Acharya Prashant addresses a question regarding Swami Vivekananda's statement, "You are the creator of your own destiny," particularly in the context of failed plans. He begins by clarifying that the popular understanding of destiny as achievement and consumption is a misconception propagated by popular culture. He explains that Swami Vivekananda, rooted in the Vedantic tradition, would not have used the term in this manner. In Vedanta, destiny, or 'Niyati', signifies liberation, or 'Mukti'. Therefore, the statement means that liberation must be one's own choice, and one is liberated solely as a result of that choice. The speaker contrasts this with the modern interpretation of destiny, which marketers and motivators have conflated with worldly success, such as becoming a CEO or a billionaire. He asserts that the true, shared destiny of all humankind is freedom from bondages. This destiny is described as inexorable and something one will necessarily reach. The only variables are the amount of time and suffering experienced along the way. When one fails, it is an opportunity to try again, intelligently assessing where one went wrong, because reaching this ultimate freedom is unavoidable. Postponing this journey only prolongs suffering. To make the right choices towards this destiny, one must honestly examine the intention behind them. One should ask whether a choice is made for liberation and inner clarity or for mere sensory gratification. The speaker uses the metaphor of choosing a 'gulab jamun' (a sweet) while pretending it has the spiritual value of the 'Gita' (a scripture), highlighting the need to be honest about one's motivations. The key is to recognize what the chosen object or path truly offers: the light of wisdom or the temporary titillation of the senses. By repeatedly asking this question with honesty, one can align their choices with their true destiny of liberation.