Acharya Prashant explains that the human mind is deeply dependent on others, a condition that manifests in both obvious and subtle ways. He points out that our inability to act independently, such as hesitating to help an accident victim or feeling uncomfortable sitting alone in a hall, reveals a constant search for social sanction. This dependence is not limited to special events but is a continuous state of mind where even routine actions, like choosing clothes or speaking in public, are dictated by the perceived judgment of others. He emphasizes that this reliance on external validation is a form of slavery that prevents true freedom and individuality.
