Acharya Prashant addresses the concept that 'sometimes the right action appears like inaction' by explaining the two primary problems related to action. The first problem is the inability to act consciously and powerfully when action is truly needed, leading to a state of paralysis where one lacks the necessary energy, clarity, and fearlessness. The second, and more significant problem, is the tendency to act needlessly out of desperation and greed. He suggests that a vast majority of human actions today fall into this category of being unnecessary. This leads to the central point that right action is not about furious, feverish activity. A person acting rightly might appear inactive compared to a group of people acting frantically. He clarifies that energetic movement and burning a lot of fuel is no guarantee of meaningful action. The key is to slow down, be sure of the necessity of an action, and cut out the needless from one's life. By doing so, one paradoxically gains the courage and energy to perform the actions that are truly required. To discern right action from needless action, Acharya Prashant proposes two complementary methods. The first is a keen and honest observation of one's own life, which requires overcoming the common tendency for self-delusion and admitting one's real intentions, fears, and desires. The second method is to seek the 'great company of the scriptures.' These two methods work in tandem. The scriptures provide guidance, and one's life experiences can corroborate what the scriptures say, reaffirming one's findings. He likens this synergy to the two wings of a bird; when self-observation and the wisdom of the scriptures work together, it leads to an ascension in life. This process makes it easier to know oneself, which essentially means knowing the ego.