Identification clouds clarity. Although clarity is our natural state, our interest in improving and safeguarding the dream character which we mistake ourselves to be, overshadows the inherent peace and tranquility of our nature.
Academic interest in the process does not remove the seeds of ignorance, does not to remove the thorn of mortality.
Hiding behind sophisticated mental understanding and behind polished images of enlightened self do not cure the disease.
You can fool others but of what use is it to fool yourself? There is no hiding from yourself.
Mental understanding is shallow, scratches the surface but does not to reach the core.