Mind Science and compass for Everyday Life: Navigating Mind, Matter, and Liberation Vol-1

Synopsis: This first book opens the door to Abhidhamma by exploring Citta, the mind or consciousness. It explains how the mind is not a single thing, but many moments of awareness arising and passing away very fast. With simple examples like seeing a flower or feeling joy, readers discover how Citta works in daily life. You will learn about wholesome, unwholesome, and beautiful states of mind — and how they shape your character and happiness. Learning Outcome: By the end of this book, readers will understand that the mind is a process, not a fixed “self.” They will learn to observe their thoughts and emotions with wisdom and begin to see how each moment of consciousness affects their life. Abstract This volume introduces the foundation of Abhidhamma philosophy — Citta, or consciousness. Drawing from classical sources, it explains the nature of the mind as a continuous flow of momentary awareness rather than a permanent self. The book outlines the four planes of consciousness (sense-sphere, fine-material, immaterial, and supramundane) and the ethical quality of mental states—wholesome, unwholesome, and functional. Through simple language and relatable examples, readers learn how every mental moment arises with conditions and ceases instantly, revealing the impermanent and impersonal nature of experience. The text serves as a gateway for understanding Buddhist psychology and the structure of cognition in daily life. May this volume help you see moments as moments—clearly, kindly, and to liberating effect. With Respect The Author Sao Dhammasami