I agree, that’s the best way to approach it. When I was initially interested in eastern philosophy I wanted to understand the theories of creation, reincarnation etc. I was reading about self-inquiry at the time, yet still wasn’t able to drop the questions I had and focus on who I am. I liked another way that Ramana often dealt with this question, explaining that on some level it appears to be true, but when investigated is unreal.

It's a pleasure reading your posts, drfaust.