Can you contrast Amir Shakkar's external suffering with his internal state while staying in the Chavadi?

Externally, Amir Shakkar's circumstances were dreadful; he was afflicted with rheumatism and forced to live for nine months in a dilapidated, damp, and dirty Chavadi. However, as Chapter 22 reveals, his internal state was one of faith. He accepted Baba's word as his medicine and initially stayed there happily, viewing the company of Sai as a 'Great Prasad'. Despite the external conditions being contrary, his internal faith was certain, which is why 'everything went well' for a time. This companionship with Sai was considered a rare benefit, even though it externally resembled imprisonment.