How does one traverse the spiritual landscape to move beyond suffering to experience the peace and love of God, to transcend illusion and realize the state of enlightenment? In this collection of inspiring passages fromDavid R. Hawkinsrs"s work, the reader is reminded of the illusory nature of the personal self (identification of the ego/mind) and the direct pathways to transcend the ego/mindrs"s trappings. This pocket edition is designed especially for todayrs"s spiritual student on the go, to inspire contemplation and reflection during a break at work, while hiking in the woods, during a quiet coffee-shop moment, on an airplane, with a partner-in whatever environment one finds oneself.Transcending the self, Realizing the Selfis a reliable companion on the aspirantrs"s quest toward higher truth.