Acharya Prashant explains that the question of whether one needs a goal in life is redundant because humans are never without goals. Even when one feels aimless, goals are constantly being pursued, though they often stem from primitive instincts and remain hidden from conscious awareness. He points out that people frequently deceive themselves about their true intentions; for instance, someone might claim to go to a temple for devotion while being unconsciously drawn by an attractive person, or a candidate might claim to join civil services for national service while harboring a hidden desire for corruption. These hidden motives, which he metaphorically refers to as a 'Satan' within, drive most human actions while remaining concealed from the individual themselves. He emphasizes that true honesty is required to unmask these hidden goals. Often, even spiritual pursuits like attending satsangs or camps are used to expand social networks and worldly entanglements rather than seeking genuine liberation. Acharya Prashant suggests that the most beneficial state is 'goallessness,' which signifies the removal of these deceptive, internally lurking motives. He advises looking at one's actions and conduct rather than words to understand true intentions. Ultimately, he asserts that the goals currently flourishing within a person are not truly their own but belong to external influences that do not have their best interests at heart.
