The Science of Self-Realization
Roy Eugene Davis
CSA Press
ISBN: 0-87707-292-2
Non-Fiction, Spirituality
Reviewed by Dr. Tami Brady

I think that there is a very big misconception about people who are on the path of self-realization. We tend to assume that only monks and hermits can become enlightened. We believe that they have to sit in some awkward position for days on end meditating or endlessly chanting some sort of mantra.

The Science of Self-Realization looks at the realities of spiritual practice in the Kriya Yoga Tradition. Yes, the ability to be still is important in this practice. However, it’s not about an ego trip. The ability to brag that you meditated for three hours straight really isn’t all that useful to the process. It’s about getting still, finding your clarity, and being able to act based upon reason even in the midst of chaos.

Now, to me, that’s far more valuable than being self-righteous or impressing someone. The ability to stay centered and the knowledge that a lot of my worries are just useless mind chatter helps me in a real way. That is worth the effort.