Acharya Prashant explains that true religion is simple and direct, yet it is often obscured by complexity and superstition. He argues that people who are insecure or dishonest tend to surround themselves with falsehoods and seek out networks of like-minded individuals. This tendency extends to religion, where the core essence is often lost to rituals, myths, and customs introduced by those seeking self-preservation rather than truth. He emphasizes that the original scriptures are straightforward, but they have been misused for selfish ends, leading to a focus on superficial practices like astrology or ritualistic offerings. He suggests that there are only about twenty authentic texts across all major religions that are truly necessary for spiritual growth, such as the Upanishads, Ashtavakra Gita, and the teachings of saints like Kabir Saheb and Guru Nanak Dev. Acharya Prashant critiques the modern obsession with external religious symbols and rituals, such as specific diets, pilgrimages, and the worship of idols or objects, stating they have zero connection to actual spirituality. He asserts that society provides 'fake religion' as a buffer to protect individuals from the transformative power of 'true religion.' True religion, according to him, is about discovering one's soul and remaining established in that state. He mocks the commercialization of spirituality, where pseudo-gurus sell remedies for physical ailments or promise liberation through material objects like Rudraksha beads. He concludes by urging seekers to avoid 'inferior religion' and instead focus on the profound, direct wisdom found in authentic spiritual teachings.