Acharya Prashant critiques the modern, popular slogan of 'living in the moment' or 'living every moment to the fullest,' labeling it as a product of industrialization and consumerism rather than authentic spirituality. He argues that this concept was manufactured by profit-driven systems to encourage constant consumption, replacing traditional spiritual values like contentment and restraint. He points out that modern 'gurus' who boast about not reading scriptures are often misleading the public, as their teachings align more with the interests of factory owners than with spiritual liberation. True spirituality, he asserts, is found in the ancient wisdom of the scriptures, which emphasize understanding the inherently sorrowful nature of the world. Focusing on the Pingala Gita, Acharya Prashant explains the practices of 'Shama' and 'Dama' as essential tools for overcoming grief and mental agitation. 'Shama' refers to the cooling or calming of the mind, which is often like a burning fire. This can be achieved positively by introducing cooling elements like sacred verses or negatively by removing the 'fuel' of desires and false beliefs. 'Dama' involves the disciplined restraint of the senses, preventing them from pursuing harmful objects. He concludes that one must become proficient in both internal mental discipline and external sensory control to navigate the suffering that is intrinsic to life.