Acharya Prashant explains that while following the wishes of others is slavery, following one's own wishes is an even deeper form of bondage. He emphasizes that true freedom involves living free from oneself. He clarifies that it is impossible to know the 'wish of the beyond,' so one should not attempt to predict or test it. Instead, one can identify when they are operating from their own personal center because such actions are always purposeful, objective-driven, and rooted in fear or insecurity. When an action is tied to a personal stake, the individual feels either diminished or bloated, losing their natural composure and calm.
