Acharya Prashant addresses the common misconception regarding the oneness of the Self or Soul. He explains that humans typically live in the lowest level of delusion, believing that everyone is fundamentally separate. This belief in separation is essential for the ego to survive and flourish, as it allows for hatred and distinct identities. Even when scientific understanding shows that humans share nearly all their DNA with each other and even with other species, the ego resists this unity because it threatens its existence. A slightly higher level of understanding acknowledges that we are similar but still maintains a small percentage of difference where the ego can hide, pretending to be liberal while still clinging to separation.