Acharya Prashant discusses the nature of hope, describing it as a temporary energy boost similar to an adrenaline shot. He explains that hope only sustains a person as long as a goal seems achievable; however, once a target is missed, hope vanishes, leaving the individual devoid of energy. He suggests that instead of relying on hope, one should use intelligence and understanding as their primary engine. When action stems from true understanding or love for the work, the source of energy never dries up, unlike hope which is tied to external results. Using the example of Thomas Edison and his ten thousand experiments, Acharya Prashant clarifies that Edison was not driven by willpower, motivation, or hope. He argues that if Edison had relied on hope, he would have become hopeless long before reaching his goal. Instead, Edison found a sheer sense of joy in the process itself. He posits that a person who loves their work is already successful, regardless of the final result. True success is defined as living according to one's intelligence and engaging deeply in the present task, rather than merely achieving a future target. Acharya Prashant critiques the common tendency to live life focused on future targets, which leads to a state of constant fear and boredom. He explains that the pursuit of success is inherently linked to the fear of failure, meaning those who chase success are already failing by living in fear. He encourages students to view their current preparations and interviews not just as a means to get a job, but as a process of self-development and gaining clarity. He emphasizes that excellence is a byproduct of enjoyment and engagement with the work, rather than a result of greed for a specific outcome. Finally, he distinguishes between two types of action: action born out of a sense of lack, like a beggar seeking a reward, and action born out of fulfillment, like a king acting out of joy. He warns that working solely for a target, such as a monthly salary, turns the majority of one's life into a burden or hell. He concludes that one can only keep moving and truly excel if they are not obsessed with the target but instead find joy in the movement itself. Life, he asserts, is what is happening in the present moment, not a collection of future goals or imaginary definitions.