Acharya Prashant explains that loneliness is often the best gift life can offer, as the alternative is frequently being in the company of something terrible or neurotic. He suggests that most people have a low tolerance for loneliness and impulsively fill their lives with the wrong jobs, beliefs, or people just to avoid being alone. He argues that a vacant spot is a pure spot that provides the freedom to experiment and wait for the right influence, whether it be a book, a thought, or a person, rather than settling for mediocrity out of compulsion. He highlights that the feeling of loneliness as a curse is often a cultural construct reinforced by media and family, which suggest that the ultimate goal of life is to find a partner. Acharya Prashant encourages the pursuit of a great purpose or mission as a companion instead of relying solely on human relationships. He points out that books represent the best parts of great individuals and can serve as uplifting company. He distinguishes between the psychological state of loneliness and the spiritual state of aloneness, noting that for most people, it is more practical to first understand that loneliness is not a curse but a blessing that offers the opportunity for growth and freedom. He advises against the hurry to fill one's life with others, suggesting that a life founded on freedom is far superior to one based on social or cultural compulsiveness.
