A questioner, having experienced peace and introspection at a camp, expresses fear of reverting to old habits of idle talk and wasting time upon returning to his usual life. He asks for the right way forward. Acharya Prashant responds by pointing out that the questioner himself labels these things as futile, so why ask him about them? He explains that the problem is not a lack of knowledge about what is right or wrong; that is a later issue. The bigger problem is that even when we know for sure that certain things are foolish and worthless, we lack the courage to abandon them. No advisor, guru, or scripture can help if one does not have the courage to leave what they already know is wrong. It's like knowingly taking a wrong step and expecting someone to forcibly pull you back. The need for guidance arises much later, when one has done everything right according to their own vision but still makes mistakes. He states that ninety percent of the battle is to abandon things that are demonstrably foolish. There is forgiveness for mistakes made unknowingly, but there is no forgiveness for knowingly choosing the wrong path. Such actions lead to a lifetime of guilt, and regret is no substitute for making the right decision at the right time. He explains that Maya comes like a wave, and the challenge is to withstand its temporary attack. Temptations like greed, fear, and lust are a brief assault. If one can endure them, they will live with pride; if they succumb, they will face lifelong regret. Acharya Prashant uses the analogy of passing a food stall. You know you don't need to eat, but the smell and sight are tempting. This temptation is momentary. If you endure it and walk past, you will soon forget about it. But if you give in, the poison enters you and will show its effect. The urges that arise within are momentary. The compulsion of falsehood is that it is always transient, whereas truth is eternal. This very compulsion of falsehood is our strength. We just need to endure that brief moment, grit our teeth, and stand firm. If we can withstand that short period, everything will be fine.