Tibetan buthis has a very nice saying after teaching the highest zochin. He says, it is the same reality whether you are meditating or not meditating. Even then, never give up an opportunity for meditation retreat. Nira hankara, ner mama, nira hankarasana - transcend the ego.
Inspired by the 15th chapter of the Ashtavakra Gita, Swami Sarvapriyananda gives a discourse on the nature of the Self.