According to Chapter 23, why does the soul experience distress, and what is the recommended path to find relief?

Chapter 23 explains that the soul, while in reality beyond the three gunas, becomes deluded by Maya and forgets its true nature of Existence-Consciousness-Bliss (Sacchidananda). This delusion causes it to identify with the body, leading to pride and the false belief that "I am the doer, I am the enjoyer." As a result, the soul becomes distressed by a series of calamities with no apparent escape. The text clearly states that the only way to calm these calamities and find peace is through loving devotion, or Bhakti Yoga, at the feet of a Guru. A true Guru, like Sai Baba, is described as a great actor who colors devotees in His own hue, guiding them out of their distress.