Simple and short guide to attain  enlightenment or liberation. You are basically composed of two things..the body and the mind . Taking good care of the body is all that is required in this aspect . The mind is the real Trickster .The mind gives you thoughts all the time . Good thoughts,bad thoughts, happy thoughts, sad thoughts etc.
All you gotta do is to recognise that you are not your thoughts. They are like passing clouds in the sky .you are the sky. The ever-present awareness. And by your very nature you are already awake .but thoughts cover the sky and make it seem like you are in a low state of consciousness or state of ignorance.
Your job is to be . Not be this or that. Just be . Being alone is enough.
Silence also is a core pillar. The more you spend time in solitude drowning in silence the more what I said will makes sense to you .
Your true nature is like the state of deep sleep .pure empty formless consciousness. The waking state and the dream state are superimposed on that original state . 
All you gotta do is relax .relax  your mind .by simply focusing on the space between thoughts. That space between thoughts is crucial. If you can expand that space and remain thoughtless as long as possible the more you will start experiencing unconditional peace. Serenity and pure joy .   P.S listen to this video as you meditate or fall asleep . Wonderful pointers from nisargadatta maharaj Peace &love ✌