In this ocean waves storm/stillness quote Ruper Spira refers to the stillness in the depths of our true being that remains untouched by stormy thoughts and feelings.
What is the nature of our true being according to Spira?
It is pure awareness or consciousness itself, which is ever-present and unchanging. Popularized by Ramana Maharshi, we can experience ourselves as pure awareness by self-inquiry that involves asking the question "Who am I?" or "What is this I that is aware?" By continually turning your attention inward and examining the nature of your own awareness, you may begin to experience a sense of infinite "beingness" that transcends the body/mind identity. Negative "stormy" thoughts and feelings no longer define your sense of self, thus no longer have a grip on you.
The beach is much more than just a place!
