Acharya Prashant explains that true forgiveness only occurs when the hurt itself is completely absent. He argues that as long as one retains an active memory of being hurt, any act of forgiveness is merely a pretense and a way for the ego to thicken itself. The ego finds pleasure in both being hurt and in the act of forgiving, as it allows an individual to project a false sense of greatness or large-heartedness. He suggests that people cling to grievances and memories of being mistreated because they lack something truly lovely or significant in their lives. When life is devoid of a higher purpose or love, the mind fills the void with 'rubbish' memories and complaints to maintain a sense of identity. Using the parable of the vineyard, Acharya Prashant illustrates how people focus on comparisons and perceived injustices rather than acknowledging the abundance they have received. He asserts that ingratitude is a key mechanism of the ego; by ignoring one's own gifts, one can continue to nurse grudges and feel superior. He critiques the romanticization of being 'shattered' or 'manipulated' yet remaining respectful to the tormentor, labeling this as a self-produced drama where the individual is the producer, director, and sole audience member. Ultimately, he states that the world one complains about is a creation of one's own mind and expectations. He encourages looking toward the 'tremendous' and 'beautiful' that is always available, rather than choosing to remain a collector of nonsense and grievances.