There are many approaches to spiritual practice. Some go indirectly to [[Awakening]]: [[Most spiritual paths are indirect]]. Others are more direct: [[You can go directly to Self]]. Ultimately, [[No spiritual practice directly causes awakening, but practice helps indirectly]]. [[True spiritual practice is sincere investigation of our experience]], emphasis on sincere. If one is a sincere truth seeker and willing to follow truth even when what's revealed is painful and uncomfortable, [[Awakening]] is bound to unfold: [[Surrender is crucial for awakening]]. [[There is no how-to manual for being aware]], and simply put, [[Awakening is knowing your true Self]].