""The Essence of Self-Recognition"" presents a systematic and practical analysis of the ancient philosophical system Pratyabhijnahrdayam, a part of Trika system of Kashmir Shaivism. Drawing from a variety of Sanskrit scriptural sources, including ""Yoga Sutra"", ""Shiva Sutra"", and ""Tantraloka"", the book emphasizes practices belonging to the ``true reasoning'' path to enlightenment.Written specifically for people of analytic mind who are in pursuit of inner freedom, the book defines all underlying concepts relevant to effective practice in a precise and insightful manner, and explains ideas within this ancient philosophical system using concepts from modern cognitive psychology and Western philosophy.