awareness of thoughts dissolves their grip, much like an unexpected rainstorm washing dust off city streets.

Life tends to toss curveballs—global unrest, climate anxiety, work-from-home blur. When stress surges, return to the heart. A few moments of stillness amid a busy day reboots perspective faster than any gadget. This “no-doing” approach isn’t about giving up action; it’s about acting from a centered space, free from restless mind-chatter.

Detachment plays a starring role. Thoughts and emotions are like passing clouds—watched, not chased. In conversations, note the urge to react. Catch that impulse, sit with the pause, and allow words to flow from a quieter source. Suddenly, disagreements lose their edge; compassion takes the wheel.

A practical trick: set reminders on the phone—gentle nudges to check in with the self. Even trendy mindfulness apps echo Ramana’s core: become the witness. Over time, these mini “pit stops” of inquiry weave into daily life so seamlessly that stress and constant striving begin to feel out of place.

Ultimately, every moment becomes a doorway to the Self. By treating self-inquiry not as another task on the to-do list but as a living, breathing practice, the invisible boundary between ordinary life and spiritual awakening melts away—revealing that the undiscovered country has been right underfoot all along.