Acharya Prashant explains that the ability to predict one's own death is not a spiritual achievement but rather a matter of statistics, chance, and randomness. He notes that while some individuals, like the questioner's grandfather, may accurately predict their time of passing, many others have similar premonitions that prove false. Such occurrences fall under the ambit of intellect and data rather than spirituality, and this type of knowledge does not lead to liberation. He emphasizes that curiosity about these phenomena is of no value to the seeker's ultimate goal of freedom. Regarding shifts in consciousness before death, Acharya Prashant clarifies that consciousness is inherently characterized by constant movement and change. Just as a terminal diagnosis from a doctor can instantly transform a person's frame of mind, any significant piece of knowledge or experience causes a shift in consciousness. He concludes by urging the listener to move away from these speculative interests and focus instead on the core questions of life that actually lead to liberation.
