Acharya Prashant addresses a question about the inability to speak openly. He begins by pointing out that the questioner, in the very act of asking, spoke openly and spontaneously, which is sufficient. However, he acknowledges the underlying feeling of hesitation and suggests reframing the question to: "In front of whom and on what occasions do I hesitate to speak?" He explains that this hesitation does not occur in front of a mirror, with pets, or with true friends, but arises in groups and assemblies. The core reason for this, he states, is the presence of others' eyes and the deep-seated desire to be seen as superior in them. The speaker elaborates that this fear is rooted in dependency. The more you desire to establish your worth in the eyes of others, the more you will fear them. This happens when you define yourself by others' opinions, believing, "I am what others think of me." When dependency enters any relationship, it turns into a relationship of fear, and love ceases to exist. The desire for external validation, whether from the world, family, or friends, makes you dependent and fearful. You become afraid of their judgment because you have given them the power to decide your worth. Acharya Prashant offers a solution: one must either surrender to the One, the Truth, or remain a slave to the opinions of thousands. Those who are afraid of the world are essentially running away from the Supreme. There is a lack of surrender and faith in their lives. He advises that if you are with the First, you need not worry about the judgments of insignificant others. The one who has seen the vastness of the Himalayas will not be impressed by camels; similarly, one who knows the Truth will not be afraid of the small things of the world. Anything that can be perceived by the small eyes or contained in the small mind is not truly big and, therefore, not worthy of fear.