Acharya Prashant highlights the vulnerability and struggle of Shri Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita, describing it as a song of both wisdom and melancholy. He uses the example of Mahatma Gandhi’s return to India to illustrate the importance of preparation and observation before taking action. Upon the advice of Gopalkrishna Gokhale, Mahatma Gandhi spent a year abstaining from public life to travel, observe, and understand the vast landscape of the country. This period of study prepared him for the Champaran movement, showing that meaningful opportunities arise when one is truly ready. Acharya Prashant emphasizes that sincerity is judged by the background work and research one performs before committing to a cause. He argues that one cannot effectively address global issues, such as climate change, without first understanding the scientific fundamentals and data. He cautions against becoming a superficial activist or a social media warrior without deep knowledge. For instance, one must study reports from organizations like the United Nations to determine which actions are truly effective rather than simply performing nominal services like planting trees without knowing the numbers. Action must be founded on a solid basis of understanding to be irreversible and possess longevity. Without this sincerity and depth, actions lack momentum and are often driven by fashion rather than true commitment.
