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A life like Bhagat Singh's || Acharya Prashant
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The Right Battle
Bhagavad Gita
Bhagat Singh
Maya
Shri Krishna
Purpose
Freedom
Description

Acharya Prashant begins by stating that some battles need to be fought not for the sake of victory, but for the sake of the fight itself, because they deserve to be fought. He asserts that victory in these battles is indeed possible. He explains that we are all hypnotized since birth, which is what is called Maya, the most fundamental hypnosis. However, just as one can be hypnotized, it is also possible to break the hypnosis. He urges the listeners to never lose faith in this possibility. He further elaborates that even if one perishes in the attempt, it constitutes a life well-lived and a death well-deserved. There is glory not only in living but also in perishing for the right reason. To illustrate this, he brings up the example of Bhagat Singh, who died at 22 or 23 but is not looked upon as a loser. The speaker emphasizes the importance of fighting the right battle. He also mentions that when Bhagat Singh's mother asked him to marry, he replied that he was already married to Freedom (Azadi). Drawing a parallel with the Bhagavad Gita, Acharya Prashant points out that Shri Krishna never guaranteed victory to Arjun. In the entire scripture, Shri Krishna never promises a win; he only insists that Arjun must fight. Shri Krishna clarifies that he will not pick up weapons, as the fight belongs to Arjun. Although Arjun did win, the speaker posits that even if he had been killed, the Gita would still hold its place, as the valiant fight is what matters. The attempt itself is sufficient, and it should be a heartfelt, honest attempt made in love. One must love the fight, which is real love. He advises dedicating one's inner space to something beautiful, leaving no vacancy. He humorously suggests getting a headband or a T-shirt that says "No Vacancy" or "Occupied." He explains that Bhagat Singh is immortal because he was occupied with a great cause, unlike those who lived long lives but are now forgotten. Even in his final hours, Bhagat Singh was busy reading, demonstrating a life fully engaged with a worthy purpose. The key is to be busy with the right thing, even in one's last moments, without wasting time on self-pity or sad thoughts.