Is self-inquiry a form of spiritual bypassing?

Sometimes, when life feels overwhelming, I feel a strong pull to rest in my natural state through self-inquiry. It’s such a relief to let go of the noise of the mind and identify with my true self. But lately, I’ve been questioning: Is this bypassing?

A commenter once mentioned that Neo-Advaita is about living in the now and fully accepting what is here. That perspective resonated deeply with me, and I’ve tried to embody it. But sometimes, it feels like returning to my true self is almost... too easy. Life’s challenges don’t necessarily disappear, and I wonder if I’m avoiding facing them head-on by retreating into awareness instead of engaging with what’s arising in the moment. Like I just want to go on youtube and watch Ramana Maharshi videos.

How do you discern the difference between spiritual bypassing and genuinely abiding in the self? Is there a balance between resting in awareness and confronting life’s challenges?

Would love to hear your insights. 🙏