Acharya Prashant critiques the common desire for worldly immortality, often fueled by philosophies like Hegel's, which suggest that one should perform deeds to be remembered for centuries. He explains that from the perspective of Vedanta, true immortality is not the length of time one is remembered but the depth of the present moment. Seeking to be remembered by history is a form of dependency and limitation because it relies entirely on others' perceptions and memories, which are fickle and often inaccurate. He points out that history is frequently biased, written by those in power, and subject to change, making it an unreliable pursuit for truth. He further discusses how this egoistic desire for continuity manifests in various ways, such as the urge to have children to carry on one's name or the poetic glorification of martyrs. He argues that such motivations make actions 'Sakam' (with desire) rather than 'Nishkam' (selfless). True liberation, according to the Bhagavad Gita and Vedanta, involves being 'Nishkam'—acting without concern for how time or history will judge you. He emphasizes that one should not live for the sake of others' opinions or social validation, as this leads to a life of bondage and fear. Instead, one should live for the Truth. Acharya Prashant concludes by stating that while Western philosophies and scientific pursuits have their place in expanding understanding, Advaita Vedanta represents the ultimate peak of human thought. In Advaita, the seeker or the 'speaker' themselves dissolves, leaving no room for further progression in philosophy. He encourages living by the principle that if an action is aligned with the Truth, it is right, regardless of social consequences or historical recognition. One must strive to be 'Tatasth' (detached/situated on the bank) rather than being swept away by the flow of time and worldly attachments.