Acharya Prashant explains that intellectualism is often just another name for fear, used as a tool to avoid the truth. He emphasizes that existence grants humans the ultimate freedom to even deny the truth or God. While one has the liberty to act as they please, every action is inevitably followed by its consequence, which he compares to a bill that must be paid. This freedom allows an individual to use their intellect either as 'Kubuddhi' (misused intellect) to avoid the divine or as 'Subuddhi' (right intellect) to move toward it. He clarifies that the fruits of one's actions are determined by the quality of their life and conduct, not by mere verbal claims of being a believer or an atheist. Regarding the transformation of the mind, Acharya Prashant highlights the critical role of 'Sangat' (company). He asserts that one's decisions and intellect are deeply influenced by the environment and people they associate with. He dismisses the idea of remaining in bad company while trying to stay unaffected, comparing it to wanting to consume something harmful without facing its effects. He encourages seeking the company of truth, noting that even if old social circles fall away, a new and more meaningful society will naturally form. He describes the spiritual journey as a process where old desires and the demand for sensory pleasure eventually dry up, leading to a state of religiousness where one remains steadfast regardless of whether an experience feels good or bad.
