Krishna now answers Arjuna’s question directly.
He defines the person of steady wisdom (sthita-prajña) not by external appearance, but by inner orientation. Such a person has dropped selfish cravings and sense-driven desires that agitate the mind. Their satisfaction comes not from external rewards, but from being deeply rooted in their inner purpose.
This verse marks the beginning of a character portrait, starting from the inside.
Business Insight
A true entrepreneur is so deeply focused on the goal that luxury, comfort, and material indulgence stop appearing attractive.
It is not that such things are forcefully avoided—they simply lose relevance. The entrepreneur’s mind is continuously occupied with thoughts of building, improving, and growing the organization. Other distractions do not even arise naturally.
He understands that even a small indulgence of unnecessary thoughts can slowly derail focus. Over time, this discipline creates a powerful shift: the process of building the business itself becomes the greatest source of joy.
Leadership Lesson
Such entrepreneurs may take small breaks, but they feel most comfortable when they return to work. In many cases, even during breaks, their thoughts remain connected to the business—not out of stress, but out of deep involvement.
The joy they experience from thinking, planning, solving, and moving closer to the goal is unmatched. This joy is not dependent on external rewards; it comes from alignment with purpose.
This is not obsession—it is absorption. And absorption is what moves leaders steadily toward their vision.
Key Takeaways
- True focus reduces attraction to luxury
- Purpose naturally overrides distractions
- Small indulgences can dilute momentum
- Joy shifts from outcomes to the process
- Deep involvement creates inner satisfaction
- Alignment with purpose sustains long journeys
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