The book places a lot of responsibility on the reader to maintain a 'one-pointed mind.' What if I can't do that? Does it mean the reading is worthless?

Chapter 50 certainly highlights the ideal state for a reader, questioning, "Where the mind is not one-pointed, who can recognize the meaning of the words?" It advocates for "humility in hearing" and maintaining a sense of non-duality to achieve fruitfulness. While the text doesn't say the effort is worthless if this state isn't perfectly achieved, it strongly implies that the depth of realization is directly tied to the reader's inner state. The ultimate goal described is for "all the tendencies of the senses" to "become Sai-form," which requires this focused attention. Therefore, the reading is framed as an active spiritual practice where the reader's engagement level determines the benefit received.