Human beings are governed by two powerful motivations in life: Acquisition and enjoyment of external objects. These pursuits are insatiable. Not understanding this truth, the vast majority aimlessly pursue the world only to end up bitterly disappointed. This discourse explains this phenomenon. Why nothing external is ever enough. Further expounds the way to achieve relative and then absolute peace and joy in life.

The spiritual path alone leads one to enduring peace and happiness in life. However, the path is paved with a plethora of obstacles that one needs to overcome. The scriptures refer to the spiritual path as treading on a razor`s edge. This discourse expounds these impediments and how to overcome them.