How does the text suggest one should handle the 'conflict of dualities' like happiness and sorrow, or bondage and liberation?

The guidance in Chapter 17 for dealing with life's dualities is to rise above them entirely. When shocks of distress or conflicts of duality arise, the text advises that one should not 'break into pieces.' Instead of getting caught in the swing between happiness and sorrow or bondage and liberation, one should transcend both states and remain in a pure, self-controlled state. This is achieved through what is called the 'knowledge of diligence,' which involves discarding all ignorance related to these dualities and acquiring special knowledge (Vijnana). By ceasing to identify with the 'me and you' of the body and looking at your own true self, you can realize the knowledge of Brahman that is already near you.