Acharya Prashant explains that consciously practicing indifference toward the world is highly advisable and necessary, even when the world still holds meaning for an individual. He emphasizes that all practice involves discomfort, pushing boundaries, and negating limits. While the world continues to exercise its charm, the seeker must consciously deny it, which often results in a life characterized by constant strife and struggle rather than outward prettiness. He compares the spiritual life to a battlefield, noting that the authentic person's journey may not look attractive from a worldly perspective but possesses a deep beauty, similar to the setting of the Bhagavad Gita. Shri Krishna imparts consciousness to Arjuna in the midst of conflict, hurt, and bloodshed, illustrating that spiritual practice is not cozy or comfortable but disruptive. Acharya Prashant critiques modern 'teddy bear spirituality' that seeks comfort, asserting instead that the role of consciousness is to annihilate the ego, metaphorically cutting off one's own head. He concludes that spiritual progress is incremental, requiring moment-to-moment improvement and a million steps toward the absolute, even if no single step can fully reach it.