We cannot discover our true self

“We cannot discover, uncover or recover our true self because it’s not covered, it’s nonexistent. This is why we are determined to focus on outward, self-based pursuits like devotion, compassion, knowledge, understanding, practice, tradition, and so on; we will do anything not to turn inward. We want to create and preserve, but to awaken we must destroy.” 

— Jed McKenna