Chapter 44 explains that "various waves of desires" are the primary cause of a restless mind, preventing the soul from achieving stability. The path to overcoming this state is not through personal effort alone, but through divine grace. The text explicitly states, "Without Your grace, the soul cannot attain stability." This suggests that true inner peace and mental tranquility are gifts bestowed by the Guru. Therefore, the key practice is to seek the mercy and grace of a Sadguru like Sai Baba, as the author does by praying for His mercy. By surrendering to the Guru, one can hope to quiet the restless waves of desire and find stability.
The text mentions the mind having 'no rest' due to desires. How does one achieve mental stability and peace according to the teachings in this chapter?
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