Acharya Prashant clarifies that the concept of a karmic account or a cosmic record-keeper like Chitragupta is a misunderstanding. He explains that the suffering one experiences is not a direct punishment for past actions, but rather a result of one's current state of being. He uses the metaphor of 'sitting with an open mouth' to describe the ego's desire to consume from the world and time. If a person remains a 'consumer' or a 'seeker' of worldly results, they will inevitably experience both pleasure and pain, which are both forms of suffering. The real cause of suffering is not the external event—like a stone hitting the nose—but the state of waiting for a reward (the open mouth). He emphasizes that the physical body and the world are governed by randomness and nature's laws. While physical pain is inevitable due to this randomness, psychological suffering is optional. One who is established in the Self (Atmastha) does not seek anything from the world and therefore remains unaffected by worldly occurrences, including accidents or diseases. Acharya Prashant asserts that the past only has power over an individual if they continue to identify with the 'doer' of those past actions. By 'dying' to the past and the future—a state known as liberation or Mukti—one can instantly burn away all karmic consequences. This Vedantic empowerment suggests that liberation is available in the present moment, regardless of one's history. Regarding the interpretation of scriptures, Acharya Prashant explains that his approach is rooted in objectivity and a lack of personal prejudice. He treats spiritual texts with the same logical rigor as mathematics or science, setting aside personal likes, dislikes, and ego. He maintains that the core message of scriptures like the Bhagavad Gita and the Upanishads is consistent. If a particular verse seems confusing, it must be understood in the light of the fundamental 'Mahavakyas' (great sayings) of the Upanishads. His primary principle is to seek the truth without trying to protect any preconceived notions or personal beliefs.