Most people approach AI—especially large language models like ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, DALL-E—with the hope of getting answers, shortcuts, clarity, creativity, or strategy. AI can do all those things. What most people don’t realize is this: Your ability to use AI well is directly connected to your ability to understand yourself.

• Maharishi Mahesh Yogi: Consciousness as the field of pure potential, accessible through Transcendental Meditation.

• Ramana Maharshi: The practice of self-inquiry (“Who am I?”) as a direct path to realizing awareness beyond thought.

• Neem Karoli Baba: Consciousness revealed through love, devotion, and surrender.