Acharya Prashant addresses the ego's resistance to taking small, humble steps in spiritual progress. He explains that the ego often perceives itself as a 'big man' and finds the idea of taking 'baby steps' offensive or shameful. This self-image allows an individual to either believe they are making grand strides or to justify total stagnation as a form of rest, both of which protect the central assumption of being significant and mature. However, the speaker asserts that this self-perception is a delusion. In reality, the individual is like a baby, and the actions they are already taking, such as asking questions or seeking guidance, are indeed baby steps. Acharya Prashant emphasizes that there is no shame in being a baby, as only the Divine is truly grown-up. The purpose of life is to grow from the earthly state toward the Divine. He challenges the ego's ultimatum of 'fly or die,' noting that neither is currently possible. Instead, one must be willing to crawl. This humble crawling is necessary to build the strength required to eventually walk, run, and fly. He encourages the questioner to accept their current state and continue making small, incremental progress without the interference of manly pride or premature dreams of greatness.
