Acharya Prashant addresses a question about observing the mind, clarifying that the act of observation itself is superior, regardless of the emotion being observed. He explains that while the mind is both the observer and the observed, the state of observing is a sattvic (pure) state of the mind. This is superior to the rajasic (action-oriented) state of blindly doing things and the tamasic (dull) state of inaction. Therefore, the one who observes is in a better state than the one who acts without understanding. Regarding the emotion of hatred, Acharya Prashant advises against creating a hierarchy where some emotions like anger are considered more acceptable than hatred. He calls this a self-created theory and explains that hatred is just another wave in the mind. Instead of judging or labeling these waves, one should simply observe them impartially. All emotions, including hatred, are part of the mind, which itself is a manifestation of nature (Prakriti). Responding to a dilemma about choosing between the path of knowledge (Jnana Yoga) and the path of devotion (Bhakti Yoga), Acharya Prashant states that this is a superficial division. One does not need to choose a path or apply a label to oneself. The core intention should be to live a life of higher understanding, which is born out of a love for that very understanding. He emphasizes that the path of knowledge is impossible without love for knowledge, and true love cannot exist without knowledge. Knowledge is hidden in love, and love is hidden in knowledge. Citing Kabir Saheb as someone who transcends such classifications, he advises immersing oneself in whatever is beneficial at the moment without getting caught in these labels. Finally, on the issue of making mistakes and only realizing them later, Acharya Prashant explains that progress is measured by the shortening of the time gap between the action and the awareness. To reach the timeless, one must first utilize time. He offers two metrics for progress: the duration and the intensity of mental disturbances like anger should decrease over time. Conversely, positive states like the surge of love or the resolve for knowledge should become more intense and last longer. These are the signs of spiritual progress.