Acharya Prashant explains that stimulants like nicotine or alcohol are not inherently right or wrong; rather, they are expressions of a bored mind. He argues that boredom is the root cause of addiction, and a person is naturally drawn to centers of excitement when they feel lifeless. Therefore, the focus should not be on fighting the addiction itself, but on addressing the underlying boredom and lifelessness. He suggests that if a person's life is changed and they are no longer numb, the need for external stimulants will naturally fall away. He emphasizes that we are often conditioned to believe that only the material world is real and that there is no 'beyondness' or spiritual reality, which contributes to this sense of void. Regarding the struggle with cravings, Acharya Prashant advises against resisting them with force, as prohibition often makes the object of desire more attractive. He notes that many things are sought after simply because they are banned by society or personal morality. He further explains that the 'high' or 'kick' one receives from activities like running is a form of joy that should be accessible in all aspects of life. When one finds joy in small, everyday things, they no longer become obsessively dependent on a single source of stimulation. He encourages living in a way where bliss is recognized as being available everywhere, rather than being restricted to specific addictive behaviors.