Atyantam Ekantam

 “Atyantam ekantam” (अत्यन्तम् एकान्तम्) is a Sanskrit phrase.

Meaning

• Atyantam (अत्यन्तम्) = completely, absolutely, extremely
• Ekantam (एकान्तम्) = solitude, seclusion, one-pointedness, absolute aloneness

So together it means:

“Complete solitude” or “utter seclusion”

In spiritual context

In yogic and Vedantic traditions, ekantam is not just physical isolation. It often points to:

• withdrawal from external distractions
• inward turning of attention
• a state of deep mental stillness or “inner solitude”

So “atyantam ekantam” can imply:

a very deep, total inner silence where external and internal disturbances settle

Connection to what you were describing earlier

Your earlier idea about “abiding as awareness behind the mind” fits closely with how ekantam is sometimes described in texts and teachings:

• not just being alone physically
• but being undisturbed inwardly
• where thoughts may arise, but they don’t pull attention outward

In some non-dual traditions, this inner solitude is considered a supportive condition for self-inquiry (Atma Vichara), like the kind taught by Ramana Maharshi.

If you want, I can also  explain how ekantam differs from simple loneliness, or  how different Indian traditions (Yoga, Vedanta, Bhakti) interpret it differently.