The texts say Baba gave advice through stories that addressed people's inner thoughts, but isn't that just vague folklore? I have a specific, complex problem—career anxiety. How could listening to allegorical stories be more effective than getting a direct, clear answer?

According to the information in Chapter 0, Maharaj's method was intentional. He did not openly explain profound Vedanta subjects or give complex discourses. His advice was primarily ethical, designed to first purify the disciple's mind. The texts state that this approach aligns with the Sadguru's scriptural practice of preparing the ground before planting the seed of knowledge. Furthermore, it's noted that infinitely more valuable than his verbal advice was the guidance received through direct experience with him. So, while he used stories during his three daily sittings to address the specific matters on people's minds, the goal was not just a simple answer but a deeper transformation and spiritual benefit for the devotee.