Only a mind focused in the present moment, can be pure, strong enough to absorb knowledge and fills with devotion to the Lord.

Now the three ways to Self Realization namely Jnana, Vairagya and Bhakthi are mentioned. Bhakthi is the most important way to reach His abode. There is no easier way to liberation than the devotion to the Lord – the constant remembrance and deepest love for Him. Love is effortless. It is a happening and you never get tired of true love. So, if you have that deep and true love for the Lord, that itself is sufficient to take you to His abode. All other spiritual practices need effort. The more your mind gets focused on the Lord, the more joy you experience. So Bhakthi is the most effortless, easy and joyful way to reach Him.

We had seen earlier that bondage and liberation are caused by the impurity and purity of mind. The purity of mind is determined by the association and attachment, you have with the world. When you are associated with worldly people, they ignite your passion for sensory pleasures. So, one should discard such bad company. But if you get associated with “Sadhus” or “Satsangees” that attachment will remove all hindrances in your path to Self Realization or Self Discovery.